Big Screen vs. Small Screen: What to Watch This Weekend

If you’re planning a movie night this weekend, get ready for an exciting mix of new theatrical releases and fresh OTT drops. From high-octane action and psychological chills to quirky comedies and heartfelt family dramas, there’s plenty to pick from. Here’s your weekend movie guide—whether you’re stepping out to the theatres or staying in for an OTT binge.

THEATRICAL RELEASES

Nobody 2 (English)
Directed by Timo Tjahjanto | Cast: Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, RZA, Christopher Lloyd
Bob Odenkirk returns as Hutch Mansell in this much-anticipated sequel to Nobody (2021). This time, Hutch is caught between his assassin’s past and a desperate attempt to reconnect with his family. What begins as a simple vacation in Plummerville spirals into a violent feud involving a corrupt sheriff, a crime lord, and an amusement park owner. Expect bone-crunching action with an emotional undercurrent.

Bring Her Back (English)
Directed by Danny & Michael Philippou | Cast: Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Sally Hawkins
From the makers of Talk to Me, this supernatural thriller taps into themes of grief and possession. When 17-year-old Andy moves in with his foster mother Laura—still mourning her blind daughter’s death—he begins to experience unsettling visions. With Laura’s obsession growing darker and Andy’s sister Piper in danger, the film promises a spine-chilling ride.

OTT RELEASES

Thalaivan Thalaivii (Tamil) – Prime Video
Directed by Pandiraj | Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Nithya Menen
Vijay Sethupathi plays Agasaveeran, a parotta maker whose fiery chemistry with his foodie wife (Nithya Menen) slowly evolves into a rugged love story. What begins as lighthearted banter over food takes a dramatic turn as pride and ego crack the foundation of their relationship.

Maa (Hindi) – Netflix
Directed by Vishal Furia | Cast: Kajol, Kherin Sharma, Ronit Bose Roy
Kajol headlines this supernatural horror where a mother-daughter road trip turns into a nightmarish descent into a haunted forest. As a young girl vanishes and suspicions mount, secrets of Chandarpur unravel, dragging Kajol into a terrifying mystery that tests maternal strength against sinister forces.

Aamar Boss (Bengali) – ZEE5
Directed by Shiboprosad Mukherjee & Nandita Roy | Cast: Rakhee Gulzar, Shiboprosad Mukherjee
Marking Rakhee Gulzar’s return to Bengali cinema after two decades, this relationship drama examines power dynamics both at home and at work. Shiboprosad plays Animesh, a toxic boss at the office but a dutiful son at home. The balance shifts when his mother (Rakhee) steps into his professional world, triggering friction and emotional upheaval.

Whether you’re in the mood for bone-crunching fights, supernatural chills, or heartfelt storytelling, this weekend’s lineup has you covered. Grab your popcorn—cinema is calling!

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