Here’s a look at what’s releasing in theatres this week across languages
Thiruchitrambalam (Tamil)
When: 18 Aug
Thiruchitrambalam starring Dhanush, Nithya Menen, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Raashi Khanna traces the trials and tribulations of a food delivery driver, as he navigates his love life. The film, which has been directed by Mithran R Jawahar, also marks the reunion of Dhanush and music composer Anirudh Ravichander after seven years.
Solomante Theneechakal (Malayalam)
When: 18 Aug
Suja and Glaina, two police officers, are best friends. However, when an unexpected incident occurs, Suja’s lover is found to be involved in a crime. This mystery puts their friendship to the test. Their journey also crosses paths with CI Solomon and CI Binu Alex. Starring Joju George, Addis Akkara, Darsana Sudarashan, and Vincy Aloshious, the film is directed by Lal Jose.
Takatak 2 (Marathi)
When: 18 Aug
Starring Prathamesh Parab, Akshay Kelkar, and Ajinkya Raut, Takatak 2 is a dramedy narrating the story of three friends through their journey of lust, love, and life. The film is directed by Milind Kavde.
Daagdi Chaawl 2 (Marathi)
When: 18 Aug
Daagdi Chaawl 2 is an action drama starring Ankush Chaudhari and Makarand Deshpande, and is directed by Chandrakant Kanse.
Dobaaraa (Hindi)
When: 19 Aug
During a thunderstorm, a woman tries to help a 12-year-old boy, who witnessed death during a similar storm, 25 years ago. They get connected through a television set. This timeless thriller further follows a murder investigation. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the film stars Taapsee Pannu and Pavail Gulati.
Love 360 (Kannada)
When: 19 Aug
Love 360, starring H Praveen Kumar and Rachana Inder in the lead, revolves around the love story of Ram and Janaki who fight multiple odds to safeguard their relationship. The film is directed by Shashank Taalya.
Orphan: First Kill (English)
When: 19 Aug
Orphan: First Kill starring Isabelle Fuhrman, Rossif Sutherland, and Julia Stiles is a prequel to the 2009 psychological horror film Orphan. It follows the story of Leena Klammer who escapes from an Estonian insane asylum and travels to America, having stolen the identity of Esther, the missing daughter of a wealthy family. The film is directed by William Brent Bell.
Mike (Malayalam)
When: 19 Aug
Mike starring Anaswara Rajan and Ranjith Sajeev traces the journey of Sara, who identifies as Mike and is looking to surgically reassign her gender. What happens when she meets Antony, a dispirited young man with an exuberant past? The film is directed by Vishnu Sivaprasad.
Fakt Mahilao Maate (Gujarati)
When: 19 Aug
When Chintan Parikh is frustrated by the constant bickering of women around him, he prays to the Gods above him, seeking power to understand women. As requested, he receives supernatural powers to listen to the inner voice of women around him. Starring Amitabh Bachchan and Yash Soni, the film is directed by Jay Bodas.
Tees Maar Khan (Telugu)
When: 19 Aug
Starring Aadi Saikumar and Payal Rajput, Tees Maar Khan is directed by Kalyani Gogana. The film is a coming-of-age story tracing the childhood and college days of Aadi Saikumar’s character, who goes on to become a cop.
Where The Crawdads Sing (English)
When: 19 Aug
Kya raised herself in the marshes of North Carolina and she enters a new world when she is drawn to two young men from town. However, when one of them is found dead, she becomes the main suspect. Directed by Olivia Newman, the film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John Smith, and Harris Dickinson.
Maataraani Mounamidhi (Telugu)
When: 19 Aug
Ram and Eswar are cousins who live in Eswar’s place. However, supernatural events take place in the house. Ram finds the dead body of Eswar and Eswar finds the dead body of Ram. Are they both alive? Who is alive and who is really dead? Directed by Suku Purvaj, the film stars Mahesh Datta and Srihari Udayagiri.
Kudukku 2025 (Malayalam)
When: 19 Aug
Directed by Bilahari K Raj, Kudukku 2025 is a thriller exploring the dangers of digital footprint. The film stars SV Krishna Shankar, Rammohan Ravindran, Durga Krishna, Shine Tom Chacko, and Aju Vargheese.
Bujji Ila Raa (Telugu)
When: 19 Aug
When 8-year-old girls are suddenly kidnapped and murdered, its investigating officer meets with an accident. With much mystery surrounding the cases, police officer Muhammad Khayyum takes charge. Directed and cinematographed by Garudaveega Anji, the film stars Sunil, Dhanraj and Chandini Tamilarasan.
Peace (Malayalam)
When: 19 Aug
Several twisted events unfold in the life of Carlos, a delivery partner, which makes things chaotic for the people around him. Directed by Sanfeer K, the film stars Joju George, Anil Nedumangad, Siddique, and Aditi Ravi.
Ekans: Snakes Awake! Hero Ek Villian Anek (Tamil, Telugu, Hindi)
When: 19 Aug
This animated film traces the journey of Ekans, a 13-year-old boy who is gifted Naagmani gem by the world’s most powerful snakes. When the world is under threat, he uses his street smartness and superpower to save his people.
Simon Daniel (Malayalam)
When: 19 Aug
When Santhosh disappears while looking for a treasure, his friend Simon Daniel, an archeologist, decides to find him and complete the mission in a mysterious estate. Directed by Sajan Antony, the film stars Vineeth Kumar and Divya Pillai.
Na Venta Paduthunna Chinnadevadamma (Telugu)
When: 19 Aug
Directed by Venkat Vandela, Na Venta Paduthunna Chinnadevadamma is a love story starring Tej Kurapati and Akhila Aakarshana.
Bismillah (Bengali)
When: 19 Aug
Helmed by Indradeep Dasgupta, Bismillah explores the life of a musical family and how foreign intrusion disturbs their traditions. The film stars Kaushik Ganguly, Riddhi Sen, and Shubhasree Ganguly.
Nope (English)
When: 19 Aug
Nope is a sci-fi thriller starring Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. Directed by Jordan Peele, the film explores the adventurous journey of caretakers at a California horse ranch, who encounter an uncanny force that affects human and animal behavior.
Commitment (Telugu)
When: 19 Aug
Centered around romantic relationships, the film stars Tejaswi Madiwada and Anveshi Jain in lead roles. It is directed by Lakshmikanth Chenna.
