Kaagar to Petta, 5 regional gems that are at par with international shows

Kaagar to Petta, 5 regional gems that are at par with international shows

Starring the god of southern cinema – Rajnikanth, Petta showcases the story of a hostel warden Kaali who in a bid to save Anwar, his best friend's son, stands up against the local goons. However, everything goes haywire when Kaali is forced to face his past. The movie was a blockbuster at the box office when it was released in theatres and is a must-stream saga.

Directed by the phenomenal Makarand Mane, Kaagaz follows the story of Yuvraj who works for a renowned politician, Prabhakar, but he falls in love with his daughter, Rani. However, a brewing political conspiracy changes the course of their lives. Starring Rinku  Rajguru, the movie depicts a woman's rise in the political hierarchy creating  ripples across the social-political spectrum.

If you’re keen to explore a classic village rom com, Jeev Majha Guntala is the show for you. The series follows the story of Antara, a hard-working girl who drives an autorickshaw while pursuing her studies in order to make ends meet. But as fate would have it, Antara must marry a boy she despises. They both have dosha (problems) in their horoscopes which can only be nullified if they get married to each other.

Nammane Yuvarani is the tale of Meera, the daughter of a cook working at the Rajgurus' house. She is pressured into marrying the second son of the family and goes through challenges as she tries to fulfil her duties. The show stars Ankita Amar, Deepak Gowda and is a cultural hit, loved by audiences down south.

A classic Kannada tale, Geetha is a story of a young girl who is married to a man who does not love her and lives in a house where she is not welcome. However, despite the difficult circumstances, she tries to stand up for herself. Starring Bhavya Gowda, Dhanush Gowda, Sharmitha Gowda, this show will be on your mind long after watching it