April’s OTT releases in the month had a mixed bag of results, with some shows receiving critical acclaim while others fell short in audience engagement. Kapil Sharma’s return on Netflix lacked innovation, with his jokes being described as “old wine in a new bottle.” However, Kapil Sharma has promised notable improvements in the upcoming episodes, so viewers are encouraged to keep watching to see if the show picks up in May.
On the other hand, Imtiaz Ali’s film “Chamkila” received raves from critics but failed to attract the expected audience. Despite being Ali’s best work since “Love Aaj Kal,” the storytelling’s moral compass seemed to be lost, leaving viewers unsure of which direction the film was heading.
Manoj Bajpayee’s performance in Zee5’s “Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout” was disappointing, with the film being described as a “half-baked abomination.” Bajpayee’s character seemed lost and the plot was all over the place, leaving little room for viewers to connect with the story.
However, the standout performance of the month came from Tanve Azmi in Amazon Prime’s “Dil Dosti Dilemma.” The show, which explored themes of family and identity, was praised for its digestible storytelling and Azmi’s compelling portrayal of a well-to-do Muslim woman forced to confront her privilege.
With all eyes now on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming project “Heeramandi,” viewers are eager to see if it will be the next big success on OTT platforms.