The series, based on a 1999 plane hijacking, prompted backlash on social media. Critics claimed it wrongly portrayed the Islamist hijackers as Hindus.
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India’s Master of Nostalgia Takes His Sweeping Vision to Netflix
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s films are known for splendor, grandiosity and obsessive attention to light and detail. Will that translate to smaller screens?
The Bizarre Chinese Murder Plot Behind Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’
Lin Qi, a billionaire who helped produce the science-fiction hit, was poisoned to death by a disgruntled executive. His attacker now faces the death penalty.
Amazon’s ‘Expats’ Was Filmed in Hong Kong, But People Can’t Watch It There
The first two episodes of the show, which was filmed during the city’s pandemic restrictions, were released last week but were not available there.
‘Modern Love’ Goes Global in New Television Series
The latest iteration of the “Modern Love” franchise, “Modern Love Tokyo,” begins streaming on Oct. 21.
Arab States Demand That Netflix Drop ‘Offensive Content’
Egypt joined six Gulf Arab nations in insisting that streaming services take down programs that go against “societal values.”
What to Stream in May
Next month’s streaming options include new Sally Rooney fare, “Masterpiece” and a new season of “Hacks.”
As Other Arab States Falter, Saudi Arabia Seeks to Become a Cultural Hub
While conflicts and crises have battered Arab cultural capitals, Saudi Arabia is hosting film festivals and bankrolling new movies.
‘Bridgerton’ and Coronavirus: Positive Tests Halt Production in UK
On Saturday, a spokeswoman for Netflix declined to say whether the test that caused the second halt was that of a cast member or a crew member.
Amazon’s ‘Tandav’ Show Angers India’s Hindu Nationalists
Artists say officials tied to the country’s ruling party use pressure to stem criticism. Streaming services hoping to tap the Indian market’s potential have been caught in the middle.