1. American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden
Netflix
Releases: March 10
This three-part docuseries provides an in-depth look at how the world mobilised to hunt down bin Laden, founder of the militant Islamist organisation al-Qaida, after his orchestration of the September 11 attacks on the United States. Featuring interviews with key figures in the US government who assisted in the global pursuit, American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden recounts the decade-long mission to capture one of the world’s most notorious terrorists.
2. Novocaine
Theatre
Releases: March 14
When the girl of his dreams gets kidnapped, a man turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected advantage as he fights a bunch of thugs to get her back. Directed by Dan Berk (known for Villains and Significant Other) and Robert Olsen (he has also worked with Berk in Villains, Significant Other and Body), the action comedy thriller film stars Jack Quaid (known for his roles in The Hunger Games, The Boys, Logan Lucky, Scream and Oppenheimer), Amber Midthunder (Legion, Roswell, New Mexico), Ray Nicholson, Jacob Batalon, Betty Gabriel, and Matt Walsh.
3. The Electric State
Netflix
Releases: March 14
A catastrophic war bet-ween humans and robots has left the world divided. With robots banished to a remote wasteland, an uneasy peace has been reached—but it may not last for long. Directed by the Russo brothers from a script by Chris Markus and Stephen McFeely, The Electric State follows a young woman (played by Millie Bobby Brown) who embarks on a perilous journey across the American West, accompanied by a mysterious toy robot and a roguish smuggler (Chris Pratt). Together, they will unravel a mechanical conspiracy at the centre of the American heartland.
4. The Diplomat
Theatres
Releases: March 14
Directed by Shivam Nair, The Diplomat features John Abraham in the lead role as JP Singh, a skilled diplomat navigating a high-stakes mission—repatriating an Indian girl from Pakistan, where she was presumably forced and deceived into marrying against her will. The film promises to deliver an intense political thriller, emphasising the power of negotiation and intellect over violence and war. Apart from John Abraham, the ensemble cast of The Diplomat includes Sadia Khateeb, Sharib Hashmi, Revathy, and Kumud Mishra, who play crucial roles in the film’s narrative.
5. Kesari Veer
Theatres
Releases: March 14
The historical drama pays tribute to the unsung warriors who fought bravely to defend the famous Somnath temple in the 14th century. After the temple is surrounded from three sides, Veer Hamirji Gohil, along with his warriors, holds the fort for about ten days before he is martyred. While Sooraj Pancholi plays the role of Veer Hamirji Gohil, Vivek Oberoi portrays the head soldier of the Tughlaq dynasty who comes to loot the temple and convert Hindus into Muslims. Directed by Prince Dhiman, the film also features Suniel Shetty and Akanksha Sharma in lead roles.