Must-watch movies, series this weekend on Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, Amazon Prime
Hyderabad: From engaging Tamil TV series and thought-provoking Malayalam dramas to thrilling Telugu crime comedies, we have rounded up the latest films and shows that are sure to captivate you. Whether you’re looking for a heartfelt drama, a comedy, or a gripping thriller, there’s something new and exciting for every viewer. Check out our curated list and discover what’s fresh and worth watching right now!
Chutney Sambar: Chutney Sambar is a Tamil-language comedy-drama TV series that premiered on Disney+ Hotstar on July 26, 2024. Directed by Radha Mohan and produced by Ishari K. Ganesh under Vels Film International, it stars Yogi Babu, Chandran, and Vani Bhojan. The show is about Sachin played by Yogi Babu, an orphaned street vendor who unexpectedly joins his wealthy step-brother’s family and faces the challenges of fitting into his new life. The series has six episodes.
Paradise: Paradise is a Sri Lankan-Indian drama film in Malayalam, released on Amazon Prime Video on July 26, 2024. Directed by Prasanna Vithanage and produced by Newton Cinema with presentation by Mani Ratnam and Siva Ananth, the film stars Roshan Mathew, Darshana Rajendran, Shyam Fernando, and Mahendra Perera. It tells the story of a married couple who go on an anniversary vacation to Sri Lanka, only for their trip to take an unexpected turn and reveal cracks in their relationship. The film premiered at the 28th Busan International Film Festival on October 7, 2023, and won the Kim Jiseok Award.
Bharathanatyam: Bharathanatyam is a Telugu-language comedy thriller film that will release on Aha on July 27, 2024. Directed by K.V.R. Mahendra, the film first hit theaters on April 5, 2024. It stars Surya Teja Aelay, Krishna Alluri, Santosh Balakrishna, and Harsha Chemudu. The story follows Raju Sundaram, an assistant director who gets caught up in the crime world and uses his wits to escape. Although the film didn’t do well at the box office, it might be worth watching if you enjoy crime comedies.
Hotspot: Hotspot is a Tamil-language anthology film that was released on Amazon Prime Video and Aha on May 17, 2024. Directed by Vignesh Karthick, the film features Kalaiyarasan, Sofia, Sandy, Ammu Abhirami, Janani, Gouri G. Kishan, Subash, and Adithya Bhaskar. It was well-received by critics and originally released on March 29, 2024.
Raju Yadav: Raju Yadav is a Telugu-language romantic comedy film that premiered on Aha on July 24, 2024. Directed by Uday Shetty, the film stars Getup Srinu, Ananda Chakrapani, Rocket Raghava, Mirchi Hemanth, Jabardasth Sunny, Santosh Kalwacherla, Sriram, Kalyan Bhushan, Sree Mani, Pawon Ramesh, and Uthara Prashanth. It was initially set for release on May 17, 2024, but was delayed to May 24, 2024, due to theater closures in Telangana. This film marks Getup Srinu’s debut as a lead actor.
