What To Watch This Week Of August 8 – August 14: ‘I Am Groot’, ‘Indian Matchmaking Season 2’, ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ And More

This week is scheduled to be full of fun, holidays and celebrations. But that really is not all. Some thrilling, adventurous and brilliant content is making its way to a grand release, this week. This includes some of the most awaited series and movies like I Am Groot, Laal Singh Chaddha, Raksha Bandhan and Indian Matchmaking: Season 2. Therefore, it’s time to get the plans in order and get a binge-fest in place, this long weekend.

Are you wondering what’s on the way? Here is the official list to make sure that you’re aware of everything that’s on the way:

What To Watch This Week Of August 8 – August 14:

1. I Am Groot – Disney+ Hotstar

Marvel fans surely enjoy watching the Guardians fight for the Galaxy, but we all would have to admit that we have a special place in our hearts for Cute little Groot, and what better way to adore him than having a series on Baby Groot coming up from Marvel Studios. Watch this show on Disney+ Hotstar from August 10 onward.

2. Indian Matchmaking: Season 2 – Netflix

Sima Aunty memes had flooded the internet when Indian Matchmaking Season 1 had dropped. And now she’s coming back with more drama this August. Will she be able to find everyone a match this time or would this end up being a major mission failure? Watch this series on Netflix, from August 10 onwards.

Also Read: Iconic Moments From ‘Indian Matchmaking’ Season 1 That Will Get You In Hyped For Season 2

3. Iron Chef Brasil – Netflix

Many could claim to be a ‘Master’ of cuisine or a Celebrity ‘Chef’ but only a few have the skill to be the ‘Iron Chef’ and also show the flavours of Brazil. Would these chefs be able to cook food that is exciting and vibrant as the Rio Carnival and take the gold knife? Watch this show on Netflix, from 10 August onwards.

4. Instant Dream home – Netflix

We all have our own idea of our ‘Cozy Space’ and always look for newer ideas to help achieve it. Instant Dream home is an interesting series to learn and know more about how to make your own ‘Dream Home’. Catch this amazing series on Netflix, from 10 August onwards.

5. Locke & Key: The Final Season – Netflix

Based on the reality-bending comics by Joe & Gabriel, the show follows the way the Locke siblings deal with the keys they find. Can they defeat the evil that comes with this key, this season? Will they make it to the end, together and safely? Watch the last season on Netflix, from 10 August onwards.

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6. Laal Singh Chaddha – Theatres

This is the official Hindi remake of the 1994 Hollywood classic, Forrest Gump. The film, Aamir’s first in four years, also stars Kareena Kapoor, Mona Singh and Naga Chaitanya. As the world is buzzing about all that the film has to offer, the official handle of Forrest Gump makers has also announced the release date of the film which is August 11th. Catch it in theatres.

Also Read: ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ Trailer: Fans Have A Mixed Reaction, Call Aamir Khan’s Performance A Cross Between His ‘Dhoom 3’ And ‘PK’ Roles

7. Raksha Bandhan – Theatres

Akshay Kumar is all geared up for his third release of the year. The trailer and the film’s songs have impressed everyone, and now moviegoers are keen to know what the movie has to offer. Directed by Aanand L. Rai and written by Himanshu Sharma and Kanika Dhillon, the film is scheduled for theatrical release on 11 August 2022.

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8. Day Shift – Netflix

Meet a hard-working father who works day and night to be able to support his family. The only twist? He uses a pool-cleaning front to actually hunt and kill vampires for a living. Catch this movie on Netflix from August 12 onwards.

9. A League Of Their Own – Amazon Prime

This show follows the life of a whole new set of characters who dare to establish their lives in sports. It digs in deep and talks about the world of sports and the issues that sportspeople face. Watch this sports drama on Amazon Prime Video from August 12 onwards.

10. Cosmic Love – Amazon Prime

In this one-of-a-kind social experiment, four individuals attempt to find their perfect spouse via astrological matchmaking. Each individual represents one of the four elements of astrology (Air, Fire, Water, and Earth). Their romantic adventure takes place at a retreat run by a mystical guide, the Astro Chamber. Will they find their match? Watch this series on Amazon Prime from August 12 onwards.

11. Never Have I Ever Season 3 – Netflix

An American coming-of-age comedy-drama television series starring Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher. Though the show takes place in the area of San Fernando Valley, the comedy is loosely based on Kaling’s childhood experiences in the Boston area. The series’ much-awaited new season is finally here. Watch the show’s season 3 on Netflix, from August 12 onwards.

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12. The Humans – Mubi

Taking place over the course of one night, the Blake family comes together for Thanksgiving at Brigid and her partner Richard’s lower Manhattan apartment. As the evening unfolds, the family member’s frustrations and insecurities are exposed as home truths and long-hidden secrets rise to the surface. Watch this on Mubi, from August 12th onwards.

13. Victoria’s Secret: Angels And Demons – Lionsgate Play

Dive deep into the history of the sexiest brand on earth. Have a look at the founder and his deep and secret relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. What happened behind the white wings and the sexy front? Was Victoria’s Secret always angelic? Watch this series on Lionsgate Play, from August 12th onwards.

14. Five Days At Memorial – Apple TV+

As the water rose, resources depleted, and exhaustion set in, the employees at Memorial Medical Center faced unimaginable choices following Hurricane Katrina. This series based on real events is a limited series that is bound to leave you tossing and turning. Watch this show on Apple TV+, from August 12 onwards.

15. The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent – Lionsgate Play

This movie follows Nicholas Cage’s journey as he transforms into a man, looking to make his way back into the industry that he once ruled. Will he find a way in? Well, one of the gigs he’s being offered is to attend a rich man’s party weekend, who is this man that is slowly turning into Cage’s best friend? Is he a criminal? Now, the CIA need him to help get his new friend behind bars. Will he make it? Watch this release on Lionsgate Play, from August 12 Onwards.

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