New Delhi: A fresh week brings a packed OTT line-up across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, Lionsgate Play, Apple TV and other platforms. From regional
films to courtroom thrillers, romantic dramas, documentaries, anime and action-packed stories, there is plenty to add to your watchlist between September 28 and October 4.
Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane and Sparsh Shrivastava return with the second season of Dupahiya, while Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi headline the courtroom thriller, Pooja Meri Jaan. Aishwarya Lekshmi and Arjun Das explore the battle between compatibility and chemistry in #Love. Other releases include Lego One Piece, Florence Pugh’s East of Eden, Karthi’s Sardar 2, Main Ladega and Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.
Here is a look at the latest movies and shows arriving on OTT platforms this week.
OTT releases of the week
Outside
Release date: September 28
Streaming on: Netflix
The Sidemen return with Outside, a wilderness-focused follow-up to their Inside series. A fresh group of content creators is sent into a forest, where they compete for a prize pot that can reach £1 million. However, the money decreases whenever contestants choose comfort over endurance. The show features Chloe Veitch, Sara Saffari, Nick Fosco, Louis Russell, Dani Babes, Kaci Jay, Ryan McCaul, Matt Morsia, Josh Larkin, Yonna Jay, Moyo Jordan Ajibade and Paige Meade.
Coyote vs. Acme
Release date: September 29
Available to buy and rent on: Prime Video, Apple TV, ZeePlex
Wile E. Coyote finally takes his long-running battle with ACME Corporation to court in this live-action and animated adventure. After years of disastrous products, he hires lawyer Kevin Avery, played by Will Forte, to take on the company. John Cena plays ACME’s corporate counsel Buddy Crane, while Lana Condor appears as Kevin’s niece and intern, Paige. The film also features several familiar Looney Tunes characters, including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Yosemite Sam and Foghorn Leghorn.
Lego One Piece
Release date: September 29
Streaming on: Netflix
The One Piece universe gets a LEGO makeover in this two-part animated special. Usopp serves as the narrator as he recounts the Straw Hat Pirates’ early adventures to Tony Tony Chopper, who joined the crew later. The live-action English cast returns for the special, including Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Mackenyu as Zoro, Emily Rudd as Nami and Jacob Romero as Usopp.
Mononoke The Movie: Chapter III – The Curse of the Serpent
Release date: September 29
Streaming on: Netflix
The Mononoke film trilogy reaches its final chapter with the return of the mysterious Medicine Seller. Set in the Ōoku, the story begins with the loss of an heir and gradually opens up a conspiracy that dates back 150 years. A serpent god emerges from the accumulated grief and passions surrounding the place. The Medicine Seller must uncover the Shape, Truth and Reason behind the supernatural threat before he can use the Sacred Sword.
Main Ladega
Release date: September 30
Streaming on: JioHotstar
Main Ladega follows a young man who escapes the trauma of domestic violence by moving to an army hostel and taking up boxing. Akash Pratap Singh plays the protagonist, who turns years of anger and pain into physical strength as he pursues a national championship. His journey is also driven by a desire to protect his mother and confront his abusive father.
Medusa season 2
Release date: September 30
Streaming on: Netflix
The Colombian telenovela returns with a second season comprising 10 episodes. Bárbara Hidalgo survived an attempt on her life and exposed the conspiracy behind it, but her family’s business empire remains surrounded by conflict. This time, a threat from within the family puts her position under pressure, while a leaked manuscript containing the AlThahabi family’s secrets threatens to expose even more.
The Widower: ‘Til Death Do Us Part
Release date: September 30
Streaming on: Netflix
This true-crime documentary follows the story of Thomas Randolph, who was married six times and whose four wives died under suspicious circumstances over three decades. A journalist and detective eventually began connecting the cases. Their investigation led towards Randolph’s conviction for the murder of his sixth wife, Sharon, as well as the man he hired to kill her. He was sentenced to at least 60 years in prison.
Crazy Rich, Incredibly Broke
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Netflix
The AlThahabi family has spent decades enjoying a powerful reputation in Riyadh, but their seemingly vast fortune disappears overnight. Rather than reveal their financial downfall, the family decides to maintain the appearance of wealth. Sultan and Alanoud enlist their children, including actor Bandar, planner Reem and their youngest daughter Lulu, to keep up an increasingly difficult performance of their former lifestyle.
Dupahiya season 2
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Prime Video
The residents of Dhadakpur are back, and this time a mobile tower becomes the centre of a fresh wave of village chaos. Banwari’s barren land is selected for the installation, prompting villagers to blame the tower for everything from illness to natural disasters. Meanwhile, Bhugol has gained popularity as an internet influencer, while Roshni has only seven days to prepare for her SSC exams. Amavas offers her a questionable shortcut, as Inspector Mithlesh begins investigating a possible scam. Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane and Sparsh Shrivastava return in the second season.
East of Eden
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Netflix
Florence Pugh leads this adaptation of John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, which explores complicated family relationships, generational trauma and rivalry. The story follows the Trask and Hamilton families while also placing greater focus on Cathy, the central anti-hero of the narrative. The cast includes Mike Faist, Christopher Abbott and Ciarán Hinds.
The Ramparts of Ice season 2
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Netflix
The second season of The Ramparts of Ice continues the story of a group of high school students as friendship begins to give way to more complicated emotions. Koyuki and Minato find themselves moving beyond their unusual friendship, while basketball player Yota gathers the courage to confess his feelings to former school idol Miki.
Sardar 2
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Prime Video
Karthi returns as the seasoned spy in Sardar 2. A new global threat pulls him back into action and puts him against dangerous adversaries in a mission where the stakes are high. The film also stars SJ Suryah and is directed by PS Mithran.
Romanchakam
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Netflix
Romanchakam follows a young entrepreneur who launches a dating startup and unexpectedly falls in love. What begins as a business venture turns into a complicated journey involving romance, humour and suspense. The film stars Sumanth Prabhas and Ananthika Sanilkumar and is directed by Venu Gopal Reddy.
Panthadikaam
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: ZEE5
Panthadikaam tells the story of Vyshakh Perambra and his journey back into sport after losing his right leg in an accident during his youth. He eventually returns as the captain of the Indian Amputee Football Team. The film stars Vyshakh Perambra and Mammooty.
Mother Promise
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: ZEE5
A promise made to his mother sends a gambler into an unexpected world of crime, comedy and chaos in Mother Promise. The Kannada film stars Dhananjaya, Poornachandra Mysuru, Chi Guru Dutt, Nagabhushana N S and Vinaya Prasad. It is directed by Poornachandra Mysore.
Mahendragiri Varahi
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Prime Video
Archaeologist and historian Rudra begins investigating the secrets surrounding an ancient Varahi temple. His search soon puts him in the path of treasure hunters, smugglers and a tantric group looking for a powerful artefact. The Telugu film features Sumanth, Sidhu Jonnalagadda, Meenakshi Goswami, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore, Rajeev Kanakala and Aishwarya Rajesh. It is directed by Santhossh Jagarlapudi.
Ameer Log
Release date: October 1
Streaming on: Sun NXT
Ameer Log brings together a group of characters dealing with money, relationships and the everyday complications of life. Their attempts to build a better future lead them into a series of comic and dramatic situations. The film stars Hari Munnangi, Sasidhar Kocharlakota, Manoj Aavula, Vedha Jalandharr, Ravan Nitturu and Sai Yogi. Soma Ramana Reddy has directed the film.
#Love
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: Netflix
Dating apps become the battleground for two rival founders in #Love. Aishwarya Lekshmi plays Tara, who believes compatibility can be calculated through her app FOUND, while Arjun Das plays Matthew, who runs Find My Bae and believes chemistry cannot be planned. The two decide to test their opposing theories through a 60-day challenge to find the perfect match. Their professional rivalry takes an unexpected turn as the experiment begins bringing them closer. The film also stars Arjun Chidambaram, Gayatri Hariharan, Harini S and Namita Krishnamurthy. It is directed by Balaji Mohan.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: JioHotstar
An unexpected romantic development turns a familiar homecoming into a source of gossip and chaos in this Malayalam romantic comedy. Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju lead the film, which revolves around the impact of an age-gap romance on a close-knit community. The story also explores the complications of living among neighbours who seem to know every detail of one’s personal life. The film is directed by Girish AD.
Doing Life
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: Netflix
Tyler Perry’s Doing Life centres on Anika, a single mother struggling to keep her family together. Her life changes when she develops an unexpected connection with Carousel, an incarcerated man, through letters. Naomi Baker plays Anika, while Jay Reeves portrays Carousel. Their correspondence gradually becomes an important source of hope and support as they deal with survival, second chances and difficult circumstances.
Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: Lionsgate Play
Dennis To plays the legendary Wing Chun master in Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend. Set in 1950s Hong Kong, the story follows Ip Man after he leaves the police force and establishes his own martial arts academy. His new life is disrupted when he becomes caught in a violent conflict involving a Western boxing gym.
Pooja Meri Jaan
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: ZEE5
Mrunal Thakur plays Pooja, whose life changes dramatically after Aniket, a man whose love she rejected, dies by suicide. She is subsequently accused of abetment and finds herself facing a criminal case. Huma Qureshi plays Sana, the defence lawyer representing Pooja. The courtroom drama follows the two women as they navigate a difficult legal battle involving grief, accusation and complicated personal relationships.
Schumacher ’94 – The Birth of a Legend
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: Netflix
This documentary looks back at the 1994 Formula 1 season that transformed Michael Schumacher into a world champion. The story revisits his journey as a 25-year-old driver carrying the expectations of a nation while dealing with the tragedies surrounding the Imola races. His wife Corinna also features in the documentary, which combines the sporting story with a more personal account of the period.
The Last First: Winter K2
Release date: October 2
Streaming on: Apple TV
Director Amir Bar-Lev takes viewers into a dangerous 2021 winter expedition to K2 in The Last First: Winter K2. The documentary follows Icelandic and Pakistani climbers as they face extreme conditions alongside influencer film crews and wealthy commercial clients. The expedition also examines the tensions created by differences in class, money and power at high altitude.
Blue Box season 2
Release date: October 4
Streaming on: Netflix
The second season of Blue Box continues the slow-burning romance between Taiki and Chinatsu while keeping their sporting ambitions at the centre of the story. Taiki continues competing in badminton, while Chinatsu pursues basketball. As they navigate their feelings and the pressures of competitive sport, the emotional stakes around their relationship continue to grow.
