Madharaasi
A Tamil psychological action thriller by A. R. Murugadoss starring Sivakarthikeyan, blending delusion, high-stakes investigation, and gritty action. The film received praise for its concept and performances. It is now streaming on Prime Video. Verdict: Watch it.
Steve
A Netflix drama starring Cillian Murphy as a reform school headteacher, adapted from Max Porter’s novella Shy. It captures one tense day of reckoning, responsibility, and hope. Streaming worldwide on Netflix. Verdict: Watch it.
13th: Some Lessons Aren’t Taught
A Hindi web series on SonyLIV, following a venture capitalist who reconnects with his old IIT teacher to build an ed-tech dream. Despite noble themes, reviews call it predictable and uneven. Available on SonyLIV. Verdict: Skip it.
Little Hearts
A Telugu romantic comedy starring Mouli Tanuj Prasanth and Shivani Nagaram. A charming college romance with humour, heart, and a strong box office number. Streaming on ETV Win. Verdict: Watch it.
The Game: You Never Play Alone
This Tamil Netflix series stars Shraddha Srinath as a game developer fighting digital misogyny and real-world threats. A thriller rooted in gender, tech, and survival. Available on Netflix. Verdict: Watch it.
Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Ryan Murphy’s Monster anthology continues with Charlie Hunnam as the chilling Ed Gein, whose crimes inspired horror legends. Dark, unsettling, and true-crime at its core. Streaming now on Netflix. Verdict: Watch it.
The Lost Bus
Directed by Paul Greengrass, this Apple TV+ drama follows the true story of a bus driver and teacher guiding children to safety during California’s deadly Camp Fire. A survival drama with tense realism. Streaming on Apple TV+. Verdict: Watch it.
Maine Pyaar Kiya
Not the 1989 classic, but a new film streaming on Lionsgate Play. A modern romantic drama trying to reimagine a familiar title but struggling to stand out. This Malayalam movie is available on Lionsgate Play. Verdict: Skip it.
Gandhi Kannadi
A Tamil comedy-drama led by KPY Bala in his hero debut. While its intentions are heartwarming, critics note sluggish pacing and bad execution. Now streaming on Prime Video. Verdict: Skip it.