Despatch (Zee5, December 13)
Directed by Kanu Behl and starring Manoj Bajpayee, Shahana Goswami and Arrchita Agarwaal, 'Despatch' is a crime drama based on the complex challenges of investigative journalism. The film follows seasoned crime journalist Joy, played by Manoj Bajpayee, as he confronts the dark undercurrents of the media world while pursuing a high-stakes story. Caught in a web of power, ethics, and personal conflict, Joy’s journey reveals the high price of truth in an industry rife with corruption.
Bandish Bandits season 2 (Prime Video, December 13)
The new season of this beloved musical drama continues its journey, artfully blending the intricate ragas, talas, and bandishes of Indian classical music with the bold, electrifying beats of modern rock and pop, as our leads – Radhe and Tamanna, now face off against each other in the quest for acceptance and glory. The narrative delves deeper into family legacy bringing themes of individuality, empowerment, and the balance between old and new to the forefront, as each character discovers and embraces their true self
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was... (Netflix, December 10)
With a deeply personal special, Foxx returns to the stage. He speaks about his harrowing health scare from April 2023 where he was battling his life while fighting a mystery illness. He shot the special in Atlanta for three nights
Maria (Netflix, December 11)
Starring Angelina Jolie, the film narrates the tumultuous final days of Maria Callas, the legendary soprano.
Elton John: Never Too Late (Disney+ Hotstar, December 13)
The documentary delves deep into the life of the music legend. It explore his personaland professional highs and lows of his remarkable five-decade-long career. As Elton prepares for his final concert in North America, the film reflects on his journey from humble beginnings to a global phenomenon.
Bandish Bandits season 2 (Prime Video, December 13)
The new season of this beloved musical drama continues its journey, artfully blending the intricate ragas, talas, and bandishes of Indian classical music with the bold, electrifying beats of modern rock and pop, as our leads – Radhe and Tamanna, now face off against each other in the quest for acceptance and glory. The narrative delves deeper into family legacy bringing themes of individuality, empowerment, and the balance between old and new to the forefront, as each character discovers and embraces their true self.
Secret Level – (Amazon Prime Video , December 11)
This anthology series celebrates iconic video game franchise through stunning animated shorts. Each segment draws inspiration from beloved games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Unreal Tournament, Warhammer 40,000, Mega Man, Pac-Man, Sifu, The Outer Worlds, and more. The 15-episode series features the voice of actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Keanu Reeves, Laura Bailey and Temuera Morrison.
Mismatched season 3 (Netflix, December 13)
Netflix’s holiday season must-watch, 'Mismatched' Season 3 is set to tug at your heartstrings, make you laugh, and remind you why this series holds a special place in your heart. Featuring Prajakta Koli, Rohit Saraf, Rannvijay Singha, Taaruk Raina, Vidya Malavade, Ahsaas Channa, Abhinav Sharma, Muskkaan Jaferi, and newcomers Lauren Robinson, Garima Yajnik, and Akshat Singh, this season brings dreams, dilemmas, and drama.
No Good Deed – (Netflix, December 13)
If you are a fan of Friends star Lisa Kudrow, this one is for you. The dark comedy series revolves around a couple looking to sell their 1920s Spanish-stle villa in Los Angeles.
Bougainvillea – (SonyLIV, December 13)
Looking for a psychological thriller that will leave you spellbound? Bougainvillea, a 2024 Malayalam-language film directed by Amal Neerad and co-written with Lajo Jose is the perfect watch. the film features a stellar cast, including Jyothirmayi, Kunchacko Boban, and Fahadh Faasil, with Veena Nandakumar, Srinda, and Sharaf U Dheen in pivotal roles
Thangalaan (Netflix, December 10)
The film was silently released on the streaming platform and is available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam languages. The Hindi version's release has not been announced.
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