Ironically, almost 80% of them are masala movies aimed to satisfy all section of the crowd.

Agra

This movie is full of debutants right from the director to the star cast. Agra, though not marketed properly to attract the attention of the moviegoers, could attract the frontbenchers due to its hot posters pasted all round the city. The story is all about the love that develops between the hero and heroine near Taj Mahal. The movie is not expected to get a huge reception and I recommend you to wait for the reviews before venturing into the theatres.

Why you should see it: Because the producer and the director were bold enough to release the film along with the biggies this Deepavali.

Why you shouldn’t: Do many know that the movie has released?

Azhagiya Tamizh Magan

“Vijay doing something different?! That should be interesting,” said everyone. ATM also happens to be Vijay’s first dual role movie. Sivaji-fame Shriya being his arm candy just added more glamour. One of the biggest movies of this season has everything going in favor of it. Excellent songs from A.R. Rahman added yet another feather to its cap. This will translate into big numbers at the ticket counters.

Why you should see it: Because you loved the music of the movie and you are a big fan of Vijay.

Why you shouldn’t: First time director with such big name usually doesn’t impress. And you have seen negative reviews in the media.

Machakkaran

Jeevan is back with his next movie Machakkaran and the female lead is the beautiful Kamna Jetmalani. Jeevan, completing his hat trick with Naan Avan Illai, has cut a niche for himself. Will the crowd accept him in his second movie as a full-fledged hero with little to no shades of grey? Lets hope for the best.

Why you should see it: Because Jeevan selects his movies with care so you trust his judgment.

Why you shouldn’t: Because you are not a big fan of Jeevan

Vel

Vel, directed by Hari, has the successful lead pair of Gajini - Surya and Asin. Hari-Surya combination gave an average Aaru, so when the team came back together the buzz was far from positive. Surya is again doing double-action after Perazhagan. Vel is a masala treat as Hari’s movies always gives that in huge portions.

Why you should see it: Because you want to see Surya back with Asin again, and the trailers also were very impressive.

Why you shouldn’t: You want to see something logical and you didn’t like the songs.

Saawariya

The star director is back with two wannabe stars. Sanjay Leela Bhansali, said to be the most talented director in Bollywood, is back with Saawariya, a simple love story. The ace director has burdened the acting responsibilities on two debutants, Rishi Kapoor’s son Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor’s daughter Sonam Kapoor. Will Sanjay be successful in bringing the ultimate love story? We will have to wait for more on that. Until then the cash registers would keep on ringing, as the hype surrounding this movie is very high. And this is the first movie that was produced by the Hollywood production house Columbia Tristar.

Why you should see it: Because you are a big fan of the director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and want to see how Ranbir has performed.

Why you shouldn’t: You are not ready to see Ranbir play with his towel.

Polladhavan

Polladhavan, directed by a newcomer, features Dhanush and Kuthu-fame Ramya. Early reviews state that this movie will surely revive Dhanush’s career. Polladhavan is a serious movie and is pretty dark. So people who dislike dark and violent movies should probably think of some other alternative. Overall, a good movie.

Why you should see it: Because the music is good and you want to know what Dhanush has to offer his fans.

Why you shouldn’t: You’re not that much of a dark film lover or a Dhanush fan.

Kannaamoochi Enadaa

Priya V. is back after giving us the much-liked Kanda Naal Mudhal and people love to see what she has come up with this time around. I have seen the movie, so I prefer to make this a preview rather than a review. Still the hype is pretty positive and the reviews are very good. Prithviraj and Sathyaraj have done a brilliant job together.

Why you should see it: You loved Kanda Naal Mudhal and want to see what Priya has cooked this time around (and enjoy it too).

Why you shouldn’t: You want something Dishoom Dishoom as its Deepavali time.

Now for the Behindwoods.com pick of the week:

Om Shanthi Om

The biggest of the biggies has finally arrived. The hype of Om Shanthi Om can be compared only with Sivaji (OSO can’t beat Sivaji though. Rajini rules, ok I guess I should try and be more unbiased…still Rajini rules). Farah Khan is back with her favorite actor Sharukh Khan and super model Deepika Padukone. Music by Vishal-Shekar is very popular, which has added to the hype. Shahkukh’s home production is taking care of the production and has left no stones unturned in the marketing department. The movie is sure to become a big hit as people who have seen it are giving glowing reviews. Farah and Shahrukh’s last film together was the entertaining Mein Hoon Na, which was a take on the 80’s masala movie and now they have decided to bring the 70’s on screen. Will they be able to give us another entertaining movie? Lets wait and see.

Why you should see it: Because Shahkukh Khan is the hero.

Why you shouldn’t: Because you don’t understand Hindi.

Verdict – Enjoy this masala Deepavali!