With a plethora of options available at our fingertips, OTT platforms have become the go-to source for binge-worthy shows and movies. As we step into the first week of March, the anticipation for the latest releases on these platforms is high.
From much-awaited Chris Rock’s stand-up and historical dramas to heart-warming shows and Women’s Day special content, the OTT platforms have something for everyone. Take a look at some of the latest releases on OTT platforms in the first week of March, and explore what makes them a must-watch for entertainment enthusiasts. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions and excitement as we delve into the latest OTT releases.
Gulmohar (Disney+ Hotstar - March 3)
Starring Manoj Bajpayee, the upcoming web series Gulmohar is a drama that focuses on the tangled relationships of a family set to move to a new home in a new city. They plan to celebrate Holi ahead of it together, and its secrets. The series features an ensemble star cast of Sharmila Tagore, Suraj Sharma, Kaveri Seth, Amol Palekar, Simran, and Utsavi Jha, among several others.
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Taj: Divided By Blood (Zee5 - March 3)
The Indian period drama series Taj: Divided By Blood stars Dharmendra, Naseeruddin Shah, Rahul Bose, Aditi Rao Hydari, Zarina Wahab, Sandhya Mridul, Aashim Gulati and Taaha Shah in primary roles. The narrative, which takes place in the 16th century, centres on Akbar and the battle for power between his three sons Salim, Murad, and Daniyal. It is a warped story about the struggle for control that is rife with risky politics, poetic beauty, savage loves, icy deceit, and bloodshed.
Indubalar Bhater Hotel (Hoichoi - March 8)
Starring Subhashree Ganguly in the lead, the upcoming Bengali web series Indubalar Bhater Hotel is one of the most-awaited and anticipated Bengali dramas of the year. Set to premiere on Hoichoi on International Women’s Day, the series is based on Kallol Lahiri’s book of the same name and features stories and sentiments associated with opar Bangla (East Bengal), or what is now Bangladesh, and epar Bangla (West Bengal) following the partition.
Chris Rock: Selective Outrage (Netflix- March 2)
American stand-up comedian, actor, and filmmaker Chris Rock has finally opened up regarding the controversial Oscar 2022 incident through his upcoming Netflix stand up special Selective Outrage. To contextualise, actor Will Smith slapped Rock during the 94th Academy Awards in 2022 after the latter made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith, actor and Smith’s wife, being in GI Jane 2 because of her shaved head.
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Alone (Disney+ Hotstar- March 3)
Starring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, the mystery thriller film Alone is set to make its digital premiere on Disney+ Hotstar. Though the film was originally shot for an OTT release, it was released on January 26 this year at the theatres. Set during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, the film narrates the story of Kalidas (Mohanlal) who gets stranded alone in an apartment during the virus outbreak. The film features Mohanlal only along with voice roles as supporting cast.
