The first week of June 2025 brings a diverse array of theatrical releases, offering audiences a mix of action, comedy, drama, and suspense.
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Here’s a roundup of notable films hitting cinemas this week:
Thug Life (June 5)
Directed by Mani Ratnam and co-written with Kamal Haasan, Thug Life is a Tamil-language gangster drama featuring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, and Trisha Krishnan. The film follows gang leader Sakthivel (Haasan) who adopts Amaran (Silambarasan) during a gang war. Years later, after surviving an assassination attempt, Sakthivel suspects Amaran’s involvement, leading to a gripping tale of loyalty and revenge. The film boasts music by A.R. Rahman and is set to release worldwide in standard and IMAX formats.
Housefull 5 (June 6)
The fifth installment of the popular Housefull franchise, directed by Tarun Mansukhani, brings back the ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and others. Set aboard a luxury cruise ship, the film combines slapstick humor with a murder mystery twist. Notably, Housefull 5 features a unique approach with two alternate endings, meaning different screenings may reveal different culprits, enhancing the whodunit experience.
The Phoenician Scheme (June 6)
Wes Anderson’s latest film, The Phoenician Scheme, is an espionage black comedy featuring Benicio del Toro as wealthy industrialist Zsa-Zsa Korda. After surviving an assassination attempt, Korda appoints his estranged daughter, a nun, as his sole heir, leading to a series of events involving scheming tycoons and assassins. The film also stars Tom Hanks, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, and Riz Ahmed. It premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival and is currently available exclusively in theaters.
Ekka (June 6)
Directed by Rohit Padaki, Ekka is a Kannada-language action drama starring Yuva Rajkumar, Sampada Hulivana, and Atul Kulkarni. The story follows Muttu, who ventures into Bengaluru’s underworld in search of his deceitful friend Ramesh, leading to a journey filled with action, emotions, and a quest for justice.
Madras Matinee (June 6)
Madras Matinee, directed by Karthikeyan Mani, tells the story of an aging sci-fi writer challenged by his caretaker to write about the common man. As he begins the tale of Kannan, a TukTuk driver, he discovers the unexpected depth and drama in ordinary life. The film stars Kaali Venkat, Sathyaraj, and Roshini Haripriyan.
Police Day (June 6)
In Police Day, a senior police officer’s death is initially ruled a suicide, but doubts arise as IPS officer Lal Mohan investigates, uncovering layers of hidden truths. The film stars Tini Tom and Nandhu and promises a suspenseful narrative.
With such a varied lineup, moviegoers have a wealth of options to choose from this week, whether they’re in the mood for intense drama, hearty laughs, or thrilling mysteries.
By – Sonali