Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1's India release date changed? Here's what really happened
Is Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1 preponed in India, owing to high demand? Here's the truth that you need to know about the release date for Akaza's Return.
Last Updated: 03.45 PM, Aug 09, 2025
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1, aka Akaza's Return, continues to remain in news with its Taiwan release. The film's global release has just started, and there is already debate about whether the movie will be released early in other countries. More recently, netizens were left confused whether India would see the movie earlier than originally planned. Although there was a ray of hope, it was all a huge misunderstanding. Here's what exactly happened...
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1 not preponed for Indian release
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle is not preponed for Indian theatres. Although a multiplex chain had officially announced that the movie would be released in India on August 14, it was but a glitch. The post is now deleted, and the release date for India remains unchanged.
When is Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1 releasing in India?
Akaza's Return, which is the official title of Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1, will be released in India as per the original schedule. Yes, this means that Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1 will be out on September 12 in India, like originally planned. Apart from India, the movie will be out in US, UK and Canada on the very day.
Demon Slayer now on OTTplay Premium
Four seasons of Demon Slayer are now streaming on JioHotstar. The same can be accessed via OTTplay Premium. Whether Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie Part 1 will be released as a series on the very platform is uncertain at this point, and we might not get an update before 2028. Till then, get a recap of your favourite anime before the movie hits Indian theatres!
FAQs:
Q. Is season 4 out of Demon Slayer?
A. Yes, Demon Slayer season 4 - Hashira Training Arc is available for streaming on JioHotstar. It can also be accessed via OTTplay Premium.
Q. Is Demon Slayer season 5 out?
A. No, Demon Slayer season 5 - Infinity Castle is not out as a series. The first installment of the film trilogy, titled Akaza's Return, is out in theatres in Japan, and will release in India on September 12, 2025.
Q. Where can I watch Demon Slayer in India?
A. You can now watch four seasons of Demon Slayer on JioHotstar. The same can be accessed with your OTTplay Premium subscription.