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As streaming continues to redefine entertainment, Netflix remains the pulse where audiences discover fresh obsessions. The August 2025 lineup of Netflix Originals spans movies, series, animation, and documentaries. Mystery, horror, thriller, adventure, action, romance, and comedy lead the charge, each project carving out its own rhythm. Let’s explore the 10 upcoming Netflix originals that are set to shape this month’s viewing experience. 10 Most-hyped Netflix Originals Coming This August . My Oxford Year / Romantic Comedy / August 1, 2025 Helmed by Iain Morris, this poignant drama brings Melissa Osborne and Allison Burnett’s screenplay to life. Adapted from Julia Whelan’s bestselling novel, originally penned as a script by Burnett himself. Corey Mylchreest, Sofia Carson, Catherine McCormack, and Dougray Scott bring depth to the pivotal roles. At the heart of the story is an American student chasing academic dreams at Oxford. Her path takes an unexpected turn after meeting a captivating local. Their connection reshapes not just their futures, but their identities. Read more: Ranbir Kapoor-Yash Starrer Ramayana: India's most expensive film franchise The romantic film is produced by Laura Quicksilver and George Berman under Temple Hill Entertainment and Presque Isle Films. Wednesday / Horror Comedy / August 6, 2025 The fan-favourite horror saga returns with a bold new chapter. Season 2 arrives in two waves – Part 1 on August 6 and Part 2 on September 3, 2025. This time, Wednesday Addams finds herself back at Nevermore Academy. New enemies begin to stir, and secrets are stranger and darker than ever. Jenna Ortega reprises her role with magnetic precision. Familiar names like Hunter Doohan, Emma Myers, and Catherine Zeta-Jones are back. Luis Guzman, Victor Dorobantu, Fred Armisen, Isaac Ordonez, Moosa Mostafa, and Georgie Farmer join them once again. Read more: F1 Movie Review: Brad Pitt’s Epic Racing Drama Drives Box Office Momentum Percy Hynes White and Naomi J. Ogawa bid farewell to the show. Joanna Lumley and Evie Templeton bring fresh intrigue to the cast. And in a highly anticipated twist, Lady Gaga enters in Part 2. The show remains rooted in Charles Addams’ iconic character. Alfred Gough and Miles Millar serve as creators. Millar Gough Ink, Tim Burton Productions, Toluca Pictures, and MGM Television spearhead the series production. Fixed / Animated Rom-Com / August 13, 2025 The animated film thrives under the direction of Genndy Tartakovsky, who co-wrote its screenplay with Jon Vitti. The story was crafted by Tartakovsky, Vitti, Steve Greenberg, and Rich Lufrano. The rom-com movie is bankrolled by Michelle Murdocca on behalf of Sony Pictures Animation. Read more: Top 10 Hindi Films Releasing in Bollywood in July 2025 Idris Elba, Adam DeVine, Kathryn Hahn, Beck Bennett, Bobby Moynihan, and Fred Armisen lend their creative voices to key characters. The narrative centres on Bull, a fun-loving dog facing a major change. He finds out he’s getting neutered in the morning. Suddenly, every hour matters. With his loyal crew, Bull sets out for one final night of freedom. America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys / Sports Documentary / August 19, 2025 This documentary follows Jerry Jones and his bold vision for the Dallas Cowboys. He took charge, rewrote the playbook, and built a sports empire. Under his leadership, the Cowboys clinched three NFL championships in the 1990s. But his story goes beyond wins. It’s about branding, ambition, and redefining the game. The film features appearances from George W. Bush, Rupert Murdoch, and Deion Sanders. NFL legends Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, Michael Irvin, and Jimmy Johnson also weigh in. Read more: Best South Indian Movies Releasing in July 2025 Backed by NFL Films, Skydance Sports, and Stardust Frames Productions, this docu-film boasts Chapman Way and Maclain Way as directors. Fall for Me / Thriller / August 21, 2025 Lilli travels to see her sister Valeria on a scenic island. She’s stunned to learn Valeria is engaged to a Frenchman named Manu. Soon after, Lilli crosses paths with Tom, a nightclub manager. The spark is immediate. So is the tension. But paradise holds more than love; it hides something dark. Penned by Stefanie Sycholt, this German thriller flourishes with Sherry Hormann as its director. Leading roles are played by Svenja Jung and Theo Trebs. The additional cast comprises Thomas Kretschmann, Antje Traue, Victor Meutelet, Tijan Marei, Lucia Barrado, and Anton Kostov. Read more: Kuberaa: Dhanush’s Political Thriller Marches On With Its Elegant Box Office Journey The production credit goes to Netflix Studios, W&B Television, and Anima Stillking Films.

Korea and Japan will be the first two foreign teams to arrive in the capital on Wednesday to participate in the six-nation Hero Asian Champions Trophy (Hockey) ‘2021 beginning on January 14 at the Maulana Bhashani National Stadium here. Participating countries are: India, Malaysia, Korea, Japan, Pakistan and hosts Bangladesh Korean and Japanese teams will arrive in the capital at 21.05 hours on Wednesday by a flight of Singapore Air Lines. READ: Champions Hockey: 4 more players included in Bangladesh’s preliminary squad  India will be the 3rd foreign team to arrive here on Friday (Dec 10) at 12:30 hours by an Air India flight while the Pakistan team is scheduled to reach Dhaka at 16:40 hours on the same day (Friday). Malaysia will be the last foreign team to arrive here on Sunday (Dec 12) at 22:00 hours by Malindo Air flight. India will play Korea in the opening match at 3:30 pm on Jan 14. Bangladesh will play Malaysia at 6; pm while Pakistan will play Japan at 8:30 pm in other two opening day’s fixture. The titan battle between India and Pakistan will be held on Jan 17 at pm 3:30 pm. Earlier, Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF) announced a 28-member preliminary squad of Bangladesh national hockey team for the heavy weight tournament and later they added four more players in the squad as per requirement of the team’s Malaysia Head Coach Gobinathan Krishnamurty. The four newly recruited players are: Al Nahian Shuvo, Raju Ahmed Tapu, Abed Uddin and Razibul Hasan Rocky. READ: Premier Hockey: Mariner Youngs clinch title beating Mohammedan 3-2 The training session of Bangladesh team began on last Wednesday (Dec 1) at BKSP in Savar. 28-member Bangladesh squad: Biplob Kujur, Abu Sayed Nippon, Ashim Gop (goal keeper), Khorshedur Rahman, Farhad Ahmed, Ashraful Islam, Shohanaur Rahman Sabuj, Mehdi Hasam, Rezaul Karim Babu, Monoj Babu, Shafiul Alam Shisir, Sarwar Morshad Shawon and Khaled Mahmud Rakin (defender), Sarwar Hossain, Roman Sarkar, Nayeemuddin, Fazle Hossain Rabbi, Hasan Jubair Niloy, Prince Lal Samanta (mid-field), Rasel Mahmud Jummy, Milan Hossain, Mainul Islam Kaushik, Arshad Hossain, Mahbub Hossain, Deen Islam Emon, Rakibul Hasan, Pushkar Kisha Mimo and Rajub Das.

Kushtia, Oct 16 (UNB) – A three-day festival will begin on Wednesday afternoon at Lalon Akhra in Chheuria village marking the 129th death anniversary of legendry Baul Lalon Shah.