Exciting Movies Hitting the Cinema This Week, February 12-18, 2024

Looking for some cinematic adventures this week? Check out our week-by-week guide to every new movie premiering in UAE theaters. Find out about their release date, plot, movie ratings, and more!

Madame Web

"Meanwhile, in another universe…” In a switch from the typical genre, Madame Web tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel publishing's most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who may have clairvoyant abilities. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women destined for powerful futures...if they can all survive a deadly present.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, Celeste O’Connor, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps, Emma Roberts, Adam Scott

Language: English

Hwjn

Hwjn and his family are Jinn forced to live unseen in the human dimension. Their lives are turned upside-down when a human buys their home. Forbidden by ancient laws to interact, Hwjn is fascinated and unwittingly falls in love. He discovers the truth about his heritage when he does the unthinkable and connects with a human.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Baraa Alem, Nour Alkhadar, Naif Al Daferi, Alanoud Saud, Mohsen Mansour

Language: Arabic

Dayarani

DayaRani is a heartfelt Nepali family drama that revolves around the poignant journey of a couple grappling with the challenges of infertility. Despite societal expectations and complex family dynamics, the film beautifully portrays the unwavering love and support between the husband and wife as they navigate the emotional and oftentimes hilarious rollercoaster of trying to conceive. "DayaRani" is a touching narrative that delves into the resilience of love in the face of societal pressures, offering a compelling exploration of the couple's unconditional bond.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Bijay Baral, Dayahang Rai, Deeya Pun, Pushkar Gurung

Language: Nepali

Bramayugam

‘Bramayugam’ - a rooted story set in the dark ages of Kerala, is a feature film starring Mammootty in the lead.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Mammootty, Arjun Ashokan, Sidharth Bharathan, Amalda

Language: Malayalam

Waqt Idafi

Three men in the last decades of their lives, living in a luxurious rehabilitation clinic, are seized by the spirit of passion one night, driven by their hidden goals of attaining wealth and attempting to rectify the past. They decide to escape with the help of the clinic's director and embark on a nocturnal adventure that reveals secrets from their past, exposing their true characters. The truth leads them into adventures, pursuits, and crimes that turn their present into a living nightmare.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Bassem Samra, Khalid Al Sawi, Amr Abduljaleel, Nsreen Ameen, Emad Rashad

Language: Arabic

Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin Ko

Jas (Julia Barretto) wants to be part of the renowned chorale, Madrigals, but after meeting Michael (Aga Muhlach), the new conductor/ arranger for their own local choir, Jas finds herself singing a different tune, one that could either give her the happiness she longs for or the unforgettable pain of a heartbreak.

Release Date: 15 February 2024

Starring: Aga Muhlach, Julia Barretto

Language: Tagalog

Marivillin Gopurangal

Marivillin Gopurangal is an urban drama infused with situational humor, following the lives of Shinto and Sherin, a modern married couple striving to realize their dreams. The arrival of Shinto's brother Rony and his girlfriend Meenakshi brings a transformative journey, exploring family dynamics, expectations, and acceptance. The film weaves rich moments, from falling in love with life to overcoming fears, fostering healing, and celebrating growth. Ultimately, it's a tale of togetherness and the positive evolution of each character.

Release Date: 16 February 2024

Starring: Indrajith Sukumaran, Shruti Ramachandran, Sarjano Khalid

Language: Malayalam

Thundu

Constable Baby planning for a promotion in his service finds himself unintentionally falling into a cascade of problems. How he tackles those challenges is narrated through a roller coaster of emotions.

Release Date: 16 February 2024

Language: Malayalam

Ooru Peru Bhairavakona

A man goes in search of some urgently required answers to the world of Bhairavakona, from which there's seemingly no way out.

Release Date: 16 February 2024

Starring: Varsha Bollamma, Vennela Kishore, Kavya Thapar, Sandeep Kishan

Language: Telugu

Siren

An ambulance driver turned criminal, who awaits the day of his release from prison. However, the man gets to go out of jail after 14 years on parole.

Release Date: 16 February 2024

Starring: Samuthirakani, Jayam Ravi, Yogi Babu, Keerthy Suresh

Language: Tamil

Jee Ve Sohneya Jee

Je Ve Sohneya Ji intricately weaves a cross-border love story between Ali, a UK delivery agent pursuing his travel dream, and Meher, a student aiming for solo travel in her Magic Bus. Fate unites them until cross-border lies create consequences for Ali. Destiny weaves their story until a web of cross-border lies complicates their journey, leading to consequences that Ali must bear. As the narrative rights itself, unforeseen twists reshape their lives, unfolding a heartfelt tale of love and resilience amidst life's unexpected turns.

Release Date: 16 February 2024

Starring: Simi Chahal, Imran Abbas, Lee Nicholas Harris

Language: Punjabi