A lighthearted romcom. A social drama. A romantic thriller. A supernatural horror. A biographical drama. A science-fiction thriller. A relationship drama. These movies belonging to diverse genres are going to arrive in theatres tomorrow. Here’s a look.
The Family Star (Telugu, Hindi)
Directed by: Parasuram
Cast: Vijay Deverakonda, Mrunal Thakur, Ajay Ghosh and Divyansha Kaushik
Vijay Deverakonda plays an architect named Govardhan, with Mrunal Thakur portraying his tenant, Indu, in this romantic comedy helmed by Parasuram. The film delves into family-related problems within an Indian middle-class setting. It follows Govardhan as he strives for success amidst relationship issues with Indu.
Dukaan (Hindi)
Directed by: Siddharth Singh, Garima Wahal
Cast: Monika Panwar, Sikandar Kher, Monali Thakur, Soham Majumdar, Vrajesh Hirjee
Helmed by Siddharth Singh and Garima Wahal — the writers of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha — Dukaan depicts the murky world of surrogacy in India. The story revolves around a young girl named Jasmine (Monika Panwar) who decides to surrogate a baby for a couple played by Monali Thakur and Soham Majumdar. Trouble begins when she becomes attached to the child inside her womb during the course of her pregnancy.
Love Lies Bleeding (English)
Directed by: Rose Glass
Cast: Kristen Stewart, Katy O'Brian, Ed Harris, Jena Malone, Anna Baryshnikov, Dave Franco
Love Lies Bleeding, directed by Rose Glass, is a romantic thriller that explores the tumultuous relationship between reclusive gym manager Lou (Kristen Stewart) and vagrant bodybuilder Jackie (Katy O'Brian). Their love affair leads to a series of dark events including murder, blackmail, and betrayal involving Lou's abusive family. As the plot unfolds, Jackie's steroid use and psychosis escalate, culminating in a dramatic showdown with Lou's criminal father (Ed Harris).
The First Omen (English)
Directed by: Arkasha Stevenson
Cast: Nell Tiger Free, Tawfeek Barhom, Sônia Braga, Ralph Ineson, Bill Nighy
Arkasha Stevenson-helmed The First Omen serves as a prequel to the 1976 classic The Omen and is the sixth instalment in the film franchise. It revolves around Margaret Daino (Nell Tiger Free), an American woman dispatched to Rome to serve in an orphanage before embracing religious life. While there she stumbles upon a conspiracy aimed at facilitating the arrival of the Antichrist. Tawfeek Barhom, Sônia Braga, Ralph Ineson and Bill Nighy are part of the ensemble cast of this supernatural horror saga.
One Life (English)
Directed by: James Hawes
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Flynn, Helena Bonham Carter, Jonathan Pryce, Lena Olin, Romola Garai, Alex Sharp
Directed by James Hawes, One Life is a biographical drama depicting the remarkable tale of British humanitarian Sir Nicholas Winton. The film delves into Winton’s courageous endeavours during 1938–39 in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia, where he orchestrated the rescue of Jewish children. Anthony Hopkins takes on the lead role of Sir Nicholas, with Johnny Flynn portraying his younger version. They are supported by an ensemble cast including Lena Olin, Romola Garai, Alex Sharp, Jonathan Pryce and Helena Bonham Carter.
Abar Arownne Din Ratri (Bengali)
Directed by: Suman Maitra
Cast: Payel Sarkar, Rupsa Chatterjee, Alivia Sarkar, Parthasarathi Deb
Filmmaker Suman Maitra — known for his works Dashami (2012) and Aami O Apu (2022) — returns with his latest project titled Abar Arownne Din Ratri. The new film follows the adventures of four friends — played by Paayel Sarkar, Alivia Sarkar, Rupsha Mukhopadhyay, and Jaas Sarkar — who produce travel vlogs. During a visit to the jungles of north Bengal for their next project, they undergo a journey of self-discovery, unravelling the profound essence of life.
IRaH (Hindi)
Directed by: Sam Bhattacharjee
Cast: Rohit Bose Roy, Rajesh Sharma, Karishma Kotak, and Rakshith Bhandarry
Rohit Bose Roy portrays Hari Singh, a scientist who develops an AI app named IRaH in this thriller helmed by Sam Bhattacharjee. The film delves into the sinister aspects of AI technology, shedding light on its potential for misuse and the adverse consequences it may bring.
