Weekend Watch list: Top movies and shows to watch in UAE cinemas and OTT: Dhadak to BTS fan documentary

Ready for your weekend watchlist? Here’s an explosive mix of new releases in UAE cinemas and movies on OTT platforms you shouldn’t miss. From the mad caper The Naked Gun to the stirring romance My Oxford Year on Netflix, the list is lush.

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when the world’s most brooding action hero swaps his “Taken” scowl for a skirt and a pair of striking underwear, The Naked Gun reboot is your answer. Liam Neeson—yes, the same man who made you afraid of phone calls—dives headfirst into slapstick, playing it straight while the world around him goes completely bananas. This irreverent revival of the cult classic lets Neeson lampoon his own action-star gravitas, with deadpan delivery so stiff it becomes comedy gold. There are absurd plot twists, and the kind of jokes that would make Leslie Nielsen proud. And just when you think you can’t see Neeson in another light, he proves that self-parody can be a superpower. If you crave old-school silliness with a modern wink, this film, also starring Baywatch icon Pamela Anderson, is a fizzy reminder that even the toughest of us can be ridiculous. Perfect popcorn escape.

Murder on a yacht has never looked this stylish—or this ridiculous. Forget smooth sailing—this is pure, unfiltered Bollywood turbulence on the high seas. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, this outrageous caper brings together a powerhouse cast: Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and Fardeen Khan. Expect deck-side drama atop a luxury cruise, ridiculous twists, and enough double-crosses to make your head spin.

This fan documentary is a globe-spanning celebration of the fandom that redefined pop culture. From Seoul’s dance studios to a BTS convention in Texas, this vibrant chronicling of BTS’ lives shows how seven Korean superstars built a worldwide community that’s as passionate as it is powerful. Forget the stereotype of screaming teenagers—this film reveals ARMY as multigenerational, multilingual, and fiercely organised, with fans who’ve been strategising chart takeovers since 2013. You’ll meet choreographers who only teach BTS moves, fans who treat concert tickets like pilgrimages, and a movement that feels like a joyful, global family. More than just a fan documentary, it’s a heartfelt look at resilience, connection, and the way music can erase borders. Come for the choreography and hit songs, stay for the goosebumps. FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG is a powerful tribute to how fandom can become a force for unity.

Telugu hunk Vijay Devarakonda is back, baby—and he’s bringing the heat. The man who turned brooding intensity into a thirst trap is returning in full, fiery form, and this time it’s not just personal—it’s period, action-packed, and dripping with swagger. Think war, reincarnation, and espionage smashed together with the kind of unapologetic drama only South cinema can deliver. Expect opulent sets, shadowy double-crosses, and a hero who might just be living two lives at once. Backing him up in this visual spectacle are Bhagyashri Bhorse and Satyadev Kancharana, adding gravitas, grit, and a dash of glamour to a story that promises to be as emotionally epic as it is stylish. With its heady mix of battlefield grandeur and spy-thriller suspense, this glossy Telugu-language biggie doesn’t just walk into the box office—it plans to stomp all over it. And with Vijay at the helm? Expect fireworks, slow-motion stares, and a whole lot of swagger come, this Friday.

Pack your bags for Oxford and a little trouble for your heart. Anna trades the hustle of New York for the hallowed halls of Oxford University in a bid to chase her academic dreams—but love, as it always does, has other plans. Enter Professor Jamie Davenport: impossibly charming, wickedly brilliant, and the kind of Brit who can make Shakespeare sound like a love song. Directed by Iain Morris, this transatlantic romance stars Sofia Carson as the ambitious Anna and Corey Mylchreest as her swoon-worthy mentor, alongside Dougray Scott, Catherine McCormack, and Harry Trevaldwyn. Expect cobblestone paths, stolen glances, and all the dreamy academia vibes you can handle. This isn’t just a campus romance—it’s a crash course in charm, chemistry, and life-altering choices.

Get ready for Dhadak 2, where young love and tradition clash in a storm of emotion and defiance. At the heart of this spiritual sequel are Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi, who ignite the screen as college sweethearts Vidhi and Nilesh—until society steps in like an unwanted chaperone. Nilesh’s lower-caste roots spark a showdown with Vidhi’s high-society family, turning romance into rebellion. Supporting the fireworks are heavyweights Zakir Hussain, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Saad Bilgrami, who bring the family politics, pressure, and power dynamics into sharp focus. Under the direction of Shazia Iqbal, this is more than a love story—it’s a stylish, emotional battle for identity and acceptance wrapped in youthful passion and messy feels. Expect sparks, tears, and a fight you won’t forget.