Do Your Worst: A Hilariously Raw Ride Through Regret and Redemption – Approach Bollywood’s Must-Watch Pick!

By Sonu Tyagi, Founder, Approach Entertainment & Approach Bollywood

Hey Bollywood buffs and binge-watchers, it’s Sonu Tyagi here from Approach Entertainment & Approach Bollywood, dishing out my unfiltered take on Netflix’s latest gem that’s got nothing to do with song-and-dance numbers but everything to do with gut-busting laughs and those “oh crap, I’ve been there” moments. We’re talking Do Your Worst (2023), the South African comedy that’s currently slaying on Netflix (catch it here: https://www.netflix.com/title/81517420). If you’re craving a break from the masala drama and want something irreverent, raunchy, and real, this is your ticket to a wild night in.

Directed with a sharp eye for the absurd, Do Your Worst follows Sondra (brilliantly played by Shannon Esra), a washed-up actor who’s basically the poster child for “professional mess.” Picture this: a lifetime of epic bad decisions crashing down like a Bollywood villain’s elaborate plot twist, forcing her into a redemption arc that’s equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking. Teamed up with her equally chaotic bestie (Kate Liquorish stealing every scene as the voice of snarky reason) and a parade of quirky sidekicks, Sondra navigates midlife meltdowns, awkward hookups, and those bittersweet “what if” regrets that hit harder than a monsoon downpour.

What elevates this from your standard buddy comedy to a full-on emotional rollercoaster? The writing – oh man, it’s laced with that late-night humor that’s unapologetically adult (TV-MA warning: expect some delightfully dirty dialogue that’ll make you spit out your chai). It’s got the irreverent bite of a stand-up special crossed with the heartfelt chaos of Fleabag, but wrapped in a South African flair that’s refreshingly underrepresented on global screens. The cast is fire: Wayne van Rooyen brings the deadpan charm, Rea Rangaka adds layers of sly wit, and the ensemble (shoutout to Sharon Spiegel Wagner and Dorothy Ann Gould) turns every ensemble scene into comedy gold. Esra’s Sondra is a revelation – vulnerable yet viciously funny, making you root for her even as she’s self-sabotaging like it’s an Olympic sport.

Approach Bollywood’s verdict? In a sea of polished blockbusters, Do Your Worst is the gritty indie soul you didn’t know you needed. It’s raunchy enough to shock your conservative auntie, bittersweet enough to spark a late-night reflection sesh, and funny enough to have you pausing to catch your breath from laughing. Perfect for anyone hitting that midlife “plot twist” or just needing a laugh that feels earned.

Recommendation: 4.5/5 Masala Stars – Stream it now on Netflix if you’re over 18 and under the illusion that life’s all rainbows. Pair it with a stiff drink and zero regrets. Who’s watching with me? Drop your thoughts in the comments – Approach Bollywood wants to hear your worst (and best) life stories!

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Sonu Tyagi Founder, Approach Entertainment & Approach Bollywood.

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