Demon Slayer Infinity Castle India release pushed to September 12 after Cinepolis backtracks on early update

Fans of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle had something to cheer about just days ago when Cinepolis India posted on social media that the much-awaited film might release in early August. That post, however, is now gone. And with that, so is the hope for an early release.

Cinepolis has now reverted to the original date: September 12, 2025. This is the confirmed official release date for Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 1: Akaza’s Return in India. The earlier announcement suggesting an advanced August release was deleted from their X (formerly Twitter) account without clarification.


According to insiders, the August window was being considered to counter rising piracy issues in India. HD versions of the film began surfacing online soon after its Japanese premiere on July 18, leading to fears that the theatrical experience might suffer.


It now appears that the distributors have decided to stick with the original release schedule. No new post has been made regarding why the August update was deleted, but industry sources suggest backend coordination issues and logistical constraints could have played a part.

Previously, we had reported that the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle release date was advanced to August; however, the date has been postponed to the original release date: September 12, 2025.


Many Indian anime fans were excited to finally see Infinity Castle in theatres around the same time as fans in neighbouring countries like Malaysia and Singapore, who are getting mid-August releases. But with the India date now locked for September 12 again, there's a wave of disappointment and confusion online.


Some fans have even posted screenshots of the now-deleted Cinepolis tweet as proof of the earlier August claim. Others are worried the leak has already spoiled major parts of the movie, affecting their anticipation.


Directed by Haruo Sotozaki and produced by Ufotable, Infinity Castle Part 1: Akaza’s Return kicks off the final arc of the Demon Slayer saga. The movie continues the journey of Tanjiro, Nezuko, and the remaining Hashira as they enter Muzan Kibutsuji’s stronghold, known as the Infinity Castle.


As the Demon Slayer Corps battles Upper Rank demons in a twisting, shifting domain, the movie sets up some of the most emotional and action-packed scenes in the series so far. Akaza’s return promises brutal fights and a glimpse into his tragic past.


Despite the delays and leaks, the answer is yes. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is made for the big screen. With stunning animation, loud surround sound, and dramatic pacing, the film is best enjoyed in a theatre, preferably IMAX or premium screens.


If you've waited this long, waiting until September 12 isn’t the worst option. It's better to experience the film in all its glory rather than through pirated versions.


With Infinity Castle locked in for September 12, fans can now look forward to ticket sales opening by late August. While no partner platforms have announced booking windows yet, updates should arrive soon.


And if you’re still catching up on the series or want to relive the build-up, now’s a good time to rewatch the Swordsmith Village Arc, which leads directly into Infinity Castle. Stay tuned. Hopefully, there are no more date changes. But with how things are going, nothing’s fully certain till the tickets go live.