Saiyaara, Janaki V vs State Of Kerala and more: Top Hollywood and Bollywood movies to watch this weekend

From the turbulent love in 'Saiyaara' to the haunting courtroom drama of Janaki V Vs State of Kerala, this weekend’s UAE cinema lineup is anything but dull.

While Mohit Suri's Saiyaara brings the feels, Hollywood thriller I Know What You Did Last Summer brings the chills.

Prefer staying in? Stream Narivetta or Aap Jaisa Koi for thrill and romance without leaving your couch. Popcorn optional—attitude, mandatory.

Smurfs – UAE Cinemas

Blue’s the colour of courage in this animated reboot starring Rihanna as Smurfette, leading a mission to the real world after Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is kidnapped. Featuring a starry voice cast—James Corden, Nick Offerman, Daniel Levy, Sandra Oh, and Kurt Russell—this isn’t just kiddie nostalgia. It’s a high-gloss, high-stakes rescue that blends humour, heart, and fantasy. There’s a destiny to fulfil and a universe to save, with plenty of sass and slapstick along the way. If you’ve ever wanted to see Rihanna as a blue hero with attitude and emotional depth, this one’s a family-friendly joyride with grown-up appeal.

Aap Jaisa Koi –Netflix

If you're in the mood for longing glances, soulful tunes, and emotionally messy modern love, Aap Jaisa Koi delivers in spades. R. Madhavan brings his trademark intensity, while Fatima Sana Shaikh gives depth to a woman caught between ambition and aching vulnerability. Set in a fast-moving metro where everyone’s chasing something—fame, love, identity—this romantic musical drama hits all the right notes. The music doesn’t just play in the background; it drives the story. Moody, melodic, and dripping with urban angst, it’s for anyone who's ever tried to find themselves in a crowd. Streaming now on Netflix in multiple Indian languages, it’s the perfect weekend escape if you want your heartbreaks served with headphones and poetry.

Saiyaara – UAE Cinemas

Two impossibly good-looking people fall in love, cry a lot, and sing through their emotional damage—welcome to Saiyaara. Ahaan Panday broods like it's a full-time job, while Aneet Padda plays the no-nonsense girl who’s way too sharp for his slow-burn stares. Directed by Mohit Suri, this Hindi romance is soaked in angst, rain, and that one song you’ll play on repeat after a breakup. It’s dramatic, unapologetically filmy, and wears its heartbreak like designer couture. You’ll roll your eyes—and maybe wipe one too.

Narivetta – SonyLIV

Dark secrets unravel in this moody Malayalam thriller starring the ever-reliable Tovino Thomas and Tamil actor-director Cheran. Set in a deceptively sleepy village, Narivetta opens with a brutal murder and evolves into a layered whodunit exploring guilt, justice, and the murky lines between right and wrong. The storytelling is slow-burn but rewarding, with tense atmospherics and tightly-wound emotions that keep you guessing. Tovino smoulders in silence, while Cheran adds gravitas to this regional crime drama. If you enjoy brooding mysteries with a strong emotional core and a final twist you won’t see coming, this one’s worth adding to your weekend binge. Streaming now in five languages on SonyLIV—no subtitles excuse will fly.

Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala – UAE Cinemas

She refuses to be a footnote. Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala is a stirring Malayalam courtroom drama starring Anupama Parameswaran as a survivor taking on the system that failed her. Suresh Gopi is magnetic as her no-nonsense lawyer, David Abel Donovan, who believes in one thing—evidence. With powerful support from Madhav Suresh, this legal thriller is razor-sharp and emotionally resonant. When justice becomes a bureaucratic joke, Janaki steps up to challenge not just her attacker, but the apathy of the state. Taut, tense, and timely, this one’s not just a film—it’s a statement. Prepare for goosebumps and a courtroom climax that earns its mic drop.

I Know What You Did Last Summer – UAE Cinemas

Old sins cast long shadows. The cult ’90s horror returns with Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Outer Banks star Madelyn Cline. A group of friends cover up a fatal car accident—only to find themselves stalked a year later by someone who clearly didn’t forget. Sharp hooks, guilty looks, and lots of blood-soaked nostalgia await as secrets unravel and survivors of the original massacre step back into the spotlight. This isn’t just a throwback—it's a slick, deadly update that pays homage while raising the stakes. If you like your horror glossy, gory, and laced with teen trauma, this slasher revival will deliver the chills.