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Exciting content to end your May with a bang
Mumbai: As May draws to a close, get ready for a grand finale that promises excitement across screens! From the heartwarming and inspiring tale of ‘Mr. & Mrs. Mahi’ hitting theaters, to the nail-biting climax of the IPL season streaming live, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a movie buff eager to watch Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao in action, a cricket fan on the edge of your seat for the IPL showdown, or an audio series enthusiast awaiting the latest twists in ‘Asura’, the end of May has it all.
Dive into these six thrilling entertainment options and make your May memorable:
Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (In theaters)
Mr. and Mrs. Mahi, directed by Sharan Sharma, stars Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. The drama follows Mahendra, a failed cricketer, and Mahima, a doctor, united by an arranged marriage. Sharing the nickname ‘Mahi’, they bond over their mutual love for cricket. Mahendra recognizes Mahima’s talent and supports her dream of becoming a cricketer, coaching her along the way.
IPL finale (Jio Cinema)
The edition 17 of the Indian Premier League reaches its thrilling climax on Sunday, 26 May, in Chennai. Will the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinch their long-awaited IPL title, or will Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) win the title? Stay tuned for an electrifying showdown, only on Jio Cinemas!
Asura (Pocket FM)
Darsh, a 15-year-old boy, who has always been disrespected by his family, has always brought down his family’s name by failing in martial arts exams for five consecutive years. But then one night something happened, due to which a terrible and huge change took place inside Darsh. What happened that night? Will Darsh ever be able to regain the love and respect of his family? After repeated failures, will Darsh ever be able to achieve success in his life? Listen to Asura to know about Darsh’s journey only on Pocket FM.
Panchayat (Amazon Prime Video)
Jitendra Kumar returns in this popular series, capturing the challenges of an engineering graduate turned Gram Panchayat secretary in a remote village. This season, highly anticipated for its gripping storyline, sees Abhishek Tripathi, played by Kumar, entangled in the vibrant drama of Phulera. After a tense altercation, Abhishek’s future in the village is uncertain. Amidst village politics, he navigates a budding romance with Rinki, the local leader’s daughter, while contending with power-hungry rivals.
Mahabali Mayank (Pocket FM)
In the deep forest of Bihar, lies the real Nalanda University, a secret academy of martial arts and magic. There studies Mayank, a rebellious young boy who is a royalty from the Gupta dynasty. In his blood runs the power to win over the world. But to activate it, Mayank has to first learn discipline first. Find out further about his insightful journey in this fantasy drama. Tune into Mahabali Mayank only on Pocket FM.
Chhota Bheem and the Curse of Damyaan movie (in theaters)
A live-action adaptation of Rajiv Chilaka’s 2012 animated film brings Chota Bheem and his friends to life. Set in the fictional kingdom of Dholakpur, the film captures Bheem’s bravery and his friends’ loyalty as they embark on thrilling adventures. With great visuals and dynamic performances, this version aims to enchant both new viewers and longtime fans, retaining the charm and excitement of the beloved original.
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Banijay Asia’s The 50 tops OTT charts with 8.1 million JioHotstar views
Reality competition becomes most watched show on JioHotstar in debut week.
MUMBAI: Fifty contestants walked into a palace, but millions of viewers showed up for the drama. Reality competition The 50, produced by Banijay Asia, has emerged as the most watched show on JioHotstar, clocking 8.1 million views in its debut week. The figure, reported by Ormax Media, places the show at the top of the OTT viewership charts and marks a strong opening for the digital reality format.
Adapted from a popular French format, The 50 brings together 50 personalities from television, digital platforms, music and reality shows inside a grand palace setting. Over the course of a 50 day competition, participants form alliances, compete in unpredictable tasks and navigate eliminations as the field steadily narrows.
Guiding the game is a mysterious figure known as The Lion, an unseen game master whose voice introduces twists, challenges and strategic turns throughout the show, adding an extra layer of suspense to the contest.
What distinguishes The 50 from typical reality competitions is its audience driven prize structure. Instead of the winner taking home the final reward, the prize is awarded to one of the winner’s registered followers through the show’s dedicated app. The mechanism effectively turns viewers into participants, allowing fans to have a direct stake in the outcome.
The contestant lineup features a mix of television actors, reality stars and digital creators, including Karan Patel, Urvashi Dholakia, Divya Agarwal, Mr Faisu and Dushyant Kukreja, each bringing their own fan following to the show.
With its blend of celebrity personalities, strategic gameplay and interactive viewer participation, The 50 has quickly carved out a strong foothold in India’s digital entertainment landscape. Its 8.1 million views in the opening week underline the growing appetite for large scale reality formats designed specifically for OTT audiences.
