New Delhi: Bollywood has seen its bleakest year ever with releases postponed indefinitely and productions left high and dry. The release dates of many Bollywood movies were pushed ahead, whereas some released on an OTT platform. After nearly a break of over five months, the audience is eagerly waiting for movies to release in the second half of 2020. The film fraternity has not given up hope as a number of big names, like Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn and Aamir Khan are positively looking ahead and have mega-releases planned on prominent dates in 2021. Here's all you need to know to mark your 2021 calendar and make it through 2020: '83 One of the most awaited Bollywood films is Ranveer Singh's '83 release. The sports-drama film is based on the true events that took place during the World Cup match of 1983. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film includes an ensemble cast of actors Deepika Padukone, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Saqib Saleem, Harrdy Sandhu, Ammy Virk, Jiiva, Pankaj Tripathi and Boman Irani. The film was initially supposed to release in April, but the dates have been pushed forward due to Covid-19 outbreak. BellBottom Easily the most awaited film since we laid eyes on Akshay Kumar's classy first look in November last year, 'BellBottom' is set to release on April 2, 2021. An espionage thriller set in the 1980s, the film is currently on floors in Scotland under the illustrious Pooja Entertainment banner in association with Emmay Entertainment. Apart from Akshay Kumar playing a spy, 'BellBottom' also stars 'War'-actor Vaani Kapoor as the female lead, along with Lara Dutta and Huma Qureshi in prominent roles. Produced by Bollywood stalwarts Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh and helmed by Ranjit M Tewari, the film promises to be an entertaining watch inspired by a series of plane hijacks in the 80s that shocked the country. Laal Singh Chaddha Aamir Khan’s upcoming movie Laal Singh Chaddha is another film to look forward to. Starring opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan, the film is directed by Advait Chandan. The film is loosely based on a classic film Forrest Gump. The film follows the story of a man with low intellect and how the history of India unfolds through his perspective. Maidaan Previously set to release in December 2020, Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' is set to hit theatres on August 13, 2021, in the highly sought-after independence week. Touted to bring to life an untold story that will make every Indian proud, the film is a biographical sports drama directed by Amit Sharma. Inspired by the life of Syed Abdul Rahim, the Indian national football team coach and manager, 'Maidaan' will portray the golden phase of the country's football career. Along with Devgn in the lead, the film will feature Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Rudranil Ghosh, and is co-produced by Boney Kapoor and Zee Studios. A film to look forward to, it promises to inspire audiences with a story of a single person who affected millions. Brahmastra Another Bollywood film to look upto is Ayan Mukerji’s Brahmastra. The film stars Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan in the lead roles. Brahmastra movie is expected to release on December 4, 2020.
