UAE weekend watchlist: 10 TV shows and movies from Hollywood, K-drama, Bollywood

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If you're planning to binge-watch a web series at home or head to the theatres this weekend, our list has you covered. Korean drama, rom-coms, animated movies, reality TV - our watchlist encapsulates them all. Image Credit: Supplied

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'Dr. Cha streaming on Netflix: A Journey of Rediscovery and Resilience in the Medical Field': This Korean drama takes viewers on an inspiring journey alongside Cha Jeong-suk, a remarkable woman who, after dedicating two decades to being a housewife, decides to rekindle her passion for medicine. Join her as she embarks on an exhilarating new chapter as a first-year medical resident in the hospital led by her husband, Seo In-ho. Uhm Jung-hwa delivers a captivating performance as Cha Jeong-sook. Image Credit: Netflix

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‘Crash Course in Romance streaming on Netflix: A Delightfully Whimsical South Korean Love Story’: Prepare to be enchanted by the adorably chaotic world of this captivating South Korean series that skillfully weaves together bittersweet romance tropes to create a universally enjoyable viewing experience. Jung Kyung-ho shines as Choi Chi-yeol, a charismatic math instructor and celebrity at the prestigious Pride Academy, while Jeon Do-yeon steals hearts as Nam Haeng-seon, a kind-hearted small business owner who unexpectedly finds herself falling for the renowned mathlete. Image Credit: Netflix

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'Dahaad' streaming on Amazon prime: The new web series is about a serial killer and a series of mysterious deaths of young women in a small-town in Rajasthan, India. At first, those deaths are written off as suicides, but Sonakshi Sinha, who plays the central role of a cop, is determined to prove that a sinister serial killer is behind the gruesome murders. Image Credit: Amazon Prime Video

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‘The Little Mermaid’ in theatres : The movie is inspired by Disney’s 1989 animated classic, which was itself based on a fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. The story centres on the mermaid princess Ariel, who makes a Faustian bargain with the sea witch Ursala in an attempt to become human and win the love of a prince. Image Credit: Disney enterprises

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‘Kathal’ streaming on Netflix: From the moment the jackfruits are introduced in the plot, viewers will catch on that this is an eccentric satire about the legal system’s priorities. The intriguing script details how a lower-caste female police officer prioritizes the life of a girl over two jackfruits, and accomplishes her task smartly. Image Credit:

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‘Love Again’ streaming in cinemas: Priyanka Chopra plays the role of Mira who is struggling to move on with her life after the death of her boyfriend and sends texts to his old number to cope. Rob (Sam Heughan) is a journalist who gets fascinated by Mira’s honest and heartbroken texts as she opens up about her old wounds. Celine Dion also plays a role in the movie. Image Credit: Sony Pictures

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‘Bheed’ streaming on Netflix: Directed by Anubhav Sinha, revisits the COVID-19 migrant crisis. The movie is inspired by the events that followed the pandemic-induced lockdown that forced migrants to lose their jobs and walk hundreds of kilometres to get home. Image Credit: IMDB

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'Tu Jhooti Main Makkaar' on Netflix: Starring the charming duo of Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, is a delightful, heartwarming romantic comedy that combines the perfect blend of emotions, foot-tapping songs, and captivating dance sequences. Ranbir and Shraddha portray characters that are complete opposites, defying expectations set by the title itself. Against all odds, they find themselves falling head over heels for each other during an unforgettable bachelor party. This film masterfully explores the intriguing clash between traditional family values and ambitious career pursuits, providing audiences with a thought-provoking and entertaining cinematic experience. Embraced by the masses, the movie surpassed all expectations by crossing the remarkable milestone of earning over 100 crores at the box office, solidifying its status as a blockbuster. Image Credit: Supplied

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'FUBAR' streaming on Netflix: Arnold Schwarzenegger plays the role of CIA agent, Luke Brunner, who is on the cusp of retirement is called in to extract another agent from a dangerous assignment. That agent turns out to be Luke's daughter Emma. Image Credit: IMDB

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"American Born Chinese," streaming on DisneyPlus: Based on the best-selling graphic novel, the series spotlights social challenges faced by Asian Americans amid a shifting national conversation over identity, representation and racism. Image Credit: Disney+ Hotstar

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