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From high-voltage courtroom dramas to edge-of-the-seat thrillers and a funny animated film, there's something for everyone in this week's new releases.
These films were released between 16 and 22 February. (Photo credit: Instagram)
After a long, busy week, if you're planning on relaxing over the weekend by watching some movies, let us tell you that there are plenty to choose from. From sweet love stories, high-voltage courtroom dramas to edge-of-the-seat thrillers and a funny animated film, there's something for everyone in this week's new releases. We suggest you browse the list below and choose a movie to watch in theaters.
Asi
Taapsee Pannu is back on the big screen with another hard-hitting courtroom drama. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, Assi tells the story of a lawyer who takes up a case involving sexual harassment and fights for justice. Apart from him, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Revathi, Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub, Naseeruddin Shah, Supriya Pathak and Seema Pahwa are also in lead roles in the film.
two crazy people in the city
If you are interested in Bollywood and want to watch something that is based on light themes, then Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi's 'Do Deewane Sehar Mein' is the best option for you. Directed by Ravi Udayawar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film will be based on two socially awkward millennials in Mumbai who meet each other for the first time when their families meet about marriage.
i can only imagine 2
The film, directed by Andrew Irwin and Brent McCorkle and a sequel to I Can Only Imagine (2018), continues the real-life story of Mercyful frontman Bart Millard. The latest chapter explores her struggles with fame, faith and family as she copes with her child's illness, testing her resilience and relationships. The Christian biographical drama stars John Michael Finley as Bart Millard.
psycho Killer
Like horror or thriller? Then Gavin Polone's Psycho Killer is the movie for you. The film, which marks Gavin's directorial debut, tells the story of a police officer who is on a mission to kill a serial killer named “The Satanic Slasher” after he murders her husband. Starring Georgina Campbell, James Preston Rogers and Malcolm McDowell.
how to kill
Inspired by Robert Hammer and John Dighton's 1949 British film Kind Hearts and Coronets, How to Make a Killing stars Glen Powell as Beckett Redfellow, a working-class man. When he was young he was rejected by his rich family. As an adult, he becomes caught up in dealing with several family members who are trying to take the inheritance that should be his. Directed by John Patton Ford, the film also stars Margaret Qualley, Ed Harris, Topher Grace, Jessica Henwick and Bill Camp.
goat
If you want to watch something in the theater with children, then head to Goat. Directed by Tyree Dillihay, the film will follow a goat named Will Harris who can talk and act like humans, and who dreams of becoming the best player ever in a basketball-like game called Roarball. The voice cast includes Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nicola Coughlan, David Harbour, and Jennifer Hudson.
O mighty one
Directed by Gopi Achara, the Telugu comedy-drama is about a young man who unexpectedly inherits a strange family business. The film stars VK Naresh, Vennela Kishore and Suhas. Additionally, just four days before its release on February 20, it underwent a dramatic last-minute change. Following objections from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the name of the film was changed from Hey Bhagwan to Hey Balwant.
Alpha Men: Love and Revenge
This Kannada-language suspense thriller revolves around a young man named Arjun, a fan of his father, who dreams of seeing his son become an IPS officer. But things take a serious and violent turn when hired killers cross his path. The film, directed by Vijay Nagendra, stars Hemant Kumar MA, Gopika Suresh, Ayana and Achyuth Kumar.
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February 21, 2026, 12:28 IST