7 must-watch romantic movies of 2025 that stayed with us long after the credits rolled

When it comes to the best romantic movies of 2025, timing matters—especially in a year filled with long flights, airport layovers, road trips, and endless commutes. Whether you’re settling into a long-haul journey or simply looking for emotional comfort between destinations, a well-chosen love story can make the hours pass effortlessly. 

These seven romantic films stand out as perfect offline companions: immersive, emotionally fulfilling, and easy to sink into, offering warmth and depth without demanding constant attention.

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Saiyaara

One of the most talked-about romantic films of the year, Saiyaara marked a strong debut for Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda under the direction of Mohit Suri. The film follows Krish Kapoor, an ambitious singer desperate for his breakthrough, and Vaani Batra, a gifted songwriter who struggles to express her emotions beyond her lyrics. Their creative collaboration soon turns into an intense romance, filled with hope and vulnerability. Just when the future seems secure, a devastating truth changes everything, giving the film its emotional weight and making it a deeply absorbing watch.

A Nice Indian Boy

Roshan Sethi’s A Nice Indian Boy is a warm, quietly powerful queer romcom that balances humour with emotional honesty. Karan Soni plays Naveen Gavaskar, a soft-spoken doctor raised in a traditional Indian family, whose carefully structured life shifts when he meets Jay Kurundkar, played by Jonathan Groff. Jay’s openness and emotional confidence challenge Naveen to confront his own fears around visibility, family expectations, and love. The film is comforting without being simplistic, making it ideal for viewers seeking a romance rooted in personal growth.

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

Starring Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey begins as a chance meeting at a wedding and slowly transforms into something far more metaphysical. What starts as a fleeting connection evolves into a supernatural journey through memory, regret, and unspoken longing. As the two characters cautiously orbit each other, the film explores whether love is worth pursuing even when it risks reopening old wounds. Its gentle pacing and emotional resonance make it particularly well-suited for uninterrupted viewing.

Metro… In Dino

Anurag Basu returns to ensemble storytelling with Metro… In Dino, a spiritual sequel to Life in a… Metro. Set across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata, the film weaves together four distinct love stories. From a married couple navigating boredom and dating apps, to former lovers reconnecting later in life, to young professionals balancing ambition and commitment, the film captures modern urban romance in all its complexity. The layered narratives make it engaging yet easy to follow during travel.

Materialists

Celine Song’s Materialists offers a sharp, refreshingly honest take on love and desire. Dakota Johnson stars as Lucy, a former actress turned matchmaker who has helped others find perfect partners while failing to secure her own happiness. Her life becomes complicated when she’s caught between a charming new prospect, played by Pedro Pascal, and a familiar old flame, portrayed by Chris Evans. The film examines love as messy, indulgent, and sometimes selfish, standing out as a romance that feels distinctly adult.

Eternity

Set in a whimsically imagined afterlife, Eternity stars Elizabeth Olsen as Joan, who is given one week after death to decide where—and with whom—she wants to spend eternity. Awaiting her is her devoted husband of 65 years, played by Miles Teller, and her first love, a war hero portrayed by Callum Turner. The resulting love triangle transcends life and death, exploring grief, loyalty, and the uncomfortable truth that a heart can hold more than one great love. Tender and thoughtful, it’s a film that lingers.

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Champagne Problems

Closing the list is Champagne Problems, a glossy yet grounded romantic comedy set in Paris. Minka Kelly stars as Sydney Price, a driven marketing executive sent to secure the acquisition of a historic champagne house. Her professional mission becomes complicated by Henri, the charming and reluctant heir played by Tom Wozniczka. As ambition clashes with tradition, the film delivers a romance filled with understated chemistry, family tension, and personal rediscovery.