This week brings a cracking lineup of new films and dramas across various channels, promising something for everyone. From thrilling action to heartwarming animation and even a sprinkle of baking magic, here’s your guide to the freshest content hitting your screens.
Aftermath – Sunday 13th April, 9:00pm on M-Net 101
This is a gripping thriller as Aftermath makes its debut on M-Net 101 this week. Expect a tale woven with suspense and intrigue, likely exploring the consequences and fallout from a significant event. The film follows a returning war veteran, Eric Daniels (played by Dylan Sprouse), suffering from PTSD, who unwittingly gets trapped with his teenage sister (Megan Stott) on Boston’s Tobin Memorial Bridge. The film also features Mason Gooding as the leader of the hostage-takers and Dichen Lachman in a key role.
Wild Robot – Saturday 12th April, 5:00pm on M-Net 101
Wild Robot, a 2024 film, is a DreamWorks animated film based on the popular book series by Peter Brown. The film was written and directed by Chris Sanders, known for his work on How to Train Your Dragon and Lilo & Stitch.
The talented voice cast features Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, the robot Pedro Pascal as Fink, a Fox Kit Connor as Brightbill among many others. It won the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films Saturn Award for Best Animated Film. It also received nominations at the BAFTA Film Awards for Best Animated Film, Best Children’s and Family Film, and Best Original Music.
Bangkok Storm – Saturday 12th April, 11:35pm on Zee World
This action flick hails from China and stars Louis Fan Siu-Wong in the lead role as Lin Feng, an underground boxer with a strong sense of justice. When he arrives in Bangkok aiming to win a boxing championship fairly, he inadvertently disrupts the betting schemes of a local triad boss, Cha Chai. This sets off a chain of violent events where Lin Feng is hunted, loses his memory, and eventually must confront the criminal underworld to protect himself and his loved ones.
The film also features Zaimire Aheiti, Jeff Liu, and Xiong Xinxin. Bangkok Storm is directed by Ken Yeung.
Wings – Thursday & Friday, 8:30pm on Africa Magic Showcase
Wings is a thrilling drama series currently airing on Africa Magic Showcase, DStv channel 151. The story revolves around Deino Akume, a determined investigative journalist, who gets entangled in a whirlwind romance with Yani Goma, the charismatic COO of Sun’Su Airlines, while pursuing a major scoop. The series takes us on a journey of love versus ambition, the price of truth, and the high stakes involved in the cutthroat world of big business and political intrigue.
Wings airs every Thursday and Friday at 8:30 PM on Africa Magic Showcase.
Titanic: The Digital Resurrection – Sunday 13th April, 8:00pm on National Geographic
This documentary, produced by the award-winning Atlantic Productions, utilises cutting-edge underwater scanning technology and a staggering 715,000 digital images to create the first ever full-scale, 1:1 digital twin of the wreck. This allows experts to examine the Titanic in unprecedented detail, right down to the rivets, challenging long-held theories about its sinking.
While this is a documentary relying on the analysis of the digital scans, it features insights from historians, engineers, and forensic experts who have spent two years poring over the data. However, given the pedigree of Atlantic Productions, known for their award-winning historical documentaries, this is certainly one to watch for potential recognition in the future.
Beat Bobby Flay S37 – Monday 14th April, 3:05pm on Food Network
Anticipate the Culinary battles as Beat Bobby Flay returns for its 37th season. The format remains the same: two talented chefs go head-to-head in the first round, using an ingredient chosen by Bobby himself. The winner then gets the chance to challenge Bobby in the second round, cooking their signature dish against him.
While there’s no grand cash prize directly associated with winning against Bobby in the second round, some reports suggest the challenging chef might receive a fee for appearing on the show. Expect a fresh batch of determined chefs stepping up to the plate, aiming to finally outcook the renowned Bobby Flay in intense and creative cook-offs. Foodies, this is a must-watch to see who can
Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking S1 – Sunday 13th April, 6:00pm on TLC
Hosted by the delightful James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley themselves!), Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking sees talented pairs of professional pastry chefs and cake artists conjuring up magnificent, edible showstoppers inspired by the beloved wizarding world.
Each week, these skilled bakers compete on the actual sets where the Harry Potter films were brought to life at Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, England. Their spellbinding creations are judged by the esteemed culinary experts Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef. The ultimate prize for the winning duo is the first-ever Wizards of Baking Cup and the chance to have their recipes featured in an upcoming Harry Potter cookbook.
There you have a fantastic selection of brand-new entertainment heading your way this week.
