Yudhra
Yudhra is your go-to movie this week if you want to indulge in intense action and drama. Directed by Ravi Udyawar, the genius behind Mom (2017), Yudhra stars Siddhant Chaturvedi in a completely new, slick, dynamic avatar that will leave you stunned. The story is gritty. Yudhra’s life is torn apart when a ruthless drug cartel brutally murders his cop parents. But he’s not someone to sit back and grieve. He’s on a mission to hunt down the kingpin, Firoze, and dismantle the entire operation—no matter the cost. Siddhant pushed himself through intense training in MMA, kickboxing, and jiu-jitsu to nail this role, bringing to life some truly jaw-dropping action sequences.
The cast is just as thrilling, featuring Malavika Mohanan in her grand Hindi cinema debut and powerhouse performers like Gajraj Rao, Shilpa Shukla, Ram Kapoor, Raj Arjun, and Raghav Juyal, who delivers a spine-chilling performance as the villain. Co-written by Farhan Akhtar and Shridhar Raghavan, Yudhra is raw, gripping, and adrenaline-soaked. You won’t want to miss this one.
Transformers One
Transformers One takes us back to where it all began, telling the untold story of how Optimus Prime and Megatron went from being close friends to the most bitter enemies. Based on Hasbro’s popular Transformers toy line, this movie explores how their choices forever changed the fate of their home planet, Cybertron.
The animated sci-fi action film is directed by Josh Cooley (Toy Story 4) and features a star-studded voice cast. Chris Hemsworth voices the young Optimus Prime, known as Orion Pax, while Brian Tyree Henry brings Megatron (D-16) to life. Scarlett Johansson plays Elita-1, and Keegan-Michael Key voices B-127. With this film, the Transformers franchise returns to its animated roots for the first time since The Transformers: The Movie (1986). Discover how Cybertron’s legends were born in this year’s biggest animated movie. It’s a story you won’t want to miss.
Dancing Village: The Curse Begins
In Dancing Village: The Curse Begins, a gripping horror-thriller directed by Kimo Stamboel, we follow Mila (Maudy Effrosina) on a terrifying journey to save her mother. Following the instructions of a local shaman, Mila, along with her cousin Yuda (Jourdy Pranata) and friends Jito (M. Iqbal Sulaiman) and Arya (Ardit Erwandha), sets off to return a stolen mystical bangle to a mysterious village hidden deep in the forests of Java.
As they arrive, they find a village known for its dancers and shrouded in eerie mystery. Mila bonds with a local woman, Ratih (Claresta Taufan Kusumarina), over their shared pain, but things turn dark when she realises that returning the bangle is more complicated than she thought. Haunted by Badarawuhi (Aulia Sarah), a mythical being who rules the village, Mila must unravel the village’s secrets while facing terrifying and supernatural events.
The village’s dark history unravels with each passing moment, leading Mila to a dangerous ritual that threatens to bind her to a cursed fate. Dancing Village: The Curse Begins is a spine-chilling story of ancient rituals, mythical curses, and the terrifying consequences of disturbing forces beyond our understanding. Releasing in both Indonesian and Hindi, this horror-mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam
In Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam, Meera (Dhvani Bhanushali) is set to marry against her wishes but decides to take matters into her own hands by escaping on her wedding day. During her frantic getaway, she crosses paths with a serial wedding crasher (Aashim Gulati), who reluctantly agrees to help her. An unexpected bond forms between them as they navigate one chaotic situation after another.
Meanwhile, Meera’s worried family, including her mother (Supriya Pilgaonkar), launches a frantic search to find her. The real chaos begins when everyone starts to assume she has run off with the wedding crasher, turning their journey into a series of hilarious misunderstandings and unexpected twists.
Written by Laxman Utekar and Rishi Virmani and directed by Saurabh Dasgupta, this lighthearted drama promises a roller-coaster of emotions, comedy, and a lot of fun. With a talented supporting cast, including Rakesh Bedi, Sonali Sachdev, Rajesh Sharma, and Vikram Kochhar, the film is all about love, family, and the unexpected turns life throws you.
Celebrating 25 Years of Kareena Kapoor Khan: Film Festival
From 20th to 27th September, Kareena Kapoor Khan Film Festival is being organised. This week-long event gives fans a chance to relive Kareena Kapoor’s best movies on the big screen, commemorating her 25-year journey in cinema. The lineup features some of her most memorable films, including Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (Karan Johar), Jab We Met (Imtiaz Ali), Omkara (Vishal Bhardwaj), Asoka (Santosh Sivan) and Chameli (Sudhir Mishra). Each of these films showcases the actor’s incredible talent and her impact on Indian cinema.
ANR 100: Celebrating the Legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao
The ANR 100 film festival is here to honour the legacy of legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao, showcasing his timeless classics. It will feature some of his most iconic films, spanning decades of cinematic brilliance. From the unforgettable romance of Devadasu (1953), directed by Vedantam Raghavayya, to the epic drama Mayabazar (1957) by K.V. Reddy, and crowd favourites like Gundamma Katha (1962) by Kamalakara Kameswara Rao and evergreen hit Premabhishekam (1981) by Dasari Narayana Rao. This festival is a walkthrough of cinema history. Audiences will also get to enjoy gems like Bharya Bharthalu (1961) by K. Pratyagatma, Doctor Chakravarthi (1964) directed by Adurthi Subba Rao, Sudigundalu (1968) by Adurthi Subba Rao, and Prem Nagar (1971) by K.S. Prakash Rao. The lineup also includes ANR’s last masterpiece, Manam (2014), directed by Vikram Kumar. It’s a rare chance for audiences to celebrate and cherish the legacy of one of Indian cinema’s greatest stars.
Curated Shows: Tum Bin (re-release)
Tum Bin, the 2001 romantic classic that stole our hearts, is in theatres. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, Tum Bin is a timeless tale of love, loss, and healing. It became popular for its heartfelt story and unforgettable soundtrack, including the soulful “Koi Fariyaad”. Whether you’re rekindling the magic or seeing it for the first time, this re-release offers a perfect chance to experience why Tum Bin remains a beloved favourite.
Curated Shows: Mahanagar (re-release)
Mahanagar, a masterpiece by Satyajit Ray, will see a limited release this week, restored in 2K. Set in 1950s Kolkata, the film revolves around Arati (Madhabi Mukherjee), a middle-class housewife who defies social norms by going out to work amidst mounting financial strain on her family. Her husband Subrata reluctantly agrees, but the traditional father-in-law is adamantly against it. The film examines the changing position of women in society as Arati becomes more self-assured and independent as a door-to-door salesperson. Mahanagar‘s complex depiction of gender roles, family interactions, and urban challenges makes it just as relevant today as it was when it was first released in 1963.
Directed by Satyajit Ray, known for masterpieces like Pather Panchali, Charulata, and Jalsaghar, the film also introduced Jaya Bachchan (then Bhaduri) as a teenager. Mahanagar received critical acclaim, winning the All India Certificate of Merit for the Third Best Feature Film in 1963 at the 11th National Film Awards and the Silver Bear for Best Direction at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1964. Don’t miss this rare chance to watch an iconic work on the big screen by one of India’s greatest filmmakers.