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Lubber Pandhu (Tamil) - September 20
Starring Harish Kalyan, Attakathi Dinesh, Vadhandhi-fame Sanjana, and Swaswika in lead roles, Lubber Pandhu explores gully cricket as well as Gethu (Dinesh) and Anbu's (Harish) intense rivalry. Debutant director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu helms this sports drama which is also expected to portray the lead stars' lives and relationships
Nandhan (Tamil) - September 20
In actor Sasikumar's second collaboration with director Era Saravanan of Udanpirappe-fame, Nandhan is set to explore the life of a humble labourer and his struggles to rise up in ranks against his oppressor played by noted director Balaji Sakthivel. Bigg Boss Tamil-fame Suruthi Periyasamy plays the female lead.
Kadaisi Ulaga Por (Tamil) - September 20
Directed by Hiphop Adhi who also stars in the lead role and produces the film, Kadaisi Ulaga Por is set in a dystopian future where economic sanctions have been imposed on countries including India. There is chaos and violence caused by the impending Third World War where HipHop Adhi's Tamizh is ready to even lose his life to win the war.
Dhonima (Tamil) - September 20
Kaali Venkat plays the lead in this heartwarming drama about a dog, a young boy with hearing disabilities, caring mother played by Roshini Prakash and a father (Kaali Venkat) who is an alcoholic. The film is directed by Jagadeesan Subu of Bakrid-fame.
Kozhipannai Chella Durai (Tamil) - September 20
Seenu Ramasamy's Kozhipannai Chelladurai stars Aegan, Yogi Babu and Brigida Saga in lead roles. The film revolves around two siblings who are deserted by their parents. As they fend for themselves, the duo grow close to each other and navigate the complexities of life.
Transformers One (English) - September 20
A sci-fi action film based on Hasbro's Transformers toy line, Transformers One is directed by Josh Cooley. It depicts the origins and early relationship of Optimus Prime and Megatron and how they forever changed the fate of Cybertron, the home planet of the Transformers.
Kadha Innuvare (Malayalam) - September 20
Written and directed by Vishnu Mohan, who won the National Award for Meppadiyan, Kadha Innuvare is billed as a feel-good entertainer exploring romantic relationships. The film stars an ensemble cast which includes Biju Menon, Methil Devika, Nikhila Vimal, Anu Mohan, Anusree, Hakkim Shahjahan, Siddique, and Renji Panicker, among others.
Yudhra (Hindi) - September 20
Yudhra follows a troubled vigilante with anger issues who takes on a powerful drug cartel run by Firoz and his son Shafiq. But his personal struggles threaten to derail his mission. Directed by Ravi Udyawar, the film stars Siddhant Chaturvedi, Malavika Mohanan, Raghav Juyal, and Gajraj Rao, among others.
Langoti Man (Kannada) - September 20
Directed by Sanjotha Bhandari, Langoti Man is expected to be a laughter-filled ride that promises to have audiences in stitches. It features debutant Akash Rambo in the lead role, alongside Mahalakshmi, Samhita Vinya, Huli Karthik, Gilli Nata, and Sneha Rishi, among others.
Gorre Puranam (Telugu) - September 20
When a sheep creates a conflict in a village: Gorre Puranam is a social drama with elements of comedy. Suhas plays the lead as a shepherd who gets embroiled in a fight between two communities where the sheep is also involved. The film is directed by Bobby.
Hide N Seek (Telugu) - September 20
Written and directed by Basireddy Rana, Hide N Seek stars Viswant and Shilpa Manjunath in lead roles. Shilpa Manjunath plays a cop, while Viswant will be seen essaying a forensic agent, where the duo aim to hunt down a mysterious serial killer.