From an action-packed saga to a heartwarming family drama, a political biopic, a moving tale of friendship and a musical classic returning to the big screen — there’s something for everyone in cinemas this week. Take a look.

Devara: Part 1 (Hindi, Telugu)

Directed by: Koratala Siva

Cast: Jr. NTR, Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor

Fresh off his RRR success, Jr. NTR returns with more jaw-dropping stunts, taking on villains with his quick thinking and a formidable array of weapons in Koratala Siva’s action spectacle Devara: Part 1. Jr. NTR plays a double role in the film as both father and son. Set in the remote coastal regions of India, Devara follows Jr. NTR’s character as he stands up for the downtrodden. The first of a two-part series, Devara marks Janhvi Kapoor’s Telugu film debut and Saif Ali Khan stepping into his first villainous role in a south Indian film.

Binny and Family (Hindi)

Directed by: Ssanjay Tripaathy

Cast: Anjini Dhawan, Pankaj Kapur, Charu Shankar, Rajesh Kumar, Himani Shivpuri

If you’re in the mood for something heartwarming, Binny and Family delivers an exploration of intergenerational relationship dynamics. Directed by Ssanjay Tripaathy, the film revolves around Binny (Anjini Dhawan), a free-spirited London-based teenager, and her no-nonsense grandfather (Pankaj Kapur) from rural Bihar. The film’s trailer hints at the generational divide within Indian families, focusing on how modern sensibilities clash with traditional values. Charu Shankar and Rajesh Kumar play Binny’s parents, while Himani Shivpuri portrays Binny’s grandmother in the film.

Dharmaveer 2 (Marathi)

Directed by: Pravin Tarde

Cast: Prasad Oak, Kshitish Date and Abhijeet Khandekar

Directed by Pravin Tarde, Dharmaveer 2 is the sequel to the 2022 film Dharmaveer that explores the life of Anand Dighe, the late Shiv Sena leader whose legacy continues to shape Maharashtra’s political landscape. Prasad Oak reprises his role as Dighe in the sequel, portraying the politician’s rise from a local leader to a revered figure known for his dedication to the common man.

Meiyazhagan (Tamil)

Directed: C. Premkumar

Cast: Karthi, Arvind Swami, Sri Divya, Devadarshini and Rajkiran

Meiyazhagan brings together Karthi and Arvind Swami in an emotional family drama directed by C. Premkumar, known for his hit film ’96. Meiyazhagan follows two brothers-in-law — a lively villager played by Karthi, and a composed and sophisticated man portrayed by Swamy — as they navigate their complex relationship over the course of a single night. Govind Vasantha has composed the music for the film. Another highlight of the movie is Kamal Haasan, who has lent his voice to two of its songs.

Bharga (Bengali)

Directed by: Shuvam Roy

Cast: Saurav Das, Prantika Das, Surjo Majumder, Kharaj Mukherjee, Loknath Dey, Gargi Sengupta

Directed by Shuvam Roy, Bharga revolves around the bond between Soumendu Sanyal (Kharaj Mukherjee) and his daughter Sharmila (Prantika Das). A year after Sharmila gets married to Koustav (Saurav Das), she is raped by Roni (Surjo Majumder), the son of an influential business tycoon Saibal Banerjee (Loknath Dey). Soumendu takes Roni to court but he is declared innocent. The story explores the ramifications of the incident on the father and daughter.

Taal Re-Release (Hindi)

Directed by: Subhash Ghai

Cast: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Akshaye Khanna, Anil Kapoor, Alok Nath, Amrish Puri

For those longing for a nostalgic trip down memory lane, Subhash Ghai’s Taal returns to theatres this weekend to mark the film’s 25th anniversary. Originally released in 1999, this romantic drama tells the story of Mansi (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan), a small-town singer and dancer, and her love story with Manav (Akshaye Khanna), the son of a wealthy industrialist. Taal explores the cultural differences that challenge their relationship. Anil Kapoor plays the role of music producer Vikrant Kapoor in the film. Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has composed the music for the film.