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<p>Mukundan Unni Associates, Abhinav Sunder Nayak's first film as a filmmaker, is available on OTT following a successful theatrical run. The Malayalam movie started streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar on January 13 according to the filmmaker, who made the announcement via his Twitter account. George Kora, Tanvi Ram, Arsha Baiju, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Vineeth Sreenivasan will star in the film. Abhinav wrote on Twitter that Mukundan Unni Associates is premiering tomorrow, 13 January, on Disney Plus Hotstar which has almost 300 million active users. He added that he is ecstatic about the kind of exposure this platform will provide the movie.</p>

<p>Moreover, Abhinav also pointed out that although it will be available in a variety of languages, he personally advise non-Malayalis to watch the Malayalam version with English subtitles for the most impact since it is the intended interpretation.</p>

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<p>“The performances, voice modulation, dialogue flow, the deadpan humour and rhythm of the narrative is best conveyed in the original language. I hereby request my friends and followers to share this note to help me reach the maximum number of people. PLEASE spread the word,” he said.</p>

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<p>Abhinav Sunder Nayak in conversation with OTT Play regarding the movie and its success said they anticipated the film to be popular and what surprised him was how the family audience responded. He added that when an accident scenario was playing out in several of the theatres he had been to, he could see old women smiling. Abhinav also shared that the bus accident which is a really harsh deed by the protagonist was actually being relished by them. "That was something I didn’t expect at all," he said.&nbsp;</p>


Mukundan Unni Associates, Abhinav Sunder Nayak's first film as a filmmaker, is available on OTT following a successful theatrical run. The Malayalam movie started streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar on January 13 according to the filmmaker, who made the announcement via his Twitter account.

Mukundan Unni Associates, Abhinav Sunder Nayak's first film as a filmmaker, is available on OTT following a successful theatrical run. The Malayalam movie started streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar on January 13 according to the filmmaker, who made the announcement via his Twitter account. George Kora, Tanvi Ram, Arsha Baiju, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Vineeth Sreenivasan will star in the film. Abhinav wrote on Twitter that Mukundan Unni Associates is premiering tomorrow, 13 January, on Disney Plus Hotstar which has almost 300 million active users. He added that he is ecstatic about the kind of exposure this platform will provide the movie. Moreover, Abhinav also pointed out that although it will be available in a variety of languages, he personally advise non-Malayalis to watch the Malayalam version with English subtitles for the most impact since it is the intended interpretation. “The performances, voice modulation, dialogue flow, the deadpan humour and rhythm of the narrative is best conveyed in the original language. I hereby request my friends and followers to share this note to help me reach the maximum number of people. PLEASE spread the word,” he said. × Abhinav Sunder Nayak in conversation with OTT Play regarding the movie and its success said they anticipated the film to be popular and what surprised him was how the family audience responded. He added that when an accident scenario was playing out in several of the theatres he had been to, he could see old women smiling. Abhinav also shared that the bus accident which is a really harsh deed by the protagonist was actually being relished by them. "That was something I didn’t expect at all," he said.

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<p>The Tollywood icon Thalapathy Vijay and Rashmika Mandanna's movie Varisu was released on 11 January on Wednesday. Vamshi Paidipally is the director and writer of the action-thriller movie Varisu. Fans have referred to the movie as a blockbuster despite the fact that reviews have been varied. The film marks Telugu director Vamshi Paidipally's debut in the Tamil language. Along with Prakash Raj, Rashmika Mandanna plays major parts in the movie. Vijay portrays a young man who returns to his family during a difficult time as a rival company tries to harm them. Check to learn the family drama and action thriller's domestic and international box office take.</p>

<p>Moviegoers have given Varisu mixed reviews, and the film's opening day advance sales totalled Rs 11 crore. Varisu achieved Rs 1 crore on its opening day in the Northern regions of the nation, compared to Thunivu's Rs 50 lakhs. A massive amount for the business, the films' total gross national receipts on January 12 are predicted to surpass Rs 50 crore.</p>

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<p>Varisu has outperformed Thunivu's box office earnings everywhere but Tamil Nadu. The action movie Thunivu, starring Thala Ajith and Manju Warrier, had a nationwide gross of over Rs 26 crore; Thunivu's total has reportedly reached approximately Rs 28.50 crore, according to trade tracker Sacnilk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trade analysts predict that the movie would do well over the course of the five-day Pongal weekend and bring in between Rs 75 crore and Rs 80 crore. It appears that Vijay's star power and attractiveness as an actor may be enough to make the movie a financial success. The release of the Hindi and Telugu dubs on Friday is predicted to help the movie a bit.</p>

<h2><strong>Varisu Day Box Office Collection nationally, worldwide&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

<p>In Tamil Nadu, Varisu had a 20.15 Crore gross or 17.07 Crore net box office collection. Worldwide it earned 46.32 Crore in gross or 23.6 Crore distributor share. The total national collection was 31.47 Crore gross or 26.67 Crore net.&nbsp;In Kerala and Karnataka, the movie earned 4.55 Crore and 5.62 crore. In Malaysia, the earnings were RM 886,778 or Rs 1.65 Crore gross. In USA, the box office collection was $295,020 or Rs 2.4 Crore gross.&nbsp;</p>


The Tollywood icon Thalapathy Vijay and Rashmika Mandanna's movie Varisu was released on 11 January on Wednesday. Vamshi Paidipally is the director and writer of the action-thriller movie Varisu.

The Tollywood icon Thalapathy Vijay and Rashmika Mandanna's movie Varisu was released on 11 January on Wednesday. Vamshi Paidipally is the director and writer of the action-thriller movie Varisu. Fans have referred to the movie as a blockbuster despite the fact that reviews have been varied. The film marks Telugu director Vamshi Paidipally's debut in the Tamil language. Along with Prakash Raj, Rashmika Mandanna plays major parts in the movie. Vijay portrays a young man who returns to his family during a difficult time as a rival company tries to harm them. Check to learn the family drama and action thriller's domestic and international box office take. Moviegoers have given Varisu mixed reviews, and the film's opening day advance sales totalled Rs 11 crore. Varisu achieved Rs 1 crore on its opening day in the Northern regions of the nation, compared to Thunivu's Rs 50 lakhs. A massive amount for the business, the films' total gross national receipts on January 12 are predicted to surpass Rs 50 crore. × Varisu has outperformed Thunivu's box office earnings everywhere but Tamil Nadu. The action movie Thunivu, starring Thala Ajith and Manju Warrier, had a nationwide gross of over Rs 26 crore; Thunivu's total has reportedly reached approximately Rs 28.50 crore, according to trade tracker Sacnilk. Trade analysts predict that the movie would do well over the course of the five-day Pongal weekend and bring in between Rs 75 crore and Rs 80 crore. It appears that Vijay's star power and attractiveness as an actor may be enough to make the movie a financial success. The release of the Hindi and Telugu dubs on Friday is predicted to help the movie a bit. Varisu Day Box Office Collection nationally, worldwide In Tamil Nadu, Varisu had a 20.15 Crore gross or 17.07 Crore net box office collection. Worldwide it earned 46.32 Crore in gross or 23.6 Crore distributor share. The total national collection was 31.47 Crore gross or 26.67 Crore net. In Kerala and Karnataka, the movie earned 4.55 Crore and 5.62 crore. In Malaysia, the earnings were RM 886,778 or Rs 1.65 Crore gross. In USA, the box office collection was $295,020 or Rs 2.4 Crore gross.

Varisu movie Day 1 Box Office Collection: How much Thalapathy Vijay, Rashmika Mandanna Tamil drama earned?

<p>The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, a new film on Netflix, is based on a real-life criminal incident. In February 2013, a homeless guy named Kai Lawrence attacked a woman's assailant with a hatchet and smashed his head with it, saving the woman's life. Soon after the incident, Kai was interviewed by a local TV crew, and the interview quickly went viral, turning him into a superstar. Kai was, however, detained for a murder later that year. What is the murder's mystery? What has become of Kai Lawrence? To learn everything about the 2013 incident, the murder later that year and more keep reading.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, the 2013 incident&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Caleb Lawrence McGillvary is Kai Larence's real name. Kai hitched a ride with Jett Simmons McBride in February 2013. Kai jumped out of the car to assist the person after the driver McBride struck a pedestrian by the side of the road during the journey. McBride reportedly got out of the car and attempted to assault the woman who had come over to assist Kai and the pedestrian. Kai then strikes McBridge in the head with a hatchet that he took out of his backpack. However, McBridge suvived Kai's hatchet assault and later went on to stand trial for attempted murder in 2014. Kai also appeared in court as a witness in the McBride case, as per a report.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Kai Lawrence became overnight sensation after McBride incident&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A follow-up interview of the incident was done by KMPH. Kai quickly rose to fame after the KMPH posted the entire six-and-a-half-minute interview on YouTube. The team of Justin Bieber reached out to him for a song collaboration after learning that a producer for Keeping Up With The Kardashians planned to make a reality programme about him. Check the KMPH interview video here:&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Kai Lawrence arrested for murder later that year&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Kai Lawrence of the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker was arrested later that year for the murder of 73-year-old lawyer Joseph Galfy. Galfy was found dead at his home in New Jersey. After some circumstantial evidences related to Kai, he was tracked down at a Philadelphia bus station by police and confessed to the murder of Galfy. Kai claimed that he did it in self-defence as Galfy was sexually assaulting him. However, police said there was no evidence that could prove the crime was committed in self-defence. Before you know about the whereabouts of Kai Lawrence, check out this netflix trailer of&nbsp;the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker.</p>

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<h2><strong>Where is Kai Lawrence now?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Kai was detained after his arrest and held behind bars until his 2019 trial. He was given a 57-year jail term after being found guilty of first-degree murder. He filed an appeal in 2021 but was unsuccessful. Kai is still incarcerated at Trenton's New Jersey State Prison.</p>

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The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, a new film on Netflix, is based on a real-life criminal incident. In February 2013, a homeless guy named Kai Lawrence attacked a woman's assailant with a hatchet and smashed his head with it, saving the woman's life.

The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, a new film on Netflix, is based on a real-life criminal incident. In February 2013, a homeless guy named Kai Lawrence attacked a woman's assailant with a hatchet and smashed his head with it, saving the woman's life. Soon after the incident, Kai was interviewed by a local TV crew, and the interview quickly went viral, turning him into a superstar. Kai was, however, detained for a murder later that year. What is the murder's mystery? What has become of Kai Lawrence? To learn everything about the 2013 incident, the murder later that year and more keep reading. The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker, the 2013 incident Caleb Lawrence McGillvary is Kai Larence's real name. Kai hitched a ride with Jett Simmons McBride in February 2013. Kai jumped out of the car to assist the person after the driver McBride struck a pedestrian by the side of the road during the journey. McBride reportedly got out of the car and attempted to assault the woman who had come over to assist Kai and the pedestrian. Kai then strikes McBridge in the head with a hatchet that he took out of his backpack. However, McBridge suvived Kai's hatchet assault and later went on to stand trial for attempted murder in 2014. Kai also appeared in court as a witness in the McBride case, as per a report. Kai Lawrence became overnight sensation after McBride incident A follow-up interview of the incident was done by KMPH. Kai quickly rose to fame after the KMPH posted the entire six-and-a-half-minute interview on YouTube. The team of Justin Bieber reached out to him for a song collaboration after learning that a producer for Keeping Up With The Kardashians planned to make a reality programme about him. Check the KMPH interview video here: × Kai Lawrence arrested for murder later that year Kai Lawrence of the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker was arrested later that year for the murder of 73-year-old lawyer Joseph Galfy. Galfy was found dead at his home in New Jersey. After some circumstantial evidences related to Kai, he was tracked down at a Philadelphia bus station by police and confessed to the murder of Galfy. Kai claimed that he did it in self-defence as Galfy was sexually assaulting him. However, police said there was no evidence that could prove the crime was committed in self-defence. Before you know about the whereabouts of Kai Lawrence, check out this netflix trailer of the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. × Where is Kai Lawrence now? Kai was detained after his arrest and held behind bars until his 2019 trial. He was given a 57-year jail term after being found guilty of first-degree murder. He filed an appeal in 2021 but was unsuccessful. Kai is still incarcerated at Trenton's New Jersey State Prison.

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<p><em>Bikharne ka mujhko shauq hai bada / Sametoge mujhko, meri jaan zara?&nbsp;<br />
(“I have a fondness for falling apart. Will you help gather me?)</em></p>

<p>The words written by Varun Grover perfectly capture the essence of Anvita Dutt’s latest movie ‘Qala’. The film takes us on a journey with a renowned singer who has already reached professional heights but is still fighting inner demons. A strained relationship with her mother (played by a superb Swastika Mukherjee) and a dark secret from her past has made sure that happiness is but a fleeting emotion in Qala Manjushree’s (Tripti Dimri) life and the only thing that she truly craves is love.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Anvita, whose last film 'Bulbbul'&nbsp;was a feminist supernatural drama set in late 19th century India, chooses the 1930-1940s as the backdrop for her new movie. It is a time where male musicians are ‘Pandits’ and superstars but their female counterparts are reduced to ‘Bai’ – a connotation related to courtesans. As a result, Qala’s gender becomes a hinderance from the very moment she is born in a family of musicians and the fact that her twin brother dies in her mother’s womb only makes the situation worse. Qala’s mother, a singer past her prime, wants to make her a classical maestro but is not happy with her progress and her search for perfection becomes the daughter’s personal hell.</p>

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<p>In a household with two women, patriarchy looms like a dark cloud and the entry of a talented singer Jagan Batwal somehow establishes the status quo in the house. Jagan quickly becomes the heir apparent to the gharana (musical lineage) while Qala slowly loses her own ghar (house). Qala even makes it to the film industry in Calcutta but it is not enough to win the love she craves.</p>

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<p>Through the life of Qala, we are constantly reminded of the sexism that has shaped the society – in the 1930s and even today. Within minutes of a press conference after she wins a prestigious award, a male journalist asks her about her marriage plans – something that is still quite common. Even a cry for help from Qala is met with a casual comment from the doctor that women are prone to hysteria. Mental health is almost a constant theme in the story – from Qala’s mother going through the trauma of losing a son to Qala slowly losing the capability to differentiate dreams from reality. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, even in the grim snows of Himachal Pradesh or the lonely corners of Calcutta, the movie holds on to its hope. The moth is a constant motif throughout the 119-minute film and like a moth to fire, Qala keeps trying to win her mother’s love. Towards the early part of the movie, Qala even remarks that she hates music but the hope of acceptance allows her to carry on. It is as though the movie is trying to find a glint of hope that the world that Qala inhabits will surely change for the better.</p>

<p>The hope is not limited to Qala. While exploring the film industry, we are introduced to a predatory music director whose reputation of abuse is well known to everyone. Even in this case, Qala chooses to find some hope for the future. The lyricist Majrooh (presumably a tribute to legendary songwriter Majrooh Sultanpuri played by Varun Grover) urges Qala to fight the cycle of abuse and says – Daud badlega, daud ki yeh purani adaat hain (time will change, time has an old habit&nbsp;of&nbsp;doing&nbsp;so).</p>


Bikharne ka mujhko shauq hai bada / Sametoge mujhko, meri jaan zara? (“I have a fondness for falling apart. Will you help gather me?) The words written by Varun Grover perfectly capture the essence of Anvita Dutt’s latest movie ‘Qala’.

Bikharne ka mujhko shauq hai bada / Sametoge mujhko, meri jaan zara? (“I have a fondness for falling apart. Will you help gather me?) The words written by Varun Grover perfectly capture the essence of Anvita Dutt’s latest movie ‘Qala’. The film takes us on a journey with a renowned singer who has already reached professional heights but is still fighting inner demons. A strained relationship with her mother (played by a superb Swastika Mukherjee) and a dark secret from her past has made sure that happiness is but a fleeting emotion in Qala Manjushree’s (Tripti Dimri) life and the only thing that she truly craves is love. 'Qala' movie review: Tripti Dimri film weaves a compelling, visually stunning tale Anvita, whose last film 'Bulbbul' was a feminist supernatural drama set in late 19th century India, chooses the 1930-1940s as the backdrop for her new movie. It is a time where male musicians are ‘Pandits’ and superstars but their female counterparts are reduced to ‘Bai’ – a connotation related to courtesans. As a result, Qala’s gender becomes a hinderance from the very moment she is born in a family of musicians and the fact that her twin brother dies in her mother’s womb only makes the situation worse. Qala’s mother, a singer past her prime, wants to make her a classical maestro but is not happy with her progress and her search for perfection becomes the daughter’s personal hell. In a household with two women, patriarchy looms like a dark cloud and the entry of a talented singer Jagan Batwal somehow establishes the status quo in the house. Jagan quickly becomes the heir apparent to the gharana (musical lineage) while Qala slowly loses her own ghar (house). Qala even makes it to the film industry in Calcutta but it is not enough to win the love she craves. Freddy, Qala, Goodbye and more, binge-watch these OTT movies this weekend Through the life of Qala, we are constantly reminded of the sexism that has shaped the society – in the 1930s and even today. Within minutes of a press conference after she wins a prestigious award, a male journalist asks her about her marriage plans – something that is still quite common. Even a cry for help from Qala is met with a casual comment from the doctor that women are prone to hysteria. Mental health is almost a constant theme in the story – from Qala’s mother going through the trauma of losing a son to Qala slowly losing the capability to differentiate dreams from reality. However, even in the grim snows of Himachal Pradesh or the lonely corners of Calcutta, the movie holds on to its hope. The moth is a constant motif throughout the 119-minute film and like a moth to fire, Qala keeps trying to win her mother’s love. Towards the early part of the movie, Qala even remarks that she hates music but the hope of acceptance allows her to carry on. It is as though the movie is trying to find a glint of hope that the world that Qala inhabits will surely change for the better. The hope is not limited to Qala. While exploring the film industry, we are introduced to a predatory music director whose reputation of abuse is well known to everyone. Even in this case, Qala chooses to find some hope for the future. The lyricist Majrooh (presumably a tribute to legendary songwriter Majrooh Sultanpuri played by Varun Grover) urges Qala to fight the cycle of abuse and says – Daud badlega, daud ki yeh purani adaat hain (time will change, time has an old habit of doing so).

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<p>OTT has some great stuff on there, movies like Freddy, starring Kartik Aaryan, Goodbye, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna, and Qala, the directorial debut of Babil Khan, among others. From Netflix, to Disney Plus Hotstar to Prime Video and other sites like Voot Select, Lionsgate Play, Zee5, Sony LIV, and others will have you covered. So grab some popcorns and watch these fascinating OTT films and web series. Here's the full list:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Freddy</strong></p>

<p>Freddy, starring Kartik Aaryan, has gained a lot of attention online. Thanks to the intriguing trailer and Kartik gaining 14 kg for the role, the movie is now on everyone's watch list. The journey of Dr. Freddy Ginwala, a reclusive, uneasy, and lonely man who likes playing with model aeroplanes, is followed in the narrative of Freddy. Hardy's only friend is his pet turtle, Hardy. Freddy's distinctive turns, twists, and emotional mayhem will have viewers on the edge of their seats.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Where to watch?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The movie is set to release on Disney+ Hotstar OTT Platform on 2 December, 2022. The movie is directed by Shashanka Ghosh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Goodbye</strong></p>

<p>Goodbye, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna, is now available on OTT after doing well at the box office. The dysfunctional Bhalla family is the subject of the film, which also stars Neetu Kapoor, Sunil Grover, Pavail Gulati, Ashish Vidyarthi, Elli AvrRam, Sahil Mehta, Shivin Narang, Shayank Shukla, newcomer Abhishekh Khan, and Arun Bali. It is a story that penetrates far into your heart and makes you realise how important your loved ones are and how ups and downs in life are.</p>

<p>The movie Goodbye is available on Netflix OTT Platform. The release date is 2 December and is directed by Vikas Bahl.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Qala</strong></p>

<p>The first movie directed by Babil Khan, Qala, is now available on Netflix. The psychological drama also includes Triptii Dimri and Swastika Mukherjee in addition to Amit Sial, Neer Raao, Avinash Raj Sharma, and Ashish Singh. The story of a teenage playback singer named Qala is told in the late 1930s and early 1940s film "Qala," which is set in that time period. It describes how her tragic history catches up with her just as she is reaching the zenith of her hard-won profession.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This OTT movie will be released on Netflix on 1 December. The movie is directed by Anvitaa Dutt.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Ace and the Christmas Miracle</strong></p>

<p>This hilarious holiday comedy can be enjoyed by the whole family. After having her "Happily Ever After" broken by an unfair divorce, Amanda (Brande Roderick) must come up with a plan before it's too late to preserve her 10-year-old son Daniel's future.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This comedy movie will be released by OTT Lionsgate Play on 2 December. This movie will be directed by Asif Akbar.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>India Lockdown</strong></p>

<p>India Lockdown is another movie that depicts the bleak truths of civilisation. Everyone touched by the Covid-19 pandemic's early phases in India is highlighted in the movie. The film received positive reviews when it was screened at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The film also discusses impact of COVID on employment, plight of migrant workers, issues faced by sex workers and among others.</p>

<p><strong>Where to watch?</strong></p>

<p>The India Lockdown will be available on OTT Platform ZEE5 on 2 December. The movie is directed by Madhur Bhandarkar.&nbsp;</p>

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OTT has some great stuff on there, movies like Freddy, starring Kartik Aaryan, Goodbye, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna, and Qala, the directorial debut of Babil Khan, among others.

OTT has some great stuff on there, movies like Freddy, starring Kartik Aaryan, Goodbye, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna, and Qala, the directorial debut of Babil Khan, among others. From Netflix, to Disney Plus Hotstar to Prime Video and other sites like Voot Select, Lionsgate Play, Zee5, Sony LIV, and others will have you covered. So grab some popcorns and watch these fascinating OTT films and web series. Here's the full list: Freddy Freddy, starring Kartik Aaryan, has gained a lot of attention online. Thanks to the intriguing trailer and Kartik gaining 14 kg for the role, the movie is now on everyone's watch list. The journey of Dr. Freddy Ginwala, a reclusive, uneasy, and lonely man who likes playing with model aeroplanes, is followed in the narrative of Freddy. Hardy's only friend is his pet turtle, Hardy. Freddy's distinctive turns, twists, and emotional mayhem will have viewers on the edge of their seats. Where to watch? The movie is set to release on Disney+ Hotstar OTT Platform on 2 December, 2022. The movie is directed by Shashanka Ghosh. × Goodbye Goodbye, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna, is now available on OTT after doing well at the box office. The dysfunctional Bhalla family is the subject of the film, which also stars Neetu Kapoor, Sunil Grover, Pavail Gulati, Ashish Vidyarthi, Elli AvrRam, Sahil Mehta, Shivin Narang, Shayank Shukla, newcomer Abhishekh Khan, and Arun Bali. It is a story that penetrates far into your heart and makes you realise how important your loved ones are and how ups and downs in life are. The movie Goodbye is available on Netflix OTT Platform. The release date is 2 December and is directed by Vikas Bahl. × Qala The first movie directed by Babil Khan, Qala, is now available on Netflix. The psychological drama also includes Triptii Dimri and Swastika Mukherjee in addition to Amit Sial, Neer Raao, Avinash Raj Sharma, and Ashish Singh. The story of a teenage playback singer named Qala is told in the late 1930s and early 1940s film "Qala," which is set in that time period. It describes how her tragic history catches up with her just as she is reaching the zenith of her hard-won profession. Where to watch? This OTT movie will be released on Netflix on 1 December. The movie is directed by Anvitaa Dutt. × Ace and the Christmas Miracle This hilarious holiday comedy can be enjoyed by the whole family. After having her "Happily Ever After" broken by an unfair divorce, Amanda (Brande Roderick) must come up with a plan before it's too late to preserve her 10-year-old son Daniel's future. Where to watch? This comedy movie will be released by OTT Lionsgate Play on 2 December. This movie will be directed by Asif Akbar. × India Lockdown India Lockdown is another movie that depicts the bleak truths of civilisation. Everyone touched by the Covid-19 pandemic's early phases in India is highlighted in the movie. The film received positive reviews when it was screened at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The film also discusses impact of COVID on employment, plight of migrant workers, issues faced by sex workers and among others. Where to watch? The India Lockdown will be available on OTT Platform ZEE5 on 2 December. The movie is directed by Madhur Bhandarkar. × Hope you have a good movie marathon with you friends and family !

Freddy, Qala, Goodbye and more, binge-watch these OTT movies this weekend

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Critically speaking: Is 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' a worthy sequel?

Filmmaker Abhishek Pathak's film 'Drishyam 2' remains honest to the origin story. A remake of 2021 Malayalam film by the same name, the film carries forward the story where the first film 'Drishyam' ended. Starring Ajay Devgan, Shriya Saran, Tabu and Akshaye Khanna the film centers around Salgaonkar family and how the family is coping seven years after the murder of Sam Deshmukh, son of top cop Mira Deshmukh. But is the film a worthy remake of the Malayalam film? Watch Critically Speaking to know more.

Critically Speaking: Is 'Drishyam 2' a worthy remake?

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Critically speaking: Is Dwayne Johnson's foray into superhero films 'Black Adam' worth a watch?

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Critically Speaking: Has Dulquer Salmaan delivered his career best in 'Chup'?

Filmmaker duo Pushkar-Gayatri bring their 2017 Tamil hit film 'Vikram Vedha' to Bollywood in 2022. Starring Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan in the lead, the film is a stylised, glossier version of the original which showcases Roshan in a glamorous avatar even though he plays a gangster from the heartland. Is 'Vikram Vedha' a worthy remake of the Tamil hit? Watch Critically Speaking to know more

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Actress turned filmmaker Olivia Wilde's latest 'Don't Worry Darling' has been in news more for its internal fights than the film itself. But the film turns out to be interesting watch with Florence Pugh and Chris Pine shining in their respective roles. But is the film worth the hype? Watch Critically Speaking to know more!

Critically Speaking: Does 'Don't Worry Darling' live up to the hype?

Mani Ratnam on the relevance of 'Ponniyin Selvan: I' in present times

Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji's film 'Brahmastra' finally releases in theatres. The film has created a lot of buzz in the past few weeks, courted controversy and has been touted as the most expensive film ever made in Bollywood. The film has Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt pairing up onscreen for the first time. It also has some very prominent faces making cameo appearances. Is 'Brahamastra' worth your time? Does it live up to the hype? Watch Critically Speaking to find out.

Critically Speaking: Is 'Brahmastra' worth the hype?

Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh's new film 'Liger' was much hyped before its release. After all, it marks the Bollywood debut of Telugu film star Vijay Deverakonda. The film also features Ananya Panday, Ronit Roy, and Ramya Krishnan in prominent roles.

Critically Speaking: Vijay Deverakonda's 'Liger' misses the mark by a mile

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Critically Speaking: Is Anurag-Taapsee's 'Dobaaraa' worth your time?

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan returns to the big screen after four long years in director Advait Chandan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha'. A remake of the 1994 Hollywood classic 'Forrest Gump', the film has Khan playing a slow-witted man whose life is anything but ordinary. Recounting some of the most important chapters of Indian history, 'Laal Singh Chaddha' manages to create its own individuality despite being a remake. The film also has Kareena Kapoor Khan delivering a restraint performance as Rupa D'Souza, Laal's childhood sweetheart. Written by Atul Kulkarni, the film also has Naga Chaitanya and Manav Vij in pivotal roles. Should you be watching 'Laal Singh Chaddha'? Watch this video to know more.

Critically Speaking: Is 'Laal Singh Chaddha' worth the hype?

Anand L Rai's ' Raksha Bandhan' featuring Akshay Kumar in the lead is a film that tries too hard to drive home a relevant point. It resorts to melodrama to address the issue of dowry and result is a very loud film where the lead actor hams throughout. Is Akshay Kumar losing his spark? Watch the video to know more

Critically Speaking: Akshay Kumar's 'Raksha Bandhan' is too loud

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Critically Speaking: Should you be watching Alia Bhatt's 'Darlings'

<p>Three young men from the southern Indian state of Kerala braved an overflowing river to recreate a daring cinema stunt. They successfully performed the dangerous stunt and also made a video of it, with the movie song playing in the background. However, their glory remained short-lived, as a case under the Disaster Management Act has been slapped against the trio at Kerala's Moozhiyar Police station.</p>

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<p>A video of the stunt shows the youth swimming towards a floating log that is moving at a fast pace along the river. Afterwards, they are seen climbing onto the log and sailing on it. The youth have recreated a similar scene from the Mohanlal film 'Naran', where the actor swims across the tide to catch a large floating log.</p>

<p>Read More:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india13-ndrf-teams-deployed-in-kerala-tamil-nadu-amid-extremely-heavy-rainfall-alert-502862">&nbsp;India:13 NDRF teams deployed in Kerala &amp; Tamil Nadu amid extremely heavy rainfall alert</a></p>

<p>This incident comes at a time when several districts across Kerala are facing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and the Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for eight districts and an orange alert in five districts. Over the last few days, rain-related incidents have claimed over 20 lives in the state alone.&nbsp;</p>

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Three young men from the southern Indian state of Kerala braved an overflowing river to recreate a daring cinema stunt. They successfully performed the dangerous stunt and also made a video of it, with the movie song playing in the background.

Three young men from the southern Indian state of Kerala braved an overflowing river to recreate a daring cinema stunt. They successfully performed the dangerous stunt and also made a video of it, with the movie song playing in the background. However, their glory remained short-lived, as a case under the Disaster Management Act has been slapped against the trio at Kerala's Moozhiyar Police station. #kerala : Amid #keralarains ,3 youngsters recreated a scene from @Mohanlal film ‘Naran’, where the actor swims in a river in spate& catches a floating log Trio performed the daring act, floated on the log, uploaded the clip on social media..Now Slapped with Disaster Mgmt act 😂 pic.twitter.com/3UqiKqvcOR — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) August 4, 2022 × A video of the stunt shows the youth swimming towards a floating log that is moving at a fast pace along the river. Afterwards, they are seen climbing onto the log and sailing on it. The youth have recreated a similar scene from the Mohanlal film 'Naran', where the actor swims across the tide to catch a large floating log. Read More: India:13 NDRF teams deployed in Kerala & Tamil Nadu amid extremely heavy rainfall alert This incident comes at a time when several districts across Kerala are facing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and the Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for eight districts and an orange alert in five districts. Over the last few days, rain-related incidents have claimed over 20 lives in the state alone. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: Youth recreate cinema stunt during floods & share video; slapped with case

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