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Dice rolls out Girlie Pops as Gen Z adulting gets a glow-up
MUMBAI: Adulting may be chaotic, but in Dice Media’s newest mini-series, it also comes with contour, comfort, and a dash of controlled chaos. Dice Media, the content arm of Pocket Aces and the studio behind internet favourites such as Little Things, Adulting and AFK has dropped its latest three-episode mini-series, Girlie Pops, created in collaboration with Maybelline New York. And true to its title, the series pops with the warmth, humour and survival-instinct tenderness that defines Gen Z life today.
Billed as a slice-of-life snapshot of twenty-something turbulence, Girlie Pops follows two mismatched roommates trying to stay afloat in the choppy waters of early adulthood. Prakriti (Ankita Chhetri), a corporate professional moonlighting as a hopeful influencer, grapples with algorithm anxiety and full-time job monotony; while Ira (Devishi Madaan), an HR exec nursing a fresh heartbreak stumbles through online dating one awkward match at a time. Between career confusion, emotional U-turns, and social-media self-esteem spirals, the duo finds an unlikely sanctuary: each other.
Speaking about the series Pocket Aces D2C head Vishwanath Shetty said, “With GirliePops, we wanted to capture the real, everyday chaos of Gen Z and how they find their way through adulting together. It’s rooted in the humour, vulnerability, and comfort that sisterhood brings. Collaborating with Maybelline New York, a brand that personifies Bold Confidence & Self Expression, made it even more special.”
The cast is frontlined by familiar FilterCopy faces Ankita Chhetri and Devishi Madaan, both managed by Clout, Pocket Aces’ influencer vertical. The pairing brings an easy chemistry that keeps the 10–12 minute episodes breezy and binge-able, making Girlie Pops ideal for the swipe-generation’s viewing habits.
At just three episodes, the series delivers bite-sized storytelling without losing emotional depth. It picks its battles wisely, practicality vs passion, heartbreak vs healing, paycheque vs purpose, all while wrapping it in Dice Media’s signature blend of relatability and warmth.
Streaming now on Dice Media and Filtercopy’s Youtube channels, Girlie Pops is the kind of show that understands its audience because it feels like part of their group chat.
Whether you’re dodging red flags on dating apps, negotiating self-worth with your boss, or wondering if the influencer dream is worth the ring light, Girlie Pops offers a little laugh, a little comfort, and a lot of “omg same”.
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Prime Video unveils biggest India originals slate yet
Nearly 55 titles across languages signal deeper push into films, series
MUMBAI: Prime Video is turning up the volume on Indian storytelling, unveiling its largest-ever Originals slate at the ‘Prime Video Presents’ showcase, with close to 55 series and films spanning languages, genres and formats.
The new lineup, which stretches across Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, signals a clear intent: go bigger, go wider, and meet audiences wherever they are watching, whether on streaming screens or in cinemas. Alongside Originals, the platform also announced a fresh theatrical slate under Amazon MGM Studios, marking a deeper step into the big-screen business.
Among the headline acts is The Revolutionaries, a large-scale drama from Nikkhil Advani starring Bhuvan Bam and Rohit Saraf. The slate also features Matka King with Vijay Varma, Raakh starring Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre, and Lukkhe, which marks rapper King’s acting debut. Adding a genre twist is Vansh – The Kalyug Warriors, positioned as India’s first homegrown Hindi superhero series for streaming.
Familiar favourites are also making a return, with new seasons of Farzi, Panchayat, Call Me Bae, Dupahiya, Dahaad and The Traitors in the pipeline, reinforcing the platform’s bet on established franchises.
Regional storytelling gets a notable push. Highlights include a Telugu adaptation of The Traitors hosted by Teja Sajja, the drama Guvvala Cheruvu Ghat, and Tamil titles such as Exam and returning seasons of Vadhandhi and Inspector Rishi.
The slate also opens new creative partnerships. Hrithik Roshan’s HRX Films steps into streaming with Storm and Mess, while Alia Bhatt’s Eternal Sunshine Productions backs Don’t Be Shy. Production houses including Excel Entertainment, Tiger Baby Films and The Viral Fever further deepen the creative bench.
On the theatrical front, the platform is lining up five films, including Raftaar starring Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh, VIBE directed by Kunal Kemmu, Dilkashi with music by A. R. Rahman, Nayyi Navelli featuring Yami Gautam, and Kuku Ki Kundli starring Wamiqa Gabbi.
According to Prime Video India director and head of Svod business Shilangi Mukherji, India remains central to the platform’s global growth, ranking among its top markets for new subscribers. She noted that nearly two-thirds of users watch content in more than four languages, underlining a growing appetite for diverse storytelling.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok, said the new slate reflects a continued push towards bold, culturally rooted narratives with global appeal.
In short, Prime Video is not just adding titles, it is widening the lens. From small-town dramas to superhero sagas and cinema-ready spectacles, the message is simple: more stories, more voices, and far more ways to watch them.
