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If you crave high-octane stunts, fearless heroes, and adrenaline-fueled drama, Indian cinema has a treasure chest of action thrillers to satisfy your excitement.
From intense fight sequences and daring chases to emotional depth and power-packed storytelling, these movies promise to keep your heart racing.
Whether you prefer Bollywood’s style and glamour or South Indian cinema’s raw power, here are seven must-watch Indian action thrillers that guarantee a thrilling ride.
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1. Kill (JioHotstar)
Kill is a fast-paced, high-intensity action thriller that redefines hand-to-hand combat in Indian cinema. Starring Lakshya as Amrit, an army commando, the story begins with him boarding a New Delhi-bound train to stop his fiancée Tulika’s (Tanya Maniktala) forced marriage. However, the journey quickly turns deadly when a gang of knife-wielding bandits led by the sadistic Fani (Raghav Juyal) hijacks the train. What follows is a brutal, relentless fight for survival. Inspired by a real-life 1995 train robbery, Kill combines emotion, grit, and bone-crunching action reminiscent of international hits like The Raid.
2. Madharaasi (Amazon Prime Video)
Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, Madharaasi is a gripping Tamil psychological action thriller. The film follows Raghu (Sivakarthikeyan), a man battling a unique mental condition who is recruited by a national security officer to infiltrate a gang smuggling firearms across Tamil Nadu. Raghu’s mission tests his emotional endurance and mental strength as he faces his nemesis, Virat (Vidyut Jammwal). With a mix of suspense, romance, and psychological drama, Madharaasi marks Murugadoss’ powerful return to Kollywood.
3. Pushpa: The Rise (Amazon Prime Video)
Set against the rugged backdrop of the Seshachalam forests, Pushpa: The Rise stars Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj, a laborer who climbs the ranks of a red sandalwood smuggling syndicate. His journey from an underdog to a feared smuggler is filled with intense confrontations, power struggles, and emotional depth. Rashmika Mandanna plays Srivalli, his love interest, while Fahadh Faasil debuts in Telugu cinema as the formidable DSP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. Packed with swagger, raw emotion, and stylized action, Pushpa is a mass entertainer that celebrates resilience and rebellion.
4. Don (2006) (Netflix)
Shah Rukh Khan’s Don is a slick, modern remake of the 1978 classic. The film follows Don, a dangerous drug lord operating in the Malaysian underworld. After he’s injured in a police encounter, DCP D’Silva (Boman Irani) replaces him with Vijay, a simple lookalike, to infiltrate Don’s gang. But when D’Silva dies unexpectedly, Vijay is trapped—everyone now believes he is Don. With stylish visuals, thrilling twists, and an unforgettable climax, Don redefined action thrillers in Bollywood and led to a blockbuster sequel.
5. Dishoom (JioHotstar)
When India’s star cricketer Viraj Sharma (Saqib Saleem) disappears just before a crucial India-Pakistan match, tough cop Kabir Shergill (John Abraham) is sent on a rescue mission. He teams up with cheerful Dubai-based officer Junaid Ansari (Varun Dhawan), and together they chase clues through deserts, luxury hotels, and underground criminal networks. Their investigation leads to Wagah (Akshaye Khanna), a cunning match-fixer. Dishoom blends action, comedy, and bromance in equal measure, delivering a fun, fast-paced entertainer.
6. KGF: Chapter 1 & 2 (JioHotstar)
Starring Yash as the iconic Rocky Bhai, KGF is a saga of ambition, power, and revenge. The story begins in the 1970s, with Rocky rising from poverty in Mumbai to claim dominance over the Kolar Gold Fields—a dark empire ruled by corruption and cruelty. His ruthless journey to power turns him into both a savior and a legend. The sequel, KGF: Chapter 2, raises the stakes with intense rivalries, explosive action, and emotional storytelling that cements Rocky’s place as one of Indian cinema’s greatest anti-heroes.
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7. War (YouTube)
Starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff, War is a high-budget espionage thriller filled with jaw-dropping action. The story begins when Kabir (Hrithik), a top Indian agent, suddenly goes rogue, prompting his protégé Khalid (Tiger) to hunt him down. Their cat-and-mouse chase spans exotic locations—Morocco, Portugal, India, and the Arctic—and features breathtaking stunts, bike chases, and plot twists. As Khalid uncovers shocking secrets, the truth changes everything. Sleek, stylish, and packed with energy, War is a visual spectacle for action lovers.