Amazon Prime Announces New Seasons and Original Series Lineup Amazon Prime has unveiled a slate of new seasons and original series set to debut on the platform, including returning shows and fresh projects. Nicole Clemens, Vice President of International Originals at Amazon MGM Studios, highlighted the global appeal of Indian content, noting that 25% of the platform’s shows and audience are based outside India. The lineup includes both established franchises and new narratives, reflecting a mix of genres and storytelling styles. Among the returning series, Farzi will return for a second season, with Shahid Kapoor reprising his role as the art forger Sunny. The show, directed by Raj & DK, follows Sunny’s descent into darkness and the parallel story of Michael, a man battling his war on counterfeiting. The cast includes Vijay Sethupathi, Bhuvan Arora, Kay Kay Menon, Zakir Hussain, Raashi Khanna, and Kubbra S. Similarly, Dahaad, starring Sonakshi Sinha as sub-inspector Anjali Meghwal, will explore a new case against a serial killer, with Gulshan Devaiah, Vineet Kumar Singh, Sikandar Kher, Aisha Ahmed, Jyoti Kapoor, and Vidhaan Sharma joining the cast. Inspector Rishi, a Tamil series created by Nandhini JS, will continue its story with Naveen Chandra’s police officer investigating abductions linked to supernatural elements. The show features Sunaina, Kuraishi, Malini Jeevarathnam, Kishore Kumar G, Anupama Kumar, Gaby, Ramesh Thilak, and Deepika Venkatachalam. Vadhandhi, a Tamil series directed by Andrew Louis, returns for a second season, following a police inspector on a punishment posting who tries to save a wrongly convicted man. The cast includes M Sasikumar, Yashwanth, Anagha Maruthora, Aparna Das, Vivek Prasanna, Revathy Sharma, and Arjun Nandhakumar.#vijay_sethupathi #amazon_prime #nicole_clemens #shahid_kapoor #raj_dk
Amazon Prime Expands Streaming Features with New Subscription Options Amazon Prime has introduced an updated subscription plan that enhances streaming capabilities for members. The new offering includes up to five concurrent streams, allowing users to watch content on multiple devices simultaneously. It also provides access to 100 downloads for offline viewing, doubling the previous limit of 50. Additionally, members will enjoy exclusive access to 4K and Ultra High Definition (UHD) streaming, elevating the quality of their viewing experience. Notably, the cost of the Amazon Prime membership remains unchanged with these new features. The updated subscription builds upon existing streaming options, offering a range of enhancements. Prime members can now enjoy high-definition (HD) and high dynamic range (HDR) streaming, which delivers sharper visuals and improved color accuracy. Dolby Vision, a premium format for enhanced picture quality, is now available, along with Dolby Atmos for immersive audio. These advancements are particularly significant for users seeking a more premium viewing experience. The new plan also expands download capabilities, allowing members to store up to 100 titles for offline viewing. This is an increase from the previous limit of 50, providing greater flexibility for users who may not have consistent internet access. Concurrent streaming has been upgraded from four to five streams, enabling more users to watch content simultaneously without interruptions. Prime members will continue to have access to a vast library of premium movies, TV series, and live sports events, including major leagues such as the NFL, NBA, NASCAR, and The Masters. The inclusion of Prime Originals and exclusive sports programming further enriches the streaming experience.#nfl #amazon_prime #wondery #prime_members #prime_originals
AGBO Sets New Film With ‘The Bluff’ Writers Frank E. Flowers & Joe Ballarini AGBO, the production company behind the action film The Bluff, has secured a new project to be written by the film’s creators, Frank E. Flowers and Joe Ballarini. The deal, valued in the seven-figure range, marks a significant expansion for the writers, who previously collaborated on The Bluff, which recently topped Amazon Prime’s global most-watched list for a second consecutive week. Details about the new project remain confidential, though it is described as an original story with a large-scale production. Flowers, who directed The Bluff, is not confirmed to helm the new film. The upcoming project, which does not yet have a title, is expected to follow the same high-concept approach as The Bluff. The latter stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas as a former pirate captain who abandons her adventurous past for a quiet life until her sea captain is kidnapped by a former enemy. The film’s success has positioned AGBO as a key player in the action genre, with the writers now set to develop another ambitious narrative. Flowers, known for his work on Bob Marley: One Love, and Ballarini, who contributed to A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting, have established themselves as versatile screenwriters. Their collaboration on The Bluff demonstrated their ability to blend swashbuckle and suspense, a formula that appears to be central to their new endeavor. The project’s scale and originality suggest it could compete with major studio releases, though specifics about its plot or cast remain undisclosed. AGBO’s acquisition of the new script underscores its commitment to expanding its portfolio of action-driven films.#amazon_prime #agbo #frank_e_flowers #joe_ballarini #priyanka_chopra_jonas
Simon Baker stars in the new series 'Scarpetta' Simon Baker brings his signature charm to Amazon Prime’s new series Scarpetta, playing FBI criminal profiler Benton Wesley. The character, described as “very polite” but with an underlying sense of danger, mirrors Baker’s own measured demeanor in real life. During a recent interview at a Bondi Beach hotel, Baker, 56, showcased his signature blue attire and a striking IWC Schaffhausen watch, reflecting the same calm confidence he channels for Wesley. Despite the character’s quiet nature, Baker notes that the role’s subtlety was a key draw. “The character was the primary thing that drove me,” he says. “It’s sort of a very quiet character in amongst a lot of quite big forward characters.” Adapted from Patricia Cornwell’s bestselling book series, Scarpetta follows the complex relationship between Wesley and his wife, Dr. Kay Scarpetta, portrayed by Nicole Kidman. Both characters are driven by their work and their bond, though their marriage is portrayed as a delicate balance of love and tension. Baker highlights the dynamic between the couple and the Scarpetta family, particularly the bickering between Kidman’s character and Jamie Lee Curtis’s sisterly rival. “The Scarpetta family, they’re Italian and everything is really expressive,” he says. “That’s a dynamic on its own, seeing Nicole and Jamie Lee go at it as bickering sisters.” The series weaves humor into its darker narrative, a contrast that might surprise fans of the source material. While the show maintains the tension of Cornwell’s novels, it adopts a tone reminiscent of The Bear, with sharp dialogue and banter between Kidman and Curtis. The plot spans two timelines, beginning with Dr.#nicole_kidman #jamie_lee_curtis #scarpetta #simon_baker #amazon_prime
"Invincible" Season 4: Release Date, Plot, and Everything We Know The adult animated superhero series "Invincible," which follows the violent and often gruesome rise of 17-year-old Mark Grayson, aka Invincible, as he balances his growing superpowers with the legacy of his Viltrumite father, Omni-Man, is set to return for its fourth season. The eight-episode season will debut with a triple-episode premiere, followed by weekly episodes airing every Thursday. The show, adapted from the Image Comics series by writer Robert Kirkman and artists Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, continues to build its dedicated fanbase with complex characters and unexpected storytelling twists. Season 4 promises to escalate the series’ already intense narrative, with new and greater conflicts looming. Last season’s events saw the dimension-hopping madman Angstrom Levy, portrayed by Sterling K. Brown, narrowly escape Mark’s grasp and return to the Technicians after orchestrating the Invincible War and its multiverse variants. Mark also delved into darker depths of violence while defending his Viltrumite-Thraxan brother, Oliver, aka Kid Omni-Man, and navigating a turbulent romance with Atom Eve amid the chaos. The season’s plot will likely explore these unresolved tensions, potentially expanding the scope of the series’ exploration of power, morality, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. The show’s creators have emphasized its commitment to mature themes and graphic content, which has attracted a dedicated audience despite its explicit nature. Fans can expect the same level of brutal action and emotional complexity as previous seasons, with the series continuing to challenge its characters and the world they inhabit. The season’s release date and streaming platform details are also outlined, with Amazon Prime offering the series for $14.#amazon_prime #invincible #mark_grayson #omni_man #sterling_k_brown
