Weekend Streaming Slate Spans Major Platforms
Weekend Streaming Slate Spans Major Platforms
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The broader weekend streaming lineup also includes new seasons of “Slow Horses” and “The Traitors,” highlighted among five recommended premieres by Boston.com.
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“Lust Stories 3” is an anthology of four new stories about desire, marriage, loneliness and intimacy, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj, with actors including Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditi Rao Hydari and Vijay Varma.
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“Thudakkam” marks Vismaya Mohanlal’s acting debut. She plays Meenu, a young woman in Idukki who uses her martial-arts training to protect herself and her father after encountering a contract killer.
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“The Scandal” follows Lady Cho, played by Son Ye-jin, and Cho Won, played by Ji Chang-wook, as they orchestrate a seduction scheme in the Joseon Dynasty; Nana plays Ahn Hui-yeon, the woman who becomes entangled in their plan.
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“Irumudi” centers on Trinadh, an alcoholic father played by Ravi Teja, whose relationship with his daughter becomes central after he undertakes a 40-day alcohol-free period connected to the Ayyappa Deeksha.
Streaming platforms are flooding the weekend with fresh content. Netflix debuts Storyboard18's "Lust Stories 3," an anthology of four stories about desire and marriage. Hulu brings new episodes of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and "Futurama," while "The Scandal" — a Korean Joseon-era romance — launches on the service. Across regions, South Indian films and dramas hit Netflix, Prime Video and JioHotstar.
The weekend slate spans crime, comedy, romance and regional cinema. Storyboard18 highlights Malayalam thriller "Thudakkam," Tamil drama "Irumudi" and a slate of new seasons including "Slow Horses" and "The Traitors." Together, the releases offer something for every viewer across six major platforms.
Netflix's Four-Story Anthology on Desire and Intimacy
"Lust Stories 3" premieres this weekend as an anthology of four new stories. Directors Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj each crafted a tale exploring desire, marriage, loneliness and intimacy. The cast includes Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditi Rao Hydari and Vijay Varma, bringing depth to characters navigating complex relationships.
Korean Romance 'The Scandal' Unfolds in Joseon Dynasty
"The Scandal" transports viewers to Korea's Joseon Dynasty with a seduction scheme at its core. Son Ye-jin plays Lady Cho, and Ji Chang-wook plays Cho Won — two characters orchestrating a plan. Nana rounds out the trio as Ahn Hui-yeon, the woman who becomes tangled in their web of intrigue and passion.
South Indian Films Feature New Stars and Family Drama
"Thudakkam" marks Vismaya Mohanlal's acting debut in a Malayalam action thriller. She plays Meenu, a young woman in Idukki who fights back against a contract killer using her martial-arts training to protect her father. Meanwhile, "Irumudi" on Prime Video centers on Ravi Teja as Trinadh, an alcoholic father attempting a 40-day alcohol-free period tied to the Ayyappa Deeksha ritual.
Comedy and Crime Return With Fresh Episodes
Hulu drops new episodes of two fan-favorite comedies this weekend. "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" continues its irreverent humor, while "Futurama" returns with fresh sci-fi comedy. Collider notes that streaming platforms are also rolling out new seasons of shows like "Slow Horses" and "The Traitors," giving viewers multiple reasons to log on.
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