Upcoming Movies & OTT Releases this week: The Freelancer to Kushi & more

New Delhi: This week, there are many exciting shows and movies releasing for both streaming and theater lovers. Get ready to have a great time as you grab some popcorn, find a comfy seat, and enjoy a fantastic lineup of captivating stories on the screen. Let yourself be immersed in a world of wonderful tales and let your senses be delighted by the magic unfolding before your eyes. It’s the perfect opportunity to embrace your love for movies and have a fantastic week full of entertainment!

1. The Freelancer

“The Freelancer” is a TV series adapted from Shirish Thorat’s book, “A Ticket to Syria,” published in 2017. The story follows Avinash Kamath, a former police officer who becomes a mercenary. He takes on a risky mission to rescue a young bride named Aliya, who is stuck in war-torn Syria amidst the rise of ISIS terrorism. The cast includes Mohit Raina, Anupam Kher, and Kashmira Pardeshi. The series is created and written by Neeraj Pandey, known for his work on espionage thrillers like “Special OPS” and “Special Ops 1.5: The Himmat Story.” You can stream it on Disney+ Hotstar starting from September 1st.

2. Scam 2003: The Telgi Story

A new TV show called “Scam 2003: The Telgi Story” is coming out on September 2nd. It’s like a follow-up to the popular show “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”. This new show is about a guy named Abdul Karim Telgi who made fake stamp papers and sold them to banks, insurance companies, and other big businesses. He and his friends got caught and went to jail for a long time. The show is based on a book called “Telgi: Ek Reporter ki Diary”. You can watch it on Sony LIV.

3. Friday Night Plan

In this coming-of-age comedy-drama, two brothers hatch a plan to attend a late-night party while their mom is away on business. As high schoolers, they embark on an eventful night that becomes transformative in unexpected ways. Dealing with encounters with the police and navigating the complexities of their relationship, they strive to return home before their mom’s return. Starring Babil Khan, Amrith Jayan, and Juhi Chawla, the film premieres on Netflix on September 1st, promising an entertaining and meaningful cinematic experience.

5. Khusi

The movie Kushi stars Samantha and Vijay Deverakonda in the main roles. It tells the story of a couple who, despite being told that their marriage will not work out, decide to take a different approach and become ideal companions for each other. Will their efforts be successful, or will they eventually realize that their parents’ concerns were valid? Catch this movie in your nearest theatres from 1st September.

5. Goldfish

The movie Goldfish is directed by Pushan Kripalani and features Deepti Naval and Kalki Koechlin. It is presented by Anurag Kashyap. The story revolves around a mother and daughter who are dealing with problems related to memory and identity. You can watch it in theatres on 1st September.