Our monthly round-up of the hottest entertainment releases. This month: A star-studded rom-com, a hit anime movie, and more.

Movies

Materialists

Rom-coms rarely get theatrical releases anymore, but Materialists proves the genre can still sparkle on the big screen. Dakota Johnson plays Lucy Mason, an actress-turned-matchmaker who’s brilliant at helping others but hopeless at her own love life. At a glamorous New York wedding, she’s pulled into a love triangle between Harry (Pedro Pascal), a wealthy private-equity boss with all the trappings of success, and John (Chris Evans), her charming ex chasing an acting dream while working as a waiter. Directed by Past Lives filmmaker Celine Song, the film revels in classic rom-com tropes while also deconstructing them — showing the joy, glamour, and frustrations of modern dating. Expect glossy escapism, sharp observations, and three A-list stars at the top of their game.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle

The Demon Slayer saga hits its most epic chapter yet. Tanjiro Kamado (Natsuki Hanae) and his demon-turned sister Nezuko (Akari Kitō) plunge into Muzan’s terrifying Infinity Castle, a shape-shifting fortress teeming with their deadliest foes. Adapted from Koyoharu Gotouge’s hit manga and animated by Ufotable, the franchise has already smashed records (Mugen Train earned over US$500 million worldwide), and this first act of the final saga is set to thrill fans again. With dazzling animation, breakneck battles, and emotional gut punches, Infinity Castle blends spectacle and heart, reminding us why Demon Slayer is a global phenomenon.

TV

Peacemaker S2

John Cena is back as the foul-mouthed, reluctant hero Christopher Smith — aka Peacemaker — in a new season that’s bigger, bloodier, and even more bizarre. The returning cast includes Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, and Steve Agee, with Frank Grillo joining as Rick Flag Sr., seeking revenge for his son’s death in The Suicide Squad. But there’s a twist: Season 2 bridges the old DC Extended Universe (DCEU) with James Gunn’s new DC Universe (DCU), complete with cameos from heroes like Guy Gardner/Green Lantern (Nathan Fillion) and Hawkgirl (Isabela Merced). Confused? Don’t worry — just expect Gunn’s signature mix of irreverent humour, gory action, and surprising heart, all carried on Cena’s very broad shoulders.

Twelve

Ma Dong-seok (aka Don Lee of Train to Busan fame) headlines this stylish urban fantasy. Long ago, 12 zodiac guardians sacrificed their powers to seal away evil — but at great cost, losing their divinity and blending into ordinary human life. Now, when the ancient demon Ogwi (Park Hyung-sik) breaks free, the guardians must reunite without their former powers to face an impossible threat. With high-stakes battles, mythological flair, and a star-studded ensemble, Twelve blends action, fantasy, and heart, offering an epic tale of friendship and redemption.

Gen V S2

The halls of Godolkin University are bloodier than ever in Season 2 of Gen V, the darkly satirical spin-off of The Boys. Following Homelander’s takeover of the US, Dean Cipher (Hamish Linklater) pushes students into becoming soldiers for a looming war. Marie (Jaz Sinclair), Jordan (Derek Luh/London Thor), and Emma (Lizze Broadway) find themselves battling old friends Cate (Maddie Phillips) and Sam (Asa Germann), now aligned with Homelander. Along the way, secrets from a 1960s super-soldier programme — linked to Marie’s past — come to light. Brutal, shocking, and wildly entertaining, Gen V expands the universe of The Boys with more gore, moral dilemmas, and cameos (yes, Starlight returns) than ever.