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Ep 44Indian dark comedy films

The Dark Comedy genre has claimed its position in the Western movie market since the 1970s but Indian Cinemas took its own time, yet came with a bang. Though it focuses on concepts generally considered as taboo, painful to discuss or sensitive content, it has been widely acclaimed provoking filmmakers to produce some amazing storylines. On List hai toh hit hai theme special today, we have some of the best Indian dark comedy movies lined up for you. I'm your host Nikhil, let's begin! Ee. Ma .Yau Ee. Ma .Yau is a contracted title for Esho Mariyam Yeuseppu, a 2018 Malayalam dark comedy movie that stars Chemban Vinod Jose, Kainakary Thankaraj and Vinayakan in lead roles. A dark noir movie that took humour to a zenith has undoubtedly received many prestigious accolades for Best Direction and Best Acting by Chemban. The movie set in Chellanam village in Kerala revolves around the story of an old man Vavachan Mesthiri’s death. Prior to his death, Vavachan is promised by his son Eesi that his post-death procession and funeral will be as vibrant as that of a King. The rest of the story tells whether he will keep his promise or not. OTTplay Rating - 8.7 Available - YouTube Super Deluxe A 2019 Tamil quirky dramedy movie that stars Vijay Sethupathi, Fahad Faasil, Samantha and Ramya Krishna in lead roles. The movie portrays a brilliant dark comedy showcasing four interwoven stories of a former pornstar, a priest, an unfaithful newly-wed wife and a transgender who find themselves in awkward situations experiencing their own destiny, all on the same day. The movie will surely take you through a butterfly effect keeping you locked on to your couch till its end. OTTplay Rating - 8.8 Available - Netflix, Google Play and iTunes Blackmail A 2018 Hindi dark humour movie starring Late Irrfan Khan, Kirti Kulhari and Arunoday Singh in lead roles. The movie depicts the unexciting life of a middle-class man named Dev Kaushal in his late 30s who finds out his wife Reena is cheating on him. Enraged Dev chalks out a secret mission to blackmail her and her boyfriend Ranjit. Not a spoiler here, but the climax displays a series of twists which is the main highlight of the movie and worth watching! OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Exclusively on Amazon Prime Video Andhadhun Andhadhun is a 2018 Hindi dark comedy thriller movie. The movie stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu and Radhika Apte in lead roles. The plot follows the story of Akash, a piano player who pretends to be visually impaired to make quick money gets unexpectedly involved in witnessing a murder entangling him into a series of problems putting his life into a threat. The movie’s screenplay and nail-biting twists have been a cakewalk for claiming many prestigious awards. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix, YouTube, Eros Now, Jio, iTunes Kaalakaandi A 2018 Hindi black comedy film that stars Saif Ali Khan, Isha Talwar, Sobhita Dhulipala and Deepak Dobriyal in lead roles. The movie depicts the concept of life, death and karma of three parallel tales - a terminally ill man, a woman in search of redemption and two goons with trust issues. The film has enough spice needed for those who are in the mood for an off-the-beaten-track Bollywood movie. OTTplay Rating - 6.7 Available - Disney + Hotstar Delhi Belly A 2011 Hindi action comedy film that stars Imran Khan, Kunaal Roy Kapur and Vir Das in main roles. The movie revolves around three roommates Tashi, Nitin and Arup who unknowingly become targets of a gangster after his diamonds are misplaced while on transit. The movie has flavours of intense violence, obscene dialogues and sensual content. Not to forget, an item dance cameo by Aamir Khan is featured in the credits. OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - Netflix Well that's the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai theme special, I shall be back again with a brand new episode pretty 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

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Ep 42Top Fantasy Drama series

Fantasy shows are one of the most popular TV series genres, that includes magic, supernatural forces and mystical worlds. Online platforms have welcomed fantasy storylines that are based on tales from myths and folklore, in view of its growing audience interests. On List hai toh hit hai theme special today, we have some of the best fantasy drama streaming television series lined up for you. I'm your host Nikhil, let's get started Shadow and Bone A 2021 American fantasy television show that is based on books by author Leigh Bardugo. The show’s first season aired 8 episodes till date and stars Jessie Mei Li, Ben Barnes and Archie Renaux in lead roles. The story follows a cartographer named Alina Starkhov residing in a war-ravaged world who realises her extraordinary powers could be an aid to set her homeland free from a dark entity called The Fold, pervaded by flying monsters called Volcra. OTTplay Rating - 7.6 Available - Netflix Outlander Outlander is a historical drama five-season series that stars Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan in lead roles. The plot follows Claire Randall, a married former combat nurse in 1945 who finds herself mysteriously transported back in time to 1743. She encounters a debonair warrior named Jamie Fraser and falls in love with him. Unexpectedly entangling herself into the Jacobian rising, she also becomes an unwitting member in her own timeline. OTTplay Rating - 6.4 Available - Amazon Prime Video Game of Thrones A 2011 American fantasy drama series that aired eight seasons consisting 73 episodes with a vast ensemble cast. Based on George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, Game of Thrones follows many storylines primarily set on the fictional continents Westeros and Essos. Nine noble families fight amongst each other for dominance over Westeros, while a formidable enemy returns after a millennial deep slumber. OTTplay Rating - 9.2 Available - Disney + Hotstar See See is an American science fiction drama television series released in 2019 starring Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard in the lead. The show has a total of 16 episodes and showcases the story set far in a dystopian future, where humans have lost the sense of sight probing them to find new ways to interact and survive. Meanwhile, a pair of twins with sight must be guarded from the Payan kingdom’s army. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Apple TV+ Lucifer Lucifer is an American urban fantasy television series consisting of six seasons aired between 2016 and 2021. Based on the DC Comics character, the series revolves around the story of Lucifer Morningstar portrayed by Tom Ellis. The DC Universe's version of the Devil is cast out of Hell for being a rebel. He opts for Los Angeles as his destination to run his own nightclub named Lux. He also teams up as a consultant with the LA Police Department to bring down criminals. OTTplay Rating - 8.5 Available - Exclusively on Netflix His Dark Materials His Dark Materials is a fantasy drama television series based on the novel series of the same name by Philip Pullman. The show stars Dafne Keen and Amir Wilson in lead roles. The plot follows a young girl Lyra in a world ruled by the Magisterium, in search of her kidnapped friend. She stumbles on a dangerous ploy involving stolen children which turns into a quest to learn a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. She is accompanied by a boy named Will who possesses a magical knife that can cut windows between two worlds. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Disney + Hotstar Sweet Tooth Sweet Tooth is an American fantasy drama television series based on the comic book of the same name by Jeff Lemire. The show features Christian Convery as the protagonist named Gus. The eight-episode series follows a young boy Gus who is a half-human and half deer surviving in the post-apocalyptic world. He is the chosen one who can alone lead the other survivors from being dominated by brutal hybrids. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available – Netflix Well, that's the List hai toh hit hai theme special for today, I shall be back again with a brand new theme pretty soon. Until then it's your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 41Best Spoof films

A spoof is a sub-genre of comedy that takes famous movies and TV shows and parodies them. On List hai toh hit hai theme special today, we have some of the must-watch spoof movies lined up for you to binge-watch. So, If you are in the mood to watch some witty lighthearted movies, then this should be your go-to list. I'm your host Nikhil, let's get started Meet the Spartans A 2008 American spoof film that stars Sean Maguire, Carmen Electra and Kevin Sorbo in lead roles. Though the film received extremely negative reviews, it turned out to be a box-office success. The film is a spoof of the movie 300 and also a few other films and shows. The story follows King Leonidas, a young Spartan warrior who, along with his small army, sets out on a mission to fight the evil Persian ruler, Xerxes. OTTplay Rating - 3.0 Available - Apple TV+ and iTunes Scary movie 1 A 2000 American parody film that is the first of the four other sequels from the Scary Movie franchise.The film features an ensemble starcast of Anna Faris, Jon Abrahams, Carmen Electra, Shannon Elizabeth.. The movie is a spoof of multiple movies like Scream, I Know What You Did Last Summer, The Sixth Sense, Halloween and The Matrix. The story follows a group of teenagers who unintentionally hit a man with their car and dump his body in a lake. A year later, a masked person stalks them and tries to kill them one by one. OTTplay Rating - 4.6 Available - Tubi Not another teen movie Not another teen movie is 2001 American teen spoof film featuring an ensemble cast including Chyler Leigh, Chris Evans, Jaime Pressly, Mia Kirshner, Deon Richmond. The movie is a spoof of teen films like She's All That, Varsity Blues, 10 Things I Hate About You, Can't Hardly Wait and Pretty in Pink. The plot depicts a jock named Jake Wyler who turns his geeky girlfriend Janey Briggs into a prom queen as a bet with his friend, while his evil sister tries to restrain him. OTTplay Rating - 5.5 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Zombieland A 2009 American zombie comedy movie satire set in a post-apocalyptic world in which a nerdy college student meets three strangers en route a road trip towards a rumoured refuge, free from zombies. The movie stars Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin in the lead. It was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, raking in more than $60.8 million in just a fortnight of its release. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Hungover games A 2014 American parody film that is primarily a spoof of The Hangover and The Hunger Games movies and partially from Ted, Pirates of the Caribbean, Avatar, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and others. The movie stars Ben Begley as Ed, Ross Nathan as Bradley, Herbert Russell as Zach in lead roles. The story follows four friends who wake up in a state of shock after a hangover to find themselves in a kill or be killed game in a dystopian future. OTTplay Rating - 3.3 Available - Netflix, Zee5, Tubi Austin Powers: International man of mystery A 1997 American spy comedy film, the first of the three Austin Powers franchises, that stars Mike Myers, playing dual roles of Austin Powers and Dr. Evil alongside Elizabeth Hurley, Seth Green, Robert Wagner and Michael York. The film is a parody of the James Bond films and other pop cultures from the 1960s. The story follows a cryogenically preserved secret agent of the 1960s, Austin Powers, who is revived in the 90s, and realises his sense of fashion and style is outdated. With the aid of Vanessa, a modern woman, he revamps to fight his rival Dr. Evil. OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - Apple TV+, Hungama Tropic Thunder A 2008 American action comedy film is a spoof of a few famous war films, especially those featuring the Vietnamese War. The plot depicts a group of movie actors shooting a big banner war movie who are left behind in a deep jungle by their frustrated director, and are forced to become soldiers they are portraying as they get attacked by a drug lord. The movie features an ensemble cast of Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr., Jay Baruchel, and Brandon T. Jackson, as a group of actors shooting for the film while Tom Cruise, Nick Nolte, Danny McBride, Matthew McConaughey, and Bill Hader are part of the shooting crew. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play, Jio Alright, those were the best spoof flicks on my list hai toh hit hai, theme-based podcast. Time for me to sign out, I shall see ya soon in another episode until then it's Nikhil out of here. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 39Malayalam Thrillers

Have you ever wondered why Malayalam movies invariably turn out to be so good? The top reason being “Content is the King “, most films focus on great stories, realistic - screenplay and top-notch acting. The thriller genre has become one of the go-to genres in recent times in Mollywood. Here are a few remarkable Malayalam thrillers on today's List hai toh hit hai that's surely going to keep you glued to your couch while you binge-watch. I am your host Nikhil, let's begin my list. Helen Helen is a 2019 survival thriller film that stars Anna Ben in the titular role and Lal, with Noble Babu Thomas, Aju Varghese in supporting roles. The movie bagged Kerala State Film Award and Movie Street Film Awards 2020 for different categories. The story depicts a young woman named Helen, a nursing graduate who aspires for a career abroad. On an ill-fated day, she accidentally gets trapped in a freezer at a fast food joint where she works. The film narrates a nail-biting tale as Helen fights for her survival at -18 degrees inside the freezer. OTTplay Rating - 8.2 Available - Exclusively on Amazon Prime Video C U Soon C U Soon is a 2020 mystery computer screen movie starring Fahadh Faasil as Kevin Thomas, Darshana Rajendran as Anumol Sebastian, Roshan Mathew as Jimmy Kurien in the lead roles. This critically acclaimed movie is India’s first-ever computer screen film which uses visual storytelling where all the movie events occur on the computer, tablet or smartphone screen. The story depicts a software engineer named Kevin helping his cousin Jimmy look for his missing girlfriend as they find a mysterious video-based suicide message. As Kevin digs deeper into the whereabouts of Anumol, he makes shocking revelations to Kevin. OTTplay Rating - 8.3 Available - Exclusively on Amazon Prime Video Joseph Joseph is a 2018 crime thriller film starring Joju George, Dileesh Pothan, Athmiya Rajan, Irshad and Malavika Menon. The movie is based on the real-life experience of the writer Shahi Kabir. Joju bagged the Kerala State Film Award for Best Character Actor. The movie depicts a retired police officer, well known for his mastery in investigations, following the death of his wife, who gets accidentally pulled into a criminal case that involves organ trafficking. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Apple TV+ Operation Java The 2021 cybercrime film has an ensemble cast of Balu Varghese, Lukman Avaran, Irshad, Binu Pappu, and Shine Tom Chacko. The movie revolves around a team of police officers from the Kochi cyber-cell unit who set out on a mission to investigate a series of mysterious offences and unlawful ventures. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Zee5, Vi Take Off A 2017 Drama thriller starring Parvathy Thiruvothu, Kunchacko Boban and Fahadh Faasil in lead roles. Inspired by a true story of 2014, when a group of Malayali nurses was retained by terrorists in Tikrit, Iraq. The story follows the character Sameera, an Indian nurse along with her colleagues who are held as hostages in Iraq. The Indian Ambassador Manoj must tactfully use his wit and powers to rescue them back to India. The movie clearly portrays the trauma suffered by the nurses during their capture. OTTplay Rating - 8.5 Available - Disney + Hotstar Nayattu Nayattu is a 2021 political thriller that includes a star cast of Kunchako Boban, Joju George and Nimisha Sajayan in lead roles. The critically acclaimed film depicts the plight of three police officers who go on the run after being falsely accused and framed by a few corrupt officials for torturing a civilian. An unambiguous ending and astounding storyline are what makes this movie so good. OTTplay Rating - 8.2 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Well, that's the List hai toh hit hai theme special for today's podcast, , I shall be back again with a brand new theme in a brand new episode, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 38Films based on City theme

There are several instances in movies where one remembers the backdrop in which the story is set as clearly as the narrative itself. This is simply because of how well the city blends itself into the plot. The city gets itself the cinematic identity that eventually leaves an everlasting impression on the audience's mind. Numerous stories were conceptualized and written with the best of locations and eventually turned out to be worth a watch. On today's List hai toh hit hai , Let's take a walk through films that were set in some of the most popular cities around the world. I'm your host Nikhil, let kickoff my list! La La Land This is a romantic musical comedy released in 2016 and is directed by Damien Chazelle. The central plot of the film revolves around two creative artists played by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone falling in love with each other while trying to pursue their careers as a Jazz pianist and as an actress in Los Angeles, the city of dreams. Chazelle used several old LA locations to shoot major scenes of the film. The Angels Flight trolley location is one such place used in the film. Being a musical, the opening number “Another Day of Sun, “was shot entirely on an LA freeway, and received worthy accolades for it. OTTplay Rating of 8.3 Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hungama, Youtube, VI, iTunes. City of God This one is a Brazilian crime movie released worldwide in 2003, directed by Fernando Meireles and Katia Lund. The plot of the film is based in the suburbs of Cidade de Deus of Rio de Janeiro, where the film follows the evolution of organised crime and showcases the period between the late 1960 to 80’s. This movie is loosely based on real-life events. The film has an interesting ending depicting the war between a drug dealer and a vigilante criminal. The movie boasts of an equally interesting tagline that says “If you run, the beast catches you; if you stay, the beast eats you.” OTTplay rating of 8.9 Streaming on Hungama, Amazon Prime Video, Youtube, Google Play and iTunes. Happy Together Released in 1997, this romantic drama has Hong Kong city as the backdrop. This movie is directed by Wong Kar- wai. The central plot of the movie revolves around the lead couple and their turbulent romantic relationship. This film gained popularity and was voted as one of the best LGBT films ever made. It was nominated for the prestigious Palme d’Or and also won the best director award at the Cannes film festival in 1997. OTTplay rating of 8 Streaming on MUBI Midnight in Paris A 2011 release, this film is a fantasy comedy directed by Woody Allen. The central plot of this romantic flick is set in the city of Paris. The film has Kathy Bates and Adrien Brody in lead roles. It follows Gil Pender, who ends up confronting his fiancee about the imperfections in their relationship and how different their goals in life are, each midnight as he travels back in time. It won a Golden Globe award for best screenplay as well as an Academy Award for the Best original screenplay in 2012. If you are a romantic movie buff, then this film set in the Paris rains is surely going to keep you glued to your seat. OTTplay rating 8 Streaming on Amazon Prime Video The Departed This one is a 2006 American crime drama written by William Monahan and directed by Martin Scorsese. The film's plot is based in the city of Boston and is a remake of the Hong Kong film called Infernal Affairs and is also loosely based on the real-life Boston Winter Hill Gang.The major part of it is shot in South Boston. The film has Leonardo di Caprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson and Mark Wahlberg in major roles. The Departed was both a commercial and critical success winning four Oscars. OTTplay rating of 8.8 Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Hungama, VI , iTunes. Well, that's the List hai toh hit hai theme-based podcast for today, I shall be back again with another theme pretty soon. This is your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 37Best VFX films

There are movies that leave you spellbound with their spectacular representation of visuals that may not actually exist in real life. Filmmakers create this magic on-screen using Visual Effects (VFX) - usually a combination of live-action shots and digital imagery. It can be achieved using the latest technology, computer software, and of course the human brain to program it. Today’s List hai toh hit hai is all about some of the best VFX films ever made, So let’s begin! This is your host Nikhil. Mowgli: The legend of the Jungle A 2018 American adventure drama film based on the novel All the Mowgli Stories by Rudyard Kipling. The movie stars Rohan Chand as Mowgli, Matthew Rhys as John Lockwood, Freida Pinto as Messua. The voice and motion capture, which is a unique VFX technique, and is performed by Christian Bale, Andy Serkis, Cate Blanchett, Peter Mullan, Naomi Harris, and Benedict Cumberbatch. The story is set in the dense forests of India, where a human child named Mowgli is raised by a panther named Bagheera and a bear named Baloo. He is fondly accepted by all the animals in the jungle except the tiger Shere Khan. Trouble brews for Mowgli as he confronts his origins and the threat of Shere Khan OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Avatar James Cameron's Avatar is a 2009 American epic science fiction film. It stars Sam Worthington as Jake Sully and Zoe Saldana as Neytiri. The film is set in the mid-22nd century in the fictional moon, Pandora, of a planet from another solar system. The moon’s environment is toxic, and Avatars who are genetically engineered human- Na’vi hybrids must link to human minds to allow free movement on Pandora. The movie has a whopping 2500 visual effects and the VFX has spectacularly created the entire world of Pandora. OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, YouTube, Google Play The Matrix The Matrix is a 1999 science fiction action movie starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Hugo Weaving, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Joe Pantoliano. The movie’s fame further led to two feature film sequels The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions. The plot follows a computer hacker Neo who is led into a forbidden underworld by a beautiful stranger Trinity. As he advances, Neo learns the life he knew is the deception of a wicked artificial intelligence. A motion picture special visual effects company Manex Visual Effects has provided the VFX in this movie, bagging the Academy Award for Technical Achievement. OTTPlay Rating - 8.9 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Vi, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Hungama Pan’s Labyrinth A 2006 Spanish dark fantasy film starring Sergi López, Ivana Baquero. The storyline is set in General Franco’s Spain in 1944 and revolves around 11-year old Ofelia who is mistreated by her step-father, a sadistic army officer. Ofelia is drawn into Pan’s Labyrinth - a magical land of mythical existence. The VFX crew embarked on a journey of artistic and technical inspiration bringing director Guillermo Del Toro’s vision of life. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Amazon Prime Video Jurassic Park A 1993 blockbuster hit directed by Steven Spielberg is based on a novel of the same name by Michael Crichton. Jurassic Park is widely regarded as a masterpiece that is followed by its sequels, boasting stunning visuals and sound effects. The movie focuses on a team of palaeontologists and a mathematician who are invited to assess a genetically engineered dinosaur theme park. Chaos ensues at the park after the fencing that holds these prehistoric creatures captive malfunctions. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes, Vi, Hungama Interstellar A 2014 epic science fiction movie, directed by Christopher Nolan, that bagged an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects has a star cast of Matthew McConaughey as Joseph Cooper, Anne Hathaway as Dr Amelia Brand in the lead. The story that is set in a dystopian future follows a team of twelve volunteers who travel through the wormhole to survey the planets capable of sustaining human life. OTTplay Rating - 8.8 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Disney + Hotstar, YouTube, Vi, Hungama, Google Play Mad Max: Fury Road George Miller’s Mad Max: Fury Road is a 2015 action film starring Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult in the lead. It is a sequel to the original Mad Max films starring Mel Gibson set in post-apocalyptic Australia. The movie received several accolades along with ten Academy Award nominations, the plot revolves around a woman named Furiosa who rebels against a tyrannical leader in search of her homeland with the aid of a few female prisoners and Max. OTTplay Rating - 8.3 Available - YouTube, iTunes, Vi, Google Play, Hungama 2001: A Space Odyssey The 1968 sci-fi movie is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential films ever made and is based on the novel by Arthur C Clarke. The movie directed by the brilliant Stanley Kubrick

Ep 36Assassin/Hitman Spy Thrillers

Just when you feel you have had enough rom- coms or emotional movies on your list, more serious films about killers and assassins could just be the right antidote. And if watching spy conspiracies or timeless assassin thrillers is your cup of tea, then this podcast is surely going to be a treat. We have curated today's List hai toh hit hai with some of the best Assassin/spy flicks of all time. Let's kick off the list! I'm your host Nikhil. The Mechanic The Mechanic is a 2011 American action thriller movie, a remake of the 1972 movie of the same name. The star cast includes Jason Statham as Arthur Bishop, Donald Sutherland as Harry McKenna, Ben Foster as Steve McKenna. The story follows Bishop, a kingpin assassin who adheres to strict code, detachment and precision. But, after his close friend and mentor Harry is murdered, Bishop ropes in Harry’s son, Steve, into his trade, and seeks vengeance on those who killed Harry. OTTplay Rating - 6.7 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar, MX Player The Day of the Jackal The Day of the Jackal is a 1973 political thriller film starring Edward Fox, Adrien Cayla-Legrand, Michael Lonsdale. This globally acclaimed movie was nominated for BAFTA, Golden Globe and Oscar Awards. The plot is about an infamous hitman known as Jackal, hired by an underground French paramilitary group, to assassinate President Charles de Gaulle. Meanwhile, a vigilant Parisian police detective is on Jackal’s tail in order to foil his plan and bring him to justice. Available - Apple TV+ JFK A 1991 American epic political thriller film is adapted from the 1988 book, On the Trail of the Assassins by Jim Garrison, and is directed by Oliver Stone. The movie stars Kevin Costner, Gary Oldman, Kevin Bacon, and Tommy Lee Jones. The film caught up in controversy at the time of its release where American newspapers accused Stone of taking liberties with historical facts of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The movie follows the extensive investigation into the assassination which was led by New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison as he discovered a hidden conspiracy behind the assassination. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Amazon Prime Video, iTunes The Accountant The Accountant is a 2016 American action-thriller film starring Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, J. K. Simmons, Jon Bernthal, John Lithgow and Jeffrey Tambor. The story revolves around an autistic person Christian Wolff, who is a math genius and is involved in his not-so-legal bookkeeping business. When the FBI learns about him, he decides to work for a legitimate client to misguide them. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Vi, Google Play, Hungama Collateral A 2004 American neo-noir action thriller film starring Tom Cruise as Vincent and Jamie Foxx as Max Durocher. The movie follows an LA cab driver Max who is offered a hefty fare for driving to five locations, by his customer Vincent. But Max soon finds himself in a nail-biting situation when he learns that Vincent is an assassin working on a mission. Max attempts to stop Vincent as the FBI starts looking for them. Available - Apple TV+ Sicario A 2015 action thriller movie, directed by the brilliant Denis Villeneuve, includes a star-studded ensemble of Emily Blunt, Benicio del Toro, Josh Brolin, and Daniel Kaluuya. The film was nominated for Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Cinematography and Best Film. The story follows FBI agent Kate Macer who is assigned by a government task force to investigate the war against drugs and the steep rise in body count between the borders of the USA and Mexico. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Jio and Vi Looper An American science fiction action thriller that was screened at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival starring Bruce Willis, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Emily Blunt in the lead. The movie depicts a time travel machine that is set in a future world of 2074, when a Crime syndicate entity decides to get rid of someone, it sends the target back to the past in 2044 to get eliminated by a hitman named Joe. But things begin to unravel when Joe learns that the syndicate has sent his future self back in time to be assassinated. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, iTunes, Apple TV+, MX Player, YouTube Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 35Greatest films made on disasters

How does it feel when an unforeseen catastrophe creates panic and chaos? Survival and evacuation from such an event become a top priority. Today’s List hai toh hit hai theme is all about the greatest disaster films made, that portray a dramatic picturisation of some of the world’s most terrifying disasters, I'm your host Nikhil let’s begin! Contagion Released in 2011, Contagion is a thriller drama that stars an ensemble cast including Marion Cotillard, Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Laurence Fishburne, Jude Law and Kate Winslet. The storyline depicts a lethal virus transmitted by respiratory droplets and causes widespread panic. The medical researchers and health workers struggle to stop the spread. This fictional feature film earned renewed fame because of the striking similarity between its plot and the COVID-19 pandemic. OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Vi, Google Play, Hungama, Youtube Titanic The 1997 American epic romantic disaster movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in the lead. This globally appreciated movie received numerous accolades for its realistic cinematography, storyline and cast. Based on a real-life fatal shipwreck of the RMS Titanic which sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in 1912, a fictional story follows a wealthy young woman Rose who falls in love with a poor artist Jack Dawson while travelling in the RMS Titanic. When the ship hits an iceberg, it results in a struggle for survival as the ship goes down the deep waters. OTTplay Rating - 8.1 Available - Exclusively on Disney + Hotstar The Impossible A 2012 English disaster drama film that includes an international star cast of Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor and Tom Holland. This critically acclaimed movie sets its story based on the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami disaster. The plot follows a close-knit family with Maria, Henry and their three sons who holiday in Thailand during their winter vacation. They witness a terrifying Tsunami tidal wave that hits the deep ocean waters swallowing up everything coming it's way. They strive hard to save themselves from this natural calamity. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Netflix, Vi, Google Play, Hungama, iTunes, YouTube Deepwater Horizon Deepwater Horizon is a 2016 American disaster film starring Mark Wahlberg, Gina Rodriguez, Kurt Russell, John Malkovich, Dylan O'Brien, and Kate Hudson. The movie is based on the 2010 Deepwater Horizon explosion and oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The storyline depicts an explosion, igniting a massive fireball killing many crew members. The Chief Electronic Technician Mike Williams (Mark Wahlberg) and his peers fight for their survival as the flames begin to suffocate them. OTTplay Rating - 7.6 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Vi, iTunes, Youtube, Hungama, Google Play World Trade Center A 2006 American disaster drama movie, it stars Nicolas Cage, Maria Bello, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michael Peña, Stephen Dorff, and Michael Shannon. The movie is based on the disastrous 9/11 World Trade Center attack when the Twin Towers was hit by a plane killing thousands of people. The storyline in this movie is based on a few police officers who were trapped in between the ruins of the collapsed World Trade Centre. OTTplay Rating - 6.3 Available - Jio, Tubi, iTunes Hotel Mumbai Hotel Mumbai is a 2018 Indian-Australian-American co-produced * disaster film that stars Dev Patel, Armie Hammer, Nazanin Boniadi, Anupam Kher, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Suhail Nayyar, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Jason Isaacs and Nagesh Bhosle. The film, which premiered at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival, is based on by the 2008 Terrorist attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai. The film is a dramatic picturisation of the chaotic events encountered by the special forces and terror struck people inside the hotel, as they struggle their way to evacuate the premises. OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - Zee5, Vi Chernobyl A 2019 historical drama television miniseries that was produced by HBO in the United States revolves around Ukraine’s Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant disaster of 1986 and the aftermath of cleanup. It features the star cast of Jared Harris as Valery Legasove, Emily Watson as Ulana and Stellan Skarsgård as Boris. The story follows Harris, Ulana and Boris, who risk everything by investigating the truth behind the explosion and the poisonous radiation. OTTplay Rating - 9.5 Available - Exclusively on Disney + Hotstar Well, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 34Dual Roles in Indian Regional films

One actor but dual character roles in a single movie! Sounds fascinating, right? It's always a challenge for any actor to pull off two different roles in a movie. Today’s List Hai Toh Hit Hai theme is based on dual roles portrayed by actors in some superhit Indian regional movies. Jaatishwar A 2014 Bengali musical drama that stars Prosenjit Chatterjee in dual roles of Kushal Hajra and Hensman Anthony alongside Jisshu Sengupta and Swastika Mukherjee in lead roles. The movie merges two timelines - the 19th century and the present. It focuses on the life and remarkable works of Hensman Anthony, a Bengali writer and poet. Director Srijit Mukherji has reimagined the 1967 film ‘Antony Firangi, where Uttam Kumar played the titular role, in a contemporary context. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Hoichoi and Jio Seeta aur Geeta A 1972 Hindi comedy movie starring Hema Malini in a titular dual role with Dharmendra and Sanjeev Kumar opposite her. The story is all about identical twins who are separated at birth and grow up to have completely different personalities. Seeta is a naive young woman ill-treated by her abusive aunt, while Geeta, the long-lost twin, is a bold street performer. Confusion happens when the two unintentionally swap places. The movie features all-time hit songs composed by R D Burman. OTTplay Rating - 6.5 Available - MX Player Kaminey A 2009 Hindi action movie starring Shahid Kapoor in dual roles of Charlie and Guddu with Priyanka Chopra and Amole Gupte in lead roles. The story is set against the scenes of the Mumbai underworld. The plot follows the lives of estranged twin brothers who get mired in confusion over missing drugs, cops, and politics. After Charlie gets involved in a dubious scheme involving making a quick buck, the consequences are faced by his twin Guddu. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Netflix, Disney + Hotstar, YouTube, Google Play, iTunes Indian A 1996 Tamil action movie starring Kamal Haasan in dual roles as Chandru, opposite Manisha Koirala, Urmila Matondkar and as an old man named Senapathy opposite Sukanya. The story is about an ex-freedom fighter, determined to end the corruption, murders all wrong-doers with a special technique Varma kalai, an ancient martial art. On the other hand, his son walks the path of corruption. The movie was a commercial success and bagged three National Awards. The film boasts of a riveting plot and brilliant music score by A R Rahman. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Google Play, Eros Now, YouTube Yajamana A Kannada movie released in 2000 that stars Vishnuvardhan in a dual role as Shankar and Ganesh with Shashi Kumar, Abhijit, Avinash and Prema. The story depicts a well-knit family run by Shankar, who sacrifices his interests to marry and provide for a good life for his three younger brothers. A turmoil takes place when the villain Devraj tries to break the family bond, sending Shankar into exile. The three brothers must teach Devraj a lesson and bring Shankar back home. Available - Eros Now Charithram A 1989 Malayalam thriller movie starring Rahman in dual roles of Raju Manavalan and Albert, along with Mamoothy, Shobana, Lizy in the lead. The movie is loosely based on the 1958 British suspense film Chase a Crooked Shadow. The story follows Philip, who desperately tries to prove that Raju is not his dead brother Albert but just an imposter. Along with his friends, Philip puts Raju on various tests to expose him. Available - Youtube Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 32Best romantic remake movies

There seems to be a sudden trend in the industry where moviemakers rejig timeless romantic classics into newer versions. While several remakes failed to make an impression, there are some movies that have mastered the formula of presenting old wine in a new bottle with elan. Today’s List hai toh hit hain theme special is all about remade romantic movies. Shall we dance A 2014 American rom-com is a remake of a 1996 Japanese film of the same name. It stars Richard Gere as John Clark, Jennifer Lopez as Paulina, and Susan Sarandon as Beverly in lead roles. The movie was not as successful globally as its Japanese counterpart but did well in the home country, winning many awards. OTTplay Rating - 6.5 Available - Apple TV+ Sabrina An American rom-com released in 1995 is a remake of the 1954 movie of the same name. The film stars Harrison Ford as Linus Larrabee, Julia Ormond as Sabrina and Greg Kinnear in a debut role as David Larrabee. The movie has not been able to supersede its original which starred Humphrey Bogart and Audrey Hepburn. However, Ford and Ormond have done justice to their characters. OTTplay Rating - 6.4 Available - iTunes and Tubi A Star is Born A 2018 American musical romance film written and starred by Bradley Cooper alongside Lady Gaga. It's the fourth version of the 1937 film of the same name, which premiered in the 75th Venice International Film Festival. Despite being a familiar story, the movie has managed to capture the attention of its audience. Further, Lady Gaga’s original composition for the movie, titled Shallow, won her an Academy Award for Best Original Song. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - iTunes, Google Play, Hungama You've Got Mail You've Got Mail is a 1998 American rom-com film that stars Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan in lead roles. It is based on the 1940 movie The Shop Around the Corner, which is also a remake of the 1937 film Parfumerie. Though the earlier movies highlight the story of love between two pen pals, You’ve Got Mail marked the dawn of the internet age by changing the mode of communication from letters to emails. OTTplay Rating - 7.0 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Vi His Girl Friday A 1940 American screwball comedy film starring Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell. The screenplay was adapted from the 1928 play The Front Page. Though remakes are generally showcased in a modern style, this movie is a classic though remade after nine years of the original. With stellar performances by the star cast, this movie ranks high in the list of all-time great remakes in movie history. OTTplay Rating - 8.3 Available - Exclusively on MX Player Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 29Best Sports Documentaries

Due to the rise in the popularity of online streaming platforms, Docuseries has become a current trend that has taken the world by storm. One of the most common themes to emerge up here is the sports genre. Sports has always been a highlight for moviemakers for long, filming sports documentaries of great players has been a great challenge for them. The inside stories, specific interviews and behind the scenes looks are captured marvellously giving these documentaries a whopping hit. The Last Dance It is a 2020 Sports Documentary miniseries with 10 episodes that was co-produced by ESPN and Netflix. The show has set a benchmark amongst all sports documentaries made till date, bagging the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary miniseries. The series showcases the career of American former basketball player Michael Jordan during the rise of the Chicago Bulls in the 90s and covers some of his past and present interviews. It also features interviews of many other NBA players including Dennis Rodman, Scottie Pippen, Phil Jackson and Steve Kerr. A must watch for any sports enthusiast. OTTplay Rating - 9.4 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Schumacher The Netflix documentary chronicles the journey of Formula One legend Michael Schumacher from his early years in F1 teams Jordan and Benetton, to his dominance in the early 2000s with Ferrari, and his return to the sport with Mercedes. The film features interviews with his family, including brother Ralf, a former F1 driver, and son Mick, who drives for Haas in the ongoing F1 calendar. There are also fascinating insights provided by former colleagues Sebastian Vettel, Mark Webber, Damon Hill, and his longtime time rival Mika Häkkinen. Formula 1 : Drive to Survive A 2019 sports documentary series is a collaboration of Formula One and Netflix. A truly engaging show that never fails to bring in the adrenaline rush, excitement and emotions of the F1 fans. The series follows the behind-the-scenes glance of races of the Formula One World Championship. Currently airing the third season, it features the inside stories of the high octane speed machines that are driven by the world’s fastest drivers. OTTplay Rating - 8.8 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Untold: Deal with the Devil This is a 2021 biographical sports documentary of America’s former boxer Christy Martin. The series has promisingly highlighted the life story of Martin that includes her success and failures and depicts how she competed in her boxing championships while also dealing with an abusive husband and her coach Jim Martin who was found guilty of shooting and stabbing her was sentenced to jail. Kudos to the production team for covering the interviews of the victim and accused which is unusual. OTTplay Rating - 7.3 Available - Exclusively on NetflixBreak Point An Indian sports documentary series with a total of 7 episodes is based on the success story of the duo tennis players Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi. They were not only childhood friends but grew up picking tennis as their interest. They were teamed up for the Men’s doubles Tennis Tournament winning them a smashing Doubles number 1 title in 1997. The show follows a few highlights from their childhood life and entry into the Tennis sport, and incidents that grew them apart with their differences never to get back as a team in any future tournaments. OTTplay Rating - 9.0 Available - Vi and Zee5 Sunderland ‘Til I Die Released in 2018 this docu-series is all about the English football club Sunderland A.F.C. The show has two seasons with a total of 7 episodes. The series follows the locals of Sunderland football club who are driven by their passion for the game. Season 1 focussed on the EFL Championship having been relegated from the Premier League in 2017. After the series success, the producers documented the 2018 championship in season 2. OTTplay Rating - 7.6 Available - Exclusively on Netflix At the Heart of Gold: Inside the USA Gymnastics Scandal A 2019 American crime documentary film that is based on the life story of USA gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar. The film shows how Nassar sexually abused and molested close to 200 young female gymnasts, who were minors. Though it was quite disturbing, the US gymnastics official kept this crime under cover until all those victims came forward to show Nassar’s cruel face to the world. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Disney + Hotstar Well, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 28Period Drama Movies

Period films whisk audiences away to a different time and world. From flourishes such as accurately recreating the architecture to managing the costumes, depicting the distant past is a meticulous affair. But this is something filmmakers have painstakingly executed in period classics time and again. From the colonial stripes in movies set in pre-independent India to the Victorian gowns in Shakespeare in Love and Sense and Sensibility, period films have served as a window to the past. Today’s List hai toh hit hai is a compilation of some period movies that you need to watch right away. I'm your host Nikhil. Let’s kick off the list for today Gangs of New York Gangs of New York is a 2002 American epic historical drama film starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis and Cameron Diaz in the lead. The story is set in the 1860s and follows a young Irish immigrant who’s recently released from prison and heads to Five points in New York to seek revenge against his father’s killer. In this journey, he fights for his survival, while hoping to garner support from local Irish immigrants. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Google Play and YouTube Shakespeare in Love Shakespeare in Love is a 1998 American romantic period comedy-drama headlined by Joseph Fiennes and Gwyneth Paltrow. The movie bagged several prestigious accolades and created history. It revolves around the world-renowned playwright who finds his match in Viola and is subsequently inspired to write one of his imminent plays. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - YouTube, Google Play, iTunes Kurukshetra A 2019 Kannada mythological war movie that stars an ensemble cast of Darshan, V. Ravichandran, Ambareesh, P. Ravishankar, Sonu Sood, Arjun Sarja, Meghana Raj, Nikhil Kumar, Haripriya and Shashikumar. The movie is largely based on the Indian Epic Mahabharata. The story follows the Pandavas who go into exile after losing a gamble against Kauravas. On their return to the kingdom, a conflict over succession eventually leads to the epic war. OTTplay Rating - 6.9 Available - Zee5, Vi Lagaan Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India, is a 2001 period sports movie which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. The film stars Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh in lead roles alongside British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne. The story is set in a fictional village called Champaner in 1893 when India was under British rule. When an arrogant British officer challenges the locals from Champaner to a game of cricket, the wager includes a tax relief for three years or double tax. Left with no option, the locals are compelled to give it their best shot in the contest where the stakes seem particularly life-altering. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - YouTube Titanic Titanic is a 1997 American epic romance, disaster movie directed, written and produced by James Cameron. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in the lead and was a worldwide success g. The film was lauded particularly for its spot-on set design and costumes but also for rendering a timeless love story that straddles generations. The film borrows its name from RMS Titanic, the British passenger liner which sank into the North Atlantic Ocean after being struck by an iceberg. This film’s story revolves around a wealthy young woman who falls in love with a modest artist while travelling on the very same ship from Southampton to New York. A must-watch for those who enjoy eternal love stories but also for those who have an appetite for disaster thrillers. OTTplay Rating - 8.1 Available - Exclusively on Disney + Hotstar Partition: 1947 Partition: 1947 is a 2017 period drama directed by Gurinder Chadha, starring Hugh Bonneville, Manish Dayal, Huma Qureshi, Gillian Anderson, and Michael Gambon. The movie, which is dubbed in Hindi, was initially released worldwide in English as Viceroy’s House. The story follows the last British viceroy in India, Lord Mountbatten as he navigates the task of dissolving the British rule in India and forming a new independent nation. During this assignment, he must field conflicts, riots and much strife. This film sensitises us about the fallout of the Partition and about those who suffered, those who’ve survived and even those who fall in both brackets. Available - Netflix Well, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 27Female friendships based movies

The beauty of female friendships is that it is a space of care, concern and unconditional support. Today’s list is a compilation of female friendships depicted in movies and shows. Welcome to list hai toh hit hai theme special, I'm your host Nikhil. Bridesmaids A 2011 American rom-com starring Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph in lead roles and Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Jon Hamm, Ellie Kemper, and Wendi McLendon-Covey in supporting roles. The funny and light-hearted ensemble comedy follows the story of Annie Walker (Wiig), who is forced to turn maid of honour for her best friend Lillian (Rudolph). Though unrequited in love and penniless, she sportingly leads her friend and the bridesmaids to the road of matrimony. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Mubi Girls Trip Girls Trip is a 2017 American comedy film starring Regina Hall, Tiffany Haddish, Queen Latifah, and Jada Pinkett Smith. An epic ladies-on-the-loose comedy movie follows four friends who get an opportunity to reconnect over a trip to New Orleans for a music festival. They rekindle their friendship through brawls, drinking and dancing. OTTplay Rating - 6.4 Available - Exclusively on Netflix 2 Broke Girls An American sitcom series that aired between 2011 and 2017, consisting of 138 episodes produced for Warner Bros.Television, follows friends Max Black, played by Katherine Dennings and Caroline Channing, played by Beth Behrs. These women, working as waitresses, are always financially struggling. They finally team up and raise funds to set up their cupcake venture. OTTplay Rating - 6.3 Available - Amazon Prime Video Clueless Clueless is a 1995 comedy teen drama movie, starring Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd and Brittany Murphy. Inspired by Jane Austen’s classic Emma, the film follows a well-to-do teenage girl, Cher Horowitz, who befriends a new student Tai Frasier, and gives her a makeover instilling confidence in her. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Netflix, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes GLOW An abbreviation of Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling is an American comedy-drama series on Netflix. The series has an ensemble cast consisting of Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Sydelle Noel, Britney Young, Marc Maron, Britt Baron, Kate Nash, Gayle Rankin, Kia Stevens and Jackie Tohn. The series is a fictionalized account of the personal and professional lives of a women's professional wrestling entity called GLOW founded by David McLane. OTTplay Rating - 7.8 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Big little lies A 2017 American drama television series, based on the novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, is a winner of the Golden Globe Award for Best Miniseries. The show stars Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Zoë Kravitz and Laura Dern in lead roles. The critically acclaimed series follows the seemingly perfect lives of five upper-class women who get tangled in a murder investigation at the Californian beach town of Monterey. OTTplay Rating - 8.8 Available - Exclusively on Disney + Hotstar Well, that's the List hai toh hit hain theme special for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 25Best Superhero series

Who doesn’t like superheroes! especially when they display heroic patriotism, pull off their signature outfits out of nowhere, fight all odds in protecting people around them, they never fail to meet the expectations of viewers. Marvel has always won hearts through its popularity in movies and in recent years stepped into television series with the same pace. The superhero genre seems to spread its wings for both films and television equally. The following are a few live-action superhero series streaming on OTT. I'm your host Nikhil, this is List hai toh hit hai theme special, stay with me. Marvel’s DareDevil A 2015 American television series based on Marvel Comics of the same name. Charlie Cox as Mathew Murdoch/Daredevil, Vincent D'Onofrio as Wilson Fisk, and Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page play leading roles. The series sets itself apart from the MCU films with its gritty narrative and excellently choreographed fight sequences. I bet you are going to hate Kingpin Wilson Fisk, who is arguably the best villain in the MCU. OTTplay Rating - 8.9 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Watchmen A 2019 HBO miniseries consisting of 9 episodes is a slightly different take from Zack Synder’s 2009 film of the same name. Winning eleven Emmy Awards and many other prestigious accolades, the story takes place 34 years after the events of the original graphic novel by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. It explores several socio-political themes through its narrative. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Exclusively on Disney + Hotstar Marvel’s The Punisher The 2017 series that has two seasons is based on the violent and tragic life of Frank Castle. He resorts to deadly force to fight crime in his city, showing no mercy to those who cross his path. Frank’s character is played by Jon Bernthal, reprising the role from Daredevil. OTTplay Rating - 8.9 Available - Netflix The Boys A 2019 Amazon Original series is based on a graphic novel of the same name. The series has an ensemble cast that includes Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Tomer Capon, Laz Alonso, Karen Fukuhara, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Chace Crawford, Jessie T. Usher, Nathan Mitchell and Dominique McElligott. The story is based on superheroes who misuse their superpowers. A group of vigilantes, called The Boys, sets out on a mission to bring these powerful beings to justice. OTTplay Rating - 9.1 Available - Exclusively on Amazon Prime Video Jessica Jones The 2015 neo-noir psychological thriller series that aired three seasons, stars Kysten Ritter in a titular role. After the tragic end of Jessica Jones’ superhero career, she starts off as a private investigator in New York City. The reemergence of the villainous Kilgrave brings Jessica back in action. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Exclusive on Netflix Arrow The 2012 sci-fi superhero series set the tone for a new era for superheroes in television. The series ran for 8 seasons consisting 170 episodes and spawned several spin-offs including The Flash, Supergirl, and Legends of Tomorrow. Stephen Amell portrays Oliver Queen, a pampered billionaire playboy who gets stranded on an island when his yacht goes missing and is presumed dead. But he returns back to the city after five years as a hooded vigilante called Arrow, who would later become the popular DC superhero Green Arrow. OTTplay Rating - 7.6 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix That's the theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme until then it's your host Nikhil out of here, Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12, 20229 min

Ep 24High Altitude action movies

Aviation has always captured the imagination of the masses irrespective of their demographic. An exciting storyline about flying machines is a popular concept among filmmakers, be it epic war dramas or action thrillers about the hijacking, packed with nail-biting scenes mid-air using high-end visual effects. There are a few praiseworthy aviation-based movies that have some great stories to tell, today’s list is all about such movies. Air Force One The film is a 1997 American political action-thriller starring Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close, Wendy Crewson in the lead. It is about a group of terrorists who hijack US President James Marshall’s official Air Force One. The President must race against time to rescue his family and his team on board. The movie is a must-watch, especially for its spectacular climax. OTTplay Rating - 6.6 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Mubi Con Air An American action thriller film released in 1997 stars Nicolas Cage, John Cusack and John Malkovich in the lead roles. This great entertainer has a plot depicting a wrongly convicted former US Ranger Cameron Poe who gets paroled to return home to his pregnant wife and must fly home in a prison transport plane with criminals on board. He is forced to secretly work with a US Marshall in order to prevent the criminals from plotting to hijack the flight mid-air as part of an elaborate prison break. OTTplay Rating - 7.3 Available - Disney + Hotstar, YouTube, Google Play Sully Sully is a 2016 American biographical drama movie starring Tom Hanks as Sullenberger (Sully). Directed by Clint Eastwood, based on the autobiography Highest Duty by Chesley Sullenberger, the film depicts Sully’s miraculous emergency landing of US Airways flight 1549 on the Hudson River, saving the lives of everyone on board. Though he is lauded as a hero in the eyes of the media and public, he faces a tough investigation that could hamper his career. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Netflix, Disney + Hotstar, YouTube, iTunes, Hungama, Google Play, Vi Non-Stop A 2014 American action thriller film starring William John Neeson and Julianne Moore in the lead is about a terror plot onboard a flight. The story is all about the US Air Marshal Bill Marks, who gets threatening messages from an unknown flyer ordering the airline to transfer a huge sum of money to an offshore account, failing to do so will result in a passenger being killed every 20 minutes. OTTplay Rating - 5.1 Available - Netflix Flight Plan This 2005 release is an American Psychological thriller film that stars Jodie Foster as Kylie Pratt. The story follows Kylie, a recently widowed American aircraft engineer who flies back to the US with her six-year-old daughter and her husband’s body in a coffin. Panic strikes when Kylie doesn’t find her daughter next to her and nobody on board admits to seeing her. Keeping her sanity in mind she searches for her missing daughter on the double-decker flight. OTTplay Rating - 6.6 Available - YouTube, Google Play, iTunes, Mubi Snakes on a Plane If you are a movie buff who enjoys frightful slithery action-packed movies then this one is a must-watch for you. A 2006 American action thriller film starring Samuel L. Jackson, the story follows an FBI agent who boards a plane, escorting a witness to testify against a mob boss. Unfortunately, the plane is infested with highly aggressive venomous serpents drugged to attack anyone, in what turned out to be an elaborate scheme by the mobster to kill the witness by bringing the whole plane down. OTTplay Rating - 5.0 Available – Hungama Alright that's the list hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back tomorrow with a brand new podcast until then its your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 23Best Con Indian movies of all time

When one specific theme in a film sets your mind in one particular direction and just when you think you have settled down, it just throws you off guard and sets you off in a totally different direction altogether. Well, that's very similar to the plot in certain films about con artists. In today’s list hai toh hit hai, we take a look at movies packed with smart plots, comic scenes, and talented con artists. I’m your host Nikhil, let's get started then First on the con list for today is, Special 26 A Hindi film directed by Neeraj Pandey, released in 2013 has an ensemble cast of Akshay Kumar, Manoj Bajpayee, Anupam Kher, Kajal Aggarwal, Jimmy Shergill, Divya Dutta, and Kishor Kadam. The story is based on a group of con men who disguise themselves as CBI officers and swindle a well-known businessman and several politicians in the city. When the actual CBI officers learn about them, they plot a clever plan to nab these fraudsters. OTTplay Rating - 7.8 Available - Netflix, Voot, iTunes, Google Play, Jio, Youtube Khosla ka Ghosla This is a 2006 Hindi comedy-drama, starring Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Parvin Dabas, Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, and Tara Sharma in the lead roles. The story is all about a Delhi based retired middle-class man Kamal Ghosla whose land is taken over by unethical means by a bully. Kamal’s son and his friends pitch in and plot against the crook to retrieve that piece of land. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix, Youtube, Google Play Bunty Aur Babli A 2006 Hindi comedy-drama film starring Abhishek Bacchan and Rani Mukherjee in title roles alongside Amitabh Bachchan in a supporting role. A cameo song featuring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was a super hit that was composed by Shankar-Ehsan-Loy. The story follows two aspiring youngsters who dream big and are on the verge of making quick money by teaming up to loot affluent members of society. But a police officer named Dashrath Singh is on their tails to apprehend them red-handed. Does he succeed in doing so? You gotta watch this flick to know. OTTplay Rating - 6.6 Available - Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube. Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye This 2008 Hindi comedy movie stars Abhay Deol in the lead with Paresh Raval, Neetu Chandra, Archana Puran Singh, and Richa Chadha in supporting roles. Abhay, who plays the titular role Lucky or Lovinder Singh, is a smart thief who tactfully steals money, vehicles, valuables and even dogs! Finally, he gets caught by the cops and undergoes trial. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Google Play Ek Hasina Thi A 2004 Hindi thriller starring Urmilla Matondkar opposite Saif Ali Khan in the lead. The story follows Sarika who falls in love with Karan, and the two of them eventually get married. Karan requests Sarika to deliver a parcel to his friend via Air travel, which she agrees to. This was in fact a well-planned con by Karan, Sarika is arrested by the authorities and learns that she was framed by her own husband. Betrayed and sentenced to a long term in jail, Sarika decides to seek vengeance. OTTplay Rating - 7.1 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Well, that's the List hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back again with a brand new theme pretty soon, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 22LGBTQA in Films

Welcome to List hai toh hit hai, a theme-based podcast special on OTTplay, I'm your host Nikhil with you. More often than not, films do a poor job of depicting marginalised sections of society. The LGBTQA community has unfortunately been subject to such poor filmmaking tactics as well. From lewd humour to stereotypical depictions, films have seldom been able to do justice to the already marginalised. However, some movies have gone the extra mile to ensure their characters honestly depict the struggles and trauma of the ostracised, steering clear of any one-note depictions and opting for poignant storytelling instead. Here’s a list of films that truly tug at the heartstrings. Boys Don't Cry Boys Don’t Cry is a 1999 American biopic of Brandon Teena, played by Hilary Swank. The movie revolves around the life of Brandon, an American trans man who relocates to Nebraska and falls in love with an aspiring singer Lana Tinsdel, (played by Chloë Sevigny). But things take an unexpected turn when Lana gets to know about his identity as a trans man. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Disney + Hotstar Call Me By Your Name This film is a 2017 romantic drama starring Timothée Chalamet, Armie Hammer, and Michael Stuhlbarg in the leads. The story is set in Italy and follows a teenager Elio, who develops feelings for an older Oliver, an assistant to his father. Through his growing affections towards Oliver, Elio discovers his sexual orientation. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Netflix Schitt’s Creek Schitt’s Creek is a Canadian television sitcom aired on CBC Television between 2015 and 2020. The 80-episode show has an ensemble cast consisting of Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Dan Levy and Annie Murphy. The series received three nominations for a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comedy Series, for their portrayal of the LGBTQA community. The story depicts a former well-to-do Rose family who go bankrupt and are forced to move into a run-down motel in a small town called Schitt’s Creek. OTTplay Rating - 8.7 Available - Exclusively on NetflixKilling Eve This is a 2018 British spy television series starring Sandra Oh as Eve Polastri and Jodie Comer as Villanelle in the lead. Eve, a British intelligence officer is assigned a task to capture assassin Villanelle. After a trail of chases, they develop mutual feelings for each other. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar The Imitation game This British historical drama was released in 2014 and is based on the 1983 biography Alan Turing: The Enigma by Andrew Hodges. The plot is based on the life of Turing, a British mathematician who joined a cryptography team to decode the German messages during World War II. He successfully builds a machine that decodes the same but is disgraced after British authorities reveal he is gay. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix, Zee5, Amazon Prime Video, Jio, YouTube, Hungama, Google Play Duck Butter This is an American experimental comedy released in 2018, starring Alia Shawkat, Laia Costa, Mae Whitman, Hong Chau and Kate Berlant. The story follows two women overwhelmed by dishonest and broken relationships. They decide to spend 24 hours being intimate with each other to find a whole new level of ecstasy, but it doesn't go as planned. OTTplay Rating - 5.6 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new episode, until then it's your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 21Regional Murder Mysteries

Murder Mystery is a sub-genre of Crime, gets attention from its viewers for its thrilling background music, unexpected story twists, enthralling cinematographic scenes and exemplary screenplay. So, brace yourself as today’s list hai toh hit hai is all about Indian regional murder mystery films that gave you that adrenalin kick. I'm your host Nikhil, let's begin my list. The first murder mystery film is Shivaji Surathkal The 2020 Kannada thriller stars Ramesh Aravind and Radhika Narayan in the lead. The first outing was a tremendous success and now the filmmakers are planning to release its sequel pretty soon. The main plot of the story is about an investigation of a high-profile murder in a resort. It’s later revealed in the film’s plot that this murder is connected to the disappearance of the police officer’s wife who is in charge of this case. The climax is all about how this grieving officer unfolds the plot to this murder. OTTplay Rating - 7.8 Available - Zee5, Vi Maayavan A 2017 Tamil Sci-fi thriller film stars Sundeep Kishan and Lavanya Tripathi in the lead, while supporting roles are played by Jackie Shroff, Daniel Balaji, R. Amarendran, and Jayaprakash. The story follows a series of murders which is investigated by a police officer Kumaran. The case gets more intricate as he notices all these murders have been executed in a similar pattern. The central plot of the film is gripping, with ample twists and turns, as expected in any thriller murder mystery film. This film was later dubbed into Telugu as Project Z. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar November Story This 2021 Telugu thriller is a nine-episode web series starring Tamannaah in the lead role along with Pasupathy M., G. M. Kumar and Namita Krishnamurthy. The plot depicts a famous crime writer Ganeshan who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease. He finds himself amidst the murder scene without his knowledge. He is totally clueless as he cannot recollect anything around him. His daughter Anuradha, (played by Tamannah) who works as an ethical hacker in a Crime Bureau sets out to find the truth. The series is gripping, with ample violence that keeps the viewer on the edge of their seats. OTTplay Rating - 8.7 Available - Exclusively on Disney +Hotstar Kariyilakkattu Polae Kariyilakkattu Polae is a classic Malayalam film from the 80s, directed by the legendary P Padmarajan. The film has a stellar cast of Mohanlal, Mammotty, Karthika and Rahman. This investigative thriller has all the elements resembling a Shakespearean play with themes such as love, betrayal, villainy and tragedy. The plot revolves around the murder of a famous movie star and the investigation that follows. The narrative unfolds in a dramatic fashion towards the third act, with shocking revelations and an unexpected climax. It definitely deserves more credit than what it received at the time of its release in 1986. This flick comes with an OTTplay rating of 8 Available on Disney+ Hotstar Baishe Srabon Srijit Mukherji’s second feature directorial, the Bengali noir thriller Baishe Srabon, was released in 2011 to rave critical and commercial response. The film stars Prosenjit Chatterjee, Parambrata Chatterjee, Raima Sen, and Abir Chatterjee, along with director Gautam Ghose. The story, loosely based on David Fincher’s 1995 thriller Seven, follows a young cop who teams up with a former police commissioner to track down a notorious serial killer with a penchant for classic Bengali literature. With an unreliable narrator and countless unexpected twists, Baishe Srabon is consistently gripping. Anupam Roy’s intimate soundtrack makes the events unfolding on screen feel even more uncomfortable. This thriller has an OTTplay rating of 8.5 This film can be watched on Netflix, Disney + Hotstar, Google Play and Mubi That's the end of this podcast of List hai toh hit hai, an Indian regional murder mystery film special. I shall be back again with another podcast soon, until then it's your host Nikhil out of here. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 20Best Anime Series

In the world of entertainment, anime (the Japanese form of animation either hand-drawn or computer-generated) has witnessed a steady growth in popularity in recent years. Anime shows and films are a holistic mix of romance, comedy, action, mystery and horror. Today’s list hai toh hit hai has a fair number of anime show recommendations just for you. I'm your host Nikhil, stay with me. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is a 64-episode Japanese anime series that was released in 2009. The show is adapted from the original Fullmetal Alchemist manga series and narrates the story of two brothers who attempt to bring their mother back to life through alchemy after she dies of an incurable illness. In their failed attempt, they physically disable themselves. Thus, to regain their bodies, they set out in search of Philosopher’s Stone. OTTplay Rating - 9.4 Streaming on Netflix. Death Note Death Note is a 2006 manga series based on Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata’s book of the same name. The story follows protagonist Light Yagami, a genius high school student who finds a magical notebook which lets the user kill anyone by writing their names in it. Blinded by the power of the book, he starts killing Japanese criminals and targets international ones. The show contains several twists to keep audiences hooked to their seats. OTTplay Rating - 9.5 Streaming on Netflix. Steins; Gate Steins; Gate is a 2011 anime series based on time travel and the outcome of its misuse. The plot depicts an avowed ‘mad scientist’ Hououin Kyouma who discovers a time machine that can send messages to the past. Kyouma finds himself in trouble when a search organisation named SERN tracks him and his colleagues down. OTTplay Rating - 9.1 Streaming on Netflix. Neon Genesis Evangelion Neon Genesis Evangelion is a 1995 Japanese mecha series set in a futuristic city named Tokyo-3. During a worldwide crisis, the protagonist, Shinji Ikari’s father recruits him to a shady organisation called Nerv to pilot a giant bio-machine Evangelion, in order to combat alien beings named Angels. The series narrates the experiences of Evangelion pilots as they fight Angels, planning to destroy their city. OTTplay Rating - 8.9 Streaming on Netflix. Cowboy Bebop Cowboy Bebop is a sci-fi neo-noir anime inspired by western films. Set in a futuristic society in 2070, the show follows a group of bounty hunters as they embark on adventures aboard their spaceship called Bebop. The narrative tackles themes like existentialism and isolation. A live-action adaptation of the series will be released on Netflix on November 19 2021. Arcane Arcane, released earlier this month, has received glowing reviews from fans and critics alike. The Netflix Original anime series is based on the hit online multiplayer video game League of Legends. Its unique animation and compelling story makes it one of the best-animated shows of this year. OTTplay rating of 9.3 Streaming exclusively on Netflix. Alright, that's the end of today's podcast list hai toh hit hai anime special. I shall be back again with a brand new theme pretty soon. Until then it's your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20224 min

Ep 19Best Courtroom Drama Films

Welcome to List hai toh hit hai your theme-based podcast special, I'm your host Nikhil Are you a fan of courtroom dramas? If the answer is yes then you're in for a treat today on List hai toh hit hai. The movies that are based on legal courtroom dramas come with unique storylines, unexpected twists and turns. They usually leave lasting impressions on the viewers, and more often than not it's the story plot that takes the cake followed by a nail-biting climax. This is your host Nikhil and welcomes to OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, courtroom drama theme special. Now let's explore my list of movies for you to watch on OTT. shall we? Primal Fear The 1996 American legal thriller, starring Richard Gere, Edward Norton and Laura Linney in the lead is based on William Diehl’s book of the same name. The story is about a Chicago based defence attorney Martin Vail known for his greed, who is convinced that his client, an altar boy Aaron, is not guilty of murdering the Archbishop. As the trial begins he faces his ex-lover Janet Venable as the prosecutor. The mystery unravels as it is revealed that Aaron has a split personality disorder where he becomes an alter ego named Roy. In fact, it is Roy who kills the Archbishop, who is suspected of being a paedophile. After the judge dismisses in favour as a case of insanity, Aaron’s final confession to Martin leaves the latter disillusioned with the entire case. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Jio, Google Play, YouTube Pink A 2016 Hindi legal thriller film with a stellar ensemble cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu, Angad Bedi, Kirti Kulhari, Andrea Tariang, Piyush Mishra, Tushar Pandey, and Dhritiman Chatterjee is regarded as a masterpiece with brilliant performances by the entire cast. The story is about Minal and her two friends, Falak and Andrea, who are sexually assaulted by Rajveer and his friends at a party but fail to raise an FIR as he is highly influential. A retired lawyer, Deepak steps in to fight their case in court. After a gruelling interrogation, Deepak forces Rajveer to admit his misdeeds. The final climax has been shot extremely well where Deepak questions as to why are women stereotyped by their lifestyles, choices and preferences. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix, Disney + Hotstar, Google Play, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes A few good men This is a 1992 American legal drama film based on Aaron Sorkin’s play of the same name. The impressive star cast consists of Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, Kevin Bacon, Keifer Sutherland, and Jack Nicholson. This riveting film was nominated for four Academy Awards. Based on a true story, it revolves around a court-martial of two US Marines charged with the murder of a fellow Marine, and their case gets assigned to Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee, an inexperienced military lawyer. His senior Lieutenant Commander Joanne Galloway suspects the Marines carried out the ‘Code Red’ order as per their commanding officer. However, Kaffee risks it by meeting Col Jessup to find the root of the conspiracy. OTTplay Rating - 8.1 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, Sony Liv, iTunes, Mubi, YouTube Mulk This film has a star-studded ensemble of Tapsee Pannu, Rishi Kapoor, Prateik Babbar, Ashutosh Rana, Manoj Pahwa, and Rajat Kapoor. It was released in 2018 and is based on real-life events. The movie depicts the struggle of Murad Ali Mohammad and his family as they are forced to prove their love for the country when his son joins a terrorist organisation. Mohammad’s daughter-in-law fights his case in court to prove his innocence arguing that he has nothing to do with the terror link established by his son. The climax is worth a watch when the judge gives his verdict, is an eye-opener to any common man. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Zee5, Vi Jai Bhim The Tamil film released during Diwali on 2nd November this year, has Suriya in the lead and Lijomol Jose, Prakash Raj, K Manikandan in supporting roles. It is based on a true story that happened in the 90s in a tribal village of Tamil Nadu. The story depicts an honest advocate Chandru who fights in court for a tribal woman, Senggeni, whose husband, Rajakannu, gets falsely convicted in a case. Things go haywire when they learn that Rajakannu goes missing from prison. Sensing something fishy, Chandru sets out to find the truth. OTTplay Rating - 9.6 Available - Exclusively on Amazon Prime Video Philadelphia An American legal drama film released in 1993 stars Tom Hanks as Andrew Beckett and Denzel Washington as Joe Miller in the lead. The story follows Andrew, a senior associate in a law firm in Philadelphia who hides his homosexuality and AIDS diagnosis in order to save his career. But much to his dismay, his colleague spots a visible lesion on his forehead, caused by skin cancer, after which he gets fired. He files a case against the firm for AIDS discrimination, with the help of Joe Miller. The ending is a bitter-sweet tear-jerker. OTTplay Ratin

Jan 11, 20226 min

Ep 17Best arranged marriage themed films

They say marriages are made in heaven, but if you ask me, as an entertainer I would say they are made in movies! Shocked and surprised are you? Don't be as I’m talking about the arranged marriage concept that's shown in movies. Yes, that's the theme for today on List hai toh hit hai, my list showcases some of the best films made on the arranged marriage theme in movies. I'm your host Nikhil, here we go! Main, Meri Patni Aur Woh The 2005 romantic comedy, starring Rajpal Yadav, Rituparna Sengupta and Kay Kay Menon, captured the nuances of conjugal life, focusing on one man’s insecurities around his height. Sengupta and Yadav play a newly-married couple, while Kay Kay Menon essays the role of Sengupta’s debonair friend in the film. Wondering how much we at OTTplay have rated it? a 7.5 and you can watch it on OTT platforms Netflix and iTunes. Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi In Anushka Sharma’s Bollywood debut Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, the actress plays a woman who is forced to marry a stoic simpleton after her father’s untimely death. Shah Rukh Khan essays the role of her husband, who creates a loud and cheerful alter-ego to impress his wife. Backed by Yash Raj Films and directed by Aditya Chopra, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi became the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2008 globally. OTTplay has rated it a 7.8 and you can watch this on OTT platforms Netflix, Youtube, SonyLIv and Amazon Prime Video. Dum Laga Ke Haisha Sharat Katariya’s 2015 film Dum Laga Ke Haisha narrated the story of a school teacher and her retro music aficionado husband. Ayushmann Khurrana plays an entitled husband who feels insecure of his wife’s educational qualifications, and routinely fat-shames her. The film earned Bhumi Pednekar her Best Female Debut Filmfare Award, and propelled her to instant stardom. We at OTTplay have rated it a 7.9 and you could watch this flick on various OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, SongLiv, Youtube, iTunes, and Google play. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan Shubh Mangal Saavdhan is predominantly about the social stigma around erectile dysfunction, the film spotlights the nervousness and awkwardness couples usually face in an arranged marriage scenario. The film is a remake of the Tamil movie Kalyana Samayal Saadham, and is directed by R. S. Prasanna, who also directed the Tamil original. This flick got our attention and a rating of 7.1 as well you can watch it on Airtel TV, VI, Jio and Zee5. Vivah Sooraj Barjatya’s 2006 film featuring Shahid Kapoor and Amrita Rao charts the journey of a newly engaged couple through their eventual marriage. The film also dealt with how most arranged marriages are dictated by regressive societal standards of beauty. We at OTTplay have rated it a 7, watch this family drama on OTTplatforms Hungama, Eros now, VI, Zee5. Socha Na Tha Imtiaz Ali’s debut feature Socha Na Tha is often touted as the director’s best. Starring Ayesha Takia Azmi and Abhay Deol, the film is a cheeky take on the contentious concept of arranged marriages. The protagonists are shown as ruefully opposed to the idea of an arranged marriage until they discover each other, and expectedly, fall in love. This flick has an OTTplay rating of 7. 5 and you can watch it exclusively on Zee5. Alright, folks! That's the list hai toh hit hai podcast for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme from the world of movies, until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20224 min

Ep 16Binge-watch special films

Heya! A long weekend is coming up, and that's always good news for all the movie buffs! Be it a rom-com, drama, thriller, or action flick, what is your pick for the weekend going to be? Are you confused about what to binge-watch? Don’t fret, because here is the ultimate list of releases that’s going to keep you company for the long weekend. This is your Host Nikhil, stay with me on OTTplay List hai toh hit hai Army of Thieves A heist comedy movie released on October 29 on Netflix, Army of Thieves is sure to keep you glued to your seat till the end. The film has Natalie Emmanuel as Gwendoline and Matthias Schweighöfer as Ludwig Dieter. Just when there is an international alert around zombie outbreak around the world, Gwendoline hires a safe-breaker and few others to rob the impenetrable safes of three banks across the European belt. Meenakshi Sundareshwar Karan Johar’s Hindi rom-com film is all set to release on November 5 on Netflix. The film, starring Sanya Malhotra as Meenakshi and Abhimanyu Dassani as Sundareshwar, looks promising with an impressively colourful cinematography. The story follows a newlywed couple in Madurai who are forced to live in separate cities after Sundareshwar gets a new job. Jai Bhim This Tamil film released on November 2 on Amazon Prime Video has Suriya in the lead and Lijomol Jose, Prakash Raj, K Manikandan in supporting roles. The legal drama is based on a true incident that took place in the 90s at a tribal village in Tamil Nadu. Suriya plays a righteous advocate who defends a tribal man falsely convicted in a case. Finch The American post-apocalyptic Sci- Fi drama is all set for release on November 5 on Apple TV+. It stars Tom Hanks in the lead, and follows an unwell inventor, a last man on the Earth, who builds an android robot to protect himself and his dog. The robot learns about human values like love and friendship. Tryst with Destiny Tryst with Destiny is an upcoming Indian-English series releasing on SonyLIV on November 5. It stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Vineet Kumar, Jaideep Ahlawat and Amit Sial in pivotal roles. The show centres on four different characters with varied backgrounds who struggle to take control of their own destinies. Catching Killers This suspense-filled Netflix documentary series is sure to leave fans spellbound. The series showcases police and investigators trying to crack open cold-blooded murders. Every episode depicts two violent murders from different parts of the world. Well, that's my binge list of movies for the coming long weekend, hope you enjoy these awesome flicks with your friends and family. That's the end of this podcast List hai toh hit hai for now, I shall be back again soon until then it's your host Nikhil Signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20223 min

Ep 15Top Rom-com movies

Hey there, welcome to the theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai, I'm your host Nikhil with you. The holiday season is just around the corner. But whether you are celebrating with your family, friends or partner, there is nothing more comforting than turning into romantic comedies. They are also called Rom-coms, you remember right! while digging into tubs of ice cream and cheese popcorn. Here are some of our recommendations that you wouldn’t regret streaming now. Clueless Clueless is a 1995 comedy teen drama movie, starring Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd, and Brittany Murphy. The story is a modern-day adaptation of Emma by Jane Austen. The story follows a rich Beverly Hills teenager, Cher Horowitz, who befriends a new student, a clumsy teenager named Tai. Cher gives a makeover to Tai instilling her confidence with the sense of style. The movie is regarded as one of the most successful in the genre. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Netflix, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes Bridget Jones's Diary Based on a novel by the same name written by Helen Fielding, this is a 2001 romantic comedy movie starring Renee Zellweger, Hugh Grant, Colin Firth. Renee as Bridget is a thirty-year-old English woman who decides to start writing a diary in which she wishes to record all about her career, daily life, and romantic relationships. However, after two love encounters, her viewpoint changes drastically. OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video 13 Going on 30 An American fantasy comedy flick released in 2004, stars Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo. The story is all about 13-year-old nerdy Jenna Rink who is humiliated by her friends, thereby making an unusual birthday wish to turn 30. She wakes up the next morning as a successful 30-year-old and she has no clue how it all happened. OTTplay Rating - 6.3 Available - Exclusively on Netflix Pretty Woman A 1990 romantic comedy movie has Richard Gere and Julia Roberts in the lead. The story depicts a wealthy businessman who hires a courtesan to spend time over a weekend and falls in love with her. As they grow closer, they struggle to bridge the gap between their different worlds. Roberts' role in the movie won her the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress. OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Disney + Hotstar, YouTube, Google Play The Princess Diaries Based on a novel of the same name written by Meg Cabot. This is a 2001 American comedy romance film starring Julie Andrews as the Queen of fictional country Genovia, and Anne Hathaway as Mia, the Queen’s estranged granddaughter. Mia, a shy teenage school student, learns from her mother that she is the sole heir to the throne of Genovia. Her grandmother, the Queen is all set to get her a makeover to fit into the shoes of a princess. The movie has piled up good comic scenes of Mia Enroute her journey in becoming a princess. OTTplay Rating - 6.1 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Google Play, YouTube, Mubi, Jio Pride and Prejudice If you are a fan of romantic comedy flicks then this one is surely for you, a 2003 movie starring Kam Heskin, Henry Macquire, Lucila Sola and Orlando Seale. The story follows a sincere college student, Elizabeth who has a total focus on becoming a graduate, comes across two prospective men. One who is a charming womanizer and the other a straightforward business man. With the aid of her friends, she must select one. OTTplay Rating - 5.4 Available - Exclusively on Tubi A Cinderella Story Here’s another comedy modern fairy tale released in 2004, starring Hilary Duff, Jennifer Coolidge, Chad Micheal Murray, and Regina King. The storyline is very similar to that of the classic Cinderella story. Samantha, a teenage girl, who is mistreated by her stepfamily, is all thrilled to meet her internet beau in a Halloween dance party. As she learns how popular he is, she gets back home leaving her phone behind. OTTplay Rating - 6.3 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Hungama, iTunes Alright, folks that's the theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back again with a brand new theme on another episode until then it’s your host Nikhil signing out. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 14Puneeth Rajkumar Dedication

It was a Black Friday for the entire state of Karnataka and the Kannada Film Industry as it faced a heavy jolt after losing its iconic gem, 46-year-old Puneeth Rajkumar from a massive cardiac arrest. Fondly nicknamed Appu, Power Star, and Yuvarathna by his fans, he was the youngest son of legendary film icon, the late Dr Rajkumar. Puneeth has acted in 29 Kannada movies ever since his younger days, and he is the only South Indian superstar to produce 18 consecutive super hit films. He will always be remembered not only as an ever-smiling, multi-talented actor but also as a kind-hearted philanthropist. Today’s list hai toh hit hai is a special tribute to the Kannada superstar. The following are a few of his memorable movies as the lead, celebrating his life and success. This is your host Nikhil, stay with me. Bettada Hoovu A 1985 release, Kannada film starring Puneeth Rajkumar as a child actor earned him a National Award for Best Child Artist. The story depicts a young boy Ramu who hails from a poor family, is forced to stop school and work. Ramu, who is inspired to buy a book on Ramayana, starts collecting money by getting wildflowers for a foreign tourist. Available - YouTube Appu The 2002 Kannada comedy romantic film was his comeback into the industry. Acting alongside Rakshitha in the lead, this movie claimed great success and was remade in Telugu, Tamil and Bangla. A college student Appu falls in love with Suchitra from the same college. He tries all his tricks and talents to prove his love for her. OTTplay Rating - 8.8 Available - YouTube Abhi Based on a true story, this movie was released in 2003, with Puneeth and Ramya in the main lead. The story is about Abhi and Bhanu, neighbours who fall in love with each other. They are forced to ignore their love for one another because of their different religious backgrounds. They are separated and find out the truth about their past. Will they get back to each other? Available - YouTube Arasu The 2007 Kannada action-drama film stars Puneeth in the title role, Ramya as Shruti and Meera Jasmine as Aishwarya. The story is based on a love triangle in which Arasu, a son of a business tycoon, falls in love with Shruti, but when she questions his competence, he sets out to make his own living. On his journey of self-discovery, he meets Aishwarya who aids him. Who will he choose? OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - YouTube, Vi, Jio, Sun Next Milana Milana is a super hit musical Kannada film from 2007 starring Puneeth Rajkumar as Akash and Parvathy Thiruvothu as Anjali in the lead. The story depicts Anjali demanding a divorce from Akash on their first night as she wants to reunite with her love interest Hemant, who later turns out to be a fraudster. Will Anjali finally realise Akash for the man he truly is? This movie is very special to me as I got an opportunity to do my silver screen debut with Puneeth Rajkumar.. OTTplay Rating - 7.9 Available - Zee5, Vi Doddamane Huduga The 2016 release, Kannada action drama film with Puneeth as Surya and Radhika Pandit as Nisha in the lead. It has an ensemble star cast of Ambareesh, Sumalatha, Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, Avinash Krishna, Srinivasa Murthy. The movie is packed with some action sequences; the story is based on Surya from a small town who learns that he belongs to a big family. Though hates his father for abandoning him in childhood, helps him deal with the local goon. OTTplay Rating - 6.4 Available - Zee5Raajakumara A 2017 Kannada action film, starring Puneeth as Siddarth and Priya Anand as Nandini in the lead. The story is based on the life of Siddarth hailing from a rich family in Melbourne, who loses his entire family in a plane crash, returns to India and finds out the harsh truth of his father’s reputation. What will he do to rectify it? The movie has given some all-time super hit songs. OTTplay Rating - 8.3 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Jio, MXplayer, Sun Next, Vi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 12Best Franchise Comedy films ever made

Welcome to the special theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai, I'm your host Nikhil, Let’s begin. What comes to your mind when I say comedy films? They are sources of uninhibited fun, loud guffaws and belly-aching laughs for viewers of all ages. However, only a handful of movies stand the test of time. Let's see what's in our list today — the best franchise comedy films ever made. Golmaal (Franchise) The Hindi comedy movie franchise is directed by Rohit Shetty. The first film, released in 2006, was a superhit and was followed by three more sequels surrounding the lives of four friends who get mired in one trouble after another. The series has hilarious dialogues and great music. Golmaal Fun Unlimited in 2006 Golmaal Returns in 2008 Golmaal 3 in 2010 Golmaal Again in 2017 OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, Vi, MXplayer, Airtel Xstream The Naked Gun (Franchise) The Naked Gun is an American crime comedy series, directed by Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker. In every movie, there is a police officer named Frank Drebin who gets assigned to undercover operations to stop assassinations from taking place. The Naked Gun: From the Files of the Police Squad in 1988 The Naked Gun 2 ½: The smell of fear in 1991 The Naked Gun 33 ½: The final insult in 1994 OTTplayer Rating - 7.3 Available - YouTube, iTunes, Google Play Police Academy Franchise The is an American crime comedy film franchise by Hugh Wilson. The movies are based on the Police Squad. Facing shortage of officers, the police department comes up with a recruitment policy to hire new police officers. Police Academy in 1984 Police Academy 2 in 1985 Police Academy 3 in 1986 Police Academy 4 in 1987 Police Academy 5 in 1988 Police Academy 6 in 1989 OTTplay Rating - 6.2 Available - Google Play, YouTube, iTunes, Hungama, Vi Pink Panther Pink Panther is an American comedy-mystery film franchise owned by MGM Studios. The story centres around a French detective, Inspector Clouseau, and his hilarious ways to solve cases. Though he is clueless of what happens around him, he is always able to crack a case open. Few hit movies are The Pink Panther in 1964 A shot in the dark in 1964 Inspector Clouseau The Pink Panther 2 The Return of Pink Panther OTTplay Rating - 5.5 Available - Tubi Austin Powers Austin Powers is an American Sci-fi comedy series released between 1997 and 2002, directed by Jay Roach, and starred Mike Myers in a double role as Austin Powers and Dr. Evil. This spy series is a spoof of the James Bond genre. Though not attractive, Austin Powers gets all female characters attention. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery in 1997 Austin Powers: The Spy who shagged me in 1999 Austin Powers in Goldmember in 2002 OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - Apple TV+ , Hungama Scary Movie Franchise Scary Movies is an American series of parody films. The five films are spoofs of popular horror tropes in Hollywood. This series juggled humour and horror with equal ease. Scary Movie, Scary Movie2, Scary Movie3, Scary Movie4, Scary Movie5 OTTplay Rating - 6.5 Available - Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, Tubi Fockers (Franchise) Fockers is an American comedy film franchise directed by Jay Roach. The story is of soon-to-be in-laws the Fockers and the Byrneses, who are completely incompatible with each other, no matter how hard their children Greg and Pam try to patch them up. Meet the Parents in 2000 Meet the Fockers 2004 Little Fockers 2010 OTTplay Rating - 7.4 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Jio Well, that’s today's special theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai, I shall be back with another podcast from the world of movies and entertainment. This is your host Nikhil signing off for now! Aaj kya Dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20226 min

Ep 11Book adaptation films

Welcome to List hai toh hit hai the theme-based podcast, and we have a theme for today, It’s always a pleasure when your favourite books get adapted into films. However, these translations always leave room for differences between the book and film versions. Here are some amazing book-to-movie adaptation picks we have today, let’s see who did it better: the movie or the novel..this is your host Nikhil, stay locked. Nomadland The 2020 American neo-western drama is based on the novel Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century by Jessica Bruder. The story is about a woman who leaves her home after her husband’s demise and becomes a van-dwelling nomad in search of a job. During her road journey, she meets several other nomads who share their life experiences with her. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Both the movie and the novel are good Available - Disney + Hotstar Normal People The series Normal People is an Irish television drama, based on a book with the same name by Sally Rooney. The story is about two teenagers Connell and Marianne, who share a brilliant intimacy with each other, from the early days of secondary school to their college years. Their struggles pile up as they juggle their complex relationships and insecurities. OTTplay Rating - 9.0 Series is better than the novel Available - Amazon Prime Video Room A 2015 drama film is based on Emma Donoghue’s novel of the same name. The movie depicts a woman who has been kept in captivity for seven years in a room with her son. She raises her five-year-old in the confined space that is their entire world. However, on their escape, the child gets a glimpse of the outside world which he had never seen. OTTplay Rating - 8.2 Movie did better Available - Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Jio, iTunes, Mubi The Witcher It is a fantasy drama television series based on Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski’s novel. Filmed with a keen similarity to the images of the book, the story is about the life of Geralt, a witcher, a mutant with special powers, who kills monsters for money. If you enjoy the fantasy genre, then this is a good one packed with amazing action scenes. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Series beats the novel Available - Netflix The Lovely Bones It is a 2009 supernatural thriller drama film based on American writer Alice Sebold’s novel. The story is about a 14-year-old Susie Salmon who gets raped and murdered by her neighbour Harvey and dumped into a sink. Her spirit is stuck ‘in between’ as it refuses to leave, and watches her family desperately search for her. OTTplay Rating - 7.1 Book made it better Available - Google Play, YouTube, Jio Jurassic Park A 1993 blockbuster hit directed by Steven Spielberg, this movie is based on a novel by Michael Crichton.This breathtaking movie is a masterpiece that has some amazing visual and sound effects. The first film of the franchise, Jurassic Park, revolves around a few scientists who visit a genetically engineered dinosaur theme park. An unexpected series of incidents lead to the creatures breaking free while the humans find themselves surrounded by predators. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Movie was a hit than the book Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes, Vi, Hungama A Time to Kill This 1996 American crime drama is based on the novel by John Grisham. The story is about an African-American Carl Lee Hailey, whose daughter, Tonya gets abducted and raped by two white men. After he kills the criminals, he undergoes trial. Will his friend Jake Brigance help him win the case? OTTplay Rating - 7.3 Movie is better than the book Available - Amazon Prime Video Alright folks that's the list hai toh hit hai for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with a brand new theme. Until then it's your host Nikhil signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 10Child protagonist movies

A child protagonist adds to a film’s innocence, sweetness and authenticity. Here is a consolidation of famous child protagonist movies of all times. You're welcome to this roller coaster special ride on List hai toh hit hai, today's special child protagonist movies of all time! I'm your host Nikhil, let's play! Taare Zameen Par Taare Zameen Par is a 2007 Hindi drama film produced by Aamir Khan, starring Darsheel Safari as Ishaan Awasthi in the lead. The story is based on Ishaan, an eight-year-old boy who suffers from dyslexia and finds difficulty in reading and writing. Criticised by his father, he is sent to a boarding school where the art teacher helps him discover himself. OTTplay Rating – 8.6 Available – Netflix Makdee This is a 2002 Hindi fun-filled fantasy movie starring Shweta Basu Prasad in the lead. It depicts the story of twin sisters Chunni and Munni in a village, who encounter a witch named Makdee. Munni is turned into a hen by the witch and Chunni strikes a deal to retrieve her sister in exchange for a hundred hens. OTTplay Rating – 7.6 Available – Vi Anjali This is a 1990 Tamil film directed by Mani Ratnam. Shamili, who bagged the National Award for the best child actor for her role in the film, plays the titular Anjali. A mother learns that her toddler, whom she thought was dead, is alive, but is differently abled. The family faces challenges to raise the little child. OTTplay Rating – 8.3 Available – Amazon Prime Video, Eros Now, Zee5, Mubi, Jio, Vi Rockford The 1999 Hindi movie is directed by Nagesh Kukunoor and stars Rohan Dey as a thirteen-year-old Rajesh Naidu who arrives at Rockford Boy’s School. Without the support and constant presence of his parents, Rajesh tries to cope up to his new environment. OTTplay Rating – 7.6 Available – Disney + Hotstar Home Alone Home Alone is a 1990 American family comedy starring Macaulay Culkin. The story is based in Chicago where an eight-year-old boy is accidentally left alone at home by his family who travel to Paris during Christmas vacation. What happens next is shocking! He encounters two burglars who try their best to barge into his home. The film narrates how the boy successfully tackles two adult criminals. OTTplay Rating – 8.1 Available – Disney + Hotstar, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes Jojo Rabbit This is a 2019 black comedy-drama starring Roman Griffin Davis as Jojo Betzler. The story is inspired from the book Caging Skies by Christine Leunen. Jojo, a Hitler youth member, finds out that his mother has hidden a Jewish girl in their attic. Fearing this revelation will lead to the execution of all the three, Jojo starts questioning his beliefs while also seeking advice from his imaginary friend, a campy Adolf Hitler. OTTplay Rating – 8.4 Available – Disney + Hotstar The Parent Trap This is an American comedy-drama movie released in 1998 starring Lindsay Lohan in a double role. Eleven-year-old twin sisters who are separated by birth because of their parents’ divorce encounter each other on a summer vacation. When they learn they are separated twins, they chalk out a plan to reunite their parents. OTTplay Rating – 7 Available – Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Jio Well, that’s today's special theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai, I shall be back with another podcast from the world of movies and entertainment. This is your host Nikhil signing off for now! Aaj kya Dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 9Best movies made on Horror theme

Welcome to another special podcast of List hai toh hit hai, I am your host Nikhil and this is OTTplay. I’m your host Nikhil, Let’s begin If you were to pick a movie which is a box office hit, what genre would you choose? It has the ability to scare, disgust and thrill you. Here are a few nail-biting movies that are sure to give you a jumpscare. The winner always turns out to be horror, this is List hai toh hit hai , horror theme special. Evil Dead The 2013 film tells the story of five friends who head to a cabin in the woods where they discover a hidden basement and stumble upon the Book of the Dead. Terror strikes when one of the friends unintentionally reads the book summoning the evil force. Few among them get possessed by evil, while the others desperately try decoding the book in an attempt to destroy the demon. OTTplay Rating - 6.3 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Sony Liv, Tubi Saw Saw is a 2004 American horror-thriller film. This frightful film follows two men, who gain consciousness in a dilapidated bathtub next to a dead body. They get a recorder of a Jigsaw Killer who instructs them to kill each other if they want to save their family. The sadistic serial killer sets a closed-circuit video, forcing their families to witness the torture. OTTplay Rating - 8 Available - Airtel Xstream, Vi Scream This 1996 American horror film is the highest-grossing slasher film of all time. The story is all about the masked killer who floods the calm Californian town in a bloodbath. He targets teenage high school kids using horror films and plays deadly games. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Disney + Hotstar The Exorcist The Exorcist is one of the most successful and terrifying movies of all time. Released in 1973, the story is about a young girl who starts speaking in tongues, levitates and acts indifferent. When her worried mother seeks medical help but fails to cure her daughter, a priest suggests performing an exorcism to help her out of this. OTTplay Rating - 8.3 Available - Hungama, Vi Ezra This is a Malayalam horror film starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Priya Anand. The movie has taken the Indian horror genre to another level with its scary background score. The story revolves around a couple who buy a strange box from an antique shop, which results in paranormal activities happening around them. Once they discover that the box is a dybbuk, they set out to hire a rabbi to help free them from this evil. OTTplay Rating - 6.9 Available - Disney + Hotstar, YouTube Bhaagamathie Bhaagamathie is a 2018 Telugu thriller film starring Anushka Shetty in the lead. The film was a commercial success and was simultaneously shot in Malayalam and Tamil. The movie follows Chanchala, an IPS officer who visits a haunted mansion for interrogation but is possessed by a spirit instead. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Voot, Vi, Zee51920 1920 is a Hindi horror-romance film directed by Vikram Bhatt. The movie, released in 2008, tells the story of Arjun, who falls in love with Lisa, marries her and abandons his family. Things take a sinister turn when he learns that his wife is possessed by an evil spirit. OTTplay Rating - 6.8 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, MXplayer That's the horror special on list hai toh hit hai, I shall be back soon with another brand new podcast and a new theme, until then its your host Nikhil outta here. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 8Films based on musical theme

Welcome to one podcast that's based on special themes from movies and shows, this one’s List hai toh hit hai Im your host Nikhil for today. There is nothing more enjoyable than head bobbing and foot-tapping to high-octane song-and-dance routines. Be it Hollywood or Bollywood, musicals are always dependable crowd-pullers. Here are a few musical movies and shows that you can watch again and again. Mary Poppins This is a 1964 American fantasy film starring Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and Karen Dotrice. The story is about the titular Mary Poppins, who becomes a nanny for two mischievous children. She takes them to a magical world and imparts their life lessons with a touch of humour. OTTplay Rating – 8.3 Available – Disney + Hotstar, Jio The Sound of Music This 1965 Academy Award winner for Best Picture has Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer in the lead roles. The story is about a widowed navy captain who hires a governess to take care of his seven mischievous children. The governess Maria brings in music and love into the lives of these mischief mongers, setting them on the right note. OTTplay Rating – 8.4 Available – Disney + Hotstar Grease This 1978 romance drama stars John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John and Stockard Channing in the lead. The most successful musical movie ever made, Grease revolves around teenagers Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson who fall in love with each other during summer vacation, but later unexpectedly encounter each other in high school. OTTplay Rating – 7.5 Available – Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, iTunes, Jio Moulin Rouge! The film, which had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, was released in 2001. Starring Nicole Kidman and Evan McGregor, this musical drama film depicts a heartwarming story of a young English poet who falls in love with a cabaret actress. The film is well known for its amazing set and costume design. OTTplay Rating – 7.8 Available – Google Play, YouTube, iTunes, Mubi, Apple TV+ Bohemian Rhapsody Bohemian Rhapsody is a 2018 biographical musical drama film starring Rami Malek, Brian May and Joseph Mazzello. The film is based on the life of Freddie Mercury, the British singer and lead vocalist of the musical band Queen. This movie is the most successful music biopic ever made. OTTplay Rating – 7.6 Available – Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, YouTube, Google Play High School Musical The 2019 American mockumentary series in association with Disney Channel has an ensemble cast of Joshua Bassett, Matt Cornett, Sofia Wylie, Kate Reinders, Olivia Rose Keegan, Julia Lester, Derek Hough, Larry Saperstein and others. The fictional story is based on a group of music enthusiasts from East High School, who take part in the staging of High School Musical: The Musical, which is their school production. OTTplay Rating – 5.3 Available – Disney + Hotstar Aashiqui Aashiqui is a 1990 Hindi romantic movie that tells the story of an aspiring singer who unexpectedly meets a beautiful woman at a police station and falls in love with her. Life takes a turn when they start dating each other but struggle to strike a balance between their personal and professional lives. OTTplay Rating – 6.5 Available on – Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play, Vi, Hungama, Airtel Xstream Rockstar The 2011 Hindi movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Nargis Fakhri and Aditi Rao Hydari in the lead. The story depicts the life of a man who wants to be a successful rockstar and believes heartbreak is the key to becoming a true musician. When his beloved marries another man, he channels his angst into creating music. OTTplay Rating – 8.1 Available – Zee5, YouTube, Google Play, Eros Now, iTunes, Airtel Xstream, Jio Rock On! Rock On! is a 2008 Hindi film, starring Farhan Akhtar, Arjun Rampal, Purab Kohli, Luke Kenny, Prachi Desai, Koel Puri, Shahana Goswami in the lead roles. The story is about the members of a music band, who reunite years after disbanding for good for a one grand finale stage performance together. OTTplay Rating – 8 Available – Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, iTunes, YouTube Alright that's a wrap on List hai toh hit hai, one podcast based on themes from movies and shows, I shall be back again with another podcast of List hai toh hit hai with a brand new theme, until then it's your host Nikhil signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20224 min

Ep 7Films based on War theme

Welcome to the special theme-based podcast - List hai toh hit hai, I'm your host Nikhil Planning to binge-watch movies with friends or family? Here’s the list of a few war movies and shows which deserve attention from the fans of this genre. Let’s kick-off Band of Brothers This 2001 American War Drama miniseries, based on the historic events in World War II, tells the story of the veterans of East Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division of the US Army. The show is created by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. The series won Emmy and Golden Globe awards for the best miniseries. OTTplay Rating - 9 Available - Disney + Hotstar Inglourious Basterds The 2009 War Action film stars Brad Pitt, Melanie Laurent and Christoph Waltz. The movie is based on a few soldiers who set out on an undercover mission to assassinate Nazi leaders. Apart from its crisp script and commendable acting, the film, which premiered at Cannes Film Festival in 2009, also won many awards and nominations. OTTplay Rating - 8.4 Available - Netflix Saving Private Ryan A 1998 American War- Drama film, Saving Private Ryan stars Tom Hanks and Matt Damon among others and is directed by Steven Spielberg. The film is set during the Invasion of Normandy in World War II when the US Army Rangers Captain John Miller along with his squad go on a search mission to find a paratrooper, Private James Ryan, who is the lone survivor son after the death of his three siblings. OTTplay Rating - 9 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, iTunes, Google Play, Jio, Mubi Schindler’s List The 1993 Academy Award winner for best film starring Liam Neeson, Caroline Goodall, Ben Kingsley, is based on a story about a German industrialist who is also a member of the Nazi party. He recruits Jewish refugees as his employees in his factory and ends up saving over 1000 Jews during the Holocaust. OTTplay Rating - 8.7 Available - Netflix, Mubi Dunkirk The 2017 Thriller - Drama written, directed and produced by Christopher Nolan, is based on the narrative of a group of soldiers from Britain, Belgium and France who are held up in the port town of Dunkirk. Their only way out is by sea, which faces dogged German naval forces. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, YouTube, Vi, Hungama, Tata Sky Fury The movie stars Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman. It is a 2014 American war film that portrays the scenario of US tank crews fighting against the Nazis in the final weeks of World War II. OTTplay Rating - 7.7 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Netflix, YouTube, Google Play, Zee5, Jio, Hungama, Vi The Hurt Locker An Academy Award winner for the Best Picture, this war-action movie was released in 2008. Starring Jeremy Renner, this movie dives into a war zone in Baghdad back in 2004. The story unfolds as a team of soldiers from the explosive ordnance disposal team try to defuse a bomb with a lot of caution and protocols. OTTplay Rating - 7.2 Available - Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play, Tata Sky Black Hawk Down This 2001 war film is based on the US military raid in 1993 where the US sent its special forces to Somalia to destabilise the government. The film shows how Black Hawk helicopters are used to lower the soldiers onto the ground when they experience an unexpected attack from the Somalian forces. The story unfolds as the US soldiers struggle to combat the gunfire. OTTplay Rating - 8.0 Available - Netflix, Sony Liv, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, iTunes, Mubi Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hai special theme-based podcast for today, I shall be back again tomorrow with another episode until then it’s your host Nikhil signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6Indian Films based on cop dramas

Welcome to List hai toh hit hai, one podcast that is based on special themes from movies. I'm your host Nikhil. The Indian film industry has always produced amazing cop dramas. One of the defining characteristics of every cop movie is timely heroic entries, be it action entertainers, serious dramas or comedies. In recent years, filmmakers have upgraded action sequences with crisp visual effects and realistic graphics. Here are a few commendable Indian cop films you can go ahead and binge-watch. A Wednesday The 2008 Hindi thriller starring Naseeruddin Shah and Anupam Kher is considered one of the best crime drama films ever made. The story follows a common man planting bombs to eliminate the terrorists involved in the Mumbai train bombings. The man eventually crosses paths with the police commissioner who tracks his secret location through GPS. The story has good twists and is a must dekho! OTTplay Rating – 8.3 Available – Youtube, Google Play Mardaani A 2014 Hindi crime drama that focuses on women empowerment, Mardaani stars Rani Mukherjee and Jisshu Sengupta and is directed by Pradeep Sarkar. The story is about a fearless cop who sets out to rescue a teenage girl and take down a child trafficker. In the movie, Rani packs in some solid punches, both literally and metaphorically. The screenplay will definitely keep you glued to your seat until the end of the film. OTTplay Rating – 7.5 Available – Amazon Prime Video, SonyLiv, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube Special 26 Special 26 is a 2013 Hindi crime drama directed by Neeraj Pandey. It has an ensemble cast with Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Kajal Aggarwal, Jimmy Shergill and Manoj Bajpayee in lead roles. The story is about a gang of con artists who disguise themselves as CBI officers to raid a politician’s house. The movie becomes a cat and mouse chase when an honest CBI officer sets out to stop their next big heist. The film offers a good twist in the climax. OTTplay Rating – 7.8 Available – Netflix, Voot, YouTube, Google Play, Jio, iTunes Khakee The 2004 Hindi action thriller has an ensemble cast consisting of Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Tusshar Kapoor, Prakash Raj and Atul Kulkarni. The story is about a team of police officers who escort an alleged terrorist from the small city of Chandgad to Mumbai. As they set out for Mumbai, they encounter unforeseen events. They fight for their survival against adversities created by an ex-police officer for reasons best known to him. The movie has some good blockbuster songs. OTTplay Rating – 7.6 Available – Amazon Prime Video, Airtel Xstream, iTunes, YouTube, Google Play, Vi, Jio Shootout at Lokhandwala A 2007 crime action movie is based on a real story of a shootout in Lokhandwala in 1991. An upcoming gangster Maya and his associate Dilip meet up in the swarming Lokhandwala complex to count seventy lakh rupees in a flat when a group of 286 policemen headed by ACP Khan attack them from all sides. The film has a stellar star cast consisting of Amitabh Bachchan, Vivek Oberoi, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Tusshar Kapoor, Arbaaz Khan, Shabbir Ahluwalia, Abhishek Bachchan and Rohit Roy. The movie gained fame for its song ‘Yeh Ganpat chal daru la’. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Airtel Xstream, MXplayer, Jio, Vi, Hungama Singam The 2010 Tamil language action film distributed by Sun Pictures has Suriya as the main lead and Anushka Shetty. The story revolves around a police sub-inspector Duraisingam who gets transferred to Chennai. He gets to know there was an influential goon behind his transfer. Unable to cope with the violence the goon has unleashed upon people, he decides to head back to his village. But he is stopped by his girlfriend Kavya and has to fight for what is right. The movie was a huge success all over and it was later remade in different languages and has a few sequels released as well. OTTplay Rating - 7.1 Available - Disney + Hotstar, Voot, iTunes, MXplayer, SunNext, Jio, Vi Talaash The 2012 Hindi thriller was financed by Aamir Khan Productions and stars Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Rani Mukerji in lead roles with Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Rajkummar Rao. The story revolves around Inspector Shekhawat, who grieves his young son’s death. He is assigned a high profile case of a car accident. When he starts investigating the case, he encounters an alluring escort named Rosie. Watch the flick for more twists and turns. OTTplay Rating - 7.5 Available - Amazon Prime Video, Voot, Netflix Alright, that's the List hai toh hit hai based on the theme of amazing cop dramas from Indian films, I shall be back again with a brand new episode of list hai toh hit hai with a brand new theme. Until then it's your host Nikhil signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5Best Films on Sci-Fi themes

Welcome to List hai toh hit hai, where I showcase some exclusive listicle stories based on special themes from the world of films and shows. Science-fiction may be a niche genre but it has forever inspired filmmakers to stretch the limits of reality to deliver unimaginable worlds and concepts on screen. Picture post-apocalyptic worlds where artificial intelligence dominates the human race or even the ability to transcend time and space to discover an existence never imagined possible. For all sci-fi fans out there, here are a few films and shows adapted from bestsellers that will take you on a journey that’s beyond ordinary. I'm your host Nikhil. Stay locked. Foundation Foundation is an American sci-fi drama 2021 television series created by David S Goyer, based on the series of books written by Isaac Asimov. The story is based on a professor who discovers a way to predict the future. He realizes that the future does not hold good for his galaxy and tying up with a band of exiles he sets out to save it from imminent danger. Season 1 of the show was a hit that Apple TV+ renewed for season 2. OTTplay Rating - 7.3 Available - Apple TV+ The Martian The Martian is a 2015 sci-fi movie based on the book with the same name by Andy Weir. The movie is all about an astronaut Mark Watney who gets stranded on Mars while on a mission after his crew leaves, presuming him to be dead. The story narrates his struggle to sustain himself with limited resources until he manages to get help. The movie was appreciated for its scientific accuracy and realistic depiction. OTTplay Rating - 8.2 Available - Youtube, Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, Google Play, Tata Sky 2001: A Space Odyssey This 1968 sci-fi movie is based on the novel by Arthur C Clarke. The story is a tale of an epic voyage undertaken by a crew of astronauts along with their revolutionary supercomputer set out to trace the extraterrestrial monolith on the lunar surface. This one’s considered one of the best sci-fi movies ever made and should be on your binge-list if you’re a fan of the genre. OTTplay Rating - 7.8 Available - Youtube, Google Play, iTunes, Vi Blade Runner Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner, released in 1982, is a noir-cyberpunk movie based on the novel Do Androids Dream of electric sheep? By Philip K Dick. The movie stars Harrison Ford as a police officer who’s assigned to hunt down four genetically engineered humans. The film was initially met with mixed reviews and bombed at the box-office, but has since gone on to be regarded as one of the best films ever made. The sequel titled Blade Runner 2049 starring Harrison Ford and Ryan Gosling, directed by Denis Villeneuve, was also released to a lukewarm reception at the box office in 2017, despite garnering rave reviews from the critics. Scott, who made the 1982 cult classic, pinned the sequel’s failure on the film’s excessive runtime. OTTplay Rating – 8 Available - iTunes, Google Play The Expanse This American sci-fi television series is based on the novels of the same name by James S A Corey. The series is set 200 years in the future where humanity has colonized the solar system. Driven by geopolitics and an inter-planetary setting, the series also delves into the relationship that nations would share in the future. SFX fans are in for a treat but this one also packs a compelling story to keep you hooked through the series. OTTplay Rating - 8.9 Available - Amazon Prime Video The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy This 2005 sci-fi comedy flick is based on a series of novels of the same name by Douglas Adams. The story is based on a character called Arthur Dent who has an alien friend called Ford Prefect. When Ford warns that the Earth is to be demolished by a race called Vogons, the duo set out on an expedition to work on their guide to the galaxy. The movie has a promising cast including Martin Freeman, Yasiin Bey and Sam Rockwell. OTTplay Rating - 6.9 Available - Youtube, Disney + Hotstar, iTunes, Google Play That's the end of this special podcast List hai toh hit hai, I shall be back again with another brand new podcast until then it's your host Nikihl signing off. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 3Crime Mystery films

Welcome to another special podcast of List hai toh hit hai, I am your host Nikhil and this is OTTplay. I’m your host Nikhil, Let’s begin From Zodiac to Dial M for Murder, in today’s List hai toh hit hai, we’re listing some of the most spine-chilling crime mysteries. Crime mysteries have always enthralled audiences of all ages. From unsolved murders to serial killings, there’s a twisted pleasure in accessing damaged minds who commit unspeakable crimes. And what’s even more exciting is the journey that detectives and law enforcement officers embark on - in an attempt to get to the bottom of the affair. It’s hardly surprising then that crime thrillers and mysteries have been one of the most profitable genres in Hollywood in recent decades. From Alfred Hitchcock’s classics to adaptations of Stieg Larsson’s bestsellers, the list of crime-thrillers is endless. But here’s a selection of films that you ought to watch if you’ve got an appetite for thrillers. Zodiac The 2007 thriller, starring the likes of Robert Downy Jr., Jake Gyllenhaal and Mark Ruffalo, is based on the life of the real-life serial killer who terrorised the San Francisco Bay Area between the late 1960s and early 1970s. The film follows the murders which are believed to have been committed by the serial killer who was given the moniker “Zodiac Killer”. Rating - 7.9 Available - Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hungama, Vi Dial M for Murder Few filmmakers come close to the brilliance of Alfred Hitchcock when it comes to thrillers. One of the most memorable masterpieces of the director is Dial M for Murder. The film follows the devious plan that man hatches to murder his wife when he finds out that she’s having an affair. KNIVES OUT Knives Out is a comedy crime film which is fashioned like a classic “whodunit”. Christopher Plummer plays Harlan Thrombay, a wealthy crime novelist who has invited his considerably large family to his Massachusetts mansion to celebrate his 85th birthday. When Harlan is found murdered the next day, Daniel Craig enters the scene as the private investigator hired to solve the murder. Rating - 8.0 Available - itunes, Google Play, Hungama, Vi, Airtel Xstream Murder on the Orient Express Kenneth Branagh’s take on Agatha Christie’s 1934 novel was as kitschy as it gets. The 2017 movie, featuring Branagh in the role of the legendary Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot, roped in some of the biggest names in the business. Johnny Depp, Olivia Colman and Judi Dench came on board to recreate the mysterious, grizzly murder that takes place on board a luxury train. From the cantankerous White Russian Princess (played by Dench) to a nefarious art dealer (played by Depp), Branagh’s film was deliberately over-the-top. Despite the action centerered around what seems like an implausible murder, Branagh’s characters ensure the film never veers into grim territory. Also starring Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Michelle Pfeiffer and Daisy Ridley, the whodunit is an authentic adaptation and keeps viewers consistently tense about the proceedings on the screen. Rear Window This 1954 classic is arguably one of Alfred Hitchcock’s finest works. Featuring James Stewart as an injured, house-bound photojournalist, this thriller follows his character while he idly plays peeping-tom to his neighbours. Things take an unexpected turn when he becomes convinced that he has witnessed a murder in the apartment opposite his. His girlfriend (played by Grace Kelly) his nurse (Thelma Ritter) then accompanies him in solving the alleged murder. The film stood out from its contemporaries largely for Hitchcock’s treatment of spatially restrictive narratives. Since the film was largely shot indoors, Paramount Pictures, the studio that backed the film, built a set that is still considered the largest ever constructed within their premises. Rear Window even had Hitchcock’s trademark cameo appearance where the filmmaker can be seen winding a clock in a crucial sequence. WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT is a 1988 film which was selected for preservation by the Library Of Congress. This noir comedy is set in a fictional 1940s world where both cartoon characters and real humans live in perfect harmony. This delightful mixture of live-action and animation gives the film a distinctive edge and also appealing to various audience groups. When well known ‘Toon' Roger Rabbit is accused of murder, human private investigator Eddie Valiant tasks himself with exonerating him. Rating - 8.2 Available - Netflix, Disney + Hotstar Well that’s today's special theme-based podcast List hai toh hit hai, I shall be back with another podcast from the world of movies and entertainment. This is your host Nikhil signing off for now! Aaj kya Dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices