Wednesday, 18 December 2024
Wednesday, 18 December 2024
From hard-hitting documentaries and emotional dramas to high-octane action thrillers and animated wonders, the upcoming week is set to offer a diverse range of titles for the OTT audience. Here’s everything you need to know.
Girls Will Be Girls
Streaming from: December 18
Platform: Prime Video
Directed by debutant Shuchi Talati, Girls Will Be Girls explores the coming-of-age journey of 16-year-old Mira (Preeti Panigrahi), the ‘perfect’ student in a boarding school located in an Indian hill station, dealing with her sexual awakening. Mira’s self-discovery is compounded by her complex relationship with Sri (Kesav Binoy Kiron), a charismatic new student whose allure charms Mira. Her mother, Anila (Kani Kusruti), plays a central role in the story, with her own conflicted feelings and societal pressures regarding her daughter’s coming-of-age journey often creating a tense dynamic between them.
The Secret Lives of Animals
Streaming from: December 18
Platform: Apple TV+
Narrated by Hugh Bonneville, The Secret Lives of Animals is a 10-episode documentary series that depicts the ingenious and often surprising ways animals survive, reproduce, and interact with each other across the globe. Filmed across 24 countries over three years, the series showcases 77 different species, providing a unique lens into their often hidden lives. What sets this documentary apart is its focus on animal intelligence and behaviour that many of us may never have considered.
Beast Games
Streaming from: December 19
Platform: Prime Video
Created and hosted by the viral sensation MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson), Beast Games is a groundbreaking reality competition series with 1,000 contestants competing for a staggering USD 5 million prize. Contestants face a series of expertly designed challenges that test their physical endurance, mental acuity, and social strategy.
Virgin River Season 6
Streaming from: December 19
Platform: Netflix
The beloved small-town drama Virgin River returns for its sixth season, and this time, Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack (Martin Henderson) are preparing for their long-awaited wedding. However, as Mel delves deeper into her family’s past, shocking secrets begin to surface, revealing hidden truths about her biological father. These revelations threaten to disrupt the joyous occasion. Meanwhile, other characters such as Preacher (Colin Lawrence) and Brady (Benjamin Hollingsworth) confront their own personal struggles.
The Six Triple Eight
Streaming from: December 20
Platform: Netflix
The Six Triple Eight is a period drama based on the real-life story of the 6,888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female unit deployed overseas during World War II. Led by Major Charity Adams (Kerry Washington), this pioneering group of women faced discrimination and harsh conditions as they worked to clear a two-year backlog of mail meant for U.S. soldiers stationed in Europe. Their mission, which would take six months to complete, was accomplished in just 90 days. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Oprah Winfrey, Susan Sarandon, and Sam Waterston.
Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous
Streaming from: December 20
Platform: Netflix
Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous takes an intimate look at the life of Hirdesh Singh, better known as Yo Yo Honey Singh, one of India’s most influential yet controversial musical icons. This documentary uncovers his journey from a promising artist to a chart-topping sensation, showcasing his role in revolutionising Indian hip-hop and bringing it into the mainstream. The documentary also explores his struggles with mental health and substance abuse, which led to his abrupt hiatus from the music scene. Through candid interviews with Singh, his family, and collaborators, the film offers a raw and emotional look at his rise, fall, and eventual comeback.
Feludar Goyendagiri: Bhuswargo Bhoyonkawr
Streaming from: December 20
Platform: Hoichoi
After a successful adventure in Darjeeling in the first season, Srijit Mukherji-directed Feludar Goyendagiri is back with Season 2, titled Bhuswargo Bhoyonkawr. This time, the iconic sleuth Feluda (Tota Roy Choudhury) is vacationing in Kashmir with his cousin Topshe (Kalpan Mitra) and writer friend Jatayu (Anirban Chakrabarti) when he gets embroiled in a complex murder investigation. Rajatava Dutta, Riddhi Sen, Shawon Chakraborty, Aniruddha Guha and Sumanta Roy play key roles in this instalment based on the novella by Satyajit Ray.
Cubicles Season 4
Streaming from: December 20
Platform: Sony LIV
Created by TVF and directed by Chaitanya Kumbhakonum, Cubicles returns with Season 4, bringing back Piyush Prajapati (Abhishek Chauhan) as he balances friendships, work challenges, and unexpected corporate drama. No longer the naive newcomer, Piyush now leads the team at Synotech. However, chaos ensues when the company faces a potential acquisition by PIC—Piyush's dream firm. With office politics intensifying and his team grappling with uncertainty, Piyush must maintain his composure and lead.
Thelma
Streaming from: December 21
Platform: JioCinema
Thelma is a heartwarming comedy-drama directed by Josh Margolin, starring June Squibb in the titular role. Thelma is a 93-year-old who loses USD 10,000 to a scammer posing as her grandson Danny (Fred Hechinger). Thelma decides to reclaim her money herself, with the reluctant help of Ben (Richard Roundtree in his final role), an old friend. The duo embark on a wild journey across Los Angeles, filled with mishaps and revelations.
What If...?: Season 3
Streaming from: December 22
Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
The final season of What If...? from Marvel Studios is here, offering eight thrilling alternate reality tales within the MCU. From the epic mecha battles to a Western-style adventure featuring Shang-Chi and Kate Bishop, the season expands on the imaginative multiverse Marvel has created. With the return of Jeffrey Wright as the Watcher, What If...? brings fans more inventive reimaginings of their favourite characters, offering a farewell to the beloved animated anthology series.
