Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta is a documentary about Brazilian pop star Anitta, set to release on Netflix on March 6, 2025, at 1:30 PM IST (midnight PST). Directed by João Wainer and Pedro Cantelmo, it is produced by Ginga Pictures. Felipe Britto and Melanie Chapaval Lebensztajn serve as executive producers. The film offers a close-up view of Anitta’s life offstage.
The documentary follows Anitta, whose real name is Larissa de Macedo Machado, as she navigates fame and personal struggles. It shows her rise from Rio de Janeiro’s Honório Gurgel neighborhood to global stardom. The story highlights her dual identity—Anitta the performer and Larissa the person—and her search for happiness.
Filmed over three years, it captures key moments like her Coachella set and MTV VMA wins. The documentary features her emotional journey, seen through the eyes of a childhood friend. It focuses on Larissa’s challenges and her efforts to balance success with a personal life.
Release Date and Time of Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta
Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta premieres on Netflix on March 6, 2025, at 1:30 PM IST, matching midnight PST. Netflix releases content globally at 12:00 AM PST, adjusting for local time zones. As confirmed by Netflix Tudum, it launches exclusively on Netflix. There are no plans for it to appear on other platforms after release, following Netflix’s standard model for originals. The documentary is a single film, not a series, so it’s a one-time drop.
Streaming requires a Netflix subscription. In India, plans start at ₹149/month (mobile-only) and go up to ₹649/month (Premium, 4K support). In the U.S., it’s $6.99/month (Standard with ads) to $22.99/month (Premium). These prices are current as of March 2025, per Netflix’s site. Subscribers can watch instantly on release day with no extra fees.
Here’s the release schedule across time zones, based on the midnight PST launch:
| Time Zone | Date | Time |
| PST (Pacific) | March 6, 2025 | 12:00 AM |
| EST (Eastern) | March 6, 2025 | 3:00 AM |
| GMT (Greenwich) | March 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM |
| IST (India) | March 6, 2025 | 1:30 PM |
| BRT (Brazil) | March 6, 2025 | 5:00 AM |
Since it’s a standalone documentary, there’s no episode schedule. It runs about 1 hour and 40 minutes, according to IMDb.
Plot of Larissa: The Other Side of Anitta
The documentary centers on Larissa de Macedo Machado, known worldwide as Anitta. It tracks her evolution from a young singer in Rio’s working-class streets to a Latin music icon. Shot from the perspective of Pedro Cantelmo, a childhood crush turned co-director, it uncovers her private side.
The film spans three years, showing her grappling with fame’s toll—physical exhaustion and emotional lows—while chasing personal fulfillment. It includes raw moments of vulnerability alongside triumphs like her Grammy nominations and Carnival performances. Per Netflix Tudum, it’s about Larissa reclaiming her life as Anitta soars globally.
Source: Netflix
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