Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ Its an exciting week for movie lovers. This festive week, not one or two but a total of eight movies featuring prominent stars from all corners of the nation have hit the silver screens. From Katrina Kaif’s “Merry Christmas” to Dhanush’s “Captain Miller” and Mahesh Babu’s “Guntur Kaaram,” this celebratory week stands as a visual feast for enthusiasts of the cinematic arts. For those curious about the newly released films this week, here’s a curated list that might inspire a visit to the cinemas.
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Merry Christmas
Renowned suspense-genre maestro Sriram Raghavan returns with a Pongal treat titled “Merry Christmas.” Featuring superstars Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead, the film weaves a tale of death, secrets, and romance. Featuring Tinnu Raaj Anand, Sanjay Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Pratima Kannan, and Radhika Apte in pivotal roles, the film unfolds simultaneously in Tamil and Hindi.
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Guntur Kaaram
Superstar Mahesh Babu makes a dynamic return with the action-packed “Guntur Kaaram,” helmed by Trivikram. Sreeleela takes on the female lead role, supported by Meenakshi Chaudhary, Jagapathi Babu, Jayaram, and Ramya Krishnan. The trailer hints at a Mahesh Babu performance replete with action and his iconic charm.
Captain Miller
Set in the 1930s, the period action film “Captain Miller” is led by Dhanush. Directed and written by Arun Matheswaran, the movie depicts a rebel leader compelled to take a stand when faced with adverse circumstances. Among Dhanush’s highly anticipated recent releases, the trailer has already captivated fans.
Saindhav
Helmed by Sailesh Kolanu, “Saindhav” is Venkatesh Daggubati’s 75th movie in his film career. The trailer shows a narrative involving a drug cartel and the hero striving to thwart their plans. Nawazuddin Siddiqui makes his Telugu debut in this film, alongside Andrea Jeremiah and Jisshu Sengupta.
Ayalaan
Sivakarthikeyan and Rakul Preet Singh play the lead roles in “Ayalaan,” which is a science fiction film directed by R. Ravikumar. The storyline follows an alien forming bonds with humans after landing on Earth. Produced by KJR Studios with music by AR Rahman, this film stands as one of the most expected in the Pongal lineup.
Hanu Man
Helmed by Prasanth Varma and featuring Teja Sajja, “Hanu Man” introduces an Indian superhero based in the fictional village of Anjanadri. While the story follows the eternal struggle between good and evil, the trailer promises a blend of fun and exciting twists. This film marks the inaugural installment in the Prashanth Varma Cinematic Universe.
Mission: Chapter 1
Actor Arun Vijay is back with the action thriller film “Mission: Chapter 1,” helmed by AL Vijay. The cast includes Amy Jackson, Nimisha Sajayan, Nick Khan, and Tygorah Smith in the lead roles. The story centers around a determined prisoner aiming to escape against all odds to reunite with his ailing daughter.
Naa Saami Ranga
It is a remake of the 2018 Malayalam film “Porinju Mariam Jose”. “Naa Saami Ranga” is directed by Vijay Binni and features Nagarjuna in the lead role. Loosely based on real-life incidents in Thrissur, Kerala, during the 1980s, the film offers a compelling narrative.
