What to Watch This Week: Haq, The Housemaid, Matthew Perry & More

One week, indeed, quite tight and full of surprises for the viewers. No more than crime thrillers and legal dramas than just reality shows and documentaries, the content of all sorts is still not to everyone's tastes. Aspiring entrepreneurs all over the country now have a chance to step forward and get their businesses registered in Shark Tank India Season 5 that just opened up.

Haq – Netflix, Jan 2

Haq is a direct interpretation of the landmark Supreme Court decision in the case of Mohd Ahmed Khan vs Shah Bano Begum in 1985, concentrating on gender justice and welfare rights. Besides, this is the first cinematographic pairing of Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam. Sheeba Chaddha and Danish Husain are among the supporting cast.

Land of Sin – Netflix, Jan 2

This five-part series, set in the western coastal region of Sweden, focuses on detectives Dani and Malik's attempts to uncover the murder of a teenage girl. A grandfather who refuses to compromise and threatens to take action if justice is not done adds to the tension and makes the whole story a survival race.

The Housemaid – Theatres, Jan 2

The film based on Freida McFadden's 2022 bestseller follows a young woman with a dark past who agrees to live-in maid service to a rich couple. What she finds as she becomes familiar with them is the ugly truth that lies behind their polished surface.

Defying Destiny – Netflix, Jan 5

This show traces the saga of Maria whose teenage motherhood takes away her ambition to become a teacher. Her journey of self-actualization starts with her fight for women's rights and becomes the emotional heart of the series.

MasterChef India Season 9 – SonyLIV, Jan 5

The ninth season known as "Pride of India" puts a spotlight on vintage dishes and regional flavors. The trio of judges Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar, and Kunal Kapur are back to watch over the contestants who are going through culinary challenges that are very promising for the country's food heritage.

Shark Tank India Season 5 – SonyLIV, Jan 5

This season dubbed "Yeh Season Hai Time Se Aage!" is all about futuristic business ideas and models. Moreover, in addition to this, the new segment that features student entrepreneurs gives the college startups at the early stage an opportunity to get exposure.

Spring Fever – Prime Video, Jan 5

The series is based on a famous manhwa and it shows a high school teacher who is moving from Seoul to a small town called Sinsu. Slowly, the interaction with her student’s uncle is helping to heal her heart blending romance with personal healing.

Marcello Hernández: American Boy – Netflix, Jan 7

The first Netflix performance of Saturday Night Live alumni Marcello Hernández is presented in this comedy special. The comedian relies on his first-generation American upbringing, dealing with the family, the culture, and the childhood difficulties.

Beast Games Season 2 – Prime Video, Jan 7

The series of competition brings together the 100 strongest and the 100 smartest participants for a $5 million prize, and that’s only the first round. The narrative of the season unfolds around strategy, strength, and intellect during the high-stakes contests.

His & Hers – Netflix, Jan 8

The series, which is based on Alice Feeney's 2020 bestseller, portrays a former news anchor who finds herself in the middle of a murder case in her own town. The estranged husband who is now a detective becomes an ally and a suspect at the same time in a web of tension and doubt that is hard to navigate.

Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy – Discovery+, Jan 2

The documentary looks at the life and final years of Matthew Perry, who died in 2023. It tracks his rapid rise to fame, his battles with addiction, and the events surrounding his death, thereby shedding light on the person behind the international fame.