'Mardaani 3' To 'BTS: The Return': Netflix Releases You Can’t Miss This Good Friday
From 'Border 2' to 'Mardaani 3' and 'BTS: The Return', here are the freshest new Netflix movies to add to your Good Friday binge list.
If your plans for the Good Friday weekend involve a cosy couch and a remote, you’re in luck. Netflix has curated a massive slate of Indian and international blockbusters just in time for the holiday. This year’s watchlist is stacked with fresh arrivals that span pulpy espionage, wartime spectacle, gritty crime drama, prestige gangster storytelling, and a fandom-fuelling music documentary.
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Here’s a list of new movies to add to your “Netflix and Chill” list this Good Friday:
1. Mardaani 3
If your idea of a solid holiday watch involves tension, urgency and a fierce central performance, ‘Mardaani 3’ is an easy pick. Rani Mukerji returns as Shivani Shivaji Roy, the fearless cop at the heart of the franchise, in a thriller that follows her pursuit of a criminal network linked to the kidnapping of more than 90 girls. The film is directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films, with Janki Bodiwala and Mallika Prasad Sinha in key roles. For viewers who like intense Hindi cinema with a purpose-driven plot and a commanding lead, this one lands right in the sweet spot.
2. Border 2
For those in the mood for something bigger, louder and more old-school patriotic, ‘Border 2’ brings scale to the Good Friday lineup. The film is directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J. P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. It revolves around three idealistic soldiers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force facing brutal combat conditions during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The star-studded cast features Sunny Deol returning to the front lines, joined by Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, and Mona Singh. It’s a definitive "Netflix and Chill" choice if you're in the mood for high-stakes action and national pride.
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3. Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos
For those looking for something lighter, this comedic spy thriller is the perfect palate cleanser. It is described as the story of a clumsy but ambitious British spy who, after learning he was born in India, heads to Goa and gets tangled in a dangerous criminal rivalry. The film, directed by Vir Das and Kavi Shastri, is produced by Aamir Khan, Aparna Purohit, Vir Das, and Kavi Shastri. It stars Vir Das, Mona Singh, and Mithila Palkar, with a cameo appearance by Imran Khan. The film’s big hook is that it seems to mash up spy-movie clichés with broad comedy and self-aware chaos. That makes it the breeziest title here – a good counterpoint if you are not in the mood for crime, war, or emotional documentary beats.
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4. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
If Good Friday viewing for you means style, menace, and prestige drama with gangster swagger, ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ has obvious appeal. Netflix describes the film as the continuation of Tommy Shelby’s story, with Cillian Murphy back in the lead. The official synopsis says Tommy must return to Birmingham after his estranged son gets drawn into a Nazi plot. Steven Knight remained the creative force behind the franchise, while Tom Harper directed the film. The Netflix listing named Cillian Murphy, Rebecca Ferguson, and Tim Roth among the principal cast. For fans who want something darker and more atmospheric than a standard action film, this is probably the most “sink into the sofa and disappear for two hours” pick of the lot.
5. BTS: The Return
Not every Good Friday watch has to be fiction, and ‘BTS: The Return’ arrives with enough fan pull and emotional heft to earn its place here. The film chronicles the long-awaited reunion of RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook following their mandatory military service. The group reunites in Los Angeles to record their album ‘Arirang’. It is directed by Bao Nguyen. Whether you are ARMY or just curious about one of the most globally influential music acts of the era, this is the most emotionally tuned-in entry in the lineup.
BONUS PICKS
1. Vadh 2: Following the critical acclaim of the first film, ‘Vadh 2’ arrives on Netflix on April 3 (Good Friday). Starring the veteran duo Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta, this crime thriller is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. The sequel shifts the focus to a prison system riddled with corruption and moral ambiguity. The plot centres on a mysterious disappearance within the jail walls that triggers an investigation. It’s an atmospheric, slow-burn thriller that provides a sharp contrast to the typical Bollywood potboiler.
2. Made In Korea: Adding a fresh, cross-cultural flavour to the list is ‘Made In Korea’, which hit Netflix in mid-March. Directed by Ra. Karthik and produced by Rise East Entertainment, this adventure-drama stars Priyanka Arul Mohan. The story follows Shenba, a young woman from a small town in Tamil Nadu who travels to Seoul to chase her dreams in the hospitality industry. Left to fend for herself in an unfamiliar city, she forms an unlikely bond with a local vlogger and an elderly woman. It’s a feel-good journey that is perfect for a relaxed movie night.
Put together, these films make for a genuinely varied Good Friday watchlist!
