As cinema halls witness the gradual cooling of the Stree 2 buzz, this new weekend is poised to offer yet another platter of variegated content for the audience – this weekend, it is possible to watch Kareena Kapoor Khan playing a detective, Sohum Shah getting greedy for gold (again) and Vikrant Massey cracking down on a serial killer – either at home or in theaters.
The Buckingham Murders (Theaters)
In this film, Kareena Kapoor Khan plays the lead heroine as Jasmeet Bhamra, a grieving detective haunted by the loss of her child. Sent to the UK for a new case, she becomes involved in solving the mystery of a missing and murdered child, while grappling with her own trauma. Directed by Hansal Mehta, The Buckingham Murders explores themes of grief, communal tensions, and complex societal issues within the immigrant communities of Buckinghamshire. Kareena Kapoor’s performance has been appreciated by the critics.
Sector 36 (Netflix)
Directed by Aditya Nimbalkar, the film follows a chilling investigation into a series of child abductions in a slum area, with Vikrant Massey starring as a police officer in pursuit of a serial killer, supported by Deepak Dobriyal, Darshan Jariwala, and Baharul Islam​. The plot, inspired by real events like the infamous 2006 Noida serial murders, promises to delve into the darker side of power, injustice, and corruption.
Berlin (ZEE5)
This new spy thriller promises to be a blend of mystery and suspense. Directed by Atul Sabharwal, it features Ishwak Singh, Aparshakti Khurana and Rahul Bose in important roles. The storyline is centered around a deaf-mute man named Ashok (played by Ishwak Singh), who is accused of being a foreign spy. Aparshakti Khurana plays a sign-language expert brought in to interpret Ashok during the investigation, but as the investigation unfolds, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and political intrigue.
Officer Black Belt (Netflix)
Directed by Jason Kim, this South Korean film stars Kim Woo-bin as Lee Jung-do, a martial artist with multiple black belts, and Kim Sung-kyun as a probation officer, Kim Sun-min. Together, they work as a crime-fighting duo managing criminals under electronic surveillance. This martial arts officer-themed film blends action with humor, and has opened to generally positive reviews.
The Grand Tour: One For The Road (Prime Video)
This is the final special of the popular motoring series starring Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. Set in Zimbabwe, the trio embarks on one last adventure in their dream cars: a Lancia Montecarlo, a Ford Capri, and a Triumph Stag. Their journey across Zimbabwe’s scenic landscapes is filled with humor, sentimentality, and nods to their earlier adventures. The episode culminates in an emotional farewell, marking the end of their long-running collaboration​
Uglies (Netflix)
Starring Joey King as Tally Youngblood, the plot of the film is set in a futuristic dystopia with enforced beauty standards, wherein a teen awaiting mandatory cosmetic surgery embarks on a journey to find her missing friend while simultaneously challenge these ideals. Directed by McG, the film features a star-studded cast, including Laverne Cox and Chase Stokes, and offers a fresh take on themes of identity and societal expectations.
Tumbbad (theaters)
A visually stunning horror-fantasy directed by Rahi Anil Barve and Adesh Prasad, Tumbbad is set in 1918 Maharashtra and follows the protagonist, Vinayak Rao (Sohum Shah) who seeks a hidden treasure guarded by Hastar, a cursed god who was never worshiped. The film explores themes of greed, obsession, and the consequences of human ambition, as Vinayak discovers the gilded horrors beneath his ancestral mansion in Tumbbad. It blends mythology with a dark, atmospheric narrative, and has been lauded for for its story, camerawork and sound design. A critical and commercial success upon release, Tumbbad has re-released in theaters to an encouraging initial draw.
