If you’re looking for content in Tamil and Telugu or more Korean drama (if, like us, you’ve seen everything Netflix has to offer), then check out Viu. The platform currently boasts over 40,000 hours of movies, TV shows and songs across languages. Here are a few Indian shows that you can start watching on Viu right away.
‘Back to Childhood’
This show on Viu features renowned comedian and actor Gaurav Gera, in freewheeling conversations with some of India’s favourite internet sensations such as Mostly Sane, Beyounick, Micky Singh and Carry Minati.
Seasons: 1 (2019)
Language: Hindi
‘It Happened in Hong Kong’
This heart-warming mini-series, starring Amol Parashar and Aahana Kumra, is all about travel, new experiences, love and friendship. It looks at the journey of two individuals, Amol and Aahana, who meet each other on solo trips to Hong Kong and slowly fall in love.
Director: Lakshya Raj Anand
Cast: Amol Parashar, Aahana Kumra
Seasons: 1 (2018)
Language: Hindi
‘Darling Maalachimi’
Meet Ram. A carefree young man who has lost his mother and broken up with his girlfriend, both
named Mahalakshmi. Trying to come to terms with it all, Ram comes across an NRI girl named
Saahitya and finds himself opening up to her, sharing the story of his loss.
Director: Abhiram Pilla
Cast: Abhinav, Asha, Goldy
Seasons: 1 (2018)
Language: Telugu
‘Love 36’
This show is based on the popular theory that 36 questions asked and answered between any couple will lead to love. This theory is put to test in a blind date setup, where two strangers meet, chat and ask each other a set of questions.
Director: Ashwin Amalraj
Seasons: 1 (2018)
Language: Tamil
‘Viu Hello Sago’
This fun-filled celebrity talk show is hosted by Shruti Hassan. It offers a glimpse into the friendships of Kollywood’s biggest stars, who will chat, play games and even share some secrets about the film industry and perhaps, their personal lives.
Seasons: 1 (2019)
Language: Tamil
‘Love Lust and Confusion’
This Hindi show spins around the life of Poroma Sarkar, a young girl who has just arrived in Mumbai, on a quest to discover herself. As she meets new people and makes new friends, Poroma realises that her past might soon catch up with her.
Director: Victor Mukherjee
Starring: Tara-Alisha Berry, Rajat Barmecha, Ankit Bathla
Seasons: 2 (2018, 2019)
Language: Hindi
‘XYX’
This story is about friendship and love, mixed with a great big dollop of confusion. Nikky, Farah and Binny are friends, flatmates and colleagues. Chaos ensues when a question arises as to who loves whom?
Director: Nihal Satpute
Cast: Tarun Gahlot, Richa Gupta, Neha Iyer
Seasons: 1 (2019)
Language: Hindi
