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Mamla Legal Hai to Napoleon — OTT releases to binge-watch this week

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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From comedy and drama to action and tragedy, and even some history, let’s take a look at what OTT platforms bring us this week.

The month of March starts with a weekend, and that means we have some brilliant films and web series ready for their OTT releases. With the release of Netflix’s The Indrani Mukerjea Story: Buried Truth, the week is already off to a blazing start. From comedy and drama to action and tragedy, let’s take a look at what OTT platforms bring us this week.

Mamla Legal Hai

Get ready to laugh out loud with Ravi Kishan, Yashpal Sharma, Naila Grewal and Nidhi Bisht. The talented actors are coming together on Netflix to narrate a tale of legal staff at the district court of Patparganj. They will work to uphold justice. Released on March 1, Mamla Legal Hai is backed by Kota Factory producer Sameer Saxena.

Sunflower Season 2

India’s much-loved comedian-turned-actor Sunil Grover is coming back with the second season of his comedy thriller series Sunflower. Helmed by Vikas Bahl and Rahul Sengupta, the Zee5 series shows Sunil Grover — essaying Sonu — diving headlong into a murder mystery of Sunflower Society killing. However, he ends up becoming the prime suspect. To know what happens next you need to watch the series, which premiered on March 1.

Maharani Season 3

Headlined by Huma Qureshi, the political series is back with its third season. Inspired by the true political events, Maharani is set in the 1990s Bihar. Directed by Saurabh Bhave, Maharani Season 3 will premiere on March 7 on SonyLIV. The series boasts an ensemble cast including Amit Sial, Vineet Kumar, Pramod Pathak, Kani Kusruti, Anuja Sathe, Sushil Pandey, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Sohum Shah.

Napoleon

Napoleon features Joaquin Phoenix in the titular role, promising an exhilarating watch. Giving you a deep insight into the life of French military commander Napoleon Bonaparte, the critically acclaimed film hit the theatres last year in November. Napoleon premiered on Apple TV+ on March 1.

My Name is Loh Kiwan

For all the K-drama lovers out there, we have a special treat for you. On March 1, Song Joong-Ki’s My Name is Loh Kiwan premiered on Netflix. Based on I Met Loh Kiwan, the movie revolves around the struggle of Loh Kiwan, who defected from North Korea. Will he be able to find refuge in Belgium? Watch this intriguing film to know more.

Happy binge-watching!

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January 12, 2024

Weekend binge: Watch ‘Killer Soup,’ ‘Merry Christmas,’ and ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ this week

After a hectic work week, all we want is to sit back and watch something entertaining on TV or in theatres with friends and families. To help you spend quality time with your loved ones, we have listed out the new releases at your nearest theatre and streaming platform. From Killer Soup to ‘Merry Christmas’, here are five movies and web series that you would not like to miss this week.

“Killers of the Flower Moon,” the highly acclaimed crime thriller movie directed by Martin Scorsese, has made its debut on OTT and is now available to watch on Apple TV+ starting January 12, 2024. The film premiered on May 20, 2023, at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, and later made its theatrical debut on October 20, 2023. (Image: Apple TV)

Killer Soup (Netflix) | Killer Soup, a crime thriller, is your classic black comedy. The series narrates the story of an aspiring chef, who plans to replace her husband with her lover. However, the plot takes a major twist leading to a chaotic situation. The series has been co-directed by Abhishek Chaubey, Unaiza Merchant and Harshad Nalawade. Killer Soup features an ensemble cast of Manoj Bajpayee, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Nasser in crucial roles. It has been streaming on the OTT platform Netflix from Thursday, January 11.

Mission: Impossible-Dead Reckoning Part One (Amazon Prime Video) | The seventh instalment in the Mission Impossible film series, Mission: Impossible- Dead Reckoning Part One, is yet another spy action movie. The film made its theatrical release in July 2023 and is now available on streaming platform Amazon Prime Video from Thursday, January 11. In this part of the series, the IMF runs to find and secure a deadly weapon that can be destructive for the human race if it falls into the wrong hands. The Christopher McQuarrie film features Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames and Simon Pegg in major roles.

Merry Christmas (Theatre) | Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif-starrer Merry Christmas has finally hit the big screen. The movie revolves around two strangers named Albert played by Vijay and Maria played by Katrina, who unknowingly cross paths, ending up getting sucked into a series of events. Besides Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif, the Sriram Raghavan film features Tinnu Anand, Radhika Apte, Sanjay Kapoor and Ashwini Kalsekar in pivotal roles.

Echo (Disney Plus Hotstar) | An American mini-series, Echo released on Thursday, January 11, narrates the story of Maya Lopez who faces her past. Through the journey, she reconnects with her native American roots and embraces the meaning of family and community. The mini-series Echo marks to be the tenth television series by Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). It features Alaqua Cox, Devery Jacobs, Chaske Spencer, and Tantoo Cardinal in major roles. (Image: Marvel Entertainment/YouTube)

Lift (Netflix) | An action comedy movie, Lift revolves around a master thief and her ex-husband teaming up to steal $100 million in gold bullion. They chalk out a plan to execute when the bullions are to be transported on a 777-passenger flight. The F Gary Gray directorial features Kavin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sam Worthington, and Vincent D’Onofrio in major roles. The film has been released on the OTT platform Netflix from Friday, January 12. (Image: Netflix/Instagram)

November 3, 2023

Weekend Binge: Jawan, Aarya 3 and more, top movies and OTT releases you can watch

The viewers are going to have a wide choice to binge watch this weekend as many much awaited films and web series have hit the theaters and OTT platforms in the first week of November. From the heart warming and emotional ‘Three of Us’ to the blockbuster ‘Jawan’ this week’s lineup promises a diverse genre of films and web series that caters to audiences of all tastes. Here are the top picks of movies and web series for your weekend watch. (Image: Shutterstock)

**Jawan (Netflix) |** After the record breaking performance at the box office, Shah Rukh Khan’s recently released ‘Jawan’ has been finally dropped on the OTT streaming platform, Netflix. It has been released as a birthday surprise by Shah Rukh Khan for his fans on his 58th birthday on November 2. The movie ‘Jawan’ is an action thriller which also outlines the emotional journey of a man who is set to correct the wrongs in the society. The Atlee directed film features Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone and Sanjay Dutt in crucial roles besides Shah Rukh Khan. (Image: Red Chillies Entertainment)

**Three of Us (Theatre) |** The cinematographer turned director Avinash Arun Dhaware helmed ‘Three of Us’ is going to take you into a cinematic journey of love, loss, healing, awareness and liberation. The movie revolves around the protagonists’ struggles with the early symptoms of dementia. After realising the circumstance, she decides to go on a trip to revisit her childhood before losing memory completely. The film ‘Three of Us’ features Shefali Shah, Jaideep Ahlawat and Swanand Kirkre in lead roles. It is releasing in the theatres on Friday, November 3. (Image: Shefali Shah Instagram)

**Aarya 3 (Disney+Hotstar) |** In the third edition of the series, Sushmita Sen plays a tough woman, who goes beyond boundaries to protect her family from gangsters. After the massive success of the first two seasons, Disney+Hotstar has released the first part of ‘Aarya 3’, only four episodes. Besides Susmita Sen, the series features Namit Das, Manish Chaudhari, Sikandar Kher, and Vinod Rawat among others in pivotal roles. ‘Aarya 3’ has been created and co-directed by Ram Madhvani. It has been streaming on Disney+Hotstar from November 3. (Image: Sushmita Sen Instagram)

**UT 69 (Theatre) |** ‘UT 69’ is a biopic based on the real life incidents of businessman Raj Kundra’s days spent in Mumbai’s Arthur Road jail after his arrest in the case related to making of porn films. It takes a satirical look at the situation. Interestingly, the film features Raj Kundra in the lead and he narrates his life story. The movie, ‘UT 69’ was released in theatres on Friday, November 3. (Image: YouTube)

**Scam 2003: The Telgi Story – Volume 2 (Sony LIV) |** ‘Scam 2003’ series is back with the second volume of Abdul Karim Telgi’s story. The series revolves around Telgi’s ₹30,000 crore stamp paper counterfeiting scam that he executed in the early 2000s. The series is divided into two parts, in which the first part released in September received huge applause, and fans were eagerly waiting for the second part. The ‘Telgi Story – Volume 2’ is now streaming on Sony LIV. It features Sana Amin Sheikh, Bhavana Balsaver, Bharat Jadhav, J D Chakravarthy among others. (Image: SonyLIV YouTube)

**Aankh Micholi (Theatre) |** ‘Aankh Micholi’ is a comedy drama that delves into a family of misfits preparing to get their daughter married to a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) visiting their home town in Punjab. It will take you in a series of comical twists and turns unfolding one after the other. Umesh Shukla helmed ‘Aankh Micholi’ features an ensemble cast of Paresh Rawal, Sharman Joshi, Abhimanyu Dasani, Mrunal Thakur among several others. It was released in theatres on Friday, November 3. (Image: Mrunal Thakur Instagram)

Sex Education Season 4 trailer out: An emotional end in store for fans in final season

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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The series is scheduled to stream on Netflix with its last eight episodes on September 21. It features Asa Butterfield, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey and Gillian Anderson in crucial roles.

Popular OTT platform Netflix has finally released the official trailer of the most awaited final season of the comic drama web series, Sex Education. Previously the teaser of the series was shared, which accumulated a massive response from the fans.

Following the release of the Sex Education Season 4 trailer, the fans are left excited and can’t stop reacting as the final season of the popular web series hints at a rollercoaster emotional ride.

As soon as the two-minute and 23-second-long trailer was shared on YouTube, fans flooded the comment section with excitement and anticipation about the show. One wrote, “It’s crazy how much heart and humour this show has and it is easily one of the best Netflix has to offer! Love this show!!!”

Another commented, “This show is such a gift, love every second of it. Had to re-watch the whole show in preparation for the banger of a finale. Grateful to the powerful cast and ingenious crew for coming together and giving us one of Netflix’s best series. Baba ganoush.”

A third user commented, “Really sad to see it’s the last season but really grateful to witness such great stories this series brings!”

“It’s one of the best Netflix series I’ve watched… So sad it’s going to end… And I hope we’re going to see these actors in another series. This series has dealt with many important issues and the most important is self-acceptance”, read another comment.

Another added, “So excited for s4, absolutely gutted it’s going to be the last season but it’s going to be so good.”

The trailer gives a glimpse of the final chapter of the series where it drives into the lives of the show’s quirky students and their equally eccentric parents. Additionally, this season promises to deliver all the laughter, heartache, and life lessons to the audience.

The series has been an extraordinary show that stands out in the minds of the audience as it has shown a side of fearless and empathetic approach to discussing topics like sexuality and relationships. It has also played a crucial role as all the previous seasons of Sex Education seemed relatable to the viewers. Apart from that, the series serves witty humour balancing with genuine sensitivity.

Reportedly, the season is expected to be released with its last eight episodes on September 21. It features Asa Butterfield, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey and Gillian Anderson in crucial roles.

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‘Intellectually Made’: Arshad Warsi’s Asur Season 2 receives rave reviews on Twitter

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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The second season of ‘Asur’ starring Arshad Varsi was released on the Jio Cinema App on June 1. The first two episodes have massively impressed the audience who are now eagerly waiting for more.

The much-awaited second season of psychological thriller Asur, starring Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti, premiered on Jio Cinema on June 1 and it garnered accolades from the viewers. Only the first two episodes of the popular franchise were released on Wednesday, but fans are already calling Asur 2 a masterpiece.

As per the initial reviews on social media, Asur 2 has managed to win the hearts of the audiences for its powerful dialogues and some strong performances.

Fans poured in praises for the writing, the script and the intellectual quality of the series.

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“There are shows, and then there are shows like #Asur that stay with you for a long time. Pretty much like the first one, Season 2 has been mind-boggling! It is intellectually made. Take a bow team, what nuances! Still shaken up by the chills and thrills. Dil dehla diya aapne,” one user wrote.

There are shows, and then there are shows like #Asur that stay with you for a long time. Pretty much like the first one, Season 2 has been mind-boggling! It is intellectually made. Take a bow team, what nuances! Still shaken up by the chills & thrills. Dil dehla diya aapne,… pic.twitter.com/7SsKx7AbcH

— Joginder Tuteja (@Tutejajoginder) May 31, 2023

Fans have also claimed that the first two episodes are enough to judge that the entire show will be binge-worthy and equally captivating as the first season.

A user said, “#Asur2 is absolutely binge-worthy stuff that will keep you hooked all through… If you enjoyed the first season, chances are you will find #Asur Season 2 equally captivating and engaging.”

#Asur2 is absolutely binge-worthy stuff that will keep you hooked all through… If you enjoyed the first season, chances are you will find #Asur Season 2 equally captivating and engaging.#ArshadWarsi #BarunSobti #Asur2OnJioCinema #JioCinema @JioCinema pic.twitter.com/P1IyT2P7YM

— 📽️ OTT REPORTER 📺 (@Rahul7867861) May 31, 2023

The show’s graphics, background score and the use of nuances and Sanskrit shlokas were also appreciated by the fans as one user wrote, “What a Monster Intro They Have created Mann. The Animation, those Sanskrit Shlokas, the thought behind it, that obsessive bgm.”

What a Monster Intro They Have created Mann 🔥

The Animation, those sanskrit Slok’s, the thought behind it, tht obsessive bgm 😈#Asur2 pic.twitter.com/G8XECLjnH8

— P.aii.n (@awesomee4u) May 31, 2023

The first two episodes have massively impressed the audience who are now eagerly waiting for more.

“An absolutely brilliant start to #Asur2: The 2 episodes make you revisit the case of an antagonist driven to create anarchy!

The characters are burdened by guilt and grief but want the madness to end: The layered writing stays consistent: Pumped to see more,” a fan expressed.

An absolutely brilliant start to #Asur2 : The 2 episodes make you revisit the case of an antagonist driven to create anarchy!

The characters are burdened by guilt & grief but want the madness to end: The layered writing stays consistent: Pumped to see more 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xGIzMl00us

— ANMOL JAMWAL (@jammypants4) June 1, 2023

Meanwhile, the performance of Barun Sobti was also praised by many viewers.

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“#BarunSobti is as consistent as Nikhil, who must walk the fine line between dealing with the challenges at his job and his inconsistent mental, and emotional state. The actor displays vulnerability beautifully,” one fan wrote.

#BarunSobti is consistent as Nikhil, who must walk the fine line between dealing with the challenges at his job and his inconsistent mental, emotional state. The actor displays vulnerability beautifully#Asur2
.https://t.co/oN9ry6wB4I

— je|βα|run (@_baby_sobti) June 1, 2023

“Praises are pouring in for @BarunSobtiSays in #Asur2 n this making me super happy, he’s nailing it again as Nikhil Nair, kya dimag chalta hai bhai,” wrote another fan for Barun Sobti.

Praises are pouring in for @BarunSobtiSays in #Asur2 n this making me super happy ,he’s nailing it again as Nikhil Nair,kya dimag chalta hai bhai 😌🔥 pic.twitter.com/wroteALGwB

— chaitali mallick (@chaitalimallic1) June 1, 2023

The second season of the web series ‘Asur’ was announced after much anticipation. Following the success of the first season, fans were excited for the second instalment which promised to be equally thrilling. The show is currently streaming on Jio Cinema App for free.

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