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Film Shorts // June 17-23, 2026
By Kristian Lin at Fort Worth Weekly
· June 17, 2026
· 14 min read
OPENING Balan: The Boy (NR) This Malayalam-language film stars Chandu Salimkumar as a teenage boy who searches for his mother after she disappears. Also with Girish A.D., Farzana Palathingai, Ganapathi, Sandra Chandran, Dolly June, and Jean Paul Lal. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills) A Blind Bar
Key takeaway , Farzana Palathingai, Ganapathi, Sandra Chandran, Dolly June, and Jean Paul Lal.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The opening of these films in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex offers a diverse range of cinematic experiences for local audiences. Notably, Cocktail 2 and Deewana cater to the area's Indian and Telugu-speaking communities, reflecting the cultural diversity of Fort Worth and its surroundings. The fact that these films are being screened in the metroplex also highlights the growing demand for international cinema in the region. Meanwhile, the presence of films like A Blind Bargain and The Death of Robin Hood suggests that local moviegoers are eager for a mix of horror, drama, and action. As the Cultural District in Fort Worth continues to thrive, it will be interesting to see how these films are received by local audiences and whether they will contribute to the area's vibrant arts scene. The variety of films on offer is a testament to the metroplex's status as a hub for cultural and entertainment activities.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Weekly ·
Reading time: 14 min
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What is this story about? OPENING Balan: The Boy (NR) This Malayalam-language film stars Chandu Salimkumar as a teenage boy who searches for his mother after she disappears. Also with Girish A.D., Farzana Palathingai, Ganapathi, Sandra Chandran, Dolly June, and Jean Paul Lal. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills) A Blind Bar
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