As we roll into the weekend, here are some must-watch picks to enjoy with family, friends, or a solo movie marathon. From thrilling action flicks to heartwarming dramas, here is an impressive list you can choose from.
These include titles from various platforms and languages.
Best Picks for Netflix:
Wolf King (English) -Series
Genre: Animation/ Fantasy
Why Watch: This is a story of enormous adventures that will tug at your emotions. It is about a commoner boy who finds out that he is the last heir from a lineage of werewolves and he must pursue his destiny.
Dragon (Tamil) - Film
Genre: Romance/Comedy
Why Watch: If you are fond of light-hearted South Indian dramas, this is a must watch. This rom-com is a feel-good movie to kick off your weekend, with plenty of laughs and a great ending.
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter (Hindi) -Series
Genre: Crime/Action
Why Watch: The second season of Neeraj Pandey's marvelous police stories on Netflix takes its turn towards Bengal and its crimes. Loaded with politics, murders and investigations, this show will satisfy your appetite for thrillers.
The Residence (English) - Series
Genre: Crime
Why Watch: This gripping thriller will keep you at the edge of your seat. It tells the story of an eccentric detective who has to solve a murder in the White House.
Big World (Mandarin) - Film
Genre: Family Drama
Why Watch: Chinese family dramas never fail to surprise us, and Big World is no exception. It tells the story of the extraordinary journey of a young boy named Liu Chunhe who is suffering from cerebral palsy.
Officer on Duty (Malayalam) - Film
Genre: Crime
Why Watch: If you are a fan of Malayalam thrillers, you should not miss this one. Officer On Duty tells the suspenseful story of a police officer who investigates a counterfeit jewelry racket and endangers his own life in the process.
2. Best Picks for Prime Video:
NEEK (Tamil) - Film
Genre: Romance
Why Watch: This Dhanush directorial has won audiences' hearts since its release and if you have a liking for light-hearted romantic dramas, you should give it a go. It tells the story of a young man who agrees to an arranged marriage but his former love crosses his ways all of a sudden.
Blink (Kannada) -Film
Genre: Sci-fi/Thriller
Why Watch: If you have a liking for stories with characters in absurd situations or with absurd abilities, you might like this one. Blink tells the story of an academically failed man who can control blinking. Add this movie to your watchlist if you are a fan of Kannada movies.
The Room Next Door (English) -Film
Genre: Drama
Why Watch: This Pedro Almodóvar film should not be missed if you like the Director's filmography. The Room Next Door is a sweet story of reunion, reconciliation of two separated friends. Watch this movie with friends and loved ones this weekend.
3. Best Picks for AppleTV:
Severance S2 (English) - Series
Genre: Thriller
Why Watch: The second season of the intense thriller continues with the gripping narrative of the first season. It tells the story of an office where people try to know the truth about their jobs when a new colleague shows up to work. It is absurd and it is thrilling, and you should not miss this one.
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Gangs of London S3 (English) - Series
Genre: Crime/Mystery
Why Watch: If you are fond of suspenseful hard hitting dramas, this is a must watch. It engages you with a great plot about the murder of a police chief and its consequences.
Rules Of Engagement (English) - Series
Genre: Comedy
Why Watch: This light-hearted drama tells the stories of different stages of being in love. It is recounted from the perspectives of two couples, one long time married and one newly engaged, and a single guy. The show is hilarious and you will have a good laugh while watching it.
Anora (English) - Film
Genre: Romance/ Comedy
Why Watch: This Oscar Winning movie is finally on Indian OTT and there can be no excuse to not watch it. Anora is laden with beautiful visuals and hilarious scenes. The movie tells the story of a sex worker who suddenly gets married to a rich and powerful young man and lives a short-lived fairytale before his family gets to know of the match.
These are some recent titles you can consider watching for your weekend. And keep checking on our website for more wonderful recommendations every week