This week, OTT platforms are filled with thrilling new releases in all genres, from superhero action to regional dramas and thrilling suspense. If you're in the mood for serious storytelling, light-hearted comedy, or a dash of nostalgia, there's something for all.
One of the largest releases this week is Daredevil: Born Again, available on JioHotstar. Charlie Cox returns as Matt Murdock, the blind lawyer-turned-vigilante, who battles Wilson Fisk (Vincent D'Onofrio), who is now a candidate for mayor of New York City. The nine-episode show is a must-see for Marvel enthusiasts, introducing new challenges and darker elements to Hell's Kitchen.
Netflix is introducing two highly awaited Indian releases. Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor star in Nadaaniyan, a romantic comedy of an arranged, fake relationship that goes awry in unexpected ways. Thandel, based on true events, is the intense drama of 22 Indian fishermen taken captive in overseas waters. With Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi, this gripping drama promises great performances and high-octane emotions.
For crime-thriller lovers, Rekhachitram on SonyLIV-OTTplay Premium follows a suspended police officer given a shot at redemption when he is assigned to solve a high-profile murder case. If you’re looking for something rooted in Indian culture, Dupahiya on Prime Video offers a comedic yet socially relevant tale of a stolen red motorbike that sparks a dowry dispute in a crime-free Bihar village.
History drama lovers can watch The Waking of a Nation on SonyLIV-OTTplay Premium. Based on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, this courtroom drama is about a lawyer's battle against colonial oppression, starring Taaruk Raina and Sahil Mehta.
Fans of reality and comedy can watch Thugesh Vs The World on JioHotstar, a comedy series about YouTuber Thugesh's journey to success in the online world. Internationally, Netflix's Andrew Schulz: LIFE offers a laugh-out-loud stand-up special where the comedian tells anecdotal stories on fatherhood and IVF treatments.
For fans of Tamil action-thriller movies, Netflix's Vidaamuyarchi is a gripping road-trip thriller featuring Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, and Trisha Krishnan. Drawn from the 1997 movie Breakdown, the movie tracks a desperate husband looking for his vanished wife on the roads of Azerbaijan.
Lastly, Netflix is also debuting With Love, Meghan, a reality show starring Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in which she gives her take on cooking, gardening, and entertaining. The show offers a glimpse into Meghan's inner life, giving lifestyle advice and personal anecdotes.
With such a varied slate, there's much to anticipate across various streaming services this week.
