5 unconventional movies on Disney+ Hotstar that will leave you spellbound: Haraamkhor to The Storyteller

Discovering numerous streaming services has led to an abundance of content coming from various sources. Yet, the sheer number of choices can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve carefully selected five unique films available on Disney+ Hotstar, which are sure to captivate you. Take a look below!

1. Haraamkhor

Haraamkhor is a captivating romantic black comedy film helmed by director Shlok Sharma. Featuring prominent performances from Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Shweta Tripathi, this compelling movie was filmed in just 16 days before its debut at the 21st New York Indian Film Festival and the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. Notably, Nawazuddin was honored with the Best Actor award at the NYIFF. The narrative delves into the intricate and forbidden relationship between a teacher and an impressionable, puzzled teenager.

2. The Storyteller

The Storyteller”

“This movie, ‘The Storyteller’, was adapted from Satyajit Ray’s short story titled ‘Tarini Khuro’s Tales’. In the lead role of Tarini Khuro is Paresh Rawal, and Adil Hussain plays a troubled entrepreneur. The production companies involved are Jio Studios, Purpose Entertainment, and Quest Films, with music scored by Hriju Roy. The film had its premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on January 28, 2025.

3. Babli Bouncer

In a starring role is actress Tamannaah Bhatia as Babli Tanwar in the dramatic film titled “Babli Bouncer.” This movie, helmed by director Madhur Bhandarkar, follows the tale of a cunning woman who transitions to becoming a bouncer at a nightclub. The production of this film is under the management of Vineet Jain and Amrita Pandey, under their respective banners Star Studios and Junglee Pictures. The movie made its debut on Disney+ Hotstar on September 23, 2022.

4. Munjya

In 2024, Aditya Sarpotdar Munjya’s OTT release sparked widespread popularity among viewers. This horror-comedy film delves into the life of a young man tangled with a vindictive spirit known as Munjya. As he strives to safeguard his family and love from this spirit, he takes drastic measures, ensuring a rollercoaster ride of humor and suspense for the audience. The movie, which gained unexpected success, stars Sharvari, Abhay Verma, Sathyaraj, and Mona Singh.

5. Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story

Kaveri Kapur’s first film, “Bobby and Rishi’s Love Story,” is directed by her father, renowned filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. This romantic comedy stars Vardhan Puri, the grandson of the late legendary actor Amrish Puri, in a leading role. The movie will be available for streaming on Disney + Hotstar from February 11, 2025.

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2025-02-11 04:22