5 most-hyped Tollywood action thrillers we are waiting for

The pulse-pounding lineup of action thrillers poised to grace our screens seems to be packed with loads of twists and turns. These films promise to whisk audiences away on adrenaline-fueled journeys, rife with high-octane chases, convoluted plots, and jaw-dropping stunts. No genre captures the essence of escapist entertainment quite like an action thriller, where the stakes are as monumental as the explosions and the heroes defy odds with charisma to spare. From star-studded casts to visionary directors and innovative storytelling, the most anticipated action thrillers are gearing up to deliver exhilarating experiences that will leave us on the edge of our seats, questioning reality while savoring every twist and turn.

Directed by Arun Roy, ‘Bagha Jatin’ is scheduled for a dual Bengali and Hindi release on October 20, 2023. The much-anticipated pre-teaser of 'Bagha Jatin' came out just in time for the Independence Day celebrations, and the reception was electrifying. Dev’s new look as Biplobi Jatindranath Mukhopadhyay, aka Bagha Jatin, has left everyone talking. As a transformative depiction of the eminent Bengali freedom fighter, the teaser has evoked immense interest and enthusiasm. Dev's palpable excitement as both an actor and a producer is evident, “Bagha Jatin is a national hero. After watching the film, we thought this was the perfect product for us to go national," shared Dev whose latest release ‘Byomkesh O Durgo Rohosyo’ has been well-accepted by the audience. He continued, highlighting the valor and significance of Bagha Jatin, "Born Jatindranath Mukhopadhyay, he was named Bagha Jatin after he bravely killed a tiger with just his bare hands. His influential role in the Indian freedom movement cannot be overlooked. Through this film, we aim to evoke strong patriotic sentiments.”

Directed by the duo Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee, this thriller takes inspiration from the 2014 Burdwan blast that deeply affected Bengal and the nation. The narrative revolves around a significant figure's return to his homeland, and an unexpected explosion in a firecracker unit that reveals a looming threat to his life. Victor Banerjee, honored with the Padma Bhushan, stars as the lead and is supported by an ensemble cast including Abir Chatterjee, Mimi Chakraborty, Anasua Majumdar, Kanchan Mallick, Ambarish Bhattacharya, Satyam Bhattacharya, Debasish Mondal, Devlina Kumar, and many more. , 'Raktabeej' is set against the vibrant backdrop of Durga Puja and is scheduled for release on October 19, in four languages: Bengali, Hindi, Odia, and Assamese.

The stage is set for 'Dawshom Awbotaar’! The moment Srijit Mukherji unveiled the logo of his much-anticipated cop drama at the heritage Basubati in North Kolkata it upped the excitement bar. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Tollywood superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee, renowned actors Jisshu U Sengupta, Anirban Bhattacharya, and Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan in lead roles. 'Dawshom Awbotaar' will be a double prequel to Srijit's previous films, 'Baishe Srabon' and 'Vinci Da.' The story will bring together the two popular characters Prabir Roychowdhury (played by Prosenjit Chatterjee in 'Baishe Srabon') and Bijoy Poddar (portrayed by Anirban Bhattacharya in 'Vinci Da') in a cop universe. Srijit has already expressed his excitement about presenting 'Dawshom Awbotaar' as a major Pujo release, promising an unforgettable journey for the audience, immersing them in the essence of the film.

Koel Mallick will return to big screens after a break for two years with filmmaker Arindam Sil's upcoming Bengali film 'Jongole Mitin Mashi'. 'Jongole Mitin Mashi' is the second film of the 'Mitin Mashi' franchise. The first installment was also directed by Sil with Koel in the lead cast. In addition to the first installment, 'Jongole Mitin Mashi' will deal with wildlife conservation. Mitin is a popular woman detective created by novelist Suchitra Bhattacharya. The film will have a box office clash with a number of Indian films including three major Bengali ones, Srijit Mukherji's 'Dawshom Awbotar', Nandita Roy-Shiboprosad Mukherjee's 'Raktabeej' and Dev starrer 'Bagha Jatin', which are also planned to get theatrical releases in Puja.

After the charming and dashing SonaDa, gear up to add Deepak Chatterjee as an addition to the list of your favourite Bengali detective, because Abir Chatterjee is ready to floor us with his upcoming project. Shri Swapankumarer Badami Hyenar Kobole is the perfect blend of adventure, mystery and fun. The fictional character has been penned by Samarendranath Pandey (Swapan Kumar) and the film is being directed by Debaloy Bhattacharya. Abir, who has previously aced not just the role of SonaDa but also Byomkesh and Feluda, is slowly becoming everyone’s favourite in the detective genre. Thus, his fans are eagerly waiting for another dose of adrenaline and thrill.