In 2023, movie enthusiasts eagerly await the release of highly anticipated movies, sparking debates about potential villains and twists on beloved stories. Excitement surrounds whether these films can live up to their predecessors or ignite a new wave of enthusiasm. As the countdown begins, fans are eager to experience the surprises these highly anticipated movies have in store. The year promises to bring a new batch of cinematic experiences, captivating audiences around the world. The excitement surrounding upcoming releases is undeniable as people anticipate the magic and excitement that only movies can deliver. From sequels to reimagined classics, 2023 will be a year of cinematic wonder and possibility.
Upcoming 10 Most Awaited Movies 2023 :
- Dune: Part Two
- The Exorcist: Believer
- Wonka
- Kraven the Hunter
- Creed III
- Gadar 2
- Jawan
- OMG 2
- Salaar
- Jailer
Dune : Part Two :
Dune, a 1965 epic science fiction novel by Frank Herbert, unfolds in a feudal interstellar society where noble houses control planets. The story follows young Paul Atreides, whose family takes charge of the desert planet Arrakis, the only source of the valuable drug melange, granting prolonged life and enhanced mental abilities. As control of Arrakis becomes a coveted endeavor due to the drug’s significance in space navigation, politics, religion, ecology, and human emotions intertwine in a multifaceted struggle. The novel won the Hugo and Nebula Awards and is part of the Dune Chronicles. Despite challenging adaptations, the 2021 film directed by Denis Villeneuve received critical acclaim and commercial success, with a sequel set for release in 2023. The Dune series also inspired games and real-life naming on Saturn’s moon Titan.”
The Exorcist: Believer :
“The Exorcist: Believer” is an upcoming American supernatural horror film directed by David Gordon Green and written by Peter Sattler and Green. Serving as the sixth installment in The Exorcist franchise, the film is a direct sequel to the original 1973 classic. The film stars Leslie Odom Jr., Ann Dowd, Jennifer Nettles, Norbert Leo Butz, Lidya Jewett, Olivia Marcum, and Ellen Burstyn. Originally planned as a reboot in August 2020, it was then redeveloped into a direct sequel in December 2020. Jason Blum produced the film through Blumhouse Productions, with David C. and James G. Robinson of Morgan Creek Entertainment, along with with executive producers Green and McBride’s Rough House Pictures. Universal Pictures acquired the distribution rights in collaboration with Peacock. The film is scheduled to open in the United States on October 13, 2023, and two more films are planned for the franchise, with “The Exorcist: Deceiver” scheduled to open on April 18, 2025. Principal photography will be It took place from November 2022 to March 2023.
Wonka :
Wonka, an upcoming musical fantasy film directed by Paul King and co-written with Simon Farnaby, is a prequel to the 1971 film ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’. Starring Timothée Chalamet as the eccentric young chocolatier, the story explores the early days of Willy Wonka. The supporting cast includes Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Tom Davis, Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant. Development began in October 2016 after Warner Bros. acquired the rights to the character and filming began in September 2021 at various locations in the UK. Neil Hannon contributed the original songs, and Joby Talbot provided the score. The film will be released on December 15, 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Kraven the Hunter :
Kraven the Hunter, also known as Sergei Kravinoff, is a fictional character in Marvel Comics. Debuting in The Amazing Spider-Man #15 (1964), he is a formidable foe of Spider-Man and part of his rogues gallery. Kraven is a renowned big game hunter who seeks to prove that he is the best in the world by defeating Spider-Man. Despite his overconfidence, he possesses a sense of honor and treats opponents as equals. He is the half-brother of Chameleon and a founding member of the Sinister Six. In particular, Kraven has been depicted as both a villain and an anti-hero, teaming up with other heroes such as Spider-Man, the Avengers, and Squirrel Girl. His compelling stories include “Kraven’s Last Hunt,” “Grim Hunt,” “The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl’s Friend Kraven,” and “Hunted.” The character has appeared in various media adaptations, and will be portrayed by Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the live-action film “Kraven the Hunter” (2023). IGN ranked Kraven the 53rd greatest comic book villain of all time in 2009.
Creed III :
Creed III, a 2023 American sports drama film, marks the directorial debut of Michael B. Jordan and is the third installment in the Creed series and the ninth in the Rocky franchise. The film follows retired boxer Adonis Creed (played by Jordan) as he takes on his childhood friend and former boxing prodigy Damian Anderson (Jonathan Majors). Tessa Thompson, Wood Harris, Mila Davis-Kent, Florian Munteanu, and Phylicia Rashad also star. Keenan Coogler and Zach Baylin co-wrote the script with Ryan Coogler co-wrote the story. Filming took place from January to April 2022 in various locations, including Los Angeles, Tampa, and Georgia. Released on March 3, 2023 by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, the film received critical acclaim and has grossed more than $275 million worldwide.
Gadar 2 :
Sunny Deol reprized her iconic role as Tara Singh in “Gadar 2” though initially hesitant due to the success of the first film. Director Anil Sharma won him over by emphasizing the audience’s demand for a sequel. Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma also returned in their respective roles. Nimrat Khaira, Simi Chahal, Shipra Goyal and Wamiqa Gabbi turned down the role of Muskaan due to the 2020-2021 Indian farmers protest, but eventually, Simrat Kaur took over the role. Manish Wadhwa and Rohit Choudhary were cast as Pakistani Army Generals, while Luv Sinha and Gaurav Chopra landed major roles. Filming for the film concluded in May 2023.
Jawan :
Shah Rukh Khan’s highly anticipated film, directed by Atlee, is a big-budget project produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment. The film features Khan in a dual role as father and son with six different looks. Nayanthara makes her Hindi cinema debut as the female lead, while Priyamani, Sunil Grover, Sanya Malhotra, and Yogi Babu also join the cast. Vijay Sethupathi plays the antagonist, with cameo appearances by Deepika Padukone, Vijay, and Sanjay Dutt. Filming took place in various locations, including Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, and Rajasthan. Post-production involved extensive visual effects, supervised by Red Chillies VFX. The film is set to be an action-packed blockbuster, eagerly awaited by fans.
OMG 2 :
OMG 2 is an upcoming Indian Hindi satirical comedy-drama film, written and directed by Amit Rai. It serves as a spiritual sequel to OMG – Oh My God! (2012) and features Akshay Kumar, Pankaj Tripathi, and Yami Gautam in leading roles. The story follows Kanti Sharan Mudgal, a devout follower of Lord Shiva, whose son Vivek is wrongly accused and expelled from school. Faced with misinformation, Kanti decides to leave the town with his family, until a divine intervention guides him towards the truth. Empowered, Kanti takes on those responsible by dragging them to court. The film also stars Pavan Malhotra as Judge Purushottam Nagar, Govind Namdev as Pujari, Arun Govil as Principal, and Brijendra Kala. Filming began in September 2021 in Mumbai, and the film is scheduled for release on August 11, 2023.
Salaar :
Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language action thriller film directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. Starring Prabhas in the titular role, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Tinnu Anand, Easwari Rao, Jagapathi Babu, Sriya Reddy, and Ramachandra Raju. The film’s story is an original one, not a remake. Principal photography began in January 2021 in Telangana. The movie features Ravi Basrur as the music composer and Bhuvan Gowda as the cinematographer. It is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 28 September 2023. The filming experienced delays due to Prabhas’ knee injury but eventually resumed with some action scenes shot in the sea using Dark Centric Theme technology, a first for Indian cinema.
Jailer :
Jailer is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language action black comedy film directed by Nelson and produced by Kalanithi Maran. Starring Rajinikanth, it also features Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, Sunil, Ramya Krishnan, Vinayakan, Mirnaa Menon, and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film’s title was announced in June 2022, and principal photography started in August 2022, completing in June 2023. The movie marks Rajinikanth’s 169th film and has music by Anirudh Ravichander. The story revolves around Rajinikanth’s character, and notable actors play pivotal roles. The film is set to release on 10 August 2023. Filming took place in Chennai, Hyderabad, Cuddalore, Jaisalmer, Mangalore, and Kerala’s Athirappilly Falls. Nelson collaborated with Rajinikanth for the first time, and he retained his Doctor and Beast crew.
