Wondering What To Watch Next? Here Are 15 New Web-Shows & Movies Perfect For Weekend Binge

Are you also planning to go for social distancing? There are several great shows that you can watch on OTT platforms sitting at home. Wondering what shall be your pick? Here¡¯s a list of new shows released this month. These web-shows and movies make for the perfect weekend binge.

#1 Special Ops (Hotstar)

Directed by Neeraj Pandey, the filmmaker who has helmed critically acclaimed movies like Special 26, A Wednesday, Baby, M.S. Dhoni, and Aiyaaryi among others, Special Ops is an Indian original series that is based on/inspired by the role of Indian intelligence in a series of real terror attacks.

From 2001 attack on Indian Parliament to 26/11 and Kashmir terror attacks, each episode of Special OPS, that stars Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tracker, Vipul Gupta, Sana Khan, Meher Vij and Divya Dutta among others, features a different story.

#2 Dirty Money season 2 (Netflix)

After a mind-blowing and incredible season one, Dirty Money is back with six-episode Season 2. The investigative documentary created by Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney whose first season gave an insight into corruption in the business world including the controversial scandals that include HSBC¡¯s money laundering for the Sinaloa Cartel, Hezbollah, has bring forth many banking, real estate, toxic plastics and other scandals that has put humanity in danger.

#3 She (Netflix)

Following the story of female cops, She is a story of an undercover cop who is on her journey to discover her sexuality while she is taking down a drug cartel. This empowering show that is breaking a lot of stereotypes has been written by Imtiaz Ali that stars Aaditi Pohankar as Bhumika Pardesi Gully Boy fame Vijay Varma in lead roles.

#4 Plot Against America (Hotstar)

If you¡¯re open to different opinions and alternate history spikes your interest level, Plot Against America shall be on your must-watch list this weekend. Based on the critically acclaimed eponymous 2004 novel written by Philip Roth, Plot Against America narrates the story of the US from the point of view of a working-class Jewish family in New Jersey. It talks about xenophobia and facism, which is highly relatable considering the times we live in.

#5 Self Made (Netflix)

Bringing forth the story of Madam CJ, the African-American hair care entrepreneur who went on to become America¡¯s first female self-made millionaire, this show is indeed a must watch for you all. Starring Oscar-winning actress Olivia Spencer in the lead role of Madam CJ Walker and also starring Blair Underwood and Tiffany Haddish, Self Made is based on a book written about Walker by her great-great-granddaughter A¡¯Lelia Bundles.

#6 Maska (Netflix)

Marking the return of Manisha Koirala, Maska revolves around a 19-year-old boy who wants to become an actor. He faces a dilemma after his family wants him to run their Irani caf¨¦ instead.

If you live in Mumbai, you know the importance of the Irani caf¨¦s culturally. Showcasing the problems of a boy with big dreams born in a middle class family, Maska has featured Shirley Setia, Javed Jaffrey and Nikita Dutta in prominent roles.

#7 Panga (Hotstar)

Kangana Ranaut starrer Panga, in which she plays the role of a national level Kabbadi player is also available on Hotstar. If you missed watching this feel-good heartwarming story in theatres, it is available on Hotstar to watch!

#8 Relatively Relatable ¨C Stand Up Special By Naveen Richard (Amazon Prime)

If you just want to enjoy some laughs, this refreshing one-hour comedy set by Naveen Richard is available on Amazon Prime. It¡¯s quite relatable and hilarious as well!

#9 Pushpavalli season 2 (Amazon Prime)

Remember season one of Pushpavalli that starred comedian Sumukhi Suresh in the lead role who falls in love with a man at an organic store and then follows him to Bengaluru? The show is back with the feel-good story in season 2. She still cannot get over the man. The regular story of a girl next door has many wonderful and hilarious moments that will keep you hooked.

#10 Pet Sematary (Amazon Prime)

If you are a fan of horror movies, Pet Sematary, a 2019 horror/thriller movie is available online for you. Filled with a lot of scary moments that have twists in the form of pets, the 2019 remake of Stephen King's Pet Sematary is a good spooky watch this weekend.

#11 Little Fires Everywhere (Hotstar)

If you loved Big Little Lies and you enjoyed its realism, you would definitely love Little Fires Everywhere. Based on the 2017 namesake novel by Celeste Ng, it follows the story of two women who are on the opposite sides of the class divide. It stars dynamite duo Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washingto.

#12 Inmates (TVF)

Do you live away from your family or have you ever done that? The experience is almost always crazy, right? Inmates will remind you of how quirky roommates go through their weird lives together. This TVF original is definitely a fun watch that celebrates friendship.

#13 The Test (Amazon Prime)

Australian cricket team¡¯s Steven Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft were banned for using sandpaper to tamper the ball during the test series. To shed light on the controversy, journey of Aussie team¡¯s dressing rooms and exposure of the truth, this docu-series is definitely a good watch for sports fans.

#14 Blow The Man Down (Amazon Prime)

Blow The Man Down is one of the best films you¡¯ll watch this month, if you haven¡¯t already. It¡¯s a story about two girls who accidentally commit a murder. How do they deal with it? How do they hide the evidence and traces? Their journey is filled with suspense and is thrilling.

#15 Making The Cut (Amazon Prime)

Are you a fan of fashion? This light and fun reality TV show revolves around fashion designers who battle out to win against each other. There are several challenges and tasks that put their entrepreneurial and artistic skills to test. It¡¯s a good weekend binge.

Have a great weekend!