Netflix is kicking off January with a power-packed slate that has crime thrillers, swoony romances, courtroom dramas, and royal scandals all lined up. Whether you love decoding murders, falling in love on vacation, or diving into lavish period dramas, your watchlist is about to get very crowded. Let’s dive in!
10 New Movies & Shows Releasing on Netflix This January We Are Super Excited About
1. Haq – January 2
Inspired by the landmark Shah Bano case, Haq is a powerful courtroom drama exploring women’s rights, personal law, and social justice. Starring Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi, the film blends intense legal battles with emotional depth.
2. Land of Sin – January 2
When a teenager mysteriously disappears, a troubled detective with personal stakes in the case steps in. What unfolds is a gripping investigation tangled with old family feuds, fierce loyalties, and buried secrets. Dark, intense, and perfect for thriller lovers.
3. De De Pyaar De 2 – January 9
Ashish and Ayesha return with more awkward family situations, emotional complications, and laughs. This sequel dives deeper into modern relationships while keeping the humour intact. Love is messy – and that’s the fun of it.
4. Alpha Males – January 9
The boys are back – and masculinity is still confused. From fatherhood struggles and faith crises to AI lovers and the hunt for the ultimate man cave, the four friends continue navigating modern life with hilarious consequences. Funny, awkward, and painfully relatable.
5. People We Meet on Vacation – January 9
Poppy lives for spontaneity. Alex survives on spreadsheets. After years of summer vacations together, these polar opposites start wondering if their friendship hides something more. Based on Emily Henry’s bestseller, this is comfort romance with major heart feels.
6. Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials – January 15
A glamorous country house party takes a deadly turn, and a sharp-witted young aristocrat decides to play detective. This stylish adaptation brings classic Christie charm, clever twists, and whodunit drama straight to your screen.
7. Can This Love Be Translated? – January 16
A celebrity. An interpreter. A world tour. As emotions get lost (and found) in translation, sparks fly across cultures and countries. Sweet, scenic, and emotionally rich – this romance asks whether love really needs words.
8. Tere Ishk Mein – January 23 (Tentative)
After its theatrical release in November 2025, this romantic drama is expected to arrive on Netflix by late January. Emotional, intense, and driven by love and longing – keep an eye out for confirmation.
9. Taskaree – January 14
Set in the high-stakes world of airport customs, Taskaree follows Superintendent Arjun Meena as he takes on ruthless international smuggling syndicates. Led by Emraan Hashmi, the series blends edge-of-the-seat operations with complex moral dilemmas and life-altering decisions. Created by Neeraj Pandey, this intense drama promises grit, tension, and high-octane storytelling.
10. Bridgerton – Season 4, Part 1 (January 29)
Dear reader, it’s Benedict Bridgerton’s turn. The bohemian second son finally takes centre stage when he encounters a mysterious Lady in Silver at his mother’s masquerade ball. Expect slow-burn romance, scandalous glances, and lavish drama – because Bridgerton never disappoints.
We are super-excited! Are you?