List Hai Toh Hit Hai

Denis Villeneuve’s blockbuster Dune took home six Oscars this year. The critically acclaimed film, based on Frank Herbert’s novels, has amassed a cult following across the globe. On today’s List hai toh hit hai podcast we take a look at six films and TV shows you might enjoy if you loved Dune. I'm your host Nikhil, let's kickstart the list Star Trek (1969) - (Netflix) One of the earliest and most popular adaptations of intergalactic space exploration was the 1969 TV series Star Trek. Starring William Shatner, Leanord Nimoy, along with a vast ensemble, the story is about a spaceship called the U.S.S Enterprise in the 23rd century and its crew led by Captain James T Kirk, played by Shatner. They are tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets. The series has become part of pop culture and has spawned multiple reboots, remakes, and spin-offs in both film and television. Cowboy Bebop (1998) (Netflix) Revered as one of the greatest anime TV shows ever created, Cowboy Bebop, was lauded for its unique aesthetic of intertwining western and noir themes into a futuristic story about intergalactic space exploration and human settlements in the outer reaches of the galaxy. The engaging narrative was aided by its compelling characters and excellent music. It was recently made into an unsuccessful live-action adaptation by Netflix and was canceled after one season. However, the animated version released in 1996 continues to be held in high regard. The Expanse (2015-2022) (Prime Video) The Expanse is possibly one of the lesser-known titles on this list. However, the critically acclaimed series offers one of the most riveting narratives about a futuristic human civilisation that has colonized various planets. Based on the novels by Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, the series was developed by Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby. It ran for six seasons and was produced by Amazon Studios. The series was praised for its visuals, sound, design, and relevant socio-political themes. Star Wars: A New Hope (Episode IV) (Disney+ Hotstar) The biggest and most popular name on this list is Star Wars: A New Hope - the film that launched the multi-billion dollar franchise. It is widely regarded as one of the best in the series, one that redefined the sci-fi genre. Created by George Lucas, it stars Mark Hamil, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Alec Guinness in lead roles, The story and the lore have taken inspiration from Frank Herbert’s Dune. Foundation (2021) (Apple TV+) The first mainstream story about human settlement in outer space was introduced to the general audience when Issac Asimov released the first novel of Foundation in 1951. In fact, Asimov is revered as one of the pioneers of science fiction stories that has inspired nearly every film and TV show on this list in some capacity. Apple TV+ released a live-action adaptation of the novels last year titled Foundation. It offered some of the best visuals and innovative world-building ever seen on television. While the narrative for season one is inconsistent at times, the stunning cinematography and engrossing performances by Lee Pace and Jared Harris make for an engaging TV show. Blade Runner 2049 (2017) (Netflix) The final film on this list is Blade Runner 2049, helmed by none other than Dune director, Denis Villeneuve. The film is a sequel to Ridley Scott’s cult classic Blade Runner, released in 1982 starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer. The sequel stars Ryan Gosling in the lead alongside Harrison Ford, with Ana de Armas, Dave Bautista, Robin Wright, David Dastmalchian, and Jared Leto in supporting roles. Just like the first film, Blade Runner 2049 unfortunately underwhelmed commercially. However, it was critically acclaimed on release, and the cyberpunk film is regarded as one of the best sci-fi movies of all time. Well that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai episode for today, until the next podcast its your host Nikhil signing out Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Written by - Ryan Gomez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Oscars are back, and this year’s Academy Awards had many firsts, and we don’t just mean the choice of winners. If you’ve crawled through your social media feed, you’re already updated on the onstage altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock. But the event hosted by Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes, and Regina Hall was a ceremony packed with unceremonious exchanges. From intentionally confusing siblings to be a couple to objectifying male actors for a laugh, this was an event that would be remembered for years, but for reasons beyond the winners. So for today’s episode of List hai toh hit hai, we’re revisiting 5 Oscar moments that were just as awkward as Will Smith laying a tight one across Chris Rock’s face and perhaps, just as inappropriate as the G.I.Jane comment that triggered it. Amy Schumer confuses Kirsten Dunst for a sit-filler First up, Amy Schumer’s crowd work at the event could be dubbed as anything but politically correct. One of her most inappropriate digs at the Oscars found her scampering into the audience to heckle the esteemed guests. Do note, this was shortly after Will Smith’s public display of rage when the audience was already in a tense and awkward mood. Schumer’s targets were The Power of the Dog actors Jesse Plemons and his wife and co-star, Kirsten Dunst. Schumer introduced the Oscar-nominated actress Dunst as a ‘seat filler’ and commended her on the job and even asked her to “visit the washroom” while she took her seat to break into a banter with Plemons. While the setup for the joke was not entirely offensive, Schumer’s execution seemed forced and Plemons’ unenthusiastic reaction took the wind out of the gag. Amy Schumer on the Ukrainian war If Sean Penn’s threats of melting his Oscar trophies if Ukrainian President Zelensky wasn’t allowed to voice his concerns at the Academy Awards is anything to go by, one knows that Hollywood is serious about their stand on world affairs. But Schumer’s one-cent-worth on the war in Ukraine shot with a smug face and disinterested manner, seemed particularly in poor taste. While wrapping up her audience exchanges, Schumer suddenly broke into“…and there is a genocide going on in the Ukraine and women are losing their rights, and now please welcome last year’s winner, and trans people, for actor in a leading role Anthony Hopkins.” Now, this is why those operating the teleprompters should hold their drinks till the afterparty. The sudden and fleeting reference to the war in Ukraine was glaringly misplaced, and addressing ‘trans people’ was perhaps a bizarre pivot from women’s rights being infringed. Sadly, she dashed through the segment like a zombie on antibiotics, leaving the audience at the event and the rest of us watching at home, equally confused and uncomfortable. Leonardo DiCaprio’s allegedly young girlfriends Earlier in the show, Amy Schumer took a dig at Leonardo DiCaprio implying that he prefers to date young women. While this may seem unobjectionable, the construct of the joke could imply the vast difference between their ages and also that some of DiCaprio’s female friends might just be underage. Building up the gag like an elaborate ruse, Schumer said, “What can I even say about him, he’s done so much to fight climate change and leave behind a cleaner, greener planet for his girlfriends.” Jokes about DiCaprio’s young girlfriends have been around and noted comedians such as Ricky Gervais have managed to pull off some of the best with a straight face. But Schumer botched up the execution yet again and perhaps, went a little too far, almost implying that DiCaprio dates women who may just be a little ‘too young’. Objectifying male actors Regina Hall’s segment where she objectifies male actors who are single cannot be faulted for its execution. It did induce a few genuine laughs, even though there would have been an uproar if the roles were reversed and a male host objectified single female actors. However, the segment veered into ‘creepy territory’ when she invited Josh Brolin and Jason Momoa onstage to present the next set of awards. The joke centred around Hall ‘compelled’ to perform an aggressive ‘pat-down’ on both Brolin and Momoa as part of the ‘procedure’, which bordered on the lines of Hall groping both actors rather inappropriately. Even though both went along with it, they did not appear too thrilled and the gag left many feeling positively unsettled. Maggie and Jake Gyllenhaal The worst joke of the night belonged to Schumer, again. In one of her monologues, she said, “We’re honouring a lot of couples here tonight — Jada and Will Smith, Penélope and Javier Bardem, Maggie and Jake Gyllenhaal.” Dubbing siblings Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal as a couple could pass as unobjectionable, especially going by how the night eventually panned out. But Schumer made it worse by uttering the words. “It’s a night for lovers,” possibly implying incest. A joke that only Jamie and Cersei Lannister would appreciate and one that could actually be worse th

Welcome to the theme-based podcast List Hain toh hit hai, I'm your host Nikhil. The state of Kashmir has been a subject of controversy for several years, but it remains to be one of the most popular destinations for its scenic beauty. This has compelled filmmakers to often incorporate Kashmir into their narratives, for both its visual aesthetic and the unique stories Kashmir has to offer. So here is a list of films where the state is used as a narrative tool, akin to a character, in popular films. Notebook The 2019 film produced by Salman Khan is a romantic drama set in Kashmir. The film stars Zaheer Iqbal as Kabir Kaul and Pranutan Bahl as Firdaus Quadri in lead roles. Directed by Nitin Kakkar the film tells the tale of Kabir, a former army officer, who returns to teach at his father's school to help save it from closure. He soon falls in love with a former teacher who had left behind memorabilia in her old classroom. The film was praised for its cinematography and performance by the cast. If you haven't watched this film yet then do so streaming on Amazon Prime Video Mission Kashmir Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s action thriller is one of the most critically acclaimed films on this list. The film features a star-studded ensemble of Hrithik Roshan, Sanjay Dutt, Preity Zinta, Sonali Kulkarni, and Jackie Shroff. The story follows Roshan’s character, Altaaf Khan, who joins a militant group in search of revenge after he discovers that the person responsible for his family’s death was none other than his guardian, the police chief, whose role is essayed by Sanjay Dutt. The film is a social commentary on war and how it impacts children and survivors. Catch this film streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Google Play and AppleTV Roja Roja is widely regarded as one of the most popular films from the Tamil industry. It is also the film that propelled A R Rahman to stardom with some of the most iconic soundtracks ever created for any film. Directed by the legendary Mani Ratnam, the film stars Arvind Swami and Madhoo in lead roles. The story follows Madhoo’s character in search of her husband, kidnapped by militants in Kashmir. The multiple National Award-winning film remains a classic and has been dubbed in several regional languages. If you haven't watched this flick yet then so it's streaming on Amazon Prime video, Zee5, Sun NXT and Google Play Fanaa The 2006 film, Fanaa, is a romantic thriller starring Aamir Khan and Kajol in lead roles. Directed by Kunal Kohli, parts of the film are inspired by Ken Follet’s novel, Eye of the Needle, which was also made into a British film in 1981 starring Donald Sutherland. Fanaa tells the story of a blind Kashmiri woman played by Kajol who unwittingly falls in love with a militant insurgent played by Aamir Khan. If you haven't watch this yet then do so its streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Google Play and Apple TV Hamid Rasika Dugal, Vikas Kumar, and Talha Arshad Reshi play the lead roles in Hamid. The film tells the story of a young boy named Hamid who believes that he has found God’s phone number. In an attempt to reach his missing father through God, Hamid dials the number, only to be connected to a soldier trying to find amidst all the chaos. The film won several awards including a National Award and is directed by Aijaz Khan. Catch this streaming exclusively on Netflix Haider Loosely based on Shakespeare’s play, Hamlet, the film Haider, tells the story of the conflict in Kashmir following the insurgency in 1995. This riveting crime drama thriller stars Shahid Kapoor and Tabu in the lead roles with Shraddha Kapoor, Kay Kay Menon, and Irrfan Khan in supporting roles. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film won several awards including five National Film Awards. Catch this streaming Netflix, Zee5 and Apple TV.Well that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai episode for today, until the next podcast its your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of the theme based special podcast List hai toh hti hai exclusive on OTTplay . I'm your host Nikhil. On today’s podcast, we take a look at films and TV shows about successful entrepreneurs who fell from grace. Let's kick start the list for today. Super PumpedThe first season of the Showtime anthology series focuses on the rise of Uber and the dramatic fall of its founder Travis Kalanick, who was accused of creating a very unforgiving and toxic workplace environment. The series stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Travis Kalanick, with Kyle Chandler, Elisabeth Shue, and Uma Thurman playing supporting roles. The series is available to stream on Voot. The Dropout Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, The Dropout is a mini-series about the infamous Elizabeth Holmes who established a biotechnology company called Theranos, at the age of just 19. Amanda Seyfried plays the role of the disgraced entrepreneur, Holmes, while Naveen Andrews essays the role of the former president of Theranos Sunny Balwani. Watch this series of Disney+ Hotstar. WeCrashedThe series is an upcoming Apple TV+ series starring Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway. The Academy Award-winning stars will essay the role of Adam and Rebekah Neumann, founders of WeWork, a company that delivers flexible shared workspaces for technology startups. The series will focus on the rise and fall of the company, and it will be available on Apple TV+. Money Mafia Season Two Episode 6: Kerala’s Unpopular Saga The sixth episode of the second season of the anthology docuseries, Money Mafia, focuses on the fall of one of the most trusted finance companies in Kerala called Popular Finance. What was once a reliable family-run establishment in the eyes of the public in Pathanamthitta, soon became the center of a major scam. The episode highlights the plight of those affected by the fall of Popular Finance and the massive campaign organized by the local community in search of justice. Myth & Mogul: John DeLorean The three-part docu series focuses on the rise and fall of the DeLorean Motor Company and its founder John DeLorean. The company’s only car, the Delorean DMC-12, became part of pop culture after it featured prominently in the Back to the Future trilogy. The series chronicles DeLorean’s life from being one of the most revered automobile executives to his incarceration for aiding drugs smuggling, along with various accusations of fraud. The docuseries is available to stream on Netflix. Well that's the OTTplay theme based podcast List hai toh hit hai for today's episode, until the next podcast its your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, theme-based podcast, I'm your host Nikhil. The year 2022 is likely to be dominated by superhero content yet again, with powerhouses DC and Marvel set to lock horns to come out on top for the calendar year with several exciting titles. For today’s list, we take a look at the most anticipated DC films and TV shows of 2022. The Batman - March 4, 2022The latest iteration of the iconic Batman, directed by Matt Reeves will feature a younger Bruce Wayne/Batman played by Robert Pattinson. The film features Zoe Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Colin Ferrell as the Penguin, Jeffrey Wright as James Gordon, Paul Dano as the Riddler, and Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth. The film is set to hit theatres on the 4th of March this Friday, and the early reviews are overwhelmingly positive. The Sandman - 2022 Neil Gaiman’s critically acclaimed bestselling graphic novel is finally getting its live-action adaptation after being stuck in production limbo for several years. The series will premiere on Netflix this year and the story revolves around the Dream, an anthropomorphic personification of a metaphysical being, who is known by several names including Morpheus. The fantasy series stars Tom Sturridge as Morpheus or Dream, Game of Thrones stars Charles Dance and Gwendoline Christie, along with Boyd Holbrook, Vivienne Acheampong, Sanjeev Bhaskar, and Asim Chaudhry in supporting roles. Black Adam - July 29, 2022The much-anticipated film about Black Adam, an anti-hero and arch-nemesis to DC hero Shazam, is set to be released on July 29 this year. The film stars Dwayne ‘the Rock’ Johnson as the titular character, and he will be joined by a star-studded ensemble which includes Person of Interest star Sarah Shahi, Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone, Noah Centineo as the Atom Smasher, and former James Bond Pierce Brosnan the iconic Kent Nelson/Doctor Fate - members of the Justice Society of America from the Golden Age of comics. The film is directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. Titans Season 4 - 2022 The fourth season of the live-action adaptation of Teen Titans titled Titans is set for a 2022 release. The fourth season wil l feature Dick Grayson aka Nightwing, Batman’s former protege and the first Robin played by Brenton Thwaites, leading the Titans against the forces of evil. The series stars Anna Diop Kory as Anders/Starfire, Teagan Croft as Rachel Roth/Raven, Ryan Potter as Gar Logan/Beast Boy, Curran Walters as Jason Todd/Red Hood, Conor Leslie Donna Troy/Wondergirl, and Joshua Orpin as Conner Kent/Superboy. The Flash - November 4, 2022 Ezra Miller is set to reprise his role as Barry Allan aka the Flash. The standalone film is rumoured to reset the DCEU timeline, erasing the events from Zack Snyder’s previous films. The Flash is directed by Andy Muschietti and features Ben Affleck as Batman with Michale Keaton also playing an older Batman from an alternate timeline, reprising his role from Tim Burton’s Batman films from the late 80s and early 90s. The film will hit theatres on November 4, 2022, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom - December 16, 2022 Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is the sequel to the hit 2018 film, Aquaman. Jason Momoa will reprise his role as Arthur Curry/Aquaman, King of the seven seas. Amber Heard will also reprise her role as Mera, with James Wan also returning as director. Further details regarding the film have been kept under wraps by Warner Bros. The film is set for a holiday release on December 16, 2022 Sweet Tooth season 2 - 2022The hit 2021 Netflix series Sweet Tooth, will return for a second season in 2022. The fantasy drama series based on DC’s Vertigo imprint of comics showcases a post-apocalyptic world where some newborn babies are a hybrid of either plants or animals. The series stars Nonso Anozie and Christian Convery in lead roles. Batgirl - 2022One of Batman’s most popular sidekicks, Batgirl, will have her own standalone film this year. The film will feature Barbara Gordon aka Batgirl, daughter of Commissioner Gordon played by JK Simmons. The titular superhero will be played by Leslie Grace, while Michael Keaton returns as Bruce Wayne/Batman. Brendan Fraser will make his return to blockbuster films in Batgirl as the villainous Garfield Lynns aka Firefly. The film is written by Christina Hodson with Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah as directors Well, that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, theme special episode, until the next podcast its your host Nikhil out of here. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, theme special podcast with your host Nikhil. The stories about con artists have always captured the imagination of audiences from across the globe. Such tales, especially when it's about true events, have created great intrigue and excitement. The popularity of the newly released Netflix documentary, The Tinder Swindler is a clear indicator alluding to the interest stories about con artists. Today we are counting down the best documentaries to watch if you loved The Tinder Swindler. The Puppet Master: Hunting The Ultimate Conman - Available on Netflix The three-part docus-series is an examination into the tragic stories of individuals who have lost everything after being manipulated by a dangerous con-man. The man named Robert Hendy-Freegard steals from his victims masquerading as a British spy. Dirty Money - Available on Netflix The Netflix docu-series is a deep dive into the various forms of fraud and corruption in the global economy. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney serves as executive producer for the series, and it aired for two seasons with six one-hour episodes for each season. Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal - Available on Netflix The 2020 documentary film focuses on the infamous 2019 college admissions bribery scandal in the US. Using reenactments and real interviews the documentary film exposes the $25 million scandal involving around 33 parents, which included high-profile celebrities. Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened - Available on Netflix Chris Smith’s documentary chronicles Billy McFarland and the much-publicized scandal surrounding the Fyre Festival of 2017 that never happened. Several celebrities and influencers such as Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, and Hailey Baldwin were paid to promote the festival. The organizers were found guilty of fraud with several lawsuits still pending. The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley - - Available on Disney+ Hotstar Yet another Alex Gibney documentary film makes this list. The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley. The HBO documentary film details the company called Theranos, which was marketed as revolutionary health technology, and its founder Elizabeth Holmes, who was just 19 when she founded the company. She has since been found guilty of fraud and is currently awaiting sentencing by the US courts. Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art - Available on Netflix Directed by Barry Avrich, this riveting documentary focuses on America’s greatest art fraud. Set in the affluent part of New York, the documentary focuses on the $80 million fraud and the fake art sold to the Knoedler Gallery. Love Fraud - Available on Voot and VI MoviesThe four-part docuseries is about a con-man named Richard Scott. Scott conned innocent women by promising them love and affection but instead stole from them. Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady are the directors of this Showtime series An Honest Liar - Available for free on Plex The 2014 documentary film An Honest Liar tells the story of James Randi, a former magician and escape artist. Created by Justin Weinstein and Tyler Measom, the documentary chronicles Randi as he exposes faith healers, con artists, and psychics. Well that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai theme special podcast for today, I shall be back with a new theme pret soon, until then its your host Nikhil signing out Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the theme-based podcast OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, I'm your host Nikhil. Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe or the MCU has finally kicked into full gear with the massive success of Spider-Man: No Way Home. The year 2022 looks likely to continue in the same vein with a slew of MCU films and TV shows slated for release. So here are some of the most anticipated MCU titles of 2022. Moon Knight Oscar Issac is set to don the role of Marvel superhero Marc Spector / Moon Knight in the upcoming Dinsey+ TV series Moon Knight. The plot revolves around Spector who suffers from a rare form of split personality disorder. But he is imbued by super abilities by the Egyptian moon God Khonshu, which helps him fight crime. The series stars Ethan Hawke and the late Gaspard Ulliel in important roles and will be available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar on the 30th of March. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever The sequel to the hit 2018 film, Black Panther, will not sadly feature its titular character T'Challa / Black Panther due to the tragic passing of actor Chadwick Boseman. Ryan Coogler has returned to direct the sequel and the narrative will focus on the characters from the first film. The primary characters are set to return, Lupita Nyong'o as Nakia, Letitia Wright as Shuri, Angela Bassett as Ramonda, and Martin Freeman as Everett K. Ross. The film will also introduce fRiri Williams / Ironheart, played by Dominique Thorne. She is described as a genius inventor who creates her own version of the Iron Man suit.The film is slated to release on November 11, 2022. She-Hulk The female iteration of the popular Marvel character, Hulk, is set to make her live-action debut. Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk will be portrayed by Tatiana Maslany with Mark Ruffalo reprising his role as Bruce Banner/Hulk. Veteran British actor Tim Roth will also reprise his role as Emil Blonsky / Abomination. He will be joined by Jameela Jamil , Ginger Gonzaga, and Renée Elise Goldsberry as co-stars. Anu Valia will helm the project, and the series will debut on Disney+ globally and on Disney+ Hotstar in India in 2022. What if…? season 2 The second season of the animated anthology series What if…? will return for a second season in 2022. The first season of the anthology offered several ‘what if’ scenarios from the various popular stories from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. A vast majority of the cast from the feature films, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Samuel L Jackson, Hayley Atwell, Tom Hiddleston, Chris Hemsworth, Michael B Jordan, and the late Chadwick Boseman, returned to voice the characters. The series will likely play a significant role in the storyline of the upcoming film Doctor Strange into the Multiverse of Madness. Ms Marvel The shapeshifting Marvel superhero will make her live-action debut after appearing in the Marvel's Avengers video game developed by Crystal Dynamics and Square Enix in 2020. Iman Vellani will play the role of the young superhero Kamala Khan / Ms Marvel. It is rumoured that Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel might make a cameo appearance in the series. Secret Invasion The Nick Fury-centric TV series will see Samuel L Jackson reprising his role as the former leader of Shield. His trusty right-hand, Mari Hill, played by Cobie Smulders, will also feature prominently in the series. The plot revolves around a secret invasion of earth by shape-shifting aliens called the Skrulls. Ben Mendelsohn will reprise his role as Talos, an ally of Fury and leader of one of the Skrulls sects. Thor: Love and Thunder Taika Waititi’s fourth instalment of the Thor franchise, Thor: Love and Thunder, is one of the most anticipated films of the year. It will feature Chris Hemsworth’s Thor teaming up with the Guardians of the Galaxy. Academy Award winner and former Batman actor Christian Bale will portray the antagonist Gorr the God Butcher in the film. It will also feature the much-anticipated return of Jane Foster played by Academy Award winner Natalie Portman. Jane Foster’s character will become the Mighty Thor in the film, a female version of the God of Thunder from the comic books. Tessa Thompson, Chris Pratt, Jaimie Alexander, Pom Klementieff, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Sean Gunn, Jeff Goldblum, and Vin Diesel will also reprise their roles.. The film is set to hit theatres on July 8, 2022 Doctor Strange into the Multiverse of Madness The new face of the Marvel Cinematic Universe Benedict Cumberbatch will return as the Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange, for the sequel to the 2016 film. It's likely to act as the launchpad for the next generation of Marvel movies with the exploration of the multiverse opening several possibilities, including the introduction of the X-Men into the MCU. Acclaimed director Sam Raimi is the director, with Elisabeth Olsen as Wanda/Scarlet Witch, Rachel McAdams as Christine Palmer, and Benedict Wong as Wong:reprising their roles. If the trailer and the recent success of Spider-Man: No Way Home is any indicator, t

Welcome to OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, theme-based special podcast, I'm your host Nikhil. In today’s episode, we are counting down some of the Oscar-nominated films available to stream on OTT in India. Let's begin the list. The Power of the Dog Benedict Cumberbatch’s The Power of the Dog won hearts weeks after its release. A Western psychological thriller, The Power of the Dog charted the story of two brothers Phil (played by Benedict Cumberbatch) and George Burbank (played by Jesse Plemons). While Phil struggles with George’s new life choices, the brothers’ interpersonal dynamics come in the way. The film unravels in a nuanced manner with each character getting emotionally entangled with each other. Streaming on Netflix. Being the Ricardos- Academy Award winners Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem essay the roles of 50s soap stars Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The film takes a deep dive into the personal and professional lives of the celebrity couple as they navigate through various issues as a couple both on and off-screen, that threaten to derail their careers and destabilize their marriage. The film is written and directed by Aaron Sorkin and also stars JK Simmons, Tony Hale, and Alia Shawkat in important roles. Streaming on Amazon Prime Video The Tragedy of MacbethJoel Coen’s reimagination of William Shakespeare’s classic play about the Scottish lord, Macbeth, who has aspirations to become the next king of Scotland was lauded by critics. The plot centers around Macbeth’s belief about the prophecy by three witches that he will wear the crown of the king. The film stars Academy Award winners Denzel Washington as Macbeth and Frances McDormand as Lady Macbeth, and it is an Apple TV+ original film. The Lost Daughter Maggie Gyllenhaal’s directorial debut The Lost Daughter, featuring Olivia Colman and Dakota Johnson in the lead, has nabbed three Academy Award nominations, including one for Best Actress for Colman and Best Adapted Screenplay for Gyllenhaal, who has also penned the screenplay. Based on Elena Ferrante’s 2006 eponymous novel, the film revolves around a middle-aged woman who takes off for Greece on a workcation. Soon, when she meets a young mother, she has to confront her own perceptions of motherhood. Streaming on Netflix The Eyes of Tammy Faye Jessica Chastain has also bagged a Best Actress nomination for her turn as the divisive 1970s televangelist Tammy Faye. The biographical drama is directed by Michael Showalter and stars Andrew Garfield as Jim Bakker, Faye’s husband and professional partner. Together they made a fortune out of their religious broadcasts and a Christian theme park. But Bakker was soon convicted on many counts of fraud and conspiracy, which threatened to destroy their reputation and empire. Streaming on Hotstar and Apple TV+ Three Songs for Benazir This documentary short successfully captured the essence of companionship and romance even in the direst circumstances. Directors Gulistan and e’s movie follows a young, naive refugee in Afghanistan who is desperate to prove his worth to his new bride. The only way he can do so, he says, is by signing himself up for a respectable job in the National Army, even as they fight for their life every day with foreign forces and the Taliban threatening their existence. Streaming on Netflix Tick Tick Boom- Tick, Tick... Boom! Is an American musical biopic helmed by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Miranda, with his strong background in Broadway, comes on board with former Spider-Man Andrew Garfield to give a riveting narrative on love, togetherness and career. Penned by Steven Levenson, the film talks about the life of Jonathan Larson. With a stellar cast including names like Alexandra Shipp, Joshua Henry, Robin de Jesús, Judith Light, and Vanessa Hudgens. Streaming on Netflix Luca Disney’s latest film is on friendship and legacy. Set in the idyllic Italian village, the film follows Luca in the coming-of-age narrative. From silly jokes on togetherness to intimate moments of wonder, Luca gives its audiences a slice of life that’s nothing less than a happy revelry. Streaming on Disney + Hotstar The hand of god- Directed by Paolo Sorrentino, the Italian drama film follows the life of a young introverted man named Fabietto Schisa. Set in Naples, Italy, Fabietto is a fan of his local club Napoli and its Argentinian football star, Diego Maradona. However, his mundane life is soon upheaved after tragedy strikes the Schisa household. Fabietto is therefore forced to step up to the plate that eventually helps him fulfill his destiny in becoming a filmmaker. Streaming on Netflix DuneFrench-Canadian director Denis Villeneuve’s Dune is yet another masterpiece after having helmed critically acclaimed films such as Prisoners, Sicario, Blade Runner 2049, and Arrival. Based on Frank Herbert’s iconic trilogy of novels of the same name, the plot revolves around Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet, the son of Duke Leto Atreides, played by Oscar Issac. The epic sci-fi

Crime anthology is an under-appreciated genre that has produced some riveting TV shows over the years, with fast-paced narratives and high octane storytelling. Therefore, for today’s list, here are the top six anthology based crime TV shows available to stream on OTT in India. I'm your host Nikhil, let's begin the list. True detective: Nic Pizzolatto’s riveting TV series is one of the best anthology TV shows ever created. The crime drama has released three seasons so far, with each season focusing on separate tales of police detectives caught in the web of vast conspiracy. Directed by No Time to Die director Cary Joji Fukunaga, the series stands out with its compelling characters and engrossing storytelling. The first season in particular, starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, is widely regarded as one of the best seasons in any TV show ever created with its well paced narrative, engrossing screenplay, rich subtext, and excellent performances by the cast. True Detective is currently streaming on Hotstar. Fargo The TV series created by the Coen brothers is an excellent crime anthology series set in different time periods in and around the snow covered regions of Fargo, North Dakota. Each season focuses on a particular crime or crimes committed by an individual or by gangsters. The series is also renowned for its excellent use of dark humor, which is in fact a signature style of the Coen brothers. Despite being the seasons narrating different tales set in different regions and different time-periods, the writers have carefully added a few plot lines and characters to establish that the events in the story belong to the same shared universe. If you haven't watched this series yet, it's streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. American Crime Story This anthology series follows true crimes that have shaken the canvas of American history. With each installment focusing on a single event, American Crime Story chronicles high-profile murders and assassinations. Consecutive seasons have no links and each follow unique storylines. While the first season focused on the murder trial of O.J. Simpson, the second chose to shift focus on the murder of world-renowned designer Gianni Versace who was murdered by serial killer Andrew Cunanan. The series has in fact been nominated for a Golden Globe this year for Impeachment: American Crime Story, its narrative of the impeachment of former American President Bill Clinton, following the exposure of his scandal with Monica Lewinsky. If you haven't watched this series yet, it's streaming exclusively on Hotstar and Netflix. The Sinner The Sinner is an anthology which unfolds in the way of a police procedural with the central character of Detective Harry Ambrose (played by Bill Pullman) uncovering unlikely murders and pinning down the criminals. Pullman’s character is the sole one that repeats in every season, with all other characters and storylines differing from one another. The anthology series won its share of acclaim with its first season being nominated for a Golden Globe in the category of Best Actress (for Jessica Biel) and a Screen Actors Guild nomination for Pullman in 2019 for Best Actor. If you haven't watched this series yet do so streaming exclusively on Netflix. Criminal: UK This police procedural anthology series from creator George Kay revolves around a group of exceptionally skilled investigators who specialize in interrogating suspects. The show is set inside an interrogation room where the members of this unit engage in a myriad mind games with the accused to crack open cases. While the first season has three episodes of 45-odd minutes each, the second installment, which released on Netflix in September 2020, has four episodes. Each episode tackles a different set of suspects, and a different case. Kit Harington, Hayley Atwell, Kunal Nayyar, and David Tennant, among others, have made appearances on the show as suspects. If you haven't watched the series yet then do so streaming exclusively on Netflix. Castle Rock Executive produced by JJ Abrams, this show has adapted Stephen King’s stories around the characters of the fictional town of Castle Rock in Maine. Starring André Holland, Bill Skarsgård, Lizzy Caplan, and Tim Robbins, the show was canceled after its second season run. If you are a fan of the Stephen King universe, Castle Rock provides you with ample thrills and themes surrounding darkness and horror. If you haven't watched the series yet then do so streaming exclusively on Netflix. Well that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai episode for today, I shall be back again with a new theme soon , until then its your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The horror genre is set to have new additions to its impressive lineup this year with several exciting new titles that promise to thrill audiences worldwide. The following is a list of the most anticipated horror films of 2022. Welcome to OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, this is your host Nikhil. Let's begin my list. The Black Phone Filmmaker Scott Derrickson and Ethan Hawke collaborate on The Black Phone, which charts the story of a teenage boy who is kidnapped by a sadistic serial killer and locked in an underground basement. Tucked away in an unknown space, the boy is completely helpless as screaming won’t even help. Things take a bizarre turn when a disconnected wall phone begins to ring and the boy hears voices of the killer’s previous victims, narrating horrific incidents to him. Scream 5 The fifth instalment of the Scream series, Scream 5 is already being well-received in American box offices. With the disconcerting events unravelling in Woodsboro, there is a new Ghostface that attempts to petrify the citizens. A quarter of a century after the original film’s release, Scream 5 is definitely one which Indian audiences eagerly await on OTT, even after its January premiere. In the new film, the antagonist zeroes in on a group of teenagers and attempts to expose the well-hidden secrets of the town. Poor things Yorgos Lanthimos is set to direct Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, Ramy Youssef, Margaret Qualley, and Christopher Abbott in Poor Things. The film is adapted from Alasdair Gray’s 1992 novel of the same name. A Victorian-era England as the backdrop, Poor Things is being packaged as an almost Frankenstein story. Belle Baxter (Stone), a young woman, is brought back to life by a whimsical and brilliant scientist Dr Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Evil Dead Rise Featuring Alyssa Sutherland, Lily Sullivan, Morgan Davies and Gabriella Echols, the fifth instalment of the Evil Dead franchise is surely one of the most-anticipated films this year. Sam Raimi reportedly chose Irish filmmaker Lee Cronin, best known for his work in The Hole in the Ground, for the film and thus will expectedly have a completely new treatment. The story follows the meeting of two sisters who were initially estranged. The happy affair is soon abruptly interrupted by the attack of flesh-possessing beings who make these two women flee in a bid to survive. Prey The fifth instalment of the Predator franchise, Prey is a sci-fi horror film that centres around Predator’s origin story set 300 years ago in the world of the Comanche Nation. The protagonist Naru is a female warrior who has to protect her people from the attacks of an alien predator race. This film will be a prequel to the other movies of the franchise, which was kickstarted with the 1987 film Predator, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger in the lead. 10 Cloverfield Lane filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg is handling the directorial duties for the new movie, which will have Legion actor Amber Midthunder play Naru. Nope Not much is known about Nope, Oscar-winning filmmaker Jordan Peele’s new horror movie, except that it stars Get Out star Daniel Kaluuya, Minari star Steven Yeun and Hustlers actor Keke Palmer in the lead. A new poster that has been unveiled confirms that the movie will release on 22 July this year, just a week after the release of the upcoming Fantastic Beasts film. Halloween Ends The final film of the Halloween franchise will also be releasing this year, on October 14. As per reports, Halloween Ends will be set four years after the events of Halloween Kills, and will weave in the pandemic into its story. Jamie Lee Curtis and Andi Matichak will reprise their roles as Laurie Strode and Allyson, respectively. David Gordon Green will also return to direct this threequel, which he will co-write with Danny McBride. Texas Chain Massacre The notorious fictional serial killer known as Leatherface is set to return to the silver screen this year. The movie is a direct sequel to the original The Texas Chainsaw Massacre released in 1974, retconning all the other films released after the original. The plot will focus on Leatherface as he sets his sights on new victims to dismember. However, he is on a collision course with one of the survivors from the first film, Sally Hardesty, who is on a mission to seek vengeance against the psychotic Leatherface. The film will premiere on Netflix on February 18 and stars Elsie Fisher, Olwen Fouéré, and Mark Burnham. The story is set in the outskirts of Texas nearly 50 years after the events of the original film. Insidious 5The fifth instalment of the popular Insidious franchise is expected to be released by Sony later this year. It will mark the directorial debut for actor Patrick Wilson, who has previously played the lead in The Conjuring franchise. While the third and fourth of the franchise were prequels to the first two films, the fifth instalment is likely to be a sequel to the second film. Patrick Wilson and Ty Simpkins are set to reprise their roles as Josh Lamb