If you’re planning a weekend of binge-watching, this lineup has something for everyone, from blockbuster hits to gripping dramas. Check out what’s new on streaming platforms this week.
Wicked (JioHotstar)
The untold story of the witches of Oz comes to life in Wicked, a two-part adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical. Cynthia Erivo stars as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood for her green skin, while Ariana Grande plays Glinda, a privileged and ambitious young woman. Their unexpected friendship at Shiz University in the Land of Oz changes both their destinies. Directed by Jon M. Chu and written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox, Wicked begins streaming on March 22.
Oppenheimer (Prime Video)
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer swept the Oscars with seven wins, including Best Picture, Best Director (Nolan), and Best Actor (Cillian Murphy). The film chronicles J. Robert Oppenheimer’s pivotal role in the Manhattan Project, culminating in the first nuclear explosion on July 16, 1945. With a stellar cast featuring Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, and Kenneth Branagh, this cinematic epic is now available for streaming.
Anora (JioHotstar)
Winner of five Academy Awards, Anora tells the story of a young Brooklyn woman who gets her fairytale moment after an impulsive marriage to the son of an oligarch. Directed by Sean Baker, who made history by securing four Oscars for this film, Anora stars Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, and Vache Tovmasyan.
No Man’s Land S2 (Lionsgate Play)
The war rages on in No Man’s Land Season 2, an intense drama set against the backdrop of the Syrian civil war. As a group of female fighters battles for survival, old alliances are tested, and new dangers emerge. Directed by Rotem Shamir (Fauda, Hostages), the series features Mélanie Thierry, Souheila Yacoub, and James Krishna Floyd, with fresh faces adding to the intrigue.
Sky Force (Prime Video)
Set during the 1965 Indo-Pak War, Sky Force follows Wing Commander Ahuja as he leads a counterattack after a surprise enemy strike. When Squadron Leader Vijaya goes missing following a heroic solo engagement, Ahuja spends over two decades uncovering a cover-up and ensuring Vijaya’s bravery is recognized. Directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, the film stars Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, and Nimrat Kaur.
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter (Netflix)
Neeraj Pandey returns with Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, the latest installment of his popular crime thriller series. Streaming in both Hindi and Bengali, the show features top names from Bengali cinema, including Jeet, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, Parambrata Chatterjee, and Chitrangada Singh.
Whether you’re in the mood for historical epics, gripping thrillers, or Broadway adaptations, this week’s streaming lineup has something for every viewer.