The wait is finally over—Relay, the gripping new English thriller from director David Mackenzie (Hell or High Water), has arrived in theatres across India today. This suspense-laden drama brings together a stellar cast led by Riz Ahmed as Tom/Ash, a mysterious “fixer” who operates in the shadows through a secret telecom relay system. Alongside him, Lily James delivers a powerful turn as Sarah Grant, a biotech scientist who turns whistle-blower, while Sam Worthington plays Dawson, a relentless corporate enforcer determined to silence them both.
The film has already generated international buzz since its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024 and its U.S. release earlier this month. With close to 1,500 theatres showcasing it worldwide, Relay is quickly establishing itself as one of the most intriguing global thrillers of the year. Audiences abroad have been captivated by its slow-burn storytelling, old-school conspiracy thriller style, and the magnetic screen presence of Riz Ahmed, whose restrained yet commanding performance is being singled out as one of his finest.
Set against a backdrop of corporate secrets, shadowy deals, and moral dilemmas, Relay combines sharp direction with a mood that recalls the classic paranoia thrillers of the 1970s. It’s a film that pulls you into its world quietly, then refuses to let you go. For fans of intelligent, character-driven suspense, this is cinema at its most immersive.
Now, with its release across major Indian cities, audiences here finally have the chance to experience the edge-of-your-seat tension and atmospheric storytelling that international viewers have already embraced.
Catch the trailer here.…
Don’t miss your chance to watch Relay on the big screen—catch it in theatres near you and witness a thriller that’s destined to spark conversations long after the credits roll.
