Everything We’re Watching This Week: Dunki, Gyeongseong Creature, Salaar and more

Mission Start Ab is built on the belief that every entrepreneur deserves a spotlight. The show brings together ten promising early-stage startups from across India, each fueled by unique ideas and an unyielding drive for success. However, the road to success is seldom without challenges. Enter Manish, alongside fellow judges and mentors Kunal Bahl and Anisha Singh, to guide and support these ambitious ventures. 

Percy Jackson and the Olympians is an upcoming American fantasy TV series developed by Rick Riordan and Jonathan E. Steinberg. Adapted from Riordan’s book series of the same name, the show features Walker Scobell as the lead, Percy Jackson, with Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri also in prominent roles. The storyline revolves around 12-year-old demigod Percy Jackson, who finds himself accused by the Greek god Zeus of stealing his thunderbolt. 

BTS Monuments: Beyond the Stars is a documentary series that traces the decade-long journey of BTS, showcasing their transformation into 21st-century pop icons. The series explores the challenges confronted by RM, Jin, SUGA, J-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook throughout their training, their remarkable rise to global stardom, and their unique experiences amid the pandemic. 

Like Flowers in Sand narrates the tale of Kim Baek Doo (Jang Dong-yoon), born into a family of wrestlers, who contemplates retirement. The course of his life takes an unexpected turn when he reconnects with childhood friend Oh Yoo Kyung (Lee Joo-myung). This reunion sparks unforeseen changes and prompts a profound re-evaluation of his life choices.

Directed by Zack Snyder, Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire unfolds from a screenplay co-written by Snyder with Kurt Johnstad and Shay Hatten, based on Snyder’s original concept. Boasting an ensemble cast, the film includes Sofia Boutella, Charlie Hunnam, Michiel Huisman, Djimon Hounsou, Doona Bae, Ray Fisher, Cleopatra Coleman, Jena Malone, Fra Fee, Ed Skrein, and Anthony Hopkins. The storyline revolves around the looming threat of the Imperium military from the ruling Motherworld on the moon Veldt. Kora, a former Imperium soldier, embarks on a mission to assemble warriors from various corners of the galaxy. Their objective is to stand against the Imperium military and defend the colony on the moon before it faces the impending threat. 

The fourth season of the streaming comedy-drama series Flames is set to continue the narrative from the third season. Tanya Maniktala, Ritvik Sahore, Sunakshi Grover, Shivam Kakar, and Deepesh Sumitra Jagdish will reprise their roles in this coming-of-age comedy-drama. The series follows Rajat, Ishita, Pandu, and Anusha in their final year of school, navigating the challenges of balancing education, relationships, and familial expectations.

Dunki is an upcoming comedy-drama film that explores the concept of “donkey flights,” an illegal immigration entry technique. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the film features Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal (in a special appearance), and Boman Irani in key roles.

Set in 1945 during Japanese rule in colonial South Korea, Gyeongseong Creature Part 1 unfolds the narrative of Jang Tae-sang (Park So-joon), a wealthy and knowledgeable individual, and Yoon Chae-ok (Han So-hee), a specialist in finding missing persons. As Yoon Chae-ok seeks her mother, their paths converge, unveiling a sinister discovery within the foreboding walls of a hospital—an eerie creature that unravels a dark mystery.

Featuring Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor, Dry Day revolves around Gannu, the notorious slacker of Jagodhar. When his wife decides to terminate their baby because of his alcoholism, Gannu embarks on a protest to ban alcohol in his town. Amidst advocating for change, he grapples with his own struggles with drinking, creating a compelling narrative of personal redemption and societal transformation.

The second season of What If…? explores alternate timelines in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), depicting how major moments could unfold differently. Based on the Marvel Comics series, the animated anthology is produced by Marvel Studios Animation, with A. C. Bradley as the head writer and Bryan Andrews as the primary director.

Based on the serial murders in Koodathai village, Kerala, the film tells the tale of Jolly Joseph, accused of orchestrating cyanide poisonings that claimed the lives of six family members, including a two-year-old child, spanning over a decade. The documentary, utilising firsthand testimonials, seeks to unveil the stark contrast between Jolly Joseph’s public image and the sinister truth concealed beneath.

Directed by Prashanth Neel, renowned for his work in two-part film series: K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018), and K.G.F: Chapter 2 (2022, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire promises an adrenaline-fueled narrative where a gang leader is determined to uphold a promise to his dying friend. As he confronts rival criminal gangs, the film delves into the gritty underworld and explores themes of loyalty, vengeance, and honour. The stellar cast includes Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in commanding lead roles, alongside the talented ensemble featuring Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Bobby Simha, Tinnu Anand, Easwari Rao, Sriya Reddy, and Ramachandra Raju.

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

A sequel to the 2018 film Aquaman, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, is a superhero film directed by James Wan. Jason Momoa reprises his role as Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman, alongside Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Nicole Kidman. Set several years after the first film, Aquaman must safeguard Atlantis and his loved ones from impending devastation caused by the release of an ancient power. Black Manta, in possession of the cursed Black Trident, becomes a formidable adversary. To avert the crisis, Aquaman seeks an unlikely ally in his half-brother, Orm.