Theatre wrap this week: The Raja Saab, Greenland and Song Sung Blue among top releases

The initial complete week of 2026 is loaded with a diverse array of theatrical events that merge local storytelling with grand spectacles in cinemas both in Hollywood and India. Apart from indies such as Song Sung Blue and The Chronology of Water, the audience in Hollywood can also see the psychological drama Sleepwalker and the thriller Greenland 2: Migration.

Meanwhile, India is abuzz with major releases such as The Raja Saab, a fantasy horror, comedy with Prabhas in the lead, and Jana Nayagan, a political action drama. Tamil film Parasakthi is set to premiere over the Pongal holiday, thus rounding off a rich week of cinema choices for the public.

Greenland 2: Migration (January 9)

The post-apocalyptic follow-up to the popular 2020 film Greenland, Greenland 2: Migration, follows the Garrity family as they leave their Greenland bunker and travel through a damaged, frozen world in quest of a new home. Ric Roman Waugh's high-stakes survival thriller, which combines dramatic action with emotional family drama, has Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin returning to their roles.

The Chronology of Water (January 9)

The Chronology of Water, Kristen Stewart's first feature film, is a gritty, poetic drama about pain, survival, and self-discovery based on Lidia Yuknavitch's critically acclaimed memoir. Imogen Poots plays the lead role in the movie, which follows her path from a gifted competitive swimmer through broken relationships and addiction to discovering her voice via writing.

Sleepwalker (January 9)

The psychological horror-thriller Sleepwalker, which debuts in theatres and on streaming services on January 9, centres on a grieving artist whose sleepwalking evolves into terrifying visions that combine nightmare and reality. The Brandon Auman-directed film stars Hayden Panettiere alongside Beverly D’Angelo, Justin Chatwin, Mischa Barton and others.

Song Sung Blue (January 9)

This musical drama features Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, who play a working-class couple who form a Neil Diamond tribute band and use music to find love and meaning. Based on a true story and directed by Craig Brewer,

Song Sung Blue celebrates resilience and dreams against the odds with classic Diamond songs woven throughout.

Primate (January 9)

Johannes Roberts' 2026 horror film Primate depicts the story of a tropical holiday turned horrific when a family's pet chimpanzee turns vicious and rabid, forcing a desperate struggle for survival. The film, which stars Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Oscar-winner Troy Kotsur, combines suspense with creature-feature thrills.

The Raja Saab (January 9)

The Raja Saab, a highly awaited horror-fantasy comedy directed by Maruthi and starring Prabhas, is set to open in theatres on January 9, during the Sankranti holiday. With a star-studded ensemble that includes Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar, and Sanjay Dutt, the pan-Indian picture combines supernatural thrills with comedy and romance.

Aadi Shambhala Hindi (January 9)

Starring Aadi Saikumar, Aadi Shambhala (also known as Shambhala: A Mystical World in Hindi) is a supernatural thriller that combines mystery, mythology, and suspense in a plot about bizarre happenings brought on by a cosmic catastrophe. The Hindi remake is scheduled to open in cinemas on January 9, in response to the Telugu film's successful box office performance.

Parasakthi (January 10)

Directed by Sudha Kongara, Sivakarthikeyan's eagerly awaited historical political drama Parasakthi is scheduled to open in cinemas across the globe on January 10, during the Pongal season. The film, which stars Sreeleela, Atharvaa, and Ravi Mohan and depicts heavy historical themes, has created a lot of attention owing to its record-breaking trailer and intense pre-release conversations.