Based on real incidents, Tovino Thomas starrer Narivetta, detailing the 2003 Muthanga incident, and Dhyan Sreenivasan’s Detective Ujjwalan will hit theatres this week. Take a look at all the other releases coming up this week:
OTT RELEASES
She the People
Streaming platform: Netflix
Release date: May 22
Antoinette Dunkerson is elected Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi after a strong campaign, but as determined as she is to bring in reforms, she faces a certain demographic challenge—how to thrive as a black woman under a racist and sexist governor. Helmed by Tyler Perry, the comedy flick stars Terri J. Vaughn, Jade Novah, Drew Olivia Tillman, Tré Boyd, and Dyon Brooks.
Fear Street: Prom Queen
Streaming platform: Netflix
Release date: May 23
Fear Street’s next slasher flick is set against the glamorous night of Shadyside High’s 1988 prom. While the popular girls are favourite contenders to win prom queen, sidelined student Lori Granger is determined to give it a go. What begins as a night of glitz turns into a gory series of suspicious killings. Directed by Matt Palmer, the film features India Fowler, Suzanna Son, Fina Strazza, Chris Klein, and David Iacono.
Sirens
Streaming platform: Netflix
Release date: May 25
Devon heads to meet her sister Simone after avoiding news of their father’s health. Heading to her workplace, she finds Simone employed under billionaire Michaela Kell and quickly notices their toxic relationship, prompting her to act. Created by Molly Smith Metzler, the series stars Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, Julianne Moore, Kevin Bacon, and Glenn Howerton.
Fountain of Youth
Streaming platform: Apple TV+
Release date: May 23
This heist drama sees sibling duo Luke and Charlotte reunite on the hunt for the mythical Fountain of Youth. With history as their greatest ally, they embark on a global journey in pursuit of their goal. Helmed by Guy Ritchie, the film stars John Krasinski, Natalie Portman, Eiza González, Domhnall Gleeson, and Arian Moayed.
Nine Perfect Strangers S2
Streaming platform: Amazon Prime Video
Release date: May 22
Masha Dmitrichenko welcomes nine new strangers to her wellness retreat, hand-picked by her for underlying reasons. When the group, each one carrying their own burden, begins to feel uneasy with her unconventional methods, they try to escape, much like their predecessors. Created by David E. Kelley, the series features Nicole Kidman, Murray Bartlett, Annie Murphy, Christine Baranski, Dolly de Leon, and Maisie Richardson-Sellers.
THEATRE RELEASES
Narivetta
Release date: May 23
This Malayalam flick revolves around the 2003 Muthanga incident, where the Kerala Police were accused of firing on the marginalised Adivasis in Wayanad, who gathered in protest over to land allocation dispute. Helmed by Anuraj Manohar, the film stars Tovino Thomas, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, and Priyamvada Krishnan.
Detective Ujjwalan
Release date: May 23
While Ujjwalan, a local detective, is used to solving crimes like petty theft, he faces his biggest challenge yet—a murder case. In addition to the massive workload, he faces competition from a special investigations team. Directed by Rahul G and Indraneel Gopeekrishnan, the film features Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson, Rony David Raj, Kottayam Nazeer, and Seema G Nair.
Lilo & Stitch
Release date: May 23
An orphaned Lilo adopts a genetically created supercharged alien, Stitch, who remains under the care of her and her older sister, Nani. But when external entities want to capture Stitch, Lilo will do anything to save her furry friend. Helmed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the film stars Maia Kealoha, Chris Sanders, Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, and Hannah Waddingham.
Kesari Veer
Release date: May 23
Narrating the untold story of Hamirji Gohli, the historical action flick follows the Rajput warrior as he defends his land and religion against the Tughlaq Empire to protect the Somnath Temple. Directed by Prince Dhiman, the film features Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Sooraj Pancholi, Akanksha Sharma and Aruna Irani.
