All the upcoming South East Asian and World Cinema films at Cineworld

Cineworld’s cinematic offering goes well beyond blockbusters and live events, with World Cinema bringing a broad mix of stories and styles to the big screen. From character-led drama to romance, crime and darker, more reflective storytelling, there’s a range of genres that offer something a little different from the mainstream.

Across this latest line-up, you’ll find tense thrillers, coming-of-age relationships, and grounded stories about ambition and identity, alongside more unsettling, thought-provoking narratives. Whether you’re in the mood for something emotional, suspenseful or quietly powerful, these films cover a wide spectrum of tone and subject, while still feeling rooted in real-life experiences and cultural context.

 

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (Malayalam) (20th August)

A romantic comedy that’s humorous and heartfelt; get ready for 2 hours 33 minutes of a story of love, nostalgia and family bonds.

 

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Irumudi (Telugu) (20th August)

Tuck into this feast of a family drama, filled with relatable characters and a gripping story that sees emotions run high. It’s a universal tale that crosses language barriers.

 

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Toxic (Kannada, Tamil, Hindi & Telugu) (26th August)

An Indian gangster film, or fairy tale for grown-ups, from director Geeta Mohandas and starring Yash, one of the highest-paid actors in Kannada cinema. Set in Goa, this sprawling epic has elements of gothic horror, graphic violence and mafia drama. It can also lay claim to being one of the most expensive Indian films ever made.

 

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Hi! (Tamil) (28th August)

Unlucky in love and recently moved to a new neighbourhood, this Tamil romance follows a man and a woman who exchange a simple ‘hi’, setting in motion a chain of events. This slow-burn story is directed by Vishnu Edavan and stars Kavin and Nayanthara.

 

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Once More (Tamil) (28th August)

A love story involving two very different families provides plenty of scope for tension, and when you add friends from opposite sides of the tracks and conflicting emotions, you’re in for an entertaining drama.

 

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Tom & Cherry (Gujarati) (28th August)

A comedy-drama directed by Dharmesh Mehta and starring Siddharth Randeria and Dhanya Doshi, this heartwarming film is full of unexpected twists, centred on the disappearance of one man, Tom, and the mysterious appearance of another, Cherry.

 

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Make Zhonghe Great Again (Mandarin) (28th August)

A comedy film from China and a sequel to the 2023 workplace comedy Johnny Keep Walking!. A blend of dark humour and fantasy, the story follows two very different employees at a large corporation who join forces to try and beat the system.

 

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Panjaa (Telugu) (1st September)

This re-release was driven by fan demand. A cult film, it stars Pawan Kalyan, with the re-release set to coincide with his birthday. Watch the stylish action piece in a new, upgraded format.

 

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