From Vijay Sethupathi’s retro‑madras drama to Tom Cruise’s avatar‑free action, the slate spans thrillers, comedies and a Netflix‑bound investigative thriller.
Filmfare’s weekly guide lists a packed line‑up for September 28‑October 4, and the variety could keep any streaming queue busy for weeks.
A retro don and a school‑room bond
Vijay Sethupathi leads the new Tamil‑language drama Baththa, set in 1986 Madras. The plot hinges on an unlikely friendship that forms after an eight‑year‑old traps the local don in a school restroom. The premise promises both humour and a heart‑warming turn, a formula that has worked well for Sethupathi’s recent releases.
Rural superstitions meet mobile towers
The sequel to the 2025 hit Dupahiya returns with a fresh batch of characters in the fictional village of Dhadakpur. Gajraj Rao reprises Banwari Jha, whose barren land becomes the site for a new mobile tower. The story weaves together influencer hype, exam‑stress drama and a dash of superstition, all under the watchful eye of a growing cast that includes Renuka Shahane and Shivani Raghuvanshi.
Hollywood meets Bollywood in Verity
Dakota Johnson headlines the English‑language thriller Verity, adapted from the bestseller of the same name. She plays Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer hired to finish a popular series after the original author, played by Anne Hathaway, is confined to a wheelchair. While digging through the author’s notes, Johnson’s character uncovers a chilling manuscript that blurs fact and fiction. The film adds an international flavor to the week’s slate, and its Netflix release could attract a global audience.
Tom Cruise in an unrecognisable avatar
Action fans get a surprise with Digger, where Tom Cruise steps away from his usual high‑octane spy persona. Here he portrays a greedy businessman named Rockwell, a role that demands a complete departure from his typical stunt‑filled image. The film promises a mix of corporate intrigue and classic Cruise swagger, though it’s unclear whether the project will land on a streaming platform or in theatres.
Legal drama meets personal tragedy
Mrunal Thakur’s Pooja tackles a dark, contemporary issue: a woman’s rejection of a long‑term boyfriend triggers a suicide and a damning email. Huma Qureshi appears as the lawyer who helps her navigate the legal fallout. The narrative leans heavily on courtroom tension and societal judgment, offering a gritty look at modern relationships.
Magic, wishes and street‑level scams
Fahadh Faasil stars as Suri, a street magician turned con‑artist, in a comedy‑fantasy that pivots when he meets a girl who claims to be a genie. The film blends slapstick with supernatural elements, aiming for a light‑hearted yet visually inventive experience.
New‑age romance gone wrong
Ashok Selvan and Preity Mukhundhan lead Anbil Avan, a romance that quickly spirals into a survival thriller after the newlyweds relocate to a quiet hill town. The shift from love story to high‑stakes chase keeps the audience guessing about the couple’s fate.
The long‑awaited Drishyam: The Conclusion
The third Hindi installment of the Drishyam franchise finally arrives, promising a decisive end to the Salgaonkar family’s web of lies. While the original Malayalam version set the tone, director promises fresh twists that differentiate this finale from its predecessors.
WWII grit in Lucky Strike
Lucky Strike transports viewers to the Battle of the Bulge, following US Captain John Castle (played by an unnamed actor) as his squad attempts to hold a critical road against the 1st SS Panzer Division. The film leans into gritty realism and battlefield strategy.
A new Doraemon adventure
The beloved anime franchise rolls out a fresh episode where Nobita and friends discover an underwater castle, meet a hidden civilization, and race to save Earth. While aimed at younger audiences, the high‑tech gadgets and visual spectacle could draw nostalgic adults as well.
All these titles hit streaming platforms, theatres or TV within the same week, giving viewers a smorgasbord of genres. Whether you’re in the mood for a gritty courtroom drama, a nostalgic retro comedy, or a high‑stakes war epic, the current slate has something to satisfy every craving. Keep an eye on release dates – several of these films, including Verity and Reporting Live (the Netflix investigative thriller mentioned in fan circles), are slated for early October, so the binge‑watch marathon is just beginning.
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