As 2025 draws its final curtain, it leaves behind a year packed with powerful stories, unforgettable characters, and Punjabi cinema that truly connected with hearts.
Now, as we step into 2026 with clarity, happiness, and new possibilities, there’s no better way to welcome the New Year than revisiting or discovering the finest films that defined the past year.
This New Year Watchlist brings together Chaupal’s most loved 10 releases and hit Punjabi movies of 2025, offering a perfect mix of comedy, emotion, drama, and raw storytelling.
Kicking off the list is Sector 17, a gripping watch that dives deep into contemporary themes with intensity and realism.
It’s followed by the ever-energetic Mittran Da Challeya Truck Ni, a film that celebrates friendship, ambition, and the unstoppable Punjabi spirit.
If laughter and heart go hand in hand for you, Chal Mera Putt 2 remains a timeless pick, filled with humor, emotion, and relatable migrant experiences.
For those who enjoy hard-hitting narratives, Gangland stands tall with its raw portrayal of crime and consequences.
At the same time, 84 to Baad takes viewers on an emotional journey rooted in history, resilience, and remembrance.
Adding flavour to the watchlist are Daaru Na Peenda Hove, which blends humour with a strong social message, and Sarbala Ji, bringing light-hearted charm and family fun to the screen.
Spiritual and historical depth find their place with Guru Nanak Jahaz, a film that resonates with faith, courage, and legacy.
No Punjabi New Year watchlist is complete without romance and comedy, and Nikka Zaildar delivers just that: timeless humour, characters, and pure entertainment.
Rounding off the list are Shaunki Sardaar and Madhaniyan, films that celebrate Punjabi pride, relationships, and emotions with authenticity and warmth.
Whether you’re planning a cozy family evening, a binge-watch marathon with friends, or some quiet solo time, Chaupal’s New Year Watchlist has something for every mood.
As 2026 begins, press play on stories that made 2025 unforgettable, because great cinema never goes out of season.
