As gloomy as reality has turned out to be lately, between our WFH weeks and anxiety-ridden weekends, sanity calls for some sort of escape that is detached from our current circumstances whatsoever.

And thinking of escape, if there is one thing that has been keeping us afloat the past month and a half, it has to be streaming some good stuff online. Now, given the uncertainties that still loom ahead of us regarding the lockdown and Indiaâs COVID-19 crisis, we decided to create a quick May watch-list that will give us all something to look forward to in the coming days...or weeks.

Here are 6 web shows that you should check out in May.

1. Paatal Lok - Amazon Prime

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This grunge, crime-thriller series works best for anyone who savours disillusionment, and finds peace in the bitter truth. Based around a society that sustains itself on class divide and thrives on crime and violence, Paatal Lok is a dark reality check of the discreet societal undercurrents which often lay ignored.

Releases on May 15, 2020.

2. Illegal - Voot Select

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Voot Selectâs latest original Illegal is a fast-paced legal drama that takes the audience through a narrative which will explore the world of lawyers and seek answers to reveal the true intent behind their battles. Do they give in to the lure of greed, ambition and power or do they fight for fair justice.

Releases on May 12, 2020

3. Mastram - MX Player

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A refreshing addition to the list, MX Playerâs Mastram is an adult comedy series set in the 80s. The series traces the story of a writer who struggles to get published, ends up giving in to the demands of the industry and starts writing erotic fantaties. He becomes famous as Mastram and all is well until he falls for a girl who hates this writer. Will Mastram be able to keep his career and love-life afloat? Find out.

Streaming on MX Player.

4. Shark Tank Season 11 - Voot Select

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If you love a good rush of entrepreneurial possibilities and love the idea of working towards financial freedom on your own terms, Shark Tank ought to be on your list. The latest season will see The Sharks - self-made, multi-millionaire and billionaire tycoons - give people a chance to build their dreams by investing in their businesses and products.

Streaming on Voot Select

5. Itâs A Dogâs Life With Bill Farmer - Disney+ Hotstar

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If you love anything and everything dogs, make sure you donât miss out on this. Disney+ Hotstarâs newest offering Itâs a Dogâs Life, hosted by the man behind Goofy and Pluto's voice, Bill Farmer, is a must watch for every dog-lover. The show takes us on a journey where along with Bill, we meet dogs who have incredible jobs which make our lives better.

Releases on May 15, 2020. 

6. Hollywood - Netflix

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Set in post-WWII Hollywood, this Netflix drama traces the lives of a few aspiring actors and filmmakers who wish to succeed in Hollywood at all cost. Every character offers a sneak peek into Hollywood's Golden Age, highlighting every form of unfairness related to race, gender and sexuality that is at work There is a lot to witness and discover in Hollywood.

Streaming on Netflix.

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