The action-thriller Deva, starring Shahid Kapoor, will hit the big screens on January 31. Meanwhile, Akhil Paul and Anas Khan’s film Identity, starring Tovino Thomas, will arrive on ZEE5 after a one-month run in theatres.
OTT RELEASES
The Storyteller
Streaming platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Release date: January 28
Based on Satyajit Ray's short story Golpo Boliye Tarini Khuro, the film chronicles Tarini Bandhopadhyay, a famous and unique storyteller around Kolkata known for his "Tarini Tales". He shifts his base to Ahmedabad to help an insomniac businessman who hasn't slept well in 30 years using the healing power of his stories. Directed by Ananth Mahadevan, the film features Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain, Revathi, Tannishtha Chatterjee, and Jayesh More.
Identity
Streaming platform: ZEE5
Release date: January 31
Haran Shankar, a sketch artist, is tasked with finding the man responsible for the murder of a woman. When an eyewitness Alisha comes forward, her photographic memory proves to be an asset in finding the perpetrator. With the skills he possesses paired with his years of experience, Haran puts pen to paper to create an image resting in Alisha’s memory. Directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan, the film features Tovino Thomas, Trisha, Vinay Rai, Archana Kavi, and Aju Varghese.
Pushpa 2: The Rule
Streaming platform: Netflix
Release date: January 29
A sequel to the hit 2021 film, Pushpa 2: The Rule will follow Pushpa, who is involved in the illegal smuggling of red sandalwood, and his quest for revenge against SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, following the death of his mother and brother. The film, directed by Sukumar, will star Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, Rashmika Mandanna, Jagapathi Babu, and Dhananjaya.
You’re Cordially Invited
Streaming platform: Amazon Prime Video
Release date: January 30
Wedding planner Margot faces chaos when she discovers that her sister Neve’s wedding venue has been double-booked with another bride, Jenni. To secure the venue for Jenni, her father, Jim, resorts to sabotage, throwing Margot and Neve’s plans into disarray as they try to salvage the special day. Directed by Nicholas Stoller, this rom-com stars Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Geraldine Viswanathan, Meredith Hagner, and Celia Weston.
The Recruit Season 2
Streaming platform: Netflix
Release date: January 30
Owen Hendricks, a bold and rebellious CIA attorney, is not just tied to his desk but is always ready for action. His defiance earns him an espionage mission to South Korea, where he's paired up with Jang Kyun, a Korean intelligence operative. Together, in just 48 hours, they have to terminate a threat that could bring out the war drum. Created by Alexi Hawley, the show stars Noah Centineo, Teo Yoo, Young-Ah Kim, Aarti Mann, and Colton Dunn.
Queer
Streaming platform: MUBI
Release date: January 31
Based on William S. Burroughs' book of the same name, the film follows an isolated American expatriate in 1950s Mexico, William Lee. Struggling with drug addiction, he becomes infatuated with a young man, Eugene Allerton, as his life spirals further into chaos. Directed by Luca Guadagnino, the film features Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey, Jason Schwartzman, Lesley Manville, and Henrique Zaga.
The Secrets of Shiledars
Streaming platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Release date: January 30
A man becomes entrusted with protecting the treasure of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Along his journey, he rises to become the chief of the Shiledars, while fending off others who claim the treasure belongs to them. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the series stars Rajeev Khandelwal, Sai Tamhankar, Gaurav Amlani, and Ashish Vid.
THEATRE RELEASES
Deva
Release date: January 31
Dev is a fearless cop, out to seek revenge after a fellow officer is murdered by a terrorist. His investigation intensifies when Dev discovers that there are secrets that lie hidden within his own organisation, exposing deceit. Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, the film features Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, Pavail Gulati, Pravesh Rana, and Girish Kulkarni.
Oru Jaathi Jathakam
Release date: January 31
Rajesh discovers during a palm reading that a round of bad luck is coming his way. Failing to find the perfect woman to marry, though he is registered in multiple matrimony sites, his horoscope reveals that he is destined for a gay marriage. Directed by M. Mohanan, the film stars Vineeth Sreenivasan, Nikhila Vimal, Babu Antony, P.P. Kunhikrishnan, and Mridul Nair.
The Secret Of Women
Release date: January 31
The Secret of Women is a thriller film where a woman feels trapped as she loses her sense of privacy in life. As she is always on guard, a murder investigation unfolds with a prime suspect. Directed by G. Prajesh Sen, the film features Niranjana Anoop, Aju Varghese, Srikant Murali, Midhun Venugopal, and Suma Devi.
Conclave
Release date: January 31
Based on Robert Harris’ 2016 novel of the same name, the story follows Cardinal Lawrence, dean of the College of Cardinals, who must oversee the election of the next pope. The task at hand is not easy as he tries to sift through the five preferred candidates but finds secrets hidden deep within. Directed by Edward Berger, the film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini.
Ponman
Release date: January 30
Adapted from GR Indugopan’s novel Nalanchu Cheruppakar, the film follows a man adamant about arranging gold for his sister’s wedding to give as dowry. The story has an underdog element to it as the character rises up against adversity to ensure that his sister’s wedding runs smoothly. Directed by Jothish Shankar, the film stars Basil Joseph, Sajin Gopu, Lijo Mol Jose, Rajesh Sharma, and Deepak Parambol.
