Are you fed up of going out to watch your favorite movie? Don’t worry as there are some shows and films from around the world you can watch in the comfort of your home. So check these out.
If you’re not thrilled with what’s playing at the theaters lately and prefer watching from home, we’ve got you covered. There’s a bunch of exciting stuff released this week that you can enjoy, from Showtime on Disney+ Hotstar to Damsel on Netflix, and there’s something for everyone in all languages. And if you’re into real-life stories, there are some captivating releases in that category too.
Showtime, Disney+ Hotstar
This movie, starring Emraan Hashmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Mouni Roy, Shriya Saran, and Mahima Makwana, is about drama and competition in Bollywood, touching on topics like nepotism and power struggles. It was created by Sumit Roy and directed by Mihir Desai and Archit Kumar.
HanuMan, ZEE5
This story features an underdog who gains superpowers with the help of a totem. It was released in multiple languages, with a sequel called Jai Hanuman in the works. This film, directed by Prasanth Varma and starring Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar,
Merry Christmas, Netflix India
Merry Christmas is a mystery thriller based on a French novel. Directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif. It’s about two strangers who meet on Christmas Eve, but their encounter takes a dark turn. It was filmed in Tamil and Hindi, and released theatrically on January 12.
Maharani Season 3, SonyLIV
This political series stars Huma Qureshi, Sohum Shah, Amit Sial, Kani Kusruti, and Inaamulhaq. It is inspired by events in Bihar in the 1990s. The third season of the political series is created by Subhash Kapoor
Damsel, Netflix
Juan Carlos Fresnadillo’s film starring Millie Bobby Brown tells the story of a young woman whose fairy tale turns into a nightmare when she agrees to marry a prince.
Blackberry, Apple TV+
Blackberry is a fictional take on the creation of BlackBerry phones, this series stars Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton, and Matt Johnson. It’s adapted from Jacquie McNish and Sean Silcoff’s book Losing the Signal.
The Gentlemen, Netflix
A spin-off of the 2019 film, this series directed by Christopher Benstead centers on an aristocrat who discovers his family’s cannabis farm inheritance in Europe. And then find a way to protect what he has inherited and stay alive.
The Regime, JioCinema
Featuring Kate Winslet, Martha Plimpton, Andrea Riseborough, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Hugh Grant, this satirical series tells the story of a dictator in Europe. A mini-series created by Will Tracy and directed by Stephen Frears and Jessica Hobbs. It features six episodes.
To Kill a Tiger, Netflix
Backed by Priyanka Chopra, Dev Patel, and Mindy Kaling, the story is about a Jharkhand farmer seeking justice for his daughter who was sexually assaulted. This documentary was nominated for an Oscar. And directed by Canadian filmmaker Nisha Pahuja.
Hannah Gadsby’s Gender Agenda, Netflix
Curated by comedian Hannah Gadsby, this comedy showcases some of the funniest genderqueer comedians worldwide. Jes Tom, Alok, Asha Ward, Chloe Petts, DeAnne Smith, Krishna Istha, and Mx. Dahlia Belle are the ones who will get featured.
