What’s New On Disney Hotstar? The August 2021 Calendar

With the almost two years now in lockdown, we surely have grown weary of staying indoors. What has come to our rescue to keep us entertained are the numerous on-demand platforms to stream diverse shows and films. Another good new batch of new movies and TV shows lined up. Here are the Disney Hotstar New Releases.

Keep reading to find out what you can stream Disney Hotstar this month.

Here are the films and shows that are new on Disney Hotstar:

Netrikann

Release date: August 13

The upcoming film starring Nayanthara is reportedly an official remake of 2011 South Korean film Blind. The thriller helmed by Milind Rau, has the lead actor essaying the role of a visually-challenged woman who become the prime witnesses in a murder case. In her quest for justice, she decides to bring down the killer herself.

Bhuj: The Pride of India

August 13

The war film focuses IAF Squadron Leader Vijay Karnik, who was in-charge of the Bhuj airport back then. The Ajay Devgn starrer set during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, narrates the incident when the IAF airstrip that was destroyed in combat was reconstructed with the help of 300 local women. The film is a tribute to the IAF and civilians involved in the act of resilience which eventually helped us win the war.

Godzilla vs. Kong

August 14

The film marks the sequel to Kong: Skull Island and Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Kong needs to be sent to his true home and his protectors undertake the perilous task. An orphaned girl with a powerful bond with the mighty beast embarks on the journey. However, unknown forces lead to the confrontation of two most powerful forces of nature.

What If?

August 11

The Animated Marvel series reimagines famous events from the superhero films in unexpected ways. A host of stars will reprise their roles as voice artist for the series directed by Bryan Andrews; Ashley Bradley is head writer.

Spin

August 15

Starring Abhay Deol and Avantika Vandanapu in the lead roles, the film Spin follows an Indian American teen and journey of discovering her artistic side through the unique world of DJ culture. She gives the art a spin by creating mixes that blend the textures of her Indian heritage to the western music form.

Diary of a Future President Season 2

Release date: 18 August

The first season tracks the origin story of a future leader, 12-year-old Cuban American girl Elena. The narration told through diary entries follows her journey through the ups and downs of middle school and finally becoming the president of the United States.

Cruella

August 27

With a star-studded cast including Emma Stone, Emma Thompson, and Joel Fry, the film re-tells the story of one of cinema’s most notorious villains. A young grifter turns into Cruella de Vil, a revenge seeker, during the 1970s London punk rock revolution.