Thank God, it's Friday! 22 movies releasing on November 22 in theatres; Which one should you watch?

November 22, 2024, Theatrical Releases: India is home to a world of cinema like nowhere else and while we usually make movies extensively, it’s a rare phenomenon that 22 movies align their release date on one day. This Friday you’ll not be confused about what to watch as the Indian entertainment industry is together bringing you a plethora of content to watch and enjoy to the fullest.

22 movies releasing in theatres on November 22

1. I want to talk (Hindi)

Led by Abhishek Bachchan, this Soojit Sarcar directorial is a slice-of-life film about an NRI who suffers from a serious ailment and is navigating through a complex relationship with his daughter since she was young. Watch the trailer here:-

2. Hey Siri Ve Siri (Punjabi)

This Arya Babbar-starrer laughter riot explores how a simple invitation spirals into a whirlwind of secrets and laughter following a man’s invite of his Siri and her entire family to the UK. As cultures collide and identities blur, he discovers that nothing is quite what it seems.

3. Zebra (Telugu)

This Telugu film headlined by Satyadev and Daali Dhananjaya will feature the former playing a bank employer who trusts a scheme to support his family in difficult times but lands himself against the latter’s character. Zebra promises a thrilling showdown between those seeking wealth and those generating wealth.

4. Mechanic Rocky (Telugu)

Vishwak Sen stars in this action comedy revolving around a mechanic who is the son of a car garage owner. The hero is easy-going and spends his time flirting with girls while teaching them to drive. However, things take a dramatic turn when a notorious figure's car ends up in his garage for repairs.

5.?KCR (Keshava Chandra Ramavath) - Telugu

Rocking Rakesh takes this film on his shoulder which is inspired by the true story of a young man from the Lambadi community. Despite having been in love with someone since childhood, the protagonist rejects their marriage proposal to pursue his purpose in Hyderabad. What happens next is a political thriller to whistle for!

6.?Mandira (Telugu)

Headlined by Sunny Leone, Mandira features the actress in a horror comedy where she plays a princess who comes back to life in the form of a spirit. Mandira is promoted as a pine-tingling horror and side-splitting comedy, much of which you can find yourself in theatres this Friday.

7. Roti Kapda Romance (Telugu)

This coming-of-age romantic comedy follows four childhood friends who reunite for a road trip to Goa. They aim to visit the ex-girlfriend of one of them to prove she was wrong to leave him and what happens next is surely what the youth can associate with. Harsha Narra, Tarun Ponugoti, Supraj Ranga, Sandeep Saroj, Sonu Thakur, Nuveksha, Megha Lekha, and Khushboo Chaudhary leads the cast.

8. Parari (Tamil)

This Ezhil Periyavedi directorial unfolds in rural Tamil Nadu where two neighbouring villages struggle with a prolonged dispute over a small hill of symbolic significance. Caste disparities and economic challenges intensify the feud manipulated by the cunning local factory owner seeking personal gain.

9. Jolly O Gymkhana (Tamil)

This Prabhu Deva movie revolves around a family from Tenkasi who discover a dead body and embark on a journey that leads them to Kodaikanal. Directed by Sakthi Chidambaram, the comedy also stars Yogi Babu, Madonna Sebastian, and Abhirami, and is said to be based on real-life incidents.

10. Maryade Prashne (Kannada)

This narrative is a slice-of-life tale about the struggles of lower-middle-class people in a city like Bengaluru. Maryade Prashne explores the power of friendship and the lengths one would go to seek justice for a loved one. It stars Rakesh Adiga, Sunil Raoh, Poornachandra Mysore, Teju Belawadi, and Shine Shetty in the lead.

11. Tenant (Kannada)

An official synopsis of this Dharma Keerthiraj starrer reads, “Set in the pandemic, a tale of love, friendship, and betrayal takes unexpected turns. As hidden truths come to light, a dangerous fight for survival begins. This intense crime story delves into how far trust can stretch during uncertain times.”

12. Raanti (Marathi)

This actioner led by pan-India star Sharad Kelkar is directed by Samit Kakkad and is a tale of a prey that refuses to be hunted, transforming into a brutal force to protect its own. The actioner endorsed by many Bollywood stars is intense, action-packed and promises to reintroduce Kelkar as Marathi cinema’s ‘angry young man’.

13. Gulaabi (Marathi)

An official synopsis of Abhyangh Kuvalekar's directorial reads, “Set in the vibrant city of Jaipur, the film follows three women at different stages of life as they navigate themes of friendship and self-love.” It also stars Shruti Marathe, Mrinal Kulkarni, Ashvini Bhave, Shailesh Datar, and Suhas Joshi among others.

14. Dharmarakshak Mahaveer Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Part 1 (Marathi)

The movie follows the journey of fearless Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Shivaji Maharaj and the tension with Aurangzeb that instilled fear in the Mughal Empire. The thriller will chronicle pivotal moments in Maratha history including the Battle of Janjira against Siddhi Khairiyat and the Siege of Burhanpur, the financial stronghold of the Mughal Sultanate.

15. Lattha Sadan (Gujarati)

This is a storyline about a boys' hostel and its legacy over its name. The movie explores the journey of three boys who come from a completely different atmosphere from each other and they have a single goal to be the best student. And how their paths cross each other and who will be the best student of the year for the hostel and will be shown on the wall of fame? Find out in theatres this Friday.

16. The Great Gujarati Matrimony (Gujarati)

This Preet directorial is a romantic drama that shows the connected lives of Iti, a hopeful actress, Raaghav, a vibrant matrimony agency owner, and Ved, a UK-based investment banker. Their journey intertwines into the complexity of relationships and personal growth set against the themes of love and cultural conflicts.

17.?Sookshmadarshini (Malayalam)

This dark-comedy thriller revolves around Priyadharshini (Nazriya Nazim) who?faces a dilemma when her new neighbour, Manuel (Basil Joseph) - labelled as "a good man with a childlike, innocent laugh" by others - seems to be hiding something in his house. Priyadharshini's natural inquisitiveness and snooping quickly led her to uncover a series of surprising revelations about him.

18. Wicked (English)

Due to her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba is misjudged and forms an unexpected yet deep bond with Glinda, a student who craves popularity relentlessly. After meeting the Wizard of Oz, their relationship reaches a turning point as they start heading in different directions in life.

19. Armor (English)

Charged with delivering a questionable package, two armoured truck drivers who are father and son must outsmart and outfight a group of robbers while stuck on a bridge. Directed by Justin Routt, this action thriller stars Sylvester Stallone, Josh Wiggins, Dash Mihok, and Jason Patric in key roles.

20. Christmas Eve in Miller's Point (English)

A family comes together on Christmas Eve for what may be their final holiday in their ancestral house. As the night progresses and emotions heighten, a teenager creeps out with her friends to conquer the wintry neighbourhood for herself. It is a comedy-drama film directed and produced by Tyler Thomas Taormina.

21. Hello Mummy (Malayalam)

Releasing a day before on November 21, Hello Mummy explores how a man named Bony encounters a spooky issue that is straight out of a nightmare — he has to live with the ghost of his better half’s (Aishwarya Lekshmi) mother. This is an arrangement that turns scary whenever a tiff arises between the couple and is a mix of emotions as it sounds.

22. Anshu (Kannada)

This one is too arriving on November 21 and marks Television star Nisha Ravikrishna’s big-screen debut. Anshu is a psychedelic thriller that explores social issues through a commercial lens and is tag-lined as - "What we believe is not true, what seems to be real is not false." Sounds spooky? It is.

Pick your favourites from these 22 films to watch on November 22 and support the Indian theatrical businesses which need footfalls and whistles like the good old days. Don’t forget to come back and review whichever one you watch @indiatimes. See you at the movies!

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