Soumi Goswami
Ever since the new normal and people being restricted behind the closed doors of the house, entertainment has revolutionized. Although the OTT platform was existent much before this revolution, it turned out to be the only relief during these hard times. Over the top (OTT) brings the cinema and television content online on mobile or laptop screens of the users.
Nowadays there are many of these platforms, but Netflix dominated this stage for a very long time. From foreign Tv shows and cinema to Desi uncensored entertainment, Netflix ruled many user screens.
Going with the wind, Bengali entertainment also pulled up its socks and put a foot forward with Hoichoi in 2017. Marking its 4th anniversary this year, Hoichoi has brought some of the gems of shows for viewers. Experimental scripts, commendable performances, unmatchable directions, and groundbreaking cinematographies- Hoichoi has bagged all of these honors.
Do you know, Addatimes came before Hoichoi in the year 2016. Since then, it has wowed many lovers of art, creativity, and cinema. It has been known for creating some iconic Bengali web series, short films, movies, and much more. Addatimes has both an ad-supported model and a paid subscription for the users.
A new Bangla OTT is doing the rounds with its launch this November. It is also expected to bring some fresh and exciting content.
It is bringing to the audiences two great shows- Protibimbo and Chick Flick soon.
Let’s move to some great shows to binge-watch this season with some hot Chinese food!
1. Astey Ladies on Hoichoi
Three women, who just want to fly high professionally. What’s the problem? Everything! The money, the society, the fate, they are battling all along with one heist. Where will their lives and destiny take them? Watch this social drama+ comedy to find out.
2. Kamini on Hoichoi
Barkha Bisht, stomach aching comedy, and thrilling spooks are why you should watch this show. Kamini is a horror comedy starring Bisht for the first time on Bangla OTT. If you are in a mood to laugh your heart out you should go for this one. It has the correct potion of pun, humor, and some jumpscares.
3. Manbhanjan on Hoichoi
Based on one of the immortal creations of Tagore, Monbhanjan tells the tale of two women with their fates intertwined. Racing against each other and standing up together in a man’s world, Manbhanjan portrays the nude reality of those times. This show is a must-watch if you love the depth of Rabindranath Tagore’s stories.
4. Cartoon on Addatimes
Did you ever think that cartoons could give you jumpscares and nightmarish spooks? With Cartoon, directors are bringing to the audiences the heart-wrenching horror drama. It revolves around two graphic artists who shift to a new house from where the freaking fun begins.
5. Paranoia on Hoichoi
This series just follows its name. It is a psychological thriller with complete paranoia going around its lead characters. This could be the shortest and scariest binge if you like this genre of series.
6. Ghostana on Addatimes
Two men, frustrated and alone, try to bring some spice and a call girl to their lives. Little did they expect, this encounter could turn anywhere horrific, as the lady of their lives is a ghost! At every turn and quarter, you will be laughing like crazy while watching this ultimate horror comedy which is much more of comedy and less of spooks. Altogether, a light fun entertainer.
7. In their life… on Addatimes
Sabyasachi Chakrabarty is a reason enough to watch this show, but more lies ahead of a man in the story who battles to get justice for his son Papai who gets killed in a road accident. While managing each element of the balance to keep his sanity in check. Papai’s father (Sabyasachi Chakrabarty) must go to unthinkable limits to unravel astonishing truths.
