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7 family shows to watch with your family this holiday season
If you haven’t watched these amazing shows this year, it’s time you add them to your list before the year ends.
By Jyothi Venkatesh
The holiday season is here and it calls for family gatherings that are filled with fun and laughter. While we do enjoy our time off with the family, it’s the conversations we have and the time we spend with each other that makes it memorable for us. One of the most loved family activities is to huddle up under a cosy blanket as we binge on our favourite shows.
2021 witnessed the launch of numerous family web shows that garnered immense love from viewers. Given the ever-increasing demand for good content over the lockdown, many of the beloved shows have also made a comeback with new seasons. Therefore, we have curated a must-watch list of the top family shows that are best suited for this holiday season.
Family Man S2
The Family Man Season 2 continues the story of Srikant (actor Manoj Bajpayee), the talented senior officer of the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC) of the National Investigation Agency as he investigates the Tamil Tigers-Esque military resistance from Sri Lanka and their plans for a terrorist attack. The season also showcases his ongoing personal problems of being committed to his high-profile job while managing his family- life. The series is filled with drama, action and perfectly-timed comedic moments that not only keep the viewers engaged but leave us all wanting more.
What the Folks
What the Folks is one of the most loved family drama shows by Dice Media. Each of the characters showcases relatable and ever-evolving relationships – of a husband, wife, son-in-law, and daughter- in law. The show progresses with a story of the modern family – The Sharmas & The Solankis. The fun-filled show has made it to three super-hit seasons and should be on your must-watch list with your family. The cast includes Eisha Chopra, Shishir Sharma, Veer Rajwant Singh, Renuka Shahane and Deepika Amin who perfectly bring out the bonds of these relationships in life.
Gullak
Gullak revolves around a story of a middle-class Mishra family played by the talented cast of Jameel Khan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Harsh Mayar and Vaibhav Raj Gupta. The show brilliantly captures the everyday trifles of a middle-class family and how they deal with each issue. The show captures life in a small-town flavoured with a hint of comedy, love and witty dialogues that ensures a good- time for the viewers.
Mumbai Diaries 26/11
Mumbai Diaries 26/11 is a medical drama based on the nerve-gripping terrorist attacks of 26/11 that took place in Mumbai. The fictional series narrates the experiences of the first responders from the terrorist attacks that gave every Indian chills in the country. The show unfolds how doctors, nurses including the first responders and other hospital staff dealt with a crisis of such an intense magnitude. The talented stars Mohit Raina and Konkona Sen Sharma play the lead role with brilliant performances making this a must-watch this holiday season.
Operation MBBS S2
Operation MBBS is an emotional series by Dice Media that showcases the struggles and the journey of the medical fraternity while they tackled the challenging times of the pandemic. Played by talented cast Ayush Mehra, Sarah Hashmi, and Anshul Chauhan, and Geetanjali Kulkarni. The story revolves around three medical students who navigate their lives to complete their MBBS degree and fulfil their goals of becoming doctors, while the trio also builds long-lasting friendships. Both seasons can be enjoyed on Dice Media’s Youtube channel.
Breathe into the shadows
Streaming on Amazon Prime Video “Breathe: Into The Shadows” is a hit series with lead roles played by Abhishek Bachchan and Amit Sadh. The story revolves around Avinash (Abhishek Bachchan) and Abha Sabharwal (Nithya Menen) whose 6-year-old daughter Siya is kidnapped. Each episode unfolds the mystery of the kidnapper and his obnoxious demands to kill a series of people. The thrilling mystery is a must with your family.
Aarya Season 1 & Season 2
Aarya, a gripping show led by the versatile Sushmita Sen has gained popularity for the story and her acting in the show. Sushmita Sen plays the role of a protective mother of three kids who gets involved with a mafia gang in an effort to avenge her husband. This twisted tale will keep you at the edge of your seat and build the premise of wanting to know more.
If you haven’t watched these amazing shows this year, it’s time you add them to your list before the year ends
