In the spirit of togetherness this Ramadhan, sink into your couch with your friends and family with some of the newest releases on Disney+ Hotstar.
From sunrise to sunset, here is roundup of seven shows – made up of wholesome coming of age stories, comedic family dramas, and romantic TV series that will surely tug on your heart strings – to add to your Ramadhan watch list.
#1 30 Hari Sebelum Raya
What happens when the impulsive Mak Leha misdiagnoses her husband’s symptoms, and suddenly thinks he now only has 30 days to live leading up to Raya? Watch how this witty family grapples with the “reality” of the man of the house’s illness, all while preparing for Raya in this comedy series premiering March 30.
#2 Do You Love Me, Captain?
Starring rising local stars Sharifah Rose and Ali Rezark, this story follows the plight of Daneena as she attempts to escape her aunt’s cruel agenda by hiding in a bungalow by the sea.
As part of her effort to keep her identity a secret, she marries Darish, the TUDM Captain who owns the bungalow, and disguises herself as the maid of the house. Will Daneena’s true identity be kept a secret, or will her aunt’s schemes become impossible to avoid? Watch what happens when you stream the series on April 13!
#3 Wedding Agreement The Series
Like most brides, divorce is typically the last thing on a newly-wed’s mind during the night of her wedding – but not for Tian.
Picking up right after the events of the popular 2019 Indonesian movie of the same name, this 10-episode sequel kicks off as Tian’s husband, Bian, presents her with an agreement that they will divorce one year after marriage as he only agreed to the marriage as a means to appease his parents’ wishes. Filled with heart-wrenching scenes and a complicated love triangle, this Indonesian series will surely take you on a roller coaster ride.
#4 Turning Red
Turning Red is a heart-warming coming of age story centered around Mei, a 13-year-old dork growing up in a quintessential Asian household.
As if dealing with the turbulent side effects of puberty wasn’t difficult enough, Mei also feels the pressure to meet her mother’s high expectations. Things take a turn when Mei discovers that she transforms into a towering, fluffy red panda when she gets overwhelmed – making her teenage life even more confusing. Immerse in the nostalgia of the early 2000s by streaming the film on Disney+ Hotstar this Ramadhan!
#5 Encanto
Another beautiful story of finding yourself amidst family expectations and traditions is told through Encanto.
The enchanting film follows Maribel’s journey on discovering what it is that makes her special, and paints a colourful picture on how expectations should not come before the bonds of family. Gather up your family (and maybe a couple boxes of tissues) before you stream this 2022 Oscar® award-winning film.
#6 Upin & Ipin: Keris Siamang Tunggal
For those that are young at heart, this Malaysian-made film should top your Ramadhan watch list!
The movie follows the adventures of Upin and Ipin as they get transported into the heart of a fantastical kingdom, Inderaloka, where they are faced with the challenge of saving the kingdom from the evil king.
#7 Soundtrack #1
Set in the chilly winter of modern-day Seoul, Soundtrack #1 tells the story of unreciprocated love between two best friends who are tasked to create a musical masterpiece.
After moving in together for two weeks to work on their song, the pair, played by veteran actors Park Hyung-Sik and Han So-Hee, find themselves blurring the lines between friendship and romance. Stream Soundtrack #1 exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar, with new episodes available every Wednesday.
Celebrate the spirit of togetherness with these top picks, along with all your other favourite shows this Ramadhan on Disney+ Hotstar here.
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