News

Half CA S2 Trailer Review: Hey Tvf, Aren’t You Tired Of Not Offering Anything New? (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Text

Trending Baaghi 4 Teaser Review: Tiger Shroff Asks, ‘Kundi Khadkaaun Ya Seedha Andar Aaun’ & I Hope He Is Bloody Serious With That ‘Jaanwar’ Vibe! Jolly Llb 3 Teaser Review: We Hear “Jolly Jolly, Yes Mama” & It’s Leaving Us Pumped For Arshad Warsi & Akshay Kumar’s Rollercoaster Ride!

Once upon a time, Tvf was every millennial’s go-to place as it acted as a stressbuster. In fact, the production house made web series even before the term was cool! Right from Permanent Roommates to Tripling, the shows connected with the youth of the country well.

Half CA Season 2 Teaser: Ahsaas Channa Returns To Face Bigger CA Struggles ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

On National Chartered Accountants’ Day, Ahsaas Channa unveiled the teaser for Half CA Season 2, a continuation of the show that explores the lives of aspiring Chartered Accountants in India. The new season aims to go deeper into the pressures, expectations, and everyday grind faced by CA students—a subject that clearly resonated the first time around.

Celebs Rally Behind Half CA’s Relatable Take On CA Student Life

Huma Qureshi shared the teaser on her Instagram stories and wrote, “Congratulations @ahsaassy and the whole team.”

( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Uorfi Javed dropped the teaser on her socials and wrote, “@ahsaassy what an actor you are..binge watching this tonight! Your hardwork and determination inspires me.”

Trending Hey Salman Khan & Kapil Sharma, No, Taking Dig At Sohail Khan’s Ex-Wife, & Normalizing ‘Desperate Male Gynaec’ Doesn’t Make You Funny!

Mumbai glittered on Thursday evening as Sitaare Zameen Par – Aamir Khan’s latest film – hosted its grand premiere, drawing an extraordinary lineup of Indian cinema’s biggest stars. The much-anticipated screening, held on 19 June ahead of the film’s global release, turned into an unforgettable night of love, laughter, and cinematic pride.

In a rare sight, Indian film icons Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan both attended, delighting fans and photographers alike. A lighthearted moment between superstars Salman and Aamir quickly went viral: Salman quipped to the paparazzi that Sitaare Zameen Par was first offered to him before Aamir decided to take on the lead role himself.

Shah Rukh Khan, meanwhile, was seen warmly greeting the film’s debutant actors. Dressed in a casual white tee, hoodie, and beanie, he posed for photographs and offered encouragement. His attendance followed the release of a behind-the-scenes video, which revealed a surprise visit to the film’s set.

Nitanshi Goel and Ahsaas Channa: Rising from Child Actors to Substantial Stars to Watch Out For

The Indian film industry has seen a number of actors start their journey as child artists and rise to become stars in their own right. Among them, two prominent names shine through Ahsaas Channa and Nitanshi Goel. Both actresses are widely recognized and celebrated for their dedication and versatility, consistently pushing the boundaries of their craft.

For the unversed, Ahsaas Channa played the role of a young boy in the popular film My Friend Ganesha, earning widespread appreciation. She further gained prominence as Arjun in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Her first role as a girl came with the horror film Phoonk in 2008, where she delivered a chilling and impactful performance, showcasing a side of her talent that had never been seen before.

Having made her mark in television, Ahsaas successfully transitioned into the...

Black never goes out of style, and trust our B-town divas to prove the point! Multiple actresses have stayed put with charming black ensembles and have always dished out major fashion goals. From body fit gowns to mini dresses, here’s looking at the top 5 actresses who stunned in black outfits.

Ananya Panday: Ananya Panday stunned in a structured black full-length outfit, featuring elongated sleeves, a striking twisted pattern at the waistline, and a chic thigh slit. Keeping it classy, Ananya simply styled her hair in loose curls and accessorised her outfit with contemporary golden earrings and rings.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Ananya...

Here’s A Look At Mx Player’s Slate Of 2025 Web Shows (Photo Credit – Instagram)

India’s entertainment landscape is set for a thrilling transformation in 2025 as Mx Player unveiled an ambitious slate of web series catering to diverse tastes. The platform, which has solidified its position as one of India’s top streaming services, is poised to introduce an eclectic mix of returning favorites and fresh projects.

With over 100 new titles, including 40 Hindi originals, Mx Player’s latest lineup promises to deliver an unforgettable 2025. Among the most anticipated titles are sequels to some of the platform’s most popular shows, such as Aashram, Hunter, and Who’s Your Gynac, alongside brand-new productions spanning crime, drama, horror, and reality genres.

Mx Player 2025 Features Exciting New Projects & Returning Hits

Fans of Mx Player’s iconic series can rejoice as several beloved shows return with new seasons. The political crime thriller Aashram,...

Mismatched S3 Ott Verdict: All Three Seasons Rule Netflix Charts ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Much-awaited web series Mismatched arrived on December 13 on Netflix with its third season, and suddenly, it was love in the air. Starring Rohit Saraf, Prajakta Koli, Rannvijay Singha, Vidya Malvade, Ahsaas Channa, and others the show is ruling with its third season.

The web series arrived on December 13, and it could not make it to the global trends on Netflix as per the recorded data from December 9 to December 15; it did make it to the number 1 spot in India.

Mismatched Ott Verdict

While the web series did not trend on Netflix’s global charts, hence the official numbers of the series were not disclosed, a report by Ormax states that Mismatched garnered 4.6 million views in its debut week.

Trending Amaran Ott Verdict (Week 2): Sivakarthikeyan Destroys The Goat, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram & Meiyazhagan’s Entire Lifetime With 44% Higher Views!

In the world of glamour and style, Barbie moments are not just for dolls anymore. Let’s dive into five standout Barbie moments from some of our favorite actresses.

1. Sara Ali Khan: Effervescent in Pink

Sara Ali Khan, known for her vivacious charm both on-screen and off, stole the spotlight in a stunning pink ensemble.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95)

2. Ahsaas Channa: Redefining Barbie Beauty

Ahsaas Channa, known for her versatility and unique style, embraced the Barbie theme with a youthful and playful interpretation of pink.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Ahsaas Channa (@ahsaassy_)

3. Shanaya Kapoor: Embracing Femininity

Shanaya Kapoor, making waves with her debut in the industry, captivated in a pink outfit that exuded grace and poise.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shanaya Kapoor (@shanayakapoor02)

4. Ananya Panday: Bold and Modern

Ananya Panday,...

Tvf continues to lead the way in creating engaging and relatable content, captivating audiences with their unique storytelling. Their track record of producing shows that resonate deeply with viewers is exemplified by the success of their inspirational drama series, ‘Half CA.’ After the first season received an overwhelmingly positive response, Tvf has announced an exciting update: the next season of ‘Half CA,’ unveiled on the 76th Chartered Accountants’ Day.

The announcement was made on social media, where Tvf shared an intriguing trailer and wrote:

“To Honor the CA Community on the 76th CA Day, we bring you exciting news!

aap bhi calculator lelo, CA ki taiyaari shuru ho gayi hai

Now filming for Half CA Season 2”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Tvf | The Viral Fever (@theviralfever)

The new season promises to delve deeper into the struggles, aspirations, and complex lives of CA students as they pursue their Chartered Accountant qualifications.

Films And Series To Watch if you loved Kota Factory. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Every year, lakhs of students head to Kota, dreaming of cracking their chosen competitive exam. Some succeed in doing so, while others face setbacks. Kota Factory’s story revolves around a 16-year-old Vaibhav (Mayur More) who moves to Kota from Itarsi to prepare for the Iit-jee exam.

Initially released in 2019, Kota Factory received much appreciation from the audience for realistically portraying the ever-challenging field of these competitive exams. The show, which also features Ahsaas Channa, Alam Khan, Ranjan Raj, Revathi Pillai, and Urvi Singh in pivotal roles, released its third season on Netflix recently.

If you are impressed by Kota Factory’s storyline, here’s a list of other web series and movies centered on competitive exams in India and the students’ struggles that you must watch.

Aspirants (2021-2023)

Tvf’s Aspirants follows the story of three...

Bigg Boss 17’s Khanzaadi Is Releasing Her Rap Comeback with JwalaMukh. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bigg Boss will always be a life-changing platform for artists. Celebrities go into the house to get a new experience and a national spotlight. Rapper Khanzaadi, who was a contestant on Bigg Boss 17, has had a roller-coaster ride, but she is turning it into art. The Hustle rapper will release her new project, and she revealed why she was hesitant about returning.

Khanzaadi, who rose to fame with her captivating presence on Bigg Boss 17, is set to make waves in the music industry by releasing her upcoming rap song “Jwalamukhi.” The artist recently unveiled the poster for the track, generating significant buzz among her fans and the music community.

Khanzaadi expresses her mixed emotions about the release. “I’m feeling very excited and nervous simultaneously because fans haven’t seen this side of me. I’m a Gemini.

Due to Kota Factory’s success, Netflix acquired it almost immediately, and the series tried to make us privy to the lives of Iit-jee aspirants staying in Kota. There were many entertaining and relatable characters that made Kota Factory interesting. So in this article, we bring to you the cast and character guide of Kota Factory season 3, and we try to analyze their personalities and understand what makes them who they are.

Spoiler Alert

Vaibhav Pandey

Played by Mayur More, Vaibhav is one of the protagonists of Kota Factory, and through his perspective, we witness the culture of the coaching capital of India and the challenges that students and coaching institutes face. Vaibhav was one of those students who had the hardest time coping with the Kota culture when he first came to live in Kota, but soon he adapted, mainly because of the loving friends he had around him.

What To Watch This Weekend. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The third week of June 2024 is filled with many exciting releases. If you are wondering what to watch this weekend, you have come to the right place. The list mentions the newly released titles in theatres and streaming platforms, from movies like Ishq Vishk Rebound to Netflix’s Kota Factory Season 3.

What To Watch This Weekend On Ott Netflix Kota Factory Season 3

Jeetu Bhaiya and his aimers are back! Kota Factory Season 3 takes an emotional turn with an immersive story that highlights the struggles of students and the faculty in Kota. The Netflix show stars Jitendra Kumar, Mayur More, Alam Khan, Tillotama Shone, Ahsaas Channa and others.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jitendra Kumar (@jitendrak1)

Trending Maharaj Movie Review: Junaid Khan & Jaideep Ahlawat’s Stellar Performances Are The Key Highlights Of A Risky Historical Controversy Gam Gam Ganesha: After Box Office Failure,...

Isha Koppikar On Bollywood Casting Couch, Anurag Kashyap On Abhay Deol’s “Toxic” Label – Top Trending News. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Here’s the latest trending news in the entertainment world: Isha Koppikar has bravely shared her experiences with casting couch in Bollywood, shedding light on industry challenges. Meanwhile, Karan Singh Grover reflects on his past marriages, expressing that they happened for the best.

Diljit Dosanjh makes a stylish statement in traditional Punjabi attire during his appearance on The Tonight Show. Annu Kapoor’s film ‘Hamare Barah’ finally hits theaters after a prolonged court battle. ‘Ishq Vishk’ returns to screens, reigniting college romance for nostalgic audiences.

Anurag Kashyap reaffirms his apology following accusations of creating a toxic work environment, addressing recent criticism. Lastly, Sania Mirza’s father dismisses rumors of a second marriage involving Mohammed Shami, clarifying the situation amidst media speculation. Read on!

Trending Manchu Lakshmi Comments On Her Father,...

From Kota Factory 3 to Hostel Daze; Top 5 Performances Of Ahsaas Channa. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ahsaas Channa is taking over the Ott world one role at a time. Do you remember the little kid who played Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta’s son in Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna? That’s Ahsaas. Channa’s transition from being a child actor in iconic movies to starring in some of Indian Ott’s biggest shows like Kota Factory, Mismatched, and more is pretty commendable. However, she has created a big niche in Ott and the Internet.

She has steadily carved out a niche in Indian entertainment. Known for her nuanced performances and ability to portray diverse roles with finesse, she has captured the hearts of audiences across various platforms. Here’s a look at five of her standout shows and films, including her pivotal role in Kota Factory’s Season 3.

1. Kota Factory (Season...

A month hasn’t passed since the release of the third season of Panchayat, but our favorite Sachiv Ji is back again. Of course, he’s playing Iit-alumni turned physics teacher Jitendra Kumar, aka Jeetu Bhaiya, in Netflix’s Kota Factory. Not only is the character named after the actor himself, but he can very well be passed off as an exaggerated fictional version of the man. How remarkable it is that an actual IITan is playing one on screen! Although Jeetu Bhaiya is not exactly the main character of the show, he’s undoubtedly the focal point. While the first two seasons portrayed him as almost a friendly neighborhood messiah who appears as the solution to everyone’s problem, in the current season, Jeetu Bhaiya needs a bit of saving of his own. While the first season of the show was a charmingly realistic portrayal of Iit aspirants and...

Kota Factory Season 3 Out (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Kota Factory Season 3 Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Jitendra Kumar, Vaibhav More, Ranjan Raj, Alam Khan, Ahsaas Channa, Revathi Pillai, Urvi Singh, Rajesh Kumar, Tilottama Shome

Creator: Arunabh Kumar

Director: Pratish Mehta

Streaming On: Netflix

Language: Hindi, English, Telugu, Tamil

Runtime: 5 Episodes of 40 minutes each

Kota Factory Season 3 Review(Photo Credit –YouTube) Kota Factory Season 3 Review: What’s It About:

Kota Factory initially started with a bunch of 14 – 15-year-old kids left at what was called the educational capital of India – Kota. These young minds were then prepared to face the toughest examinations in India – Iit, Neet, and more. The show started highlighting the minor flaws in the coaching system as well.

But the focal point of Kota Factory became Jeetu Bhaiya, who brought the whole series together by playing Dronacharya to these kids on the battlefield. But this Dronacharya did not segregate these kids...

Tillotama Shome On Kota Factory Season 3 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kota Factory Season 3 is all set to release this week. It started in 2019, and two seasons later, it is one of the most loved Hindi series on Netflix. The educational web series stars Jitendra Kumar, Mayur More, Alam Khan, Ahsaas Channa, Ranjan Raj, Revathi Pillai, and Rajesh Kumar. Actress Tillotama Shome has joined the show this season.

In Kota Factory Season 3, Tillotama Shome plays Pooja Ma’am, a Chemistry teacher. As seen in the trailer, the actress delivers a powerful scene in which she says that Kota has become a factory of mass production. In an interview with Koimoi, we asked the actress about her thoughts on the show and what made her say yes.

Kota Factory Season 3 Trailer Still (Photo Credit – Youtube) Tillotama Shome On Kota Factory Season 3 Trending Exclusive! Jitendra Kumar On The Intense Tone Of Kota Factory Season 3, “Characters Will Face Struggle…...

Jitendra Kumar In Kota Factory Season 3 (Trailer Still). (Photo Credit – Youtube)

We are just a few days away from the release of Kota Factory Season 3. The educational drama series stars Jitendra Kumar, Mayur More, Ranjan Raj, Alam Khan, Ahsaas Channa, Revathi Pillai and Rajesh Kumar. Tillotama Shome joins the cast as a new teacher in the third season. The trailer dropped a week ago and received an amazing response.

From YouTube to Netflix, it has been a fantastic journey for the Kota Factory cast. The first two seasons received incredible views. Jitendra Kumar, who plays Jeetu Bhaiya, a guide, teacher, and trusted friend of these students in Kota, is one of viewers’ favourite characters. Koimoi spoke to Jitendra about how intense the new season looks.

Trending Sharmajee Ki Beti Release Date Out: When & Where To Watch Tahira Kashyap Khurrana’s Coming Of Age Movie! The Great Indian Kapil Show Season...

(Jitendra Kumar In Panchayat 3, Photo Credit – Instagram)

Panchayat 3 was released two weeks ago, but the internet still can’t stop talking about the web series. Jitendra Kumar and the entire cast yet again treated the audience with another spectacular season. Along with Jitendra, the Amazon Prime Video series stars Neena Gupta, Faisal Malik, Raghubir Yadav, Sanvikaa and Sunita Rajwar.

A lot is being discussed about the latest season, along with interesting trivia about the cast. From the actors making startling revelations about their careers to how the show changed their lives, the past few days belong mainly to the Panchayat 3 team. Amidst all this, there were also discussions about the cast’s salary. Earlier, it was reported that Jitendra Kumar charged 5-6 lakhs for this season, and was the highest paid from the team. The actor has now reacted to the same.

Jitendra Kumar on Panchayat 3 Salary Trending Mirzapur Season...

Kota Factory Season 3 Trailer Still. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The much-awaited Kota Factory Season 3 is now out. The Netflix series stars Jitendra Kumar, Mayur More, Ranjan Raj, Alam Khan, Ahsaas Channa, Revathi Pillai, and others. Raghav Subbu directed the show, which was created by Saurabh Khanna and Anurabh Kumar. The trailer has received an amazing response from viewers.

Tvf’s Kota Factory released its first season in 2019 and received tremendous acclaim. The monochromatic visuals and relatable storylines resonated with a young audience. The trailer for the third season suggests it will be more severe and impactful. Here are some highlights:

Shift in the Narrative

The first two seasons offered a lighter take on students preparing for the Jee exams, highlighting their struggles with humour. However, the third season delves deeper into the frustration these students have been dealing with for two years. In one scene, Mayur More’s Vaibhav questions the system,...

Netflix has released the trailer for the third season of Kota Factory, set to premiere on June 20, 2024. The trailer begins with Jeetu Bhaiya, played by Jitendra Kumar, discussing exam preparation with the motivational line, “Tayyari hi jeet hai bhai.” As the trailer progresses, it portrays the intense efforts and emotional struggles of the students as they prepare for their exams, highlighting the high-pressure environment of Kota.

Kalki 2898Ad Dialogues: Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani in a futuristic newworld

The third season continues to follow the lives of the students and their mentor, Jeetu Bhaiya, as they navigate the challenges of academic life and entry into adulthood. The trailer shows scenes of frustration, determination, and the growing tensions among the students as they strive to succeed.

Kota Factory has gained popularity for its realistic portrayal of the lives of Iit Jee aspirants in Kota, Rajasthan. The...

The highly anticipated third season of the black-and-white series “Kota Factory” is set to release on June 20 on Netflix. The show, which stars Jitendra Kumar as the beloved mentor Jeetu Bhaiya, will continue to follow the lives of students as they navigate the tumultuous path to adulthood amidst the pressures of final exams and future uncertainties.

In the upcoming season, the story picks up from the dramatic cliffhanger of season two, delving into the students’ experiences as they inch closer to adulthood. Jeetu Bhaiya, grappling with his role as a mentor, will face new challenges alongside the students. This season also introduces a new mentor at Aimers, adding another layer of intrigue to the narrative.

The makers announced the release date on social media, sharing a black-and-white poster featuring the main cast, including Jitendra Kumar, Mayur More, Ranjan Raj, Alam Khan, Revathi Pillai, Ahsaas Channa, and Rajesh Kumar. The poster...

Netflix Revealed The Date For Kota Factory Season 3 With A Unique Style. (Photo Credit – YouTube)

It’s the year of Jitendra Kumar, and we are all just fangirls! After a stirring debut of Panchayat Season 3, Jitendra Kumar is all set to take us back to the Kota classrooms for season 3. Netflix & Tvf’s hit student-led drama Kota Factory has become an Ott cult hit. The Drama, suspense, and emotion at the heart of this black-and-white show see students navigate the struggle of life in Kota and chase their ambitions. Jeetu Bhaiya is back with his words of wisdom to help our favorite students make it through another Kota and exam season. Netflix dropped a date announcement video with a unique twist.

On Thursday, Netflix India posted a video on social media announcing the release of Kota Factory season 3. Based on the show’s appearance, the video appears to be in black and white.

This Og Dhoom Star Was Hrithik Roshan’s Schoolmate, Check Out The Viral Pic. (Photo Credit – IMDb/Instagram)

Hrithik Roshan is undeniably a charming and talented actor who has given some remarkable movies over the years. As part of a filmy family, he grew up with some star kids, but did you know that the Dhoom 2 star was a schoolmate of this actor from the Og Dhoom movie? An old picture of the actors has gone viral online. Keep scrolling to know more.

For the unversed, Hrithik started making brief appearances in Hindi movies in the late 1980s. He appeared in films like Bhagwaan Dada, Aas Paas, Aap Ke Deewane, and Aasha. He reportedly received a token money of Rs 100 for his role in Jeetendra-led Aasha. He debuted his feature film as the main lead in Rakesh Roshan’s movie Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai opposite Ameesha Patel in 2001. It was also Patel’s debut film.

Ranbir Kapoor, Karan Johar, Ahsaas Channa & More Celebrities Star In A New Voting Campaign. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

It’s Election season, and your favorite Bollywood stars are urging you to come out and vote. Ranbir Kapoor, Karan Johar, Ahsaas Channa, Vikrant Massey, and more are featured in a thought-provoking, unique campaign to urge the country’s citizens to get out and vote.

A star-studded cast of Bollywood celebrities has teamed together for an inventive online voting campaign to encourage their millions of fans and followers to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming elections, in a stunning demonstration of unity and civic responsibility.

The campaign, known for its quirky approach, invites fans to vote online on various aspects of the celebrities’ appearances and activities. Later, a video featuring the celebrities encourages fans to show their support by voting for the country.

Trending Did Alia Bhatt Really Pay Rs. 2 Crore...

Celebs Who Never Attended Met Gala ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The biggest night in fashion is just a few hours away, and there is a lot of buzz in the air about which celebrities will attend the Met Gala 2024. The Met Gala has served some of the most iconic fashion looks, and celebrities go all out to put their best fashion foot forward. Over the years, stars Zendaya, Kim Kardashian, Rihana, Jared Leto, Kyle Jenner, and Jennifer Lopez have consistently appeared at the event. You’d be surprised to know that many A-List stars like Meryl Streep, Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Gosling, and even Drake have never attended the Met Gala. So, before Met Gala 2024 takes place, let’s look at stars who have never participated in the Met Gala, well, some of them!

The first Monday of May, fashion’s biggest night of the year, is almost here. It is a...

Best Dressed Celebrities at the Heeramandi Screening ( Photo Credit – PR Image )

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s passion project has been transformed into a Netflix series. Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazar has been developing for a while, and the series will soon be streamable. The lives of the courtesans in Heeramandi’s old town are chronicled in the spic saga. The much-awaited show stars Aditi Rao Hydari Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Manisha Koirala, and numerous others. The grand show had a grand screening where celebrities like Alia Bhatt, Rashmika Mandanna, Mrunal Thakur, Ahsaasa Channa, and more pulled out all the stops for Bhansali and dressed to the nines.

The nawabs Fardeen Khan, Shekhar Suman, Taha Shah, And Adhyayan Suman will add more mystique and drama to the world of Heeramandi: The Diamon Bazar. The countdown to the premiere has officially begun for fans of grand productions and Bhansali’s cinematic artistry.

Sanjay Leela...

Netflix India 2024 Slate: Amar Singh Chamkila & The Great Indian Kapil Show (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The highly-anticipated Netflix India 2024 Slate is now out. There is a wide variety of content to suit everyone’s taste, from controversial reality series to riveting crime thrillers to romantic dramas. The list is quite long. An exciting year of remarkable films and television series is promised by the star-studded celebs, which include Kajol, Kapil Sharma, Diljit Dosanjh, and others.

Netflix is bringing the finest of Indian movies and shows straight to your screens, so be ready to plunge into an entertainment universe like none before!

Netflix India 2024 Slate For Movies Amar Singh Chamkila

The Imtiaz Ali directorial is a musical and biographical drama based on the life of Amar Singh Chamkila and Amarjot Kaur. The film stars Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra. Ar Rahman has worked as a music composer. The film is scheduled to...

With Navratri just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to explore stories of strength, resilience, and female empowerment. In line with the festival’s spirit, here’s a list of six must-binge web series and audio series featuring powerful female protagonists, that not only entertain but also empower, embodying the essence of Navratri.

From gripping crime dramas to heartwarming tales of ambition and self-discovery, these narratives resonate with the festival’s ethos. Immerse yourself in the journeys of remarkable women and celebrate their strength as you mark Navratri with these must-watch series that inspire and captivate.

‘Delhi Crime Season 1 and 2’

‘Delhi Crime’ season one delves into the harrowing events of the 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape in Delhi and places a strong female protagonist, Dcp Vartika Chaturvedi, at its heart. Shefali Shah brilliantly portrays a character embodying calm, composure, and unwavering rationality, challenging stereotypes in a male-dominated profession. Addressed as...

With Navratri just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to explore stories of strength, resilience, and female empowerment. In line with the festival’s spirit, here’s a list of six must-binge web series and audio series featuring powerful female protagonists, that not only entertain but also empower, embodying the essence of Navratri.

From gripping crime dramas to heartwarming tales of ambition and self-discovery, these narratives resonate with the festival’s ethos. Immerse yourself in the journeys of remarkable women and celebrate their strength as you mark Navratri with these must-watch series that inspire and captivate.

‘Delhi Crime Season 1 and 2’

‘Delhi Crime’ season one delves into the harrowing events of the 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape in Delhi and places a strong female protagonist, Dcp Vartika Chaturvedi, at its heart. Shefali Shah brilliantly portrays a character embodying calm, composure, and unwavering rationality, challenging stereotypes in a male-dominated profession. Addressed as...

New Delhi, Sep 21 (Ians) As the country is immersed in Ganeshotsav, Ott platforms brings an exciting array of titles for the viewers to binge-watch this week.

From crime drama whodunit series ‘Charlie Chopra’ to slice of life show ‘Hostel Daze 4’ and Nithya Menen starrer comedy drama ‘Kumari Srimathi’, this week’s offerings will delight you, and promise to entertain with a diverse range of captivating content.

Here’s a list of six titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

‘Kumari Srimathi’

Nithya Menen-starrer upcoming comedy drama series ‘Kumari Srimathi’ is set in a village in East Godavari. It hilariously encapsulates the tribulations in the life of a 30-year-old woman (played by Menen), who challenges stereotypes in a small town riddled with antiquity. It also features Nirupam, Gautami, Thiruveer, Talluri Rameshwari, Naresh, and Murali Mohan in pivotal roles.

Produced by Early Monsoon Tales, a web division of Vyjanyanthi Entertainments,...

New Delhi, Sep 21 (Ians) As the country is immersed in Ganeshotsav, Ott platforms brings an exciting array of titles for the viewers to binge-watch this week.

From crime drama whodunit series ‘Charlie Chopra’ to slice of life show ‘Hostel Daze 4’ and Nithya Menen starrer comedy drama ‘Kumari Srimathi’, this week’s offerings will delight you, and promise to entertain with a diverse range of captivating content.

Here’s a list of six titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

‘Kumari Srimathi’

Nithya Menen-starrer upcoming comedy drama series ‘Kumari Srimathi’ is set in a village in East Godavari. It hilariously encapsulates the tribulations in the life of a 30-year-old woman (played by Menen), who challenges stereotypes in a small town riddled with antiquity. It also features Nirupam, Gautami, Thiruveer, Talluri Rameshwari, Naresh, and Murali Mohan in pivotal roles.

Produced by Early Monsoon Tales, a web division of Vyjanyanthi Entertainments,...

The upcoming last chapter of the popular youth comedy drama ‘Hostel Daze’, will see the viewers’ favourite gang of Akanksha, Chirag, Rupesh, Jatin Kishore, Nabomita, and Ankit entering the final year of college and gearing up for the ‘real world’.

The streaming show has had a successful run for three seasons and is returning with its 4th and final season. It follows the journey of six college buddies portrayed by Ahsaas Channa, Luv Vispute, Shubham Gaur, Nikhil Vijay, Ayushi Gupta, and Utsav Sarkar.

The show has evolved from four young and vulnerable roommates developing a strong friendship to a group of six. ‘Hostel Daze’ is filled to the brim with the craziness, conflicts, and even disasters that are a part of hostel life, demonstrating the challenges that every student who lives in a hostel must overcome. With a unique sense of humour that makes it a highly engaging binge watch.

The upcoming last chapter of the popular youth comedy drama ‘Hostel Daze’, will see the viewers’ favourite gang of Akanksha, Chirag, Rupesh, Jatin Kishore, Nabomita, and Ankit entering the final year of college and gearing up for the ‘real world’.

The streaming show has had a successful run for three seasons and is returning with its 4th and final season. It follows the journey of six college buddies portrayed by Ahsaas Channa, Luv Vispute, Shubham Gaur, Nikhil Vijay, Ayushi Gupta, and Utsav Sarkar.

The show has evolved from four young and vulnerable roommates developing a strong friendship to a group of six. ‘Hostel Daze’ is filled to the brim with the craziness, conflicts, and even disasters that are a part of hostel life, demonstrating the challenges that every student who lives in a hostel must overcome. With a unique sense of humour that makes it a highly engaging binge watch.

Mumbai, July 20 (Ians) The upcoming young adult drama series ‘Half CA’ is a story of ambition and attempts, focusing on the intricacies and nuances of cracking one of the world’s most difficult professional exams aka Chartered Accountancy.

The makers released a new trailer for the show on Thursday. Viewers can now get a dramatically realistic glimpse into the many hardships faced by students aspiring to become CA, as they undergo all sorts of challenges ranging from their intense studies, lack of time, mental fatigue, emotional trauma and even existential crisis .

The trailer explores the lives of students preparing for competitive exams, highlighting the hardships of CA candidates. The story revolves around Archi who struggles with the fundamental question of “Why do CA?” and enters this difficult world with her ambitious cousin brother Niraj, who has failed Chartered Accountancy finals attempts twice.

The plot also focuses on Tejas, Vishal, and Parth,...

The upcoming web series ‘Half CA’ is coming to make the CA Day on Saturday a bit more special, as it focuses on a bunch of students aspiring to be Chartered Accountants.

One of the show’s leads, Ahsaas Channa, described the show as a story of aspiration as her character climbs the incredibly tough ladder of a competitive world.

Elaborating on the point, Ahsaas said: “I am really excited for Half CA as it delves into multiple aspects of the educational world which were untouched and my character unfolds different layers of a teenager trying to climb up the ladder in this competitive world.”

“This is a riveting coming-of-age narrative that will strike a chord with everyone who is preparing for CA or any other competitive exam. Each of us has been a student at some point in our lives, and this series is full of moments that will...

New Delhi, April 10 (Ians) PC and printer major Hp India on Monday launched ‘Power To Do It All’ campaign, featuring its latest range of innovative Hp Pavilion laptops to appeal to the digital-native GenZ students.

The multi-film campaign features celebrities Yashaswini Dayama and Ahsaas Channa, reprising their roles from the ‘Alisha Garima Diaries’ campaign by Hp last year.

The latest 13th-Gen Hp Pavilion range of laptops are built with cool, innovative features for the GenZs.

The short films highlight the multi-touch convertible feature of the Pavilion laptops.

“The Pavilion range, with its mobility, design and features like touch, eye safe display, solves for GenZs’ every day challenges and new needs, as they step into the world of high school and college,” said Prashant Jain, Chief Marketing Officer, Hp India.

“This campaign has been conceptualised as a multiple part content series. It takes off where we left last year, educating customers...

The feud between the Hindus and the Muslims in India has been one of the most serious issues the country faces, with the violence occasionally leading to riots that end up with numerous victims. Alok Kumar Dwiwedi directs a rather claustrophobic short that takes place inside a cramped house during one of those riots, in an effort to showcase the issue through a stageplay-like, genre approach.

Hurdang is screening at Osaka Asian Film Festival

A Muslim family in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh are preparing for their son's, Sajid, birthday, and are cooking goat's meat for the occasion. However, it is around that time that a riot begins in the neighborhood after someone has thrown cow meat in the Muslim temple, with the mob running around houses and killing anyone who happens to have meat in their houses. The father and their mother are scared for their children, but Sajid eventually arrives,...

EntertainmentNetflix India has announced that five of its popular shows will return with their third seasons soon.Screenshot from Fabulous Lives of Bollywood WivesNetflix India announced on Tuesday, March 14 that five of its popular shows will return with their third seasons. Delhi Crime, Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, Kota Factory, Mismatched, and She are set to return with their new installments. Delhi Crime is an International Emmy winner show and stars Shefali Shah as Deputy Commissioner Of Police Vartika Chaturvedi, along with Rajesh Tailang, Rasika Dugal and Adil Hussain in prominent roles. While the first season of the show followed the story of the 2012 Delhi gangrape case, the second season of the show was based on the ‘Kachha Baniyan gang’ whose members committed crimes while wearing undergarments and a vest. Fans of the show are eagerly waiting to see what the third season will bring along. Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives...

Mumbai, March 14 (Ians) Brace yourself, some of the most loved streaming shows are getting renewed for their third seasons. Shows like ‘Delhi Crime’, ‘Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives’, ‘Kota Factory’, ‘Mismatched’, and ‘She’ are set to return with their new instalments.

‘Delhi Crime’ is an International Emmy nominated show and stars Shefali Shah as Dcp Vartika Chaturvedi, Rajesh Tailang as Inspector Bhupendra Singh, Rasika Dugal as Neeti Singh Ips and Adil Hussain as Kumar Vijay.

While the first season of the show followed the story of the shocking 2012 Delhi gang-rape, the second season of the show told the story of Chaddi Baniyan Gang. The fans of the show are eagerly waiting to know what the third season will bring along.

‘Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives’ focuses on the personal and professional lives of Neelam Kothari, Maheep Kapoor, Bhavna Pandey and Seema Kiran Sajdeh (formerly known as Seema Khan), wives of Bollywood actors Samir Soni,...

Ott content is growing from strength to strength in the age of the Internet. With new shows and films dropping on the web space every day, the audience have an ever-growing pool of content at their disposal to choose from and satiate their taste buds as per the genre of their liking.

The upcoming Ott releases across platforms promise a wide range of content to consume and cherish for those, who like to watch content from the confines and place of their convenience.

Here are some of the releases of Ott that will drop shortly:

1. ‘Chup – Revenge of The Artist’: Dulquer Salmaan’s third Hindi film sees him playing the role of a serial killer with a warped mind, who goes on a killing spree of critics, who have panned his work.

The film pays homage to the late director Guru Dutt’s film ‘Kaagaz Ke Phool’, a film that was severely criticised.

Hostel life is full of challenges and oddballs. The recently released trailer of the third season of streaming show, ‘Girls Hostel’ exemplifies the same, showing the struggle of a group of hostellers to put together a talent show and the politics and resistance that come with it.

The show stars Ahsaas Channa, Srishti Shrivastava, Parul Gulati, Simran Natekar, Trupti Khamkar, Jayati Bhatia, Kareema Barry, Tanvi Lehr Sonigra and Akash Thapa, and is set to drop on Ott platform SonyLIV on November 25.

Talking about the show, Srishti Srivastava said: “‘Girls Hostel’ has been well received since its inception. The characters and instances shown resonate with every student who moves away from their hometown in search of independence. The show opens a window to the varied experiences hostellers have as they try to build a life of their own while leaning on each other.”

She further spoke about what the upcoming season...

The Indian youth streaming show ‘Hostel Daze’ is returning with its third season. The comedy-drama, which stars Ahsaas Channa, Luv Vispute, Shubham Gaur, Nikhil Vijay, Ayushi Gupta and Utsav Sarkar, tells the story of six friends with new dilemmas as they travel through their college life.

Peppered with absurdities, clashes and debacles inherent to hostel life, the series captures the hostel life and depicts the journey that every hostel-resident goes through.

The third season dives deeper into the lives of these six friends, who are trying to tackle the crisis they face in the third year of college, while they put their best foot forward to balance friendship, college life, studies and the changing dynamics, making for an entertaining season.

Created by The Viral Fever (Tvf) and directed by Abhinav Anand, ‘Hostel Daze’ season 3 will drop on November 16 on Ott platform Prime Video.

Prime Video, today announced launch of the new season of comedy drama, Hostel Daze. Promising thrice the fun, drama and madness, this six-episode series will globally premiere on November 16. Created by The Viral Fever (Tvf) and directed by Abhinav Anand, the comedy drama will see the groups of friends portrayed by Ahsaas Channa, Luv Vispute, Shubham Gaur, Nikhil Vijay, Ayushi Gupta, and Utsav Sarkar back in college with new dilemmas.

Hostel Daze captures the lives of six college students and their hostel life. Peppered with absurdities, clashes and debacles inherent to hostel life, the series depicts the journey that every hostel-resident goes through. The third season dives deeper into the lives of these six friends, who are trying to tackle the mid-life crisis they face in the third year of college. While they put their best foot forward to balance friendship, college life, studies and the changing dynamics, making for an entertaining season.

Actor Prajakta Koli, Rohit Saraf and Ranvijay Singha are all set to reprise their roles in the second season of the coming-of-age romantic drama web Netflix series ‘Mismatched’.

Speaking of the same, lead actor Rohit Saraf said: “I’m so happy that we are finally announcing the dates. Shooting season 1 was fun but shooting season 2 was much more meaningful for me because I knew how much the audience wanted it. These last 2 years, mismatched has received a lot of love so I am very excited for the fans to see season 2.”

The first season featuring Rohit Saraf, Prajakta Koli, Ranvijay Sinha aired in November 2020.

‘Mismatched’ traces all the hallmarks of a coming-of-age show tackling relationship feuds and the many moods that come with being young, driven and in love as Dimple, Rishi and their peers struggle to navigate through these new-found complexities.

The new season sees the return of Prajakta,...

Modern Love Mumbai will have its global premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 13, 2022. This series is a new aspect of the original anthology series Modern Love, inspired by the famous New York Times column. This exciting new Amazon Original series will feature six heart-warming stories about discovering and exploring love in all its hues and emotions in three chapters. The eagerly anticipated series explores diverse yet universal stories of different facets, shades, and moods of love, all set in the city’s many unique milieus.

Modern Love Mumbai brings together six of the most prolific minds of Hindi cinema – Vishal Bhardwaj, Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal, Alankrita Shrivastava, and Nupur Asthana.

The series, which features a incredible cast of some of the finest in Hindi cinema, will bring home love this season with soul-stirring and uplifting stories that are rooted in the heart of the city of Mumbai.

Streaming

Discovery racked up subscription numbers during the opening week of the ongoing Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022, the company has revealed. Eight times more viewers are streaming Olympic content on Discovery’s streaming services compared to the same period for Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018, with total new paid subscribers already surpassing 2018 with a week of competition still to go. Three-quarters of a billion streaming minutes have been consumed on Discovery’s subscription services so far, more than 18 times higher than the same period of PyeongChang 2018. Average minutes consumed per viewer across Discovery Plus and Eurosport streaming services has more than doubled, with audiences also n average watching 29% longer on television vs PyeongChang 2018. Discovery’s free Olympic news and short video clips on Eurosport.com have also more than doubled their reach. On the linear TV front, Eurosport audiences have maintained 2018 levels.

Jean-Briac Perrette, president and CEO, Discovery streaming and International,...

Starz’s India-based streamer Lionsgate Play today announced its second original series, the college romantic drama U-Special.

The working-titled U-Special is set in the cheerful, quirky and vibrant world of a large university campus filled with young people from all over India. Viewers can live with the characters, love with them and share their highs and lows while they build, abandon, rebuild and eventually own their hopes, dreams and ideals. The students also encounter one of the most corrupt, widespread and long-running academic scams ever to hit the north of India.

The ensemble cast includes Sumeet Vyas, Arjun Mathur, Parambrata Chatterjee, Rukshar Dhillon, Taaruk Raina, Gopal Datt and Ahsaas Channa, among others. Akarsh Khurana and Adhaar Khurana direct, with the former also serving as showrunner.

U-Special follows Casual, Lionsgate Play’s first original series, which is a remake of the 2015-18 on Hulu comedy from Lionsgate Television.

“After receiving a...

Lionsgate Play, the Mumbai-based streaming service operated by Starz, unveiled its second original series Wednesday targeting the fast-growing India market.

A college romance drama series, U Special will be headed up by veteran actor/writer/director Akarsh Khurana as showrunner. The show’s large ensemble cast is lead by Sumeet Vyas, Arjun Mathur, Parambrata Chatterjee, Rukshar Dhillon, Taaruk Raina, Gopal Datt and Ahsaas Channa, among others.

U-Special is set in the cheerful, quirky and vibrant world of a large university campus filled with young people from all over India. “We live with them, love with them, and share their highs and lows while ...