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Must watch shows this October on Disney+ Hotstar

This month, check out some horror programming just in time for Halloween, as well as some Deepavali-related for this festive time of year

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 05 Oct 2022 5:00PM

Must watch shows this October on Disney+ Hotstar
Lee Seongmin, Jin Gu, Gyeong Sujin, and Lee Hakju star in Shadow Detective, premiering on October 26 on Disney+ Hotstar. – Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar, October 5, 2022

Pink Lie – October 5

The first ever Disney+ Hotstar reality series, Pink Lie will follow a group of contestants who come together in an attempt to find love. In each episode, contestants will be required to bond and complete challenges, but they’re all hiding a game-changing secret. Bonds will be tested as these contestants set aside their prejudices for a second chance at love.

Werewolf by Night – October 7

This All Hallow’s eve month, Marvel Studios brings werewolves and monster hunters to Disney+ Hotstar. On a dark and sombre night, monster hunters emerge from the shadows and gather at the foreboding Bloodstone Temple following the death of their leader. They are then thrust into a mysterious and deadly competition for a powerful relic – a hunt that will ultimately bring them face to face with a dangerous monster.

Shadow Detective – October 26

When retirement is in the works, detective Taekrok’s partner gets into trouble. However, in his efforts to save him, Taekrok finds himself framed for a murder he didn’t commit. On the run, Taekrok is contacted by the real murderer, a man who identifies himself only as 'Friend' and is blackmailed into reinvestigating his old cases hoping to clear his name. With the clock counting down, will Taekrok be able to solve his last case before it’s too late?

Hocus Pocus 2 – Available now

Kathy Najimy, Bette Midler, and Sarah Jessica Parker reprise the roles they first played almost 30 years ago. – Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Kathy Najimy, Bette Midler, and Sarah Jessica Parker reprise the roles they first played almost 30 years ago. – Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

This year, Salem’s wicked witch trio makes a comeback when three young girls accidentally bring the Sanderson Sisters back to life. Now they must do whatever it takes to stop these child-hungry witches from wreaking havoc and causing mayhem in their town before it’s too late.

Horror Fest

Check out these horror shows and movies, just in time for the spookiest month of the year.  

(Clockwise from top L) American Horror Stories Season 2, Ada Hantu, KNN Di Desa Penari, Makmum 2. – Pics courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
(Clockwise from top L) American Horror Stories Season 2, Ada Hantu, KNN Di Desa Penari, Makmum 2. – Pics courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

Deepavali Treats

This October is also the month of Deepavali, check out these programs to celebrate. 

(clockwise from Top L) Cooku with Comali, Bigg Boss, Raja Rani Season 2, Vikram. – Pics courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
(clockwise from Top L) Cooku with Comali, Bigg Boss, Raja Rani Season 2, Vikram. – Pics courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

– The Vibes, October 5, 2022

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