As January 2026 draws to a close, Bollywood enthusiasts still have a couple of must-watch films hitting theaters this week. While Border 2 continues to rule the box office, these new releases promise fresh stories and gripping performances that are worth checking out before the month ends.
1. Mardaani 3
Cast: Rani Mukerji, Janki Bodiwala, Mallika Prasad, Jisshu Sengupta, Mikhail Yawalkar, Indraneel Bhattacharya
Director: Abhiraj Minawala
Genre: Action Crime Thriller
Runtime: 2 hours 10 minutes
Release Date: January 30, 2026
Rani Mukerji is back as DCP Shivani Shivaji Roy in the third installment of the hit crime franchise. This time, she’s facing one of her toughest cases yet: 93 girls have gone missing, and Shivani must tackle a powerful beggar mafia syndicate while navigating a web of dark crimes.
Penned by Aayush Gupta and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, the film promises high-octane action and intense drama. With music by John Stewart Eduri, cinematography by Artur Żurawski, and editing by Yasha Ramchandani, fans can expect a slick, edge-of-your-seat thriller that continues the legacy of the franchise which began in 2014.
If you loved the first two films, Mardaani 3 is shaping up to deliver even more twists, suspense, and heart-pounding action.
2. Mayasabha – The Hall of Illusion
Cast: Jaaved Jaaferi, Veena Jamkar, Deepak Damle, Mohammad Samad
Director: Rahi Anil Barve
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: January 30, 2026
From the director of Tumbbad, Rahi Anil Barve returns with a psychological thriller steeped in mystery and suspense. Mayasabha – The Hall of Illusion follows Parmeshwar Khanna, a disgraced producer living in a crumbling theater with his unstable son. Legend says 40 kg of 24-carat gold biscuits are hidden within the building.
When two treasure seekers enter the theater, they find themselves trapped in a tense labyrinth of secrets, obsession, and existential questions, leading to a gripping cat-and-mouse chase.
The film features a haunting background score by Sagar Desai, with cinematography by Kuldeep Mamania and editing by Aasif Pathan, making it a must-watch for fans of dark, atmospheric storytelling.
For those craving a mix of mystery, psychological tension, and cinematic flair, Mayasabha promises to be a visual and narrative treat.