Since the beginning of the COVID-19 epidemic, OTT services like Netflix have become the most popular source of entertainment. One clear reason is that during the lockdown, these were the only options available. However, even after the shutdown, individuals still prefer to watch movies on an OTT platform, such as Netflix, because it is both safer and more cost-effective.

Going to the movies still appears risky to many people when compared to the security of their own homes. In order to avoid missing out on any profits, OTT channels such as Netflix become an alternative choice of release for film makers. In 2021, Netflix Originals will release a slew of fantastic films in a variety of languages, among them, these 5 movies made their ways to the audience heart and won critics appreciation.

Minnal Murali:

This Malayalam superhero film, directed by Basil Joseph and starring Tovino Thomas, was released as a Netflix Originals film. The plot revolves around a tailor and a tea shop employee who develop superhero abilities after being hit by lightning.

The conflict between these two as protagonist and antagonist drives the plot forward. The film has been dubbed in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Hindi, and English.

IMDb score: 8.3/10

Pagglait:

A young widow is unfazed by her husband's death, which occurs only 5 months after they married. She reveals this to her best friend, claiming that in their 5 months of marriage, she never had a connection with her late spouse.

The plot revolves around her interactions with her in-laws and other family members. She discovers that her husband was profoundly in love with a colleague a few days after his death and confronts her. This Hindi Netflix Original was directed by Umesh Bisht and stars Sanya Malhotra, Ashutosh Rana, Sayani Gupta, and other notable performers.

IMDb score: 6.9/10

Mimi:

This Hindi film, starring Kriti Sanon as Mimi, is a remake of the Marathi film Mala Aai Vhhaychy! Mimi, a dancer and aspiring actress, offers to be a surrogate mother for a couple from another country. They go on with the process with the help of a local taxi driver who persuades Mimi by offering her financial assistance.

After learning that the unborn child has Down Syndrome, the foreign couple abandons Mimi and returns to their homeland. Mimi's life takes an unexpected turn as a result of this.

IMDb score: 9/10

Mandela:

This Netflix Original, directed by rookie Mandonne Ashwin and starring Yogi Babu in the eponymous character, is a Tamil political satire starring Yogi Babu. Two stepbrothers compete for the position of Community President in a small village of 1,000 people.

After a tense election, Mandela, a local hairstylist, will cast the deciding vote. The plot centres around Mandela persuading the brothers to create the town with their own money. Whoever wins Mandela's heart will determine the election's outcome.

IMDb score: 9/10

Cinema Bandi:

An auto-rickshaw driver discovers a camera that has been misplaced by one of his passengers. He finds the urge to make a low-budget film utilising the camera while trying to make money with it by renting it out or selling it. The plot revolves around his attempts to create a film despite numerous obstacles, with the assistance of four other locals: a still photographer, a barber, a schoolgirl, and an elderly guy.

This Telugu comedy drama was directed by Praveen Kandregula, a first-time director, and produced by Raj and DK, the creators of the popular web series The Family Man. Cinema Bandi was launched as a Netflix Originals in 2021, bypassing the theatrical premiere.

IMDb score: 8/10

By Yashaswini