There is buzz surrounding a new project focusing on cybercrime and the gig economy in Ahmedabad. With the success of recent gritty thrillers, filmmakers are moving away from village backdrops to the skyscrapers of GIFT City and SG Highway, exploring the anxieties of the modern Gujarati youth.
Period Drama / Folk Horror Why it made the list: Based on a cult Saurashtrian legend, this film is visually stunning and deeply unsettling. Director Vipul Mehta uses the folklore of the “seven crows” as a metaphor for suppressed female rage. With haunting performances by Deeksha Joshi and a debut by theatre actor Hemang Shah, the film has been compared to Tumbbad for its atmospheric storytelling. Awards buzz: Already selected for the Indian Panorama at IFFI. best gujarati movies 2025
As audiences gear up for another year of storytelling, here is a look at the projects defining . There is buzz surrounding a new project focusing
Many films that gained traction on Netflix and Amazon Prime in 2024 are greenlighting sequels for theatrical releases in 2025. The streaming audience has developed a taste for nuanced Gujarati storytelling, creating a feedback loop that funds bigger theatrical productions. Director Vipul Mehta uses the folklore of the
: This devotional drama emerged as the highest-grossing Gujarati film of all time, becoming the first to cross ₹120 crore worldwide. Fans can check for its digital premiere on Amazon Prime Video or JioCinema .
Every year, a small film surprises everyone. For 2025, keep an eye on:
If you still think Gujarati cinema only means "family timepass" or mythological serials, 2025 is your wake-up call. Start with Breakfast at Manek Chowk for fun, then dive into Saat Koman No Savaj for art. This is the year the industry found its voice—loud, proud, and unmistakably Gujarati.