2021 Rewind: 16 Web Series And Movies That Turned Out To Be Game Changers This Year
It¡¯s that time of the year again, when we sit back and rewind the year that has gone by. 2021 saw a bevy of phenomenal web series and films. It¡¯s only recently that normalcy is slowly creeping in with the reopening of cinema halls and theatres. A major portion of the year revolved around binge watching content on OTTs much like 2020.
It¡¯s that time of the year again, when we sit back and rewind the year that has gone by. 2021 saw a bevy of phenomenal web series and films. It¡¯s only recently that normalcy is slowly creeping in with the reopening of cinema halls and theatres. A major portion of the year revolved around binge watching content on OTTs much like 2020.
Despite unprecedented times, viewers were treated with fabulous content on a loaded platter. Without wasting time, let¡¯s dive into the game changers of this year. Scroll!
1. Vincenzo
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One of the most streamed K-dramas of this year, Vincenzo revolves around Italian mafia, legal drama and lots of unresolved mysteries surrounding the Cassano family. It¡¯s not just engrossing, even the writing is flawless. Loaded with several plot twists, wit and betrayals, this one is worth the time.
Where to watch: Netflix
2. Loki
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What more can a Marvel fan ask for? Just when we thought they brought the curtain down with Endgame, the studio surprised us with a series on our favorite God Of Mischief aka Loki. It kickstarts right after the events of Avengers: Endgame.
Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar
3. Tandav
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Not only did the show catch everyone¡¯s fancy, it was embroiled in several controversies for hurting religious sentiments.There was a lot of brouhaha that followed. The series revolved around the dark side of Indian politics, where people went all out in pursuit of power. Packed with phenomenal performances by seasoned actors, it took the level of Indian shows to new heights.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
4. Squid Game
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As if the craze for K-dramas wasn¡¯t enough, Squid Game upped the ante. A show about a contest with 456 takers eyeing for a jaw-dropping prize money, Squid Game is as dark and lethal as it can get. It broke all records and became the most streamed show on Netflix.
Where to watch: Netflix
5. Wandavision
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Another one from Marvel Studios, Wanda Maximoff and Vision ¨C two super-powered beings living their ideal suburban life, begin to suspect that everything is not as it seems. This is another spin-off series that takes place three weeks after the events of Avengers: Endgame.
Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar
6. Mare Of Easttown
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Kate Winslet as small town Detective Mare Sheehan isn¡¯t an exaggerated version of a cop. She is on a quest to get to the bottom of a murder of a teenaged mother who mysteriously dies in the suburbs of Philadelphia. This show is a whodunit drama and Mare is shown at the epicenter of it all.
Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar
7. Ted Lasso
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Revolving around an American football coach who takes up the responsibility of a mediocre English soccer club, it stars Jason Sudeikis in the titular role of Ted Lasso, who has good intentions and an unconventional style. He is incessantly mocked by arrogant players but in the end he wins them over and becomes a favourite of everyone, thanks to his endearing and relentless optimism.
Where to watch: Apple TV+
8. Maid
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This show is said to bring out extreme emotions through a perfectly weaved journey of a maid/househelp. Alex Russel survives domestic violence, PTSD, poverty, and what not for her daughter. Everything that she does, she does it for her daughter.
Where to watch: Netflix
9. Maharani
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It is a fictional story revolving around Rani Bharti, a homemaker and the wife of Bihar's chief minister Bheema. All she cares about is her house and her husband. She wants to pack her bags and go back to the village after her husband resigns from the post of Bihar's CM but fate has other plans.
Where to watch: SonyLiv
10. The Empire
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The Empire series spans two centuries ¡ª from Babur to Aurangzeb ¡ª and stretches from Uzbekistan in the north to southern India. The eight-episode series traces the saga of Emperor Babur, ¡®from the valley of Ferghana to Samarkand and beyond¡¯.
The official synopsis of the series reads, ¡±The king of Ferghana dies in an accident, and a young prince is now tasked with taking over the throne. It¡¯s a time of great distress due to imminent danger from an evil warlord. An assassination attempt on the king further deepens the worries about the vulnerability of Ferghana. The young king must now take responsibility for an entire kingdom.¡±
Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar
11. Godzilla Vs Kong
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King Kong is transported out of his containment zone after Godzilla resurfaces and creates mayhem. Humans need his help to reach Hollow Earth and find a way to subdue the king of the monsters. Jia, an orphaned girl, has a unique and powerful bond with the mighty beast. The initial confrontation between the two titans is just the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the planet.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
12. Shershaah
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This film is based on a true life story of Indian army captain Vikram Batra who was awarded with the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest award for valour for his actions during the 1999 Kargil War. Right from his formative years to his bravery and sacrifice in the Kargil War, this movie is a true tribute to the martyr.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
13. Jai Bhim
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A pregnant woman from a primitive tribal community, searches desperately for her husband, who is missing from police custody. A High Court advocate rises in support to find her husband and seek justice for them.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
14. Sardar Udham
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This movie is on the life of Sardar Udham Singh, a revolutionary freedom fighter who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in London to take revenge for the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre in Amritsar.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
15. The White Tiger
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Produced by Priyanka Chopra, The White Tiger is a story of a poor guy who becomes a chauffeur to a rich Indian family. He uses his wit and cunningness to escape from poverty and rise to the top as an entrepreneur.
Where to watch: Netflix
16. Clickbait
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This crime drama follows Pia and Sophie who try to save Nick, Pia's brother and Sophie's husband, after he was kidnapped. Projected as a loving partner and sibling, his kidnapper accuses him of being abusive to women.
Where to watch: Netflix
Bhavya Sadhwani heads Indiatimes OTT section - Binge. She calls herself an entertainment ninja and OTT content sucker. She loves to write on web series, movies, documentaries, reality shows and everything else that releases on digital platforms. She forms a special bond with those who share her love for cringe content.
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