Best of 2025: Ten must watch Movies and Series on JioHotStar, Netflix, ZEE5 and Amazon Prime , Urdu Wirsa
With the first quarter of 2025 behind us, streaming giants like JioHotstar, Netflix, ZEE5, and Amazon Prime have already unleashed a stellar lineup of must-watch content. From the high-octane return of Reacher: Season 3 to the gripping political crime thriller Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, this year is delivering powerful storytelling across genres. Whether you’re in the mood for the romantic tension of The First Frost, the dark family secrets of The Righteous Gemstones: Season 4, or the survival drama of Squid Game: Season 3, these ten standout movies and series prove 2025 is a year of unmissable entertainment.
| Title | Streaming Platform | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Squid Game: Season 3 | Netflix | June 27, 2025 |
| Daredevil: Born Again | JioHotstar | March 4, 2025 |
| The Righteous Gemstones: S4 | JioHotstar | March 9, 2025 |
| Dhoom Dhaam | Netflix | February 14, 2025 |
| Adolescence | Netflix | March 13, 2025 |
| The Twister: Caught in the Storm | Netflix | March 19, 2025 |
| The Storyteller | JioHotstar | January 28, 2025 |
| The First Frost | Netflix | March 17, 2025 |
| Reacher: Season 3 | Amazon Prime Video | February 4, 2025 |
| Khakee: The Bengal Chapter | Netflix | March 20, 2025 |
Squid Game: Season 3
The third and final season of the South Korean dystopian survival thriller, is set to premiere on 27 June 2025 on Netflix. Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, the season will continue the story after the shocking events of the Season 2 finale. Newly released images tease the fates of Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), the mysterious Front Man (Lee Byung-hun), and other characters trapped in the deadly games. The series, produced by Netflix, will conclude the intense and brutal competition that has captivated audiences worldwide.
- IMDb Rating: NA
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-joon
- Director: Hwang Dong-hyuk
- Release Date: June 27, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again
It is an American television series streaming on JioHotstar, based on the Marvel Comics character Daredevil. Created by Dario Scardapane, Matt Corman, and Chris Ord, it is the 13th series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and continues the story from the 2015–2018 Netflix series. The show follows Matt Murdock as his past clashes with Wilson Fisk, reigniting their rivalry. Scardapane serves as showrunner, with Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead as lead directors. Produced by Marvel Studios, the series maintains continuity with the wider MCU.
- IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: Charlie Cox, Margarita Levieva, Vincent D’Onofrio
- Director: Matt Corman, Chris Ord
- Release Date: March 4, 2025
Righteous Gemstones: Season 4
The Righteous Gemstones: Season 4 continues the darkly comedic story of the Gemstones, a wealthy televangelist family known for hypocrisy and scandal. Despite their public image of faith and charity, they prioritise greed, power, and hidden vices. The new season will likely delve deeper into their outrageous schemes and buried secrets as they exploit their ministry for personal gain. The series, starring Danny McBride, John Goodman, and Adam Devine, blends satire and drama while exposing the family’s corrupt yet entertaining antics.
- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: John Goodman, Danny McBride, Adam Devine
- Director: Danny McBride
- Release Date: March 9, 2025
Dhoom Dhaam
Dhoom Dhaam follows Veer Poddar and Koyal Chadda, an unlikely couple in an arranged marriage, whose wedding night takes a chaotic turn. Due to a case of mistaken identity, they find themselves on the run, dodging both criminals and the police. Their desperate search for a mysterious figure named “Charlie” leads them into a series of comedic and high-energy mishaps. The film blends action and humour as the newlyweds navigate this unexpected adventure.
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Pratik Gandhi, Yami Gautam, Pavitra Sarkar
- Director: Rishab Seth
- Release Date: February 14, 2025
Adolescence
Adolescence explores the turmoil of a family after 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested for murdering a schoolmate. As the charges against him unfold, his parents face their worst nightmare, struggling to reconcile the accusations with their son. The story also follows the detective investigating the case and Jamie’s therapist, all questioning the truth behind the crime. The series delves into the emotional and legal battles surrounding the shocking incident. It is a tense drama about guilt, doubt, and the search for answers.
- IMDb Rating: 8.4/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters
- Director: Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne
- Release Date: March 13, 2025
The Twister: Caught in the Storm
The Twister: Caught in the Storm recounts the true story of the catastrophic EF-5 tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, on 22 May 2011. On what should have been a day of celebration—graduation for the Class of 2011—the town was devastated by the deadly storm, which killed 158 people. The documentary follows a group of teenagers caught in the disaster as they face the terrifying reality of the tornado’s destruction. Blending survivor accounts and archival footage, it captures the chaos and resilience of the community.
- IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Mike Bettes, Cecil Cornish, Chad Crilley
- Director: Alexandra Lacey
- Release Date: March 19, 2025
The Storyteller
The Storyteller is a film directed by Ananth Mahadevan and written by Kireet Khurana. Produced by Jio Studios, A Purpose Entertainment, and Quest Films, it is based on Satyajit Ray’s short story Golpo Boliye Tarini Khuro. The film stars Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain and explores the conflict between originality and plagiarism. It follows the story of a writer caught in a moral dilemma over creative ownership. The film adapts Ray’s work while examining themes of authenticity and artistic integrity.
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain, Revathi
- Director: Ananth Mahadevan
- Release Date: January 28, 2025
The First Frost
The First Frost is a Chinese romantic drama starring Bai Jingting and Zhang Ruonan, based on Zhu Yi’s novel of the same name. The story follows Wen Yifan, a reporter, who unexpectedly reunites with her high school crush, Sang Yan, at a bar. Though they initially pretend not to know each other, fate brings them together as housemates. As they navigate their shared living situation, old feelings resurface, leading them to rekindle their romance.
- IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Ruonan Zhang, Jingting Bai, Edward Chen
- Director: Chu Yu Ning
- Release Date: March 17, 2025
Reacher: Season 3
Reacher: Season 3 follows former Military Police Officer Jack Reacher as he is wrongly arrested for murder, pulling him into a dangerous conspiracy involving corrupt officials and criminals. The season sees Reacher heading to Maine to confront a deadly enemy from his past. Along the way, he crosses paths with rogue DEA agents, violent assassins, and a suspicious family-run operation. The series, based on Lee Child’s novels, continues to blend action and mystery as Reacher fights to clear his name.
- IMDb Rating: 8/10
- Where to watch: Prime Video
- Cast: Alan Ritchson, Maria Sten, Malcolm Goodwin
- Director: Nick Santora
- Release Date: February 4, 2025
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter is a crime thriller series created by Neeraj Pandey and directed by Debatma Mondal and Tushar Kanti Ray. Set in early 2000s Bengal, it follows IPS officer Arjun Maitra as he investigates the death of a respected colleague. Facing powerful gangsters and corrupt politicians, Maitra battles to restore order in a lawless region. Produced by Shital Bhatia under Friday Storytellers, the series blends political intrigue with gritty crime drama.
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: JeetProsen, jit Chatterjee, Parambrata Chattopadhyay
- Director: Neeraj Pandey
- Release Date: March 20, 2025
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With the first quarter of 2025 behind us, streaming giants like JioHotstar, Netflix, ZEE5, and Amazon Prime have already unleashed a stellar lineup of must-watch content. From the high-octane return of Reacher: Season 3 to the gripping political crime thriller Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, this year is delivering powerful storytelling across genres. Whether you’re in the mood for the romantic tension of The First Frost, the dark family secrets of The Righteous Gemstones: Season 4, or the survival drama of Squid Game: Season 3, these ten standout movies and series prove 2025 is a year of unmissable entertainment.
| Title | Streaming Platform | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Squid Game: Season 3 | Netflix | June 27, 2025 |
| Daredevil: Born Again | JioHotstar | March 4, 2025 |
| The Righteous Gemstones: S4 | JioHotstar | March 9, 2025 |
| Dhoom Dhaam | Netflix | February 14, 2025 |
| Adolescence | Netflix | March 13, 2025 |
| The Twister: Caught in the Storm | Netflix | March 19, 2025 |
| The Storyteller | JioHotstar | January 28, 2025 |
| The First Frost | Netflix | March 17, 2025 |
| Reacher: Season 3 | Amazon Prime Video | February 4, 2025 |
| Khakee: The Bengal Chapter | Netflix | March 20, 2025 |
Squid Game: Season 3
The third and final season of the South Korean dystopian survival thriller, is set to premiere on 27 June 2025 on Netflix. Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, the season will continue the story after the shocking events of the Season 2 finale. Newly released images tease the fates of Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), the mysterious Front Man (Lee Byung-hun), and other characters trapped in the deadly games. The series, produced by Netflix, will conclude the intense and brutal competition that has captivated audiences worldwide.
- IMDb Rating: NA
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-joon
- Director: Hwang Dong-hyuk
- Release Date: June 27, 2025
Daredevil: Born Again
It is an American television series streaming on JioHotstar, based on the Marvel Comics character Daredevil. Created by Dario Scardapane, Matt Corman, and Chris Ord, it is the 13th series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and continues the story from the 2015–2018 Netflix series. The show follows Matt Murdock as his past clashes with Wilson Fisk, reigniting their rivalry. Scardapane serves as showrunner, with Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead as lead directors. Produced by Marvel Studios, the series maintains continuity with the wider MCU.
- IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: Charlie Cox, Margarita Levieva, Vincent D’Onofrio
- Director: Matt Corman, Chris Ord
- Release Date: March 4, 2025
Righteous Gemstones: Season 4
The Righteous Gemstones: Season 4 continues the darkly comedic story of the Gemstones, a wealthy televangelist family known for hypocrisy and scandal. Despite their public image of faith and charity, they prioritise greed, power, and hidden vices. The new season will likely delve deeper into their outrageous schemes and buried secrets as they exploit their ministry for personal gain. The series, starring Danny McBride, John Goodman, and Adam Devine, blends satire and drama while exposing the family’s corrupt yet entertaining antics.
- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: John Goodman, Danny McBride, Adam Devine
- Director: Danny McBride
- Release Date: March 9, 2025
Dhoom Dhaam
Dhoom Dhaam follows Veer Poddar and Koyal Chadda, an unlikely couple in an arranged marriage, whose wedding night takes a chaotic turn. Due to a case of mistaken identity, they find themselves on the run, dodging both criminals and the police. Their desperate search for a mysterious figure named “Charlie” leads them into a series of comedic and high-energy mishaps. The film blends action and humour as the newlyweds navigate this unexpected adventure.
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Pratik Gandhi, Yami Gautam, Pavitra Sarkar
- Director: Rishab Seth
- Release Date: February 14, 2025
Adolescence
Adolescence explores the turmoil of a family after 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested for murdering a schoolmate. As the charges against him unfold, his parents face their worst nightmare, struggling to reconcile the accusations with their son. The story also follows the detective investigating the case and Jamie’s therapist, all questioning the truth behind the crime. The series delves into the emotional and legal battles surrounding the shocking incident. It is a tense drama about guilt, doubt, and the search for answers.
- IMDb Rating: 8.4/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters
- Director: Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne
- Release Date: March 13, 2025
The Twister: Caught in the Storm
The Twister: Caught in the Storm recounts the true story of the catastrophic EF-5 tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, on 22 May 2011. On what should have been a day of celebration—graduation for the Class of 2011—the town was devastated by the deadly storm, which killed 158 people. The documentary follows a group of teenagers caught in the disaster as they face the terrifying reality of the tornado’s destruction. Blending survivor accounts and archival footage, it captures the chaos and resilience of the community.
- IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Mike Bettes, Cecil Cornish, Chad Crilley
- Director: Alexandra Lacey
- Release Date: March 19, 2025
The Storyteller
The Storyteller is a film directed by Ananth Mahadevan and written by Kireet Khurana. Produced by Jio Studios, A Purpose Entertainment, and Quest Films, it is based on Satyajit Ray’s short story Golpo Boliye Tarini Khuro. The film stars Paresh Rawal and Adil Hussain and explores the conflict between originality and plagiarism. It follows the story of a writer caught in a moral dilemma over creative ownership. The film adapts Ray’s work while examining themes of authenticity and artistic integrity.
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
- Where to watch: JioHotstar
- Cast: Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain, Revathi
- Director: Ananth Mahadevan
- Release Date: January 28, 2025
The First Frost
The First Frost is a Chinese romantic drama starring Bai Jingting and Zhang Ruonan, based on Zhu Yi’s novel of the same name. The story follows Wen Yifan, a reporter, who unexpectedly reunites with her high school crush, Sang Yan, at a bar. Though they initially pretend not to know each other, fate brings them together as housemates. As they navigate their shared living situation, old feelings resurface, leading them to rekindle their romance.
- IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: Ruonan Zhang, Jingting Bai, Edward Chen
- Director: Chu Yu Ning
- Release Date: March 17, 2025
Reacher: Season 3
Reacher: Season 3 follows former Military Police Officer Jack Reacher as he is wrongly arrested for murder, pulling him into a dangerous conspiracy involving corrupt officials and criminals. The season sees Reacher heading to Maine to confront a deadly enemy from his past. Along the way, he crosses paths with rogue DEA agents, violent assassins, and a suspicious family-run operation. The series, based on Lee Child’s novels, continues to blend action and mystery as Reacher fights to clear his name.
- IMDb Rating: 8/10
- Where to watch: Prime Video
- Cast: Alan Ritchson, Maria Sten, Malcolm Goodwin
- Director: Nick Santora
- Release Date: February 4, 2025
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter
Khakee: The Bengal Chapter is a crime thriller series created by Neeraj Pandey and directed by Debatma Mondal and Tushar Kanti Ray. Set in early 2000s Bengal, it follows IPS officer Arjun Maitra as he investigates the death of a respected colleague. Facing powerful gangsters and corrupt politicians, Maitra battles to restore order in a lawless region. Produced by Shital Bhatia under Friday Storytellers, the series blends political intrigue with gritty crime drama.
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Cast: JeetProsen, jit Chatterjee, Parambrata Chattopadhyay
- Director: Neeraj Pandey
- Release Date: March 20, 2025
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