Every OTT platform has its superstar. Turn to Hoichoi, and it offers some of the best regional content. Prime Video, on the other hand, has carved a niche with its thrillers. And Netflix? It has mastered the art of documentaries.
In the last couple of years, Netflix India has set benchmarks in the documentary genre. From House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths to Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case, their work has been near perfect.
But not everything has hit the mark. The potential is sky-high, but Netflix has often played a mediocre innings.
Take Modern Masters: S. S. Rajamouli, for instance. It had the potential to be an iconic tribute that fans could cherish for decades. Instead, it turned out to be disappointing and, frankly, disheartening.
The Romantics followed a similar trend. A documentary celebrating the legacy of Yash Chopra should have been a heartfelt homage. Instead, it felt like a cold dish served with a pinch of nostalgia, leaving fans underwhelmed.
Now, it’s time for The Roshans. The name itself feels uninspired, but the bigger letdown is the poster. It looks generic, as if cropped from an awards show.
Fans? While some are excited, most have been critical of the announcement. Many even claim that Netflix is running out of ideas.
Especially at a time when Netflix is struggling to deliver impactful original series, fans are expecting more. Considering its track record in this genre, expectations for The Roshans are tempered. However, if Netflix manages to deliver something truly memorable, it could be a much-needed win.
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