Movie Updates - 31st December

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  • The January 10, 2026, release of Tamil political drama 'Parasakthi', sharing dual images of its sepia-toned poster evoking 1960s protest aesthetics with signs demanding justice in Tamil script.
  • Directed by Sudha Kongara of 'Soorarai Pottru' fame, the film stars Sivakarthikeyan as a lead in a story of ideological clashes during 1965 Anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu, featuring Jayam Ravi, Atharvaa, and Sreeleela, with GV Prakash scoring his 100th film.
  • Originally announced with Suriya and slated for later, the project shifted to Sivakarthikeyan and advanced its Pongal release to compete with Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan', drawing from the historic 1952 Sivaji Ganesan classic for socio-political resonance.



  • the Tamil film RAGE (2026) features debutant lead Shan as taxi driver Anbu alongside Shirley Babithra as his mute wife Regina, set against an urban backdrop symbolizing their family's fleeting normalcy before a murder plot unfolds.
  • Directed by first-time filmmaker Sivanesan and scored by Vibin R—known for the acclaimed Maadan Kodai Vizha—the low-budget ($339,000) production by Iyakkiki explores themes of love, loss, and vengeance, drawing from real-time urban struggles in Chennai.
  • Affiliated with a distribution firm, this marks the fourth promotional reveal since October 2025, strategically timing releases to sustain buzz ahead of the early 2026 theatrical rollout.



  • the first look reveal for Demonte Colony 3, a Tamil horror sequel starring Arulnithi and Priya Bhavani Shankar, set for January 1, 2026, at 11:11 AM, building on the franchise's supernatural lore.
  • The series originated with director R. Ajay Gnanamuthu's 2015 sleeper hit, which spawned a 2022 sequel grossing over ₹50 crore worldwide despite mixed reviews on VFX, with the third film nearing completion for a mid-2026 release.
  • Activity shows widespread hype, including teaser videos and posters emphasizing the tagline "The End Is Too Far," while Sam C.S.'s scoring—known from Kaithi—fuels expectations for amplified tension in this "crazy ride."



  • the OTT premiere of the 2025 Malayalam mystery thriller Eko on Netflix, coinciding with its release date of December 31, 2025, in Malayalam and dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
  • Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan and starring Sandeep Pradeep, Eko follows an elderly woman and her caretaker unraveling secrets in Kerala's misty Kaattukunnu hills while pursuing a reclusive dog breeder, earning praise for its atmospheric visuals and tense narrative.
  • As a Pan-India cinema enthusiast, the poster's update highlights Eko's quick transition from theaters to streaming, reflecting the growing global reach of Malayalam films via platforms like Netflix, which has boosted viewership for regional content by 40% in India per 2024 Parrot Analytics data.



  • a Tamil anthology film sequel to the 2024's "Hot Spot," scheduled for January 1, 2026, at 11:30 AM, presented by actor Vishnu Vishal and directed by Vignesh Karthick.
  • The vibrant poster showcases a diverse cast including Aadhi Baaskar, Sanjana Tiwari, and MS Bhaskar, hinting at interconnected stories blending humor and social commentary, similar to the original's four-taboo-addressing shorts that earned mixed praise for entertainment value (4.2/5 average rating).
  • It reflects early promotional buzz in Tamil film circles, with modest engagement (35 likes) indicating targeted appeal amid the industry's post-2024 recovery trends.



  • the first-look character poster for Nayanthara as Ganga in "Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups," Yash's anticipated pan-India gangster drama, timed for New Year's Eve to build hype ahead of its March 19, 2026 release.
  • The poster portrays Nayanthara in a sleek black gown and thigh-high boots, wielding a gun flanked by suited guards in an opulent, art-deco hallway, evoking a noir aesthetic that underscores the film's blend of fairy tale whimsy and adult thriller elements.
  • Outlets like 123telugu and Taran Adarsh, spotlighting the star-studded cast including Kiara Advani and director Geetu Mohandas' shift from intimate dramas like "Moothon" to large-scale action.



  • "Ram in Leela" is an upcoming Tamil romantic comedy starring Rio Raj—dropping his surname for the role—alongside debutante Vartika, with supporting cast including Chetan and Malavika; announced in early December 2025 as Trident Arts' 20th production.
  • Directed by debutant Ramachandran Kannan and featuring music by Ankit Menon (known for "Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey"), the film's first schedule wrapped on December 31, 2025, coinciding with New Year's, as highlighted in the post's vibrant poster showing Rio in a stylish suit atop a car.
  • Behind-the-scenes glimpses shared alongside the poster reveal a lively set with pranks and hustle, building excitement for this breezy love story under the tagline "#TheMadnessBegins," distributed by Think Music.


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