New on Amazon Prime Video this week: ‘Thalaivettian Palayam’, ‘Bad News’ and more

Thalaivettiyan Palayam Season 1 – September 20

An eight-episode comedy drama that follows the journey of a young boy from the big city as he navigates the challenges of his new and unfamiliar environment in a remote village. Thalaivettian Palayam. Directed by Naga, the series is written by Balakumaran Murugesan and produced under the banner of The Viral Fever (TVF). This family entertainer boasts an exceptionally talented cast with Abhishek Kumar, Chetan Kadambi, Devdarshini, Niyathi, Anand Samy, and Paul Raj in lead roles.

Bad News – Streaming Now

Inspired by true events, bad news Revolves around a rare case of heteropaternal superfecundation, where Saloni Bagga (Tripti Dimri) learns that she is pregnant with twins from two different fathers (played by Vicky Kaushal and Amy Virk). This strange revelation sets off a hilarious rivalry between the two men as they vie for Saloni’s affections and deal with the ensuing madness. Produced by Hiro Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apurva Mehta, Amritpal Singh Bindra, and Anand Tiwari, the film is presented by Prime Video in association with Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective. A Leo Media co-production, bad news Directed by Anand Tiwari. The film has an incredible cast featuring Vicky Kaushal, Tripti Dimri, Amy Virk along with Neha Dhupia, Shiva Chadha, Neha Sharma, Vijayalakshmi Singh and Faisal Rashid in lead roles.

A still from ‘Bad News’

The Aviator – September 19

In Academy Award-winning films aviator (2004) The early years of larger-than-life American figure Howard Hughes are captured by legendary director Martin Scorsese, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Cate Blanchett. In this acclaimed Oscar-winning biopic, billionaire and aviation tycoon Howard Hughes (Leonardo DiCaprio) is a successful public figure: director of big-budget Hollywood films such as “Hell’s Angels”, passionate lover of Hollywood leading lady Katharine Hepburn (Cate Blanch). ) and Ava Gardner (Kate Beckinsale), and an aviation pioneer who helps TWA build a major airline. But privately, Hughes suffers from pain, paralyzing phobias and depression. The higher he rises the more he must fall.

Prisoner – 19 September

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the 86th Academy Awards, and selected by the National Board of Review as one of the ten best films of 2013, the prisoners Follows the kidnapping of two young women in Pennsylvania and the subsequent search for the perpetrator by the police. After the police arrest and release a young suspect, a father of one daughter takes matters into his own hands. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the psychological thriller was written by Aaron Guzikowski and stars Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal and Viola Davis.

The Reader – 19 September

the reader Follows Michael Berg who saw a train pass in Berlin in 1995. A return to tram journeys from 1958. Michael, then 15, felt ill, getting off the tram to walk in the rain. Tram conductor Hanna Schmitz, 36, cleaned him up and helped him home. As Michael contracts scarlet fever, he falls in love with Hannah Schmitz. After an argument, Hanna leaves and Michael is devastated. Directed by Stephen Daldry, the steamy romantic film stars Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes and Bruno Ganz.

Scream 4 – September 19

The fourth installment of the popular franchise, directed by Wes Craven and written by Kevin Williamson, Scream 4It’s been years since the Ghostface Killer cut a deadly trail through the town of Woodsboro To overcome the trauma of that horrific event, Sydney Prescott (Neve Campbell) writes a self-help book. He returns to Woodsboro for his book tour and reconnects with old friends Gal Weathers (Courteney Cox) and Sheriff Dewey (David Arquette). However, Sydney’s arrival also sparks Ghostface’s return, putting Sydney and everyone she loves in danger.

Red – September 19

The American action comedy film, inspired by the DC Comics Limited series of the same name, follows Frank Moses, a former CIA black ops agent who lives a quiet life. One day, an assassination squad attacks Frank at his home, but he kills the entire squad single-handedly. Frank travels to Missouri to rescue his love, Sarah, kidnapping her when she refuses to come with him. Meanwhile, a young CIA agent is assigned by his supervisor, Cynthia Wilkes, to kill Frank. The film was directed by Robert Schwentke and written by John Hober, Erich Hober and Warren Ellis. It features an ensemble cast of Bruce Willis, Helen Mirren, Morgan Freeman and Karl Urban.

Red 2 – September 19

American action comedy film and sequel to the 2010 film the red. The film follows former CIA operative Frank Moses, three years after the events of the previous film, as he tries to lead a normal life with girlfriend Sarah Ross. Government agents interrogate Frank at the FBI Yankee White facility. Corrupt agent Jack Horton and a group of private military contractors attack the facility; He threatens to torture Sarah until Frank gives him the information he needs. The film was directed by Dean Parisot and written by John Hober, Erich Hober and Warren Ellis. The film features an ensemble cast of Bruce Willis, Helen Mirren, John Malkovich, Mary-Louise Parker, Anthony Hopkins and Lee Byung-hun.

Step Up – September 19

step up (2006), directed by Ann Fletcher, is a dance drama that follows Tyler Gage (Channing Tatum), a rebellious street dancer, and Nora Clark (Jenna Dewan), a disciplined ballet dancer. After Tyler gets into trouble with the law, he is sentenced to community service at a performing arts school, where he meets Nora. Despite their different worlds, the two team up to prepare for Nora’s big showcase, combining street and classical dance styles. As they work together, they develop a deep connection, learning about faith, ambition and the transformative power of dance.

Step Up 2: The Streets – September 19

Step 2: Road (2008) is the second film step up Franchise, directed by John M. Chu. The story centers on Andy West (Brianna Evigan), a rebellious street dancer who struggles to fit in at the prestigious Maryland School of the Arts. There, she meets Chase Collins (Robert Hoffman), a talented student who shares her passion for dance. Together, they form a group of misfit dancers to compete in an underground street dance battle, “The Streets”. The film explores themes of self-expression, breaking boundaries and finding family through dance, blending street and contemporary style into high-energy performances.

Step Up Revolution – September 19

Step Up Revolution (2012), directed by Scott Spear, fourth installment step up Set in Miami, the film follows Emily (Katherine McCormick), an aspiring dancer who falls for Sean (Ryan Guzman), the leader of a dance troupe known for their elaborate flash mobs. As Emily and Sean’s romance grows, they team up with the crew to use the dance as a protest against a wealthy developer’s plans to destroy their neighborhood. With high energy choreography coordination