The Kerala crowd is in a frenzy as they gear up for Prithviraj Sukumaran's highly anticipated film L2: Empuraan, hitting theatres on March 27. Hollywood film Black Bag, starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender, will also premiere this week. Take a look at all the releases coming up this week:
OTT RELEASES
Mufasa: The Lion King
Streaming platform: JioHotstar
Release date: March 26
This prequel to Disney's iconic 1994 film The Lion King will explore Mufasa's early life as an orphan, who was taken under the wing of Taka, a lion who is heir to a royal bloodline. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the characters are voiced by Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, and Beyoncé.
The Studio
Streaming platform: Apple TV+
Release date: March 26
The American comedy series chronicles the bumpy journey of Matt Remick, burdened with the new role of head of Continental Studios. To make sure his ship doesn't sink, he must choose between making meaningful films in a rapidly changing world or sticking to the same old familiar formula. Created by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Pere, the show stars Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders, and Kathryn Hahn.
Delulu Express
Streaming platform: Amazon Prime Video
Release date: March 27
Zakir Khan returns for his fifth stand-up special, Delulu Express. This comedy special will focus on his experiences with job hunting and unforgettable train journeys, along with tales of friendships and what makes men "special". Shot in front of a live audience, the show is directed by Karan Asnani and bankrolled by Only Much Louder Studios and Sakht Films.
THEATRE RELEASES
L2: Empuraan
Release date: March 27
Kerala is still plagued by political war with the ruling party IUF and its oppositions, as Stephen Nedumpally's story as Kureshi Ab'raam, the leader of an international crime syndicate, unfolds in the sequel of 2019 Lucifer. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the ensemble cast includes Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, and Indrajith Sukumaran.
Sikandar
Release date: March 30
Sanjay Rajkot, a man wanted by the police, fights for the greater good by standing up against corruption. Driven by love for his wife Saisri, he fights for the rights of ordinary citizens who have no one to defend them. Directed by A. R. Murugadoss, the film features Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, and Sharman Joshi.
Black Bag
Release date: March 28
George and Kathryn, both intelligence officers, keep their work life a secret at home. When Kathryn is one of the suspects of colluding with a Russian operative to leak top-secret software, George is assigned to investigate his wife's whereabouts, putting a test on their marriage. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, the film stars Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Marisa Abela, Tom Burke, Naomie Harris, Regé-Jean Page, and Pierce Brosnan.
