Marching into summer with April, OTT platforms are going all out. While you will have much-loved shows like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel going into its final season, there will also be popular shows like the Indian Matchmaking with its third season of Seema Tapadia and her Seema-isms, and the much-awaited Citadel, starring our very own Priyanka Chopra Jonas. These, and so much more, week after week, are in store in April, so get set to binge!
Faraaz, Netflix, April
Based on the 2016 terror attack at the Holey Artisan Bakery in Dhaka, Bangladesh, this action thriller directed by Hansal Mehta has an ensemble cast of Zahan Kapoor, Juhi Babbar, Aditya Rawal, Aamir Ali and others. Power packed performances including the six debutants, makes this one worth a watch.
War Sailor, Netflix, April 5
Written and directed by Gunnar Vikene, this three-episode limited series starring Kristoffer Joner, Pal Sverre Hagen, and Ine Marie Wilmann among others and is based on true stories of Norwegian merchant sailors and their families during and after World War II. It is an adaptation of Norway’s biggest theatrical hit and features new and never-seen-before footage.
IRL — In Real Love, Netflix, April 6
Hosted by Rannvijay Singha, Gauahar Khan, this show is about four single people's quest to find that one true love through multiple connections.
Beef, Netflix, April 6
This series is a dark comedy drama starring Steven Yeun and Ali Wong and follows two strangers whose lives converge during a road rage incident.
Oh Belinda, Netflix, April 7
The protagonist in this comedy drama is an actress whose life turns upside down completely when she finds herself living the life of a character she’d agreed to play for a shampoo commercial.
Romancham, Disney+ Hotstar, April 7
Written and directed by Jithu Madhavan, this Malyalam horror comedy starring Soubin Shahir, Arjun Asokan, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Sajin Gopu, is inspired by some events that took place in 2007. Its a fictional story of seven friends who use the Ouija board to summon good spirits.
Transatlantic, Netflix, April 7
This seven-part limited is based on the novel The Flight Portfolio by Julie Orringer and is about the true story of the Emergency Rescue Committee that was just two Americans and their allies who have a rescue operation in Marseilles to help refugees fleeing Europe during World War II.
Tiny Beautiful Things, Disney+ Hotstar, April 7
This limited series is an adaptation of the best-selling collection by Cheryl Strayed. Starring Kathryn Hahn, the show follows the life of a writer who despite her personal struggles, helps others through her column.
Byomkesh O Pinjrapol, HoiChoi, April 7
Based on Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay's Chiriyakhana, this Bengali series directed by Sudipto Roy, is about private detective Byomkesh Bakshi and his best friend author Ajit Kumar Banerjee, as they uncover a spine-chilling mystery, where everyone is a suspect.
Party Down: Season 3, Lionsgate Play, April 7
Touted to be the best comedy sitcom of 2009, this series starring Adam Scott, Jane Lynch, Lizzy Caplan and Ryan Hansen is known for its impeccable comic timing. Into its third season, this one follows a group of struggling actors who move to Los Angeles in hopes of making it big but end up as party caterers.
Chupa, Netflix, April 7
The film’s protagonist Alex, a teenager, visits his family in Mexico, and discovers a young chupacabra hiding in his grandpa’s shed. This mythical creature looks like a spiky haired dog that has wings and sharp teeth. To save it, Alex and his cousins embark on an adventure.
Jubilee, Amazon Prime Video, April 7
Created and directed by Vikramaditya Motwane this period drama series stars Aditi Rao Hydari, Sidhant Gupta, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Ram Kapoor, Aparshakti Khurana, and Wamiqa Gabbi. It tells the story of the politics, romance, and the business of the film industry in the Bombay of the 1940s-50s.
Hunger, Netflix, April 8
Aoy runs her family’s stir-fried noodles restaurant, and she knows she is special and gifted, but when she joins Chef Paul’s team she comes to know about the other side of the food business and the industry.
Rennervations, Disney+, April 12
This four-part series with a star-studded cast, including Anthony Mackie, Vanessa Hudgens, Sebastián Yatra and Anil Kapoor, is about Jeremy Renner’s lifelong passion for giving back to communities across the world. It takes us behind the scenes and shows his creative vision of reimagining purpose-built vehicles to meet unique needs.
American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing, Netflix, April 12
Ten years after the Boston Marathon bombing left a city paralysed this three-part documentary series looks into this real life incident and the massive manhunt that followed this tragedy.
Jubilee Part 2, Amazon Prime Video, April 14
This Vikramaditya Motwane directorial’s part 1 has five episodes and the second part releases on April 14. The series stars Bengali superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee along with Aditi Rao Hydari, Aparshakti Khurana, Wamiqa Gabbi, Sidhant Gupta, Nandish Sandhu and Ram Kapoor, alongside Shweta Basu Prasad, Arun Govil, Sukhmanee Lamba, Aarya Bhatta, Narottam Bain, Alok Arora and Suhani Popli in pivotal roles.
Shehzada, Netflix, April 14
The official Hindi remake of Allu Arjun's Telugu superhit action drama Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, this Kartik Aaryan starrer is making its OTT debut on April 14. It also stars Kriti Sanon, Manisha Koirala, Paresh Rawal, Ronit Roy, and Sachin Khedekar.
Mitran Da Naa Chalda, Zee 5, April 14
Laadi, a school dropout, wants to help four women accused of murder. He is a school dropout and his limited knowledge of law might not be enough to save them.
Mrs Undercover, Zee 5, April 14
Directed by Anushree Mehta this action comedy stars Radhika Apte, Sumeet Vyas and Rajesh Sharma in the lead. Radhika plays an undercover agent who has been living as a middle class housewife for 10 years, and is called back to duty.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Season 5 Amazon Prime Video April 14
In the last six years, every season of this series has won not just hearts but awards as well — 20 Primetime Emmy Awards, six Critics Choice Awards; four Screen Actors Guild Awards; three Golden Globe Awards and more. The fifth season will release with a three-episode capsule and will be followed by weekly episodes till the last one on May 26.
Plane, Lionsgate Play, April 14
Starring Gerard Butler and Mike Colter this movie with a riveting narrative and thrilling storyline follows a pilot, who is forced to land in a war zone due to a storm and has a severely damaged aircraft with a fugitive in tow.
Projapati, Zee 5, April 14
Directed by Avijit Sen, this Bangla film stars legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty along with Dev, Mamata Shankar, and Shweta Bhattacharya. The film is about a father's wish to see his son married.
Seven Kings Must Die, Netflix, April 14
Starring Mark Rowley, Arnas Fedaravicius, Rod Hallett, and Harry Gilby among others, this series, a sequel to The Last Kingdom TV series, is based on The Saxon Stories by Bernard Cornwell.
Masooda, Aha, April 14
This Tamil thriller is the story of a software employee Gopikrishna and his neighbours science teacher Neelam and her young daughter Naziya. One night Neelam bangs on Gopi’s door for help, and the latter recognizes Naziya exhibiting signs of what could either be mental illness or possession.
How to Get Rich, Netflix, April 18
Finance guru Ramit Sethi helps people to achieve their richest lives in this series.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Disney+ Hotstar, April 18
Scott Lang and Hope Van Dyne return to the movie that launches the fifth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, to carry on their journeys as Ant-Man and the Wasp.
Longest Third Date, Netflix, April 18
Matt and Khani meet on Hinge and they decide to fly to Costa Rica for their third date. This becomes a never-ending date as the world shuts down in March 2020 due to the pandemic.
Chimp Empire, Netflix, April 19
This docu series showcasing the life and drama of the biggest colony of chimpanzees in Uganda, will be narrated by the Academy Award-winning and beloved actor Mahershala Ali.
The Song of Glory, MX Player April 19
This Chinese series on the Song empire and Shen family, tells the story of the brave lady Li Ge and the governor Liu Yikang, who join forces, get married just to bring peace and prosperity to their nation.
Court Lady, MX Player, April 19
This historical adventure romance drama is based on the screenplay by Feng Nong. It was directed by Yu Zheng and Li Hui Zhu.
The Diplomat, Netflix April 20
Not suited for the high profile post she is offered during a major global crisis, a diplomat faces some impossible decisions that affects her future, both personal and otherwise.
Mohanagar Season 2, hoichoi April 20
The second season of the critically acclaimed thriller-drama series, has been directed by Ashfaque Nipun. It shows the morally dubious nature of the metro city and its inhabitants including the corrupt police, the broken system, politics of the upper class and the influential.
Tooth Pari: When Love Bites, Netflix, April 20
Starring Tanya Maniktala, Shantanu Maheshwari, this series is the story of a vampire with a broken tooth falling in love with a shy dentist.
Ex-Addicts Club, Netflix, April 20
In this comedy series Raysa, Tina, Asep, and Kori are unable to move on and so make a support group called Ex-Addicts Club.
One More Time, Netflix, April 21
A 40-year-old woman wishes to be 18 on her birthday and her wish comes true as she gets to relive her 18th birthday over and over again for over a year. She has to set things right to get out of the loop.
Rio Connection, SonyLIV April 21
A look at how three European gangsters took over all organized crime back in the 1970s and how the authorities close in on them.
SUGA: Road To D-DAY Disney+, April 21
Travelling the world Suga searches for fresh new stories and aspirations.
Indian Matchmaking Season 3, on Netflix, April 21
From London to Los Angeles and New Delhi, matchmaker Sima Taparia helps more marriage-ready singles find romance while providing plenty of reality checks along the way.
A Tourist’s Guide to Love, Netflix, April 21
When the protagonist, a travel executive, separates from her boyfriend, a free-spirited Vietnamese expat tour guide shows her how to live life like an adventure.
Garmi, SonyLIV, April 21
This series is touted to be based on Tigmanshu Dhulia’s political thriller Haasil and shows how the protagonist, a student, Arvind Shukla moves forward in the world of politics, crime, and dishonesty.
Judy Blume Forever, April 21, Amazon Prime Video
If you grew up reading Judy Blume, you should check out this documentary on the award-winning author by filmmakers Davina Pardo and Leah Wolchok.
Dead Ringers, Amazon Prime Video, April 21
In order to challenge outmoded practices and advance women's health care, twins Elliot and Beverly (Rachel Weisz) push limits of medical eithics.
The Professor, Lionsgate Play, April 21
Starring Johnny Depp, this comedy-drama is about Richard’s rebellious adventure after learning he’s been diagnosed with cancer. Realizing that life is no fun when you’re a goody-two shoes, Richard gives into his impulses, much to his family’s dismay and students’ delight.
Ghosted, Apple TV+, April 21
Chris Evans falls for Ana de Armas (a secret agent) and they get together to save the world in this romantic and thrilling adventure drama.
Matildas: The World At Our Feet, Disney Plus, April 26
This six-part series follows the Australian women's national football team, the Matildas, both on and off the field as they prepare for their biggest challenge.
Peter Pan & Wendy, Disney+, April 28
This is a live-action adaptation of the much-loved animated classic, Peter Pan and Wendy. Directed by David Lowery this thrilling adventure drama stars Jude Law, Alexander Molony, Ever Anderson, Yara Shahidi, Alyssa Wapanatahk, Joshua Pickering, Jacobi Jupe, Molly Parker, Alan Tudyk, and Jim Gaffigan.
Midnight in the Switchgrass, Lionsgate Play, April 28
This crime-suspense-thriller, starring Megan Fox, Bruce Willis and Lukas Haas in lead roles is about two FBI agents crossing paths with a Florida cop who’s solving a thread of unsolved murders that appear to be related. When a sting operation goes horribly wrong, they find themselves in deep trouble.
Citadel, Amazon Prime Video, April 28
This six-episode, action, sci-fi-thriller, starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden, is about a spy agency that falls and subsequently their agents' memories are erased. However, they need to fight the powerful crime syndicate that did all this and for that they have to remember their past and fight back.
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