Best movies to watch on OTT featuring chefs as protagonists

The entertainment world through movies allows viewers to escape their daily lives, providing a captivating look into various characters. Whether you prefer romance or comedy, various genres and narratives take you on a cinematic journey. With the OTT platforms, it has now become easier to consume interesting films and series. If you want to explore a fascinating culinary world in various ways that cultivate passion and artistry in cooking, then check out these top picks featuring chefs as the protagonists. All these titles are available to watch online at various streaming platforms (also accessible through OTTplay Premium).

Movies that revolve around culinary art and chefs:

Cheeni Kum (ZEE5)

Starring Amitabh Bachchan and Tabu in the lead roles, this romantic drama film is directed by R Balki. The plot revolves around a 64-year-old eccentric chef, Buddhadev Gupta, who falls in love with a thirty-something strong and independent woman, Nina. Their unconventional romance, defying the odds of society and age, is a pure delight.

Tarla (ZEE5)

Piyush Gupta’s directorial had a direct-to-OTT premiere on ZEE5. Featuring Huma Qureshi in the titular role, this captivating biopic revolves around a woman who fights against societal norms and odds to fulfill her dreams in the cooking or culinary field.

Also Read: Tarla trailer: Huma Qureshi and Sharib Hashmi's OTT film delves into the life of iconic home chef Tarla Dalal  

Maacher Jhol (Sony LIV)

Starring Ritwick Chakraborty, Paoli Dam, and Mamata Shankar in the lead roles, this Bengali food film revolves around a renowned Paris chef who rediscovers his native roots while coming back to Kolkata to visit his sick mother. Packed with emotions and a heartwarming narrative centering around the popular Bengali dish, this movie makes up for an interesting watch.

Also Read: Cheeni Kum clocks 17 years! Here's where to watch Amitabh Bachchan and Tabu’s film on OTT 

Ustad Hotel (Aha)

This national award-winning Malayalam film features Thilakan, Dulquer Salmaan, and Nithya Menen in the lead. The plot revolves around an aspiring young chef Faizi, who is forced to return to his hometown in India and work for his grandfather to run his hotel. Apart from the themes of ambition and family drama, you’ll also be able to step into the aromatic world of culinary art and traditions.

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