It’s been quite some time since we last talked about the latest Netflix releases and shared some recommendations worth adding to your watchlist, hasn’t it? Well, we’re back with a fresh list, and this time, we’ve picked out some of the hottest drops on the platform that you might have missed.
From interesting family dramas and unusual friendships to crime, action and stories packed with unexpected plot twists, there’s a little bit of everything to choose from. But with so many new titles being added to Netflix, it can be difficult to decide what’s actually worth your time. So, whether you’re planning a relaxed movie night, looking for something to watch over this week or simply tired of scrolling through the platform without finding anything that suits your mood, we’ve done some of the picking for you.
Here are five recent Netflix releases we’d recommend checking out!
Meethe Mein Kya Hai
Starring Ritwik Bhowmik, Rohini Hattangadi and Ayesha Raza, Meethe Mein Kya Hai brings family drama, unexpected announcements and a Diwali reunion that doesn’t quite go as planned. The story follows a young widower who returns to reconnect with his family, hoping to find some comfort in familiar faces and old relationships. However, things take an unexpected turn when his sister announces that she is getting married, leaving the family with plenty to discuss and a few surprises to deal with. What comes next is a family reunion with all the typical family dynamics and some unpredictable moments. It’s a perfect movie to watch on a nice, lazy evening as it is humorous, entertaining, and wholesome.
Baththa
Featuring Vijay Sethupathi, Lijomol Jose and Sai Prithviraj, Baththa is a comedy-drama that revolves around a rather strange encounter between a gangster and a young boy. Set in 1986 Madras, the story takes an unexpected turn when an eight-year-old boy accidentally locks a local gangster inside his school’s restroom. Now, getting out isn’t as simple as the gangster would have hoped, especially when the little boy is too scared to open the door. The two end up spending time together, and what follows is an unlikely friendship between people who probably wouldn’t have crossed paths otherwise. It’s a simple premise, but there’s plenty of room for humour and some heartfelt moments, making Baththa a nice option when you’re in the mood for an easy, feel-good watch.
Animals
Ben Affleck, Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson and Steven Yeun star in Animals, a crime thriller that begins with every parent’s worst nightmare: a child being kidnapped. Affleck plays a Los Angeles mayoral candidate whose son is taken, leaving him and his wife with very little time to arrange the ransom. But things are not as straightforward as they seem, and the couple soon find themselves making choices they may never imagined making. With a political career, family matters and their son’s life all hanging in the balance, the situation gets increasingly messy. If you’re someone who enjoys kidnapping thrillers where things go wrong at every turn, Animals might be worth adding to your weekend watchlist.
Gajab Raat
Starring Manoj Bajpayee, Divya Dutta, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Saqib Saleem and Akshay Oberoi, Gajab Raat starts with a rather unusual situation. Ajay Nirvit (Manoj Bajpayee) is a corrupt police officer who is going about his usual business when an injured young woman is thrown out of a moving car. He takes her to the hospital, but things get complicated when officers from other agencies arrive, each with their own version of what happened. Ajay is soon offered a huge sum of money to let the woman die, and this is where his night takes a very different turn. For a man who has spent most of his career looking out for himself, he now has to decide whether to take the money or do the right thing. Set over one night in Delhi, Gajab Raat brings together crime, corruption and a police officer who isn’t quite the good guy you’d expect at the centre of a thriller.
Diplomat Season 5
Starring Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, Allison Janney, Ali Ahn and Ato Essandoh, The Diplomat is back with another season! For those who are invested in the political drama that started four seasons ago, Kate Wyler and company are back after a cliffhanger that left many impatiently awaiting the next season. The drama immerses viewers in political intrigue, the personal cost of political lives and a dramatized yet relatable look at what governments, security agencies and real people with relationships manage, coerce and plan behind the scenes of world affairs. All is fair in the world of politics, or so the players seem to think. So, for those of you who haven’t watched The Diplomat, perhaps binging all five seasons might be the deep dive you need into a drama that gets more intricate and intriguing as the episodes slip by.
So, which one are you going to watch on Netflix this week? Let us know in the comments below!
