2 weeks Ago By Prabal Sharma
It’s time for your weekly update of the latest OTT releases and the next seven days have the perfect blend of movies and TV shows to satiate all your bingeing needs. From the creators of the Oscar-winning documentary The Elephant Whisperers comes a riveting docuseries on Yo Yo Honey Singh; Marvel’s celebrated animated anthology What If..
.? returns for its third and final season; the critically acclaimed Indo-French drama Girls Will Be Girls prepares for its highly anticipated digital debut after an award-winning run at Sundance and MAMI film festivals. Girls Will Be Girls (December 18) Set in the picturesque surroundings of a Himalayan boarding school, Girls Will Be Girls explores the life of 16-year-old Mira (Preeti Panigrahi), a rebellious yet vulnerable teenager grappling with the turbulent awakening of her sexuality.
Mira’s growing infatuation with Sri (Kesav Binoy Kiron), a mysterious and charismatic newcomer, becomes the focal point of her self-discovery. However, her relationship is anything but private under the watchful and conflicted gaze of her widowed mother, Anila (Kani Kusruti), who juggles societal expectations and personal frustrations that her daughter’s coming-of-age forces her to confront. Streaming on Prime Video The Secret Lives of Animals (December 18) Prepare to be enthralled by the wonders of nature with The Secret Lives of Animals , an extraordinary 10-episode documentary series narrated by Hugh Bonneville.
It takes viewers on a global journey through the lives of 77 unique species, filmed across 24 countries over three years. This ambitious project, brought to life by the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, offers insight into the innovative tactics animals use to overcome challenges in survival , reproduction and social interactions. From a wood mouse cleverly creating its trail markers to an orb-weaving spider crafting a decoy ‘self-image’ to deter predators, the series captures never-before-seen moments of animal ingenuity.
This series follows in the footsteps of critically acclaimed titles such as Prehistoric Planet and The Year Earth Changed . Streaming on Apple TV+ Twisters (December 18) A sequel to the 1996 blockbuster Twister , this film promises a thrilling return to the heart-pounding world of storm-chasing. Set against the dramatic backdrop of America’s Tornado Alley, the story dives into the lives of a diverse team of storm chasers navigating both personal and professional challenges as they confront nature’s most destructive forces.
As advanced technology meets the raw unpredictability of the elements, Twisters explores the tension between human ingenuity and the immense power of the natural world . Directed by Oscar nominee Lee Isaac Chung, the film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos and Kiernan Shipka. Streaming on JioCinema Beast Games (December 19) Get ready for a competition unlike any other as Beast Games arrives to captivate audiences.
Created and hosted by the renowned Jimmy Donaldson, famously known as MrBeast, this innovative series brings together an unprecedented 1,000 contestants—the largest group ever seen in reality television —to compete for a staggering $5 million prize. Each episode plunges participants into a variety of expertly designed challenges that push their physical strength, mental sharpness and social strategy to the limit. Streaming on Prime Video Virgin River season 6 (December 19) Season six of Virgin River welcomes viewers back to the idyllic Northern California town as it shifts focus to the long-awaited wedding of Mel Monroe (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson).
As preparations unfold, Mel discovers shocking truths about her biological father , Everett Reid (John Allen Nelson), with flashbacks to the 1970s revealing her family’s hidden past. Meanwhile, Preacher (Colin Lawrence) faces his past misdeeds, and Brady (Benjamin Hollingsworth) joins Fire Chief Kaia (Kandyse McClure) as a volunteer. Streaming on Netflix The Six Triple Eight (December 20) The Six Triple Eight tells the story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female Women’s Army Corps unit deployed overseas in World War II.
Under Major Charity Adams (Kerry Washington), 855 women faced racism , sexism and harsh conditions as they cleared a two-year backlog of 17 million letters and packages for U.S. soldiers across Europe.
Despite rat-infested warehouses and inadequate housing, they completed the six-month mission in just 90 days, dramatically improving troop morale. The cast includes Oprah Winfrey, Susan Sarandon and Sam Waterston. Streaming on Netflix Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous (December 20) This compelling documentary delves into the life of Hirdesh Singh, famously known as Yo Yo Honey Singh, one of India’s most influential and controversial music icons.
It offers an exclusive glimpse into his rise to stardom, his pivotal role in shaping Indian hip-hop and his impact on the music scene. Featuring unseen footage and candid interviews, the film highlights Singh’s struggles with bipolar disorder and substance abuse, which led to a hiatus from the industry. Insights from family, collaborators and experts provide a raw look at his journey, culminating in his triumphant return and creative evolution.
Streaming on Netflix SPY x FAMILY CODE: White (December 21) SPY x FAMILY CODE: White is an original animated film set in the SPY x FAMILY universe. Loid Forger, a top spy codenamed ‘Twilight’, faces reassignment from his mission, Operation Strix, unless he helps his adoptive daughter, Anya, win a cooking competition at Eden Academy by recreating the headmaster’s favourite dish. Joined by his assassin wife, Yor, and telepathic daughter, the Forgers embark on a journey to uncover the recipe ’s origins, inadvertently triggering events that threaten global peace.
Featuring the original anime voice cast, including Takuya Eguchi, Saori Hayami and Atsumi Tanezaki, the film expands the beloved series with thrilling new adventures. Streaming on Netflix What If..
.?: season 3 (December 22) Marvel Studios’s What If..
.? concludes with a thrilling third season, exploring eight alternate realities within the MCU. Highlights include an anime-inspired episode where Sam Wilson, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Monica Rambeau and Shuri pilot mechs to battle Mega-Hulk monsters, and a Red Guardian story featuring Alexei Shostakov alongside Bucky Barnes, Bill Foster and Ranger Morales.
Agatha Harkness takes centre stage in an episode with a standout musical sequence, while Shang-Chi and Kate Bishop team up in a Western-themed adventure. The season also showcases Storm wielding Mjolnir, echoing Secret Wars , and introduces a sentai-style Avengers team. Furthermore, Jeffrey Wright returns as the Watcher, narrating these inventive reimaginings.
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