March 2026: Ram Charan, Yash, Nani and Ranbir Kapoor face off

Indian cinema is gearing up for an electrifying box office battle in March 2026, with four major films featuring Nani, Ram Charan, Yash, and Ranbir Kapoor releasing within days of each other.

Fans and industry insiders are already anticipating one of the most intense cinematic showdowns in recent history.

Yash vs. Ranbir Kapoor

The high-stakes battle kicks off on March 19, 2026, with Yash leading the charge in “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups”, an action-packed period gangster thriller directed by Geetu Mohandas. Fresh off the KGF juggernaut, Yash is set to deliver another powerhouse performance in this dark, gritty drama, which he is also co-producing. 

Just a day later, on March 20, 2026, Ranbir Kapoor takes center stage in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Love & War,” an epic love triangle set against a war-torn backdrop. Co-starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, the film promises Bhansali’s signature grandeur and emotionally charged storytelling, making it a strong contender for box office dominance. 

Nani vs. Ram Charan 

The battle intensifies on March 26, 2026, with two Telugu powerhouses joining the fray.  “The Paradise,” a high-octane action drama that aims to showcase Nani in a never-before-seen avatar. The film has already announced its release date as March 26.

Ram Charan gears up for his yet-to-be-titled project RC16 (also referred to as Peddhi), directed by Buchi Babu Sana. Co-starring Janhvi Kapoor and Shiva Rajkumar, the film is rumored to be a rural action spectacle, adding another layer of competition to an already crowded month. The makers are planning to release it on March 26, 2026. With four big-budget films boasting massive star power, ambitious storytelling, and strong production backing, analysts predict a brutal fight for both screens and audience engagement.