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How Netflix’s ‘Shadow and Bone’ adaptation can be improved

Season 2 of 'Shadow and Bone' will be out on Netflix on March 16—how can it do better justice to the texts than Season 1?
15 March 2023, 12:40 PM

Most hyped shows coming to Netflix in March

Netflix is dropping some much-hyped shows this March and we cannot wait to binge-watch them all. So, stock up on your favourite snacks as it is the most wonderful time of the year – for Netflix fans, at least.
9 March 2023, 12:25 PM

Ana De Armas, Chris Evans pair up in a new rom-com

The pair had previously worked together in Netflix’s “Knives Out” and “The Gray Man”.
9 March 2023, 08:43 AM

Mira Nair: The piercing gaze of a female director

Ever the wonderful storyteller, Mira manages to tell such a heart-breaking story which would surely bring a tear to the eyes of dual citizenship holders.
8 March 2023, 13:13 PM

Is AI the solution to the animation industry’s so-called “labour shortage”?

Are we, as a society, ready to use AI if it is used at the expense of starving artists?
7 March 2023, 14:37 PM

Korean actor dropped from Netflix amid drug scandal

South Korean actor Yoo Ah-In has been removed from Netflix’s supernatural series “Hellbound’ season 2 due to his alleged drug consumption.
5 March 2023, 11:08 AM

Bangladeshi comedian-actor to be on ‘Sex Education’

Eshaan has appeared in shows like “Mock the Week”, “Frankie Boyle’s New World Order”, “The Big Asian Stand Up Night”, and “Good Morning Britain”; being the first person of Bangladeshi descent to do so.
5 March 2023, 09:47 AM

Netflix lowers prices for streaming in Bangladesh

Thanks to increased international competition in the streaming market, Netflix has lowered prices in more than 100 markets, including in Bangladesh. In some cases, Netflix halved the cost of monthly plans, in an effort to increase subscriber growth and retention.
27 February 2023, 08:03 AM

Korean film 'Unlocked' becomes second most watched film on Netflix

Korean movie "Unlocked" has been rulling over Netflix ever since its release. Currently, it has become the second most watched film on Netflix worldwide. 
23 February 2023, 05:21 AM

Aditya Chopra not a rumour: Confirms ‘The Romantics’ on Netflix

‘The Romantics’, directed by Smriti Mudhra and produced by YRF Entertainment is a fascinating documentary series on Netflix that explores the romantic genre of Indian cinema. It begins with Yash Chopra's first full-length feature from the early 1970s and ends with Jab Tak Hai Jaan, his final film. However, what makes this series a must-watch (and we do not say this lightly) is the appearance of Aditya Chopra, one of the finest filmmakers of Bollywood today and the eldest son of Yash Chopra who appeared for an extensive interview on camera for the very first time.
22 February 2023, 16:29 PM

Journey through the centre of Cunk - A review of Cunk on Earth

The show essentially gives you a bite-sized glimpse into the history of Earth with Philomena Cunk, an ill-informed journalist.
19 February 2023, 17:00 PM

'Bridgerton' spin-off goes back in time, follows 'Queen Charlotte' origins

The six-episode series is the first spin-off from "Bridgerton", set in Regency London and whose first series became a global phenomenon when it was released in late 2020.
15 February 2023, 03:00 AM

10 RomComs to watch on Valentine’s Day

So, order some munchies, grab a cosy blanket, and your significant other for a movie marathon.
13 February 2023, 12:51 PM

Book adaptations to look forward to in 2023

The live-action rock series follows the rise of a rock band through the 1970s Los Angeles music scene as they embark on a quest for worldwide fame.
3 February 2023, 09:53 AM

Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre is yet another underwhelming Junji Ito adaptation

A mangaka of Ito’s calibre deserves far better treatment.
1 February 2023, 14:48 PM

'White Noise': Noah Baumbach filmed the most unfilmable book

Noah Baumbach's audacious adaptation of a book that was written in the mid-80s, alludes to topics that are still prevalent in our culture today, it also brings together consumerism, conspiracy theories, and collective trauma.
20 January 2023, 09:56 AM

First look at Rumaan Alam’s ‘Leave The World Behind’ adaptation

Netflix’s adaptation of the novel features Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali, Myha'la Herrold, and Kevin Bacon in lead roles, with the film being directed by Sam Esmail, creator and director of popular TV show, Mr. Robot.
20 January 2023, 04:00 AM

Netflix co-founder steps down as CEO, platform soars to 230m subscribers

US streaming giant Netflix ended last year with more than 230 million global subscribers, it said Thursday, beating analysts' expectations as hits such as "Wednesday" and "Harry & Meghan" enticed new viewers.."2022 was a tough year, with a bumpy start but a brighter finish," the company sa
20 January 2023, 03:39 AM

In 2023, K-Dramas reign supreme on Netflix

On Tuesday, Netflix revealed its largest-ever annual slate of Korean films and programs, stating that more than 60% of its global subscribers watched Korean content in 2022. In its 2023 slate release, the platform presented 34 projects, including 11 previously unknown projects.
17 January 2023, 14:55 PM

‘Mumbai Mafia: Police vs The Underworld’ -Revisiting Mumbai’s tumultuous era

‘Mumbai Mafia: Police vs The Underworld’ started streaming on Netflix this week. Introducing '90s Mumbai, the organized crime capital of India, the documentary underpins how Mumbai's organized crime structure evolved into a reign of the mafias and what drove the state apparatus to desperation. The crazy world of destitute boys turned gangsters, insiders turned informants, police interrogations and all sorts of crimes is aptly captured in this documentary. Real policemen, criminals and journalists talk about the tumultuous times.
7 January 2023, 08:18 AM