Must-watch Bollywood releases of August 2024

Bollywood movies endure due to the irresistible filmmaking and the exciting star-studded casts. Talented characterizations enriched with brilliant acting performances keep viewers eager to watch new films on the screen. Production houses tirelessly aim to introduce their finest contributions. Like every month, August brings new releases in diverse genres ranging from comedy to thriller. Let’s explore the theatrical releases of Bollywood films scheduled for August 2024.

8 Most-hyped Bollywood Movies Premiering This August

Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha | Romantic Thriller | August 2, 2024

Starring Tabu and Ajay Devgn in their tenth film together, this movie‍‍`s release date has been postponed from 5th July to August. Directed and written by Neeraj Pandey, the movie also stars Shantanu Maheshwari, Jimmy Sheirgill, and Saiee Manjrekar in pivotal roles.

This cinematic venture is produced by Shital Bhatia, Sangeeta Ahir, Narendra Hirawat, and Kumar Mangat Pathak.

Spanning from 2000 to 2023, the thriller movie intricately portrays a couple‍‍`s evolving love story, capturing the emotional depths and shifting dynamics over two decades. Krishna, entangled in multiple murders, receives a life sentence, leading to Vasudha‍‍`s separation and subsequent marriage to Abhijeet. After 22 years, Krishna is pardoned and released, yearning for a final reunion with Vasudha, culminating in a poignant last meeting.

The score and soundtrack album of ‘Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha’ were composed by Oscar-winning music director M. M. Keeravani.

The Sabarmati Report | Thriller Drama | August 2, 2024

Inspired by true incidents, the thriller film boasts Ranjan Chandel as the director and Ekta Kapoor, Shobha Kapoor, and Amul V Mohan producing it. The screenplay, based on a story by Aseem Arora, is a collaborative effort by Arjun Bhandegaonkar and Avinash Singh Tomar.

The movie vividly depicts the tragic events of the morning of February 27, 2002, on the Sabarmati Express close to Godhra railway station in Gujarat.

‍‍`The Sabarmati Report‍‍` features compelling performances by Vikrant Massey, Riddhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna.

Ulajh | Spy Thriller | August 2, 2024

Starring Janhvi Kapoor as a young IFS officer, the spy movie delves into the enduring legacy of her family. She becomes ensnared in a perilous personal conspiracy while stationed in a pivotal, distant post far from home.

‘Ulajh’ is directed by Sudhanshu Saria, who also contributed to the screenplay with Parveez Shaikh.

Spearheaded by Vineet Jain under Junglee Pictures as producer, the movie also stars Roshan Mathew, Gulshan Devaiah, Adil Hussain, and Rajesh Tailang in supporting roles.

Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba | Romantic Thriller | August 09, 2024

Under the joint production of Colour Yellow Productions and T-Series Films, Jayprad Desai’s directing elevates the movie. It stars Taapsee Pannu, Sunny Kaushal, and Vikrant Massey in key roles, supported by Jimmy Shergill and Aditya Srivastava.

Penned by Kanika Dhillon, the film‍‍`s plot centers on Rani, a paying guest, and Rishu, living under the alias Ravi Varma. The city grapples with a broken barrage, severe floods, and the unexpected presence of crocodiles in the Yamuna River. Amidst this chaos, Rishu and Rani strive to remain unnoticed and plan their escape to a hopeful future.

Khel Khel Mein | Comedy Drama | August 15, 2024

Featuring Akshay Kumar and Taapsee Pannu in lead roles, the comedy movie boasts Mudassar Aziz as the director and writer. The star-studded cast also includes Ammy Virk, Vaani Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Aditya Seal, and Pragya Jaiswal.

‘Khel Khel Mein’ serves as the official remake of ‘Perfect Strangers’(2016), an Italian comedy thriller. The plot centers on a dinner gathering among friends that leads to the unexpected unveiling of hidden secrets.

The powerhouse production team behind the movie includes Krishan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, Vipul D Shah, Ajay Rai, Ashwin Varde, Shashikant Sinha, and Rajesh Bahl.

Vedaa | Action Drama | August 15, 2024

Inspired by true events, the action film flourishes with Nikkhil Advani as the director, and Aseem Arora writing it.

With Sharvari playing the titular character, ‘Vedaa’ portrays the courage of an individual standing against a tyrannical regime. It chronicles a young woman‍‍`s quest for justice, supported by a man who stands by her side as an ally.

Produced by Emmay Entertainment, JA Entertainment, and Zee Studios, the film features John Abraham in a key role, who was also on the production team. The supporting roles are played by Tamannaah Bhatia, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, and Ashish Vidyarthi.

Stree 2 | Comedy Horror | August 15, 2024

Directed by Amar Kaushik and written by Niren Bhatt, this movie serves as a sequel to Stree (2018), and the fifth movie in the Maddock Supernatural Universe.

The horror film narrates the tale of a mysterious witch who abducts solitary men at night, leaving behind only their abandoned clothes by day.

Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurana, Pankaj Tripathi, and Abhishek Banerjee all are reprising their roles from the previous film. ‘Stree 2’ has a special appearance of Varun Dhawan, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Akshay Kumar.

The credit for producing the horror comedy goes to Dinesh Vijan and Jyoti Deshpande under the banner of Maddock Films and Jio Studios.

A Wedding Story | Spiritual Horror | August 30, 2024

Under the direction of Abhinav Pareek, the horror movie stars Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Mukti Mohan, Akshay Anand, Monica Chaudhary, Rajoshi Vidyarthi, and Krishnakant Singh Bundela.

‘A Wedding Story’ highlights the creative writing of Shubho Shekhar Bhattacharjee who also produced it with Vinay Reddy. While the storyline remains under wraps, the theme will soon be unveiled alongside an intriguing trailer launch.

In a Nutshell

This August 2024 Bollywood movie lineup promises an outstanding blend of thrillers seamlessly intertwined with the most beloved genres.

‘Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha’, ‘The Sabarmati Report’, ‘Ulajh’, and ‘Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba’ offer a pulse-pounding journey through the labyrinth of human emotions. ‘Stree 2’ and ‘A Wedding Story’ plunge into the realm of horror, promising chilling tales. ‘Khel Khel Mein’ is poised to deliver a burst of laughter and light-hearted fun, while ‘Vedaa’ packs a punch with its adrenaline-pumping sequences.

In essence, these Indian films are set to offer suspense enthusiasts an unforgettable experience, leaving a lasting impression long after the credits roll.