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WATCHO Exclusives presents “GILLHARRY”- an unconditional love story
Mumbai: WATCHO, one of India’s fastest-growing OTT platforms, is all set to embark on an emotional rollercoaster with the launch of its upcoming web series, “GillHarry”. A heart-warming and enthralling journey that will sweep audiences off their feet. The web series is set against the backdrop of the city of love: Mumbai. This series takes viewers on a remarkable journey of love, determination, and the resilience of the human spirit. “GillHarry” is directed by Sanjiv Chadha and produced by Sixth Sense Entertainment & ShauShaa Entertainment.
The story revolves around Harry, a wide-eyed dreamer from Nasik who moves to Mumbai in pursuit of work. In his search for a job, he crosses paths with Gill, a vibrant consultant and independent woman. As Gill assists Harry in finding work, she inadvertently saves her own position, as she has been struggling to recruit candidates. Sparks fly as they venture from Madh Island to Marine Drive, eventually, Gill and Harry fall in love and plan to spend their life together. But this happiness shatters with unexpected circumstances. Will Harry’s love endure the challenges thrown their way, or will the past overshadow their future?
The star-studded ensemble of the web series brings the intricate characters to life featuring the talents of Sidhika Sharma, Prince Rodde, Zarina Wahab, Ravi Bhatia, Ameeta Nangia, Namitaa Sachdeva, and other amazing stars. Their top-notch performances and phenomenal chemistry make for an engrossing watching experience.
Commenting on the launch, DishTV & WATCHO Dish TV India Ltd corporate head – marketing Sukhpreet Singh said, “WATCHO has consistently been adept at introducing cutting-edge content that keeps viewers craving for more, ‘GillHarry’ promises to be a rollercoaster ride of emotions, captivating viewers with its compelling storytelling, relatable characters, and unforgettable moments. This series transcends the boundaries of conventional romance, offering a fresh and nuanced perspective on love, and the complexities of relationships.”
Join WATCHO on this remarkable journey as they unveil the trials and triumphs of Harry and Gill’s love story. With each episode, viewers will be drawn deeper into their world, eagerly anticipating the next twist and turn. Tune in to ‘GillHarry’ and immerse yourself in a tale of love, resilience, and the power of true connection.
Launched in 2019, WATCHO Exclusives offer many original shows, including web series like Joint Account, Manghadant, Avaidh, Explosive, Aarop, Wajah, The Morning Show, Bauchaar-E-Ishq, Gupta Niwas, Jaunpur, Papa Ka Scooter among others. That’s not all, Watcho also offers Korean Drama and various other international shows. Last year WATCHO forayed into the OTT aggregation business with its signature Rs. 253 per month plan. Featuring 14 popular OTT apps, it is fast becoming the go-to destination for an all-in-one OTT subscription. Watcho also features a unique platform for user-generated content called Swag where people can create their own content and discover their potential. Watcho can be accessed on a variety of devices (including Fire TV Stick, Dish SMRT, Android, and iOS cellphones, and D2H Magic devices) or online at www.WATCHO.com
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WhatsApp may soon let users to pick who sees their status updates
The messaging giant is borrowing a page from Instagram’s playbook as it pushes to give users finer control over their social circles.
CALIFORNIA: WhatsApp is quietly working on a feature that could make its Status function considerably smarter and considerably more private.
According to reports from beta tracking platforms, the app is testing a tool called Status lists, which would allow users to create named groups such as close friends, family and colleagues, and control precisely which group sees each update. It is a meaningful step up from the platform’s current blunt instruments, which offer only three options: share with all contacts, exclude specific people, or manually select individuals each time.
The new feature draws an obvious comparison with Instagram’s Close Friends function, and the resemblance is unlikely to be accidental. Both platforms sit within Meta’s family, and the company has been nudging them toward a common logic of audience segmentation for some time.
The move also fits neatly into WhatsApp’s broader privacy push. The platform has been rolling out enhanced chat protections and is exploring the introduction of usernames, which would allow users to connect without exchanging phone numbers. Status lists extend that philosophy from messaging into broadcasting.
Meanwhile, Status itself has been evolving well beyond its origins as a simple photo-and-text slideshow. The feature now supports music stickers, collages, longer videos and interactive elements, pushing it closer to the social-media-style story format pioneered by Snapchat and refined by Instagram. In that context, finer audience controls are not merely a privacy feature. They are a precondition for people sharing more.
The feature remains in development and has not been confirmed for release. WhatsApp routinely tests tools that are later modified or quietly shelved. But the direction of travel is clear: the app wants Status to be a destination, not an afterthought. Letting users decide exactly who is in the audience is how it gets there.
