From gripping crime dramas to intense psychological thrillers, the coming week has plenty in store to keep you glued to your screen. Get ready for an exciting mix of new titles across OTT and theatres, perfect for a weekend binge.

Seoul Busters
Cast: Kim Dong-wook, Park Ji-hwan, Seo Hyun-woo, Park Se-wan

In this action-packed thriller K-drama, elite police officer Dongbang Yoo-bin, played by Kim Dong-wook, is at the top of his game. Despite being offered a permanent overseas post, Yoo-bin decides to stay and take over the least efficient homicide squad, Unit 2. His mission: to turn around the team’s dismal reputation while solving the most challenging cases. The show promises a gripping combination of crime and drama.

Release date: September 11, 2024
Where to watch: OTT

Emily in Paris Season 4: Part 2
Cast: Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Camille Razat

Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) is back for another thrilling chapter of her life in Paris. In this season, expect a fresh wave of personal and professional twists as Emily navigates complex relationships and career challenges. Fans of romance, fashion, and drama will find themselves immersed in this next chapter of her Parisian adventures.

Release date: September 12, 2024
Where to watch: OTT

The Buckingham Murders
Cast: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Brar

One of the most anticipated releases, The Buckingham Murders revolves around DI Jasmeet Bhamra, played by Kareena Kapoor Khan. She investigates the disappearance of a child of Indian origin while battling her grief over her son’s tragic death. With a screenplay by Aseem Arrora and others, the film promises an intense journey.  

Release date: September 13, 2024
Where to watch: Theatres

Sector 36  
Cast: Vikrant Massey, Radhika Apte

This crime thriller dives into the harrowing investigation of children disappearing from a local slum. Vikrant Massey leads the film, which has already received accolades at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.  

Release date: September 13
Where to watch: OTT

Berlin
Cast: Aparshakti Khurana, Rahul Bose

This espionage thriller captivated audiences at the International Film Festival of Melbourne and is set to keep viewers hooked when it drops on OTT platforms this week.  

Release date: September 13
Where to watch: OTT

Speak No Evil
Cast: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis

From the producer of Get Out, this psychological thriller tells the story of an American family whose peaceful weekend at a British estate turns into a nightmare.  

Release date: September 13, 2024
Where to watch: Theatres

Uglies
Cast: Joey King, Keith Powers  

Set in a dystopian future, Uglies explores the extreme enforcement of beauty standards. A teen embarks on a journey to find her friend before undergoing mandatory cosmetic surgery.  

Release date: September 13, 2024
Where to watch: OTT

Make sure to catch these new releases for an action-packed week!

In Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, a limited series based on the most audacious underworld heist in Atlanta that took place during Muhammed Ali’s historic comeback fight in 1970, Kevin Hart plays small-time hustler Chicken Man. Joining him is an ensemble cast full of A-listers including Samuel L. Jackson, Taraji P. Henson and Don Cheadle. Based on the acclaimed iHeart true-crime podcast, the period drama revolves around the infamous crime where some of the wealthiest were robbed during an afterparty and the ensuing police investigation.

In an exclusive interview with Filmfare, actor Kevin Hart and executive producer Bryan Smiley opened up about the show’s making, appreciation for Bollywood and more.

What was it like working with Samuel L. Jackson, Taraji P. Henson and Don Cheadle?

Kevin: It’s amazing. Look at the names you just said and look at the resumes attached to all. The fact that Samuel L. Jackson is a bad guy in anything that I got the opportunity to do is huge. You’re looking at a legend and other legends. At this stage in my career, I’m trying my best to align as many legends as I can around great material so that I can say from a company perspective that we’re doing amazing things. It’s not really about my talent anymore. It’s about the talent of all. The priority is finding the material that allows us all to work together so that we can all make great memories and have great stories. I was like a kid in a candy store, it’s a pinch-myself moment even now.

What are the challenges of recreating history and stylising it the way Fight Night does?

Bryan: You have to be authentic. That means you have to bring in a crew that understands that period. And I think we really hit that nail. The audience needs to be transported back to 1970s Atlanta when it was becoming a national and global kind of city. We wanted to make sure that as you watch it, you truly feel like you are there again.

Kevin: I don’t think it’s about the challenges. I think it’s what is most exciting, right? Not having it all figured out is exciting. Not having all the answers beforehand is great because when you’re on the set or during the process, the discoveries you make will enhance the show. The thing that presented itself to be the biggest obstacle is making sure you’re not just tracking the story, but you’re tracking the stakes within your performance outside of the dialogue. The dialogue is the easy part. Your body language, your eyes, your complexity, those are the things that I think are most important when playing a character like this and making sure that you don’t sway away from the times and go current or modern while you’re supposed to be in a period. I would say just being aware of what the 70s were, being aware of how I should be looking, what I should be saying, and what my actions should be as well. Those are some of the obstacles. But for me, it’s all about being excited to embark on those challenges.

Kevin, you have fans in India, have you ever experienced the culture and Bollywood?

Kevin: I love these questions because I’m never going to lie. A lot of people try to lie here and they go, I know it all. I’m not going to do that. You’re not going to catch me out there like that. I’m very much aware of Bollywood. I’m very much aware of the success attached to it and how big of a movie business it is in India. What I would best want to be educated on are my opportunities to come there and work with some of the biggest stars. I’m not a firm believer in everybody coming to the States to do the big things. I think you’re big and you’re successful for a reason. If I ever did have the opportunity to come in and have the cameo or have a couple of scenes that I could come in and steal with some of the best, I think that would be dope. But the stars that have crossed over like Nick Jonas’ wife Priyanka Chopra, is a great person. I know her through Nick and our relationship with Jumanji. But knowing the magnitude of her success and her following and seeing her be able to come here while staying true to Bollywood. Those are dope things. I would love the opportunity to be one of the few that went over and crossed the bridge to that side. To be honest, I am not aware of it all. I am not as indebted to the understanding of it, but I would love to be educated more and have the opportunity to work with some if I could.

Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist is currently streaming.