'Darling,' 'Shekhar Homes': Fresh Indian content to stream this I-Day
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Bollywood is set to entertain audiences with a slew of new releases across various platforms this long Independence Day weekend.
Expect a mix of romantic comedies like Darling, intense thrillers such as Shekhar Homes, and gripping dramas to suit diverse tastes.
The exciting lineup includes content across Disney+ Hotstar, SonyLIV, JioCinema, and theatrical releases.
Here's a glimpse of the entertaining options awaiting viewers in the days ahead.
Crime series
'Shekhar Homes' streaming on JioCinema
On Wednesday (August 14), JioCinema released Shekhar Homes—a series set in the early 1990s in Lonpur, Bihar.
Directed by Rohan Sippy and Srijit Mukherji, the show stars Kay Kay Menon as an investigator who relies on human intelligence to solve cases.
The cast also includes Ranvir Shorey, Rasika Dugal, and Kirti Kulhari.
This crime series promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with its thrilling plot and stellar performances.
Romantic comedy
'Darling': A Telugu romantic comedy
Darling, a Telugu romantic comedy directed by Aswin Raam, premiered on Disney+ Hotstar on Tuesday (August 13). It was released theatrically on July 19 and received acclaim.
The film stars Priyadarshi Pulikonda and Nabha Natesh and follows the story of a young man who accidentally marries a woman with a split personality disorder.
This quirky plot promises to deliver laughs and heartwarming moments in equal measure.
Musical thriller
'Chamak: The Conclusion' to premiere on SonyLIV
Another OTT release you can check out this week is SonyLIV's Chamak: The Conclusion. It will premiere on Friday (August 16). This musical thriller directed by Rohit Jugra delves into the dark side of the music industry.
It stars Paramvir Cheena, Isha Talwar, and Mohit Malik.
The series offers a unique blend of music and suspense, promising to keep viewers hooked with its intriguing plot and captivating performances.
Theatrical releases
'Vedaa' and 'Khel Khel Mein' to hit theaters
Theaters will see the release of Vedaa on Thursday. Directed by Nikkhil Advani and starring John Abraham and Sharvari, the film tells the story of a young woman who challenges societal repression with the help of an ex-army officer.
Other cast members include Abhishek Banerjee and Tamannaah Bhatia.
Also hitting theaters on Thursday is Khel Khel Mein—a dramedy directed by Mudassar Aziz.
The film revolves around a dinner party where friends surrender their phones, leading to chaos and revelations.
Sequel
'Stree 2' to continue the horror-comedy saga
The hotly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit Stree, titled Stree 2, will also be released in theaters on Thursday (August 15), alongside Vedaa and KKM.
Directed by Amar Kaushik and starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, the film continues the blend of horror and comedy as the characters face a new monstrous threat.
The sequel also features Banerjee, Pankaj Tripathi, and Aparshakti Khurrana.