OTT (Over-the-Top) platforms have revolutionized the service of watching TV with web content on the Internet. OTT offers users an alternative way to watch their favorite TV shows, movies, and other content. Nowadays, different local OTT platforms have become increasingly popular in Bangladesh. The emergence of new forms of Bengali serials following the trend of international web series is giving a power boost to the entertainment industry. In his legacy, the Bangla OTT platform Binge offers a wide range of available content.  The popular playwright and director Vicky Zahed's first web series 'Silence' is going to be a more blazing example of this evolution. The web series stars a bunch of popular and talented actors from old to new generations. Let’s get updated about this thriller series which is waiting to be released on Binge screen in the upcoming February month. Vicky Zahed: A Storyteller Who Plays with the Psychology of his Audience The birth date of Vicky Zahed is August 29, 1990. He spent his entire childhood and adolescence in Dhaka. Although he studied textile engineering, he went straight to visual media after his studies from the Bangladesh University of Textiles. Taking this new career turn was not very pleasant. On the other hand, he had to fight a lot with himself and his family in addition to pursuing his career against the tide. Read More: Angela Bassett’s Oscar nomination for “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” first acting nod for a Marvel movie After several works, 26-year-old Vicky Zahed finally got the limelight in 2016 for the short film 'Moments'. In line with its popularity, 'Maya', 'Doyal', 'Durbin', and 'Aaj Amar Pala' were released one by one. Through these works, he basically tried to understand his audience as well as taught himself. With 'Dwitiyo Shuchona', 'Priyo Adnan', and 'Kaikobaad', he continued to redefine the thriller genre in Bangladesh. Each of his creations comes with fresh themes, concepts, and storylines which have entertained the fans of the Bangla thriller genre. The drama 'Chirokal Aaj' and the web film series ‘Punorjonmo’ finally marked a long milestone in his career. Vicky became the focus of patronage for many prominent figures in the entertainment industry. Punorjonmo-3 became one of the most viewed videos on YouTube within just 12 hours of its release. Even those who did not know Vicky till then watched the film and went back to watch its first parts. Read More: Top 10 Upcoming English TV Shows on Netflix in February 2023 Now, Vicky Zahed’s creations come first, when it comes to crime, thriller, supernatural, and suspense dramas or movies in Bangladesh. This is very obvious for him to be a devoted fan of Alfred Hitchcock, the father of the modern thriller genre in Hollywood. He candidly admits his interest in playing with the psychology of the audience. Even to critics, he is unabashed, straightforward, and spontaneous in his storytelling.

The popularity of web series and TV Shows goes beyond borders. Netflix surprises viewers with new series and movies every month. The American video streaming service is literally redefining the genres of TV shows. Let's take a look at the 10 most-awaited English Series and TV Shows on Netflix in February 2023. Most Anticipating English Web Series Releasing on Netflix in February  Bake Off: The Professionals/ February 1, 2023 Netflix is coming up with a spin-off of this British baking reality show that has become popular in the United States. The series first started in 2016 on Channel 4. Its 7 seasons have been released so far. However, Netflix will run the show from season 6 onwards. The 10-episode series will feature the world's most skilled cooking professionals competing against each other. The show, directed by Emma Reynolds, is judged by Benoit Blin, Cherish Finden, and Claire Clarke. Read More: Top 10 Upcoming South Indian Films in February 2023 Freeridge/ February 2, 2023 This new spinoff of Netflix's best teen series On My Block is going to dominate the OTT comedy lineup in recent years. The Netflix show, which debuted in March 2018, is now in its fourth and final season. The series is executive produced and co-created by Lauren Lungerich and Jamie Dunner. The original lineup includes Jamie Ueshiro, Jeremy Haft, and Eddie Gonzalez. This American series stars Bryana Salaz, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Ciara Riley Wilson, Shiv Pai, and Tenzing Norgay Trainor. You: Season 4 – Part 1/ February 9, 2023 Based on the novel by Carolyn Kepnes, the series is created by Serra Gamble and Greg Berlanti. The team of directors consisted of John Scott, Harry Jirjian, Shamim Sarif, Penn Bagley (debut), and Rachel Letterman. The show's protagonist Joe Goldberg moves to Europe to escape his troubled past and start over. But he soon ends up investigating who is after his uber-rich socialite pals. The 10 episodes' writers are Sera Gamble, Leo Richardson, Kara Lee Corthron, Neil Reynolds, Justin W Lo, Mairin Reed, Michael Foley, Amanda Johnson-Zetterstrom, Hillary Benefiel, Dylan Cohen, Ab Chao, and Neil Reynolds. Read More: ‘Shonibar Bikel’ gets censor clearance on a Saturday afternoon My Dad the Bounty Hunter/ February 9, 2023 Dad's bounty hunter identity shocks the two kids, and they even notice their dad's rivals are scattered across the galaxy. The story spawned the children's animated series My Dad the Bounty Hunter, created by Everett Downing Jr. and Patrick Harpin. This new series is the brainchild of France's Dwarf Animation Studio. The show's voiceover artists are Laz Alonso, Priya Ferguson, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jim Rash, and Devin Bright. The Upshaws: season 2 (Part-3)/ February 16, 2023 This American sitcom premiered on Netflix in 2021. This creation by Regina Y. Hicks and Wanda Sykes has remained popular ever since. The drama series follows the story of a struggling family in Indiana. The current part of this Netflix original series is one of a trilogy under the ongoing season and the good news is season 3 has already got in the line. The show stars Wanda Sykes, Kim Fields, Mike Epps, Paige Kennedy, Journey Christine, Diamond Lyons, Khali Spraggins, Gabrielle Dennis, and Jermell Simon. Read More: 5 Must-Watch Movies of Sushant Singh Rajput