Netflix offers a treat for fans of Indian movies
ON-DEMAND internet TV continues to offer a variety of choice original content in films and series that can please any particular palate.
Take Netflix for example. The leading American company continues to invest in a line of original programming that you can’t find anywhere else – be it movies, TV shows or specials.
Now, if you are an Indian film fan, you are spoilt for choice with some of the original films and series Netflix is and/or has already put out – where you will see a few familiar A-List faces, either on screen or in the credits.
We take a look at a few that you should add to your watch list:
LUST STORIES
It is an anthology that explores contemporary relationships through four intriguing stories.
The anthology, directed by four powerhouse directors – Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee – portrays varied dimensions of love, lust, power, status and romance, from the eyes of the women in the stories, and what they want.
Each of the four stories features a strong lead female character, whose stories share the common issue being tackled throughout the anthology – lust.
A professor who sleeps with one of her students and a confidently seductive femme fatale juggling a tormenting husband and a lover – these are just two of the back stories of two movies in the anthology.
What critics said:
“Netflix’s new film undresses repressed Indian sexuality.” | Hindustan Times
“Lust Stories Pushes Boundaries to Offer a Real Ride.” | Thequint.com
“Openly Addresses Sexual Taboos That Bollywood Generally Shies Away From” | Decider.com
BAAZAAR
A wide-eyed graduate (Rohan Mehra) learns the ugly side of ambition when he joins in the dubious business practices of his idol, a ruthless Mumbai stock tycoon (Saif Ali Khan).
The film is set in the backdrop of
money, power and business.
What critics said:
“A gripping thriller.” | Times of India “Saif Ali Khan is splendid as a ruthless tycoon… Newcomer Rohan Mehra as Rizwan Ahmad is a let-down in this stock market thriller.” | Gulf News
SONI
Soni (Geetika Vidya Ohlyan), a young policewoman in Delhi, and her superintendent, Kalpana (Saloni Batra), have collectively taken on a growing crisis of violent crimes against women.
However, their alliance suffers a major setback when Soni is transferred out for alleged misconduct on duty. Soni’s professional life takes a further hit when her estranged husband comes back into her life.
What critics said:
“Despite the Delhi setting, Soni’s observations of inequality transcend borders. It's like looking in a mirror: You see what's right in front of you, but also everything around you.” | Dailydot. com
“An intelligent, subtle script and unobtrusively bravura camera work are the hallmarks of this indie Indian gem, about two policewomen combating harassment and gender expectations.” | Variety.com