OTT releases this week: Here’s what to watch

This week, OTT platforms have a wide array of crime dramas, rom-coms, psychological thrillers, horror movies, sci-fi adventures and family entertainers to enjoy. Streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, SonyLIV, ZEE5, and Sun NXT offer a variety of shows and movies in multiple languages to choose from, including the Tamil film DC and the English-language The Diplomat Season 4 and Telugu releases such as Sugiva and Kagitham Padavalu.

SonyLIV

DC

DC is an ultra-violent reimagining of the Devdas story, starring Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi as vengeful lovers who set out to destroy corrupt police officers that they blame for ruining their lives. DC blends a dark story with high-octane action for an updated take on the tragic romance, perfect for fans of gritty crime dramas.

ZEE5

Aasha

Aasha follows the life of an elderly widow and her two daughters who are affected by a roadside altercation that turns their lives upside down. After the woman formally reports the reckless man to the police, the family is faced with a difficult situation. The psychological drama also offers a character-driven look at female empowerment and what it means to stand up for yourself.

The Invite

Directed by Olivia Wilde, The Invite sees a struggling couple’s marriage turn upside down when an adventurous husband-and-wife duo unexpectedly visit for dinner. What started as a dinner party soon turns into an eye-opening experience for the couple as they discover their relationship is not as perfect as they thought, offering a humorous take on marital affairs and awkward get-togethers with surprising twists.

JioHotstar

Kappi Squad

Kappi Squad follows the misadventures of four friends who leave their nine-to-five jobs to open a café and pursue their dreams, only for the reality of running a business to hit them hard. As the friends struggle financially and face other hardships, the film offers a heartwarming look at friendship and the bittersweet taste of entrepreneurship, with some laughs along the way.

Disclosure Day

Directed by Steven Spielberg, Disclosure Day sees a TV meteorologist and a computer whiz stumble on clues to an alien conspiracy. As they get closer to unveiling the truth, they find themselves in the crosshairs of a secretive government agency that will stop at nothing to keep the secret buried. The sci-fi film also asks what would happen if the existence of aliens became public knowledge and how it would change human history.

Zip Wire

Zip Wire follows a researcher whose groundbreaking medical research makes her the target of dangerous people willing to kill to get their hands on it. Forced to flee for help, the protagonist finds herself in the Italian Dolomites, where she must conquer her fear of heights in order to survive. Combining a thrilling chase with pulse-pounding danger, the film puts its protagonist in a desperate race against time to protect her life-saving research.

Netflix

Enna Vilai

Enna Vilai, starring Karunas and Nimisha Sajayan, follows the life of a fisherman who gets caught in a web of lies after falsely accused of stealing a golden medallion from the sea. Forced to fight a corrupt system to prove his innocence, the film examines how far ordinary people would go to protect themselves from powerful interests without losing their morals and self-belief in the process.

The Diplomat — Season 4

In the fourth season of The Diplomat , Keri Russell reprises her role as the US ambassador who gets caught in a deadly game of espionage and deceit. As she strives to maintain peace in a politically unstable world, the ambassador must navigate through political intrigues, personal vendettas and threats to national security, including nuclear blackmail.

Sacrifice

Sacrifice stars an ensemble cast including Chris Evans, Anya Taylor-Joy, Vincent Cassel, John Malkovich and Salma Hayek in a celebration of life that goes terribly wrong when a group of radical environmental cultists hijack a glamorous celebrity event. As the stars attempt to deal with the bizarre situation, one lucky (or unlucky) celebrity finds himself front and centre when the cultists need a sacrifice to continue their twisted rituals.

The Trap

Based on the bestselling novel by Melanie Raabe, The Trap is a six-part limited series about a reclusive writer who becomes obsessed with finding out who murdered her sister. Despite being haunted by the tragedy for the last decade, the private investigator spends her days in the house where the murder took place, trying to piece together what happened on the fateful night.

Evil Dead Burn

The sixth installment in the Evil Dead horror movie franchise follows a woman seeking refuge and support at her in-laws’ house. However, the demonic forces unleashed by the Book of the Dead soon turn the household into a battleground as the evil entity preys on the family. Capturing the same spirit of relentless terror as its predecessors, Evil Dead Burn promises to deliver more scares for fans of the iconic series.

Amazon Prime Video

Love of Your Life

Starring Margaret Qualley, Love of Your Life explores the complex relationships of a young adult as they grapple with the harsh realities of loss and the devastating effects of grief on a heart that is longing to love and be loved again.

Sun NXT

Kagitham Padavalu

The Telugu romantic drama Kagitham Padavalu, starring Vardhan Gurrala and Krishna Priya, is available to stream on Sun NXT as of September 18, 2026, following its theatrical premiere. Directed by MGR Thukaram, the film is inspired by real life and based on age-old rivalries and prejudices between two villages in the Godavari region, offering a slice-of-life look at the societal issues that continue to plague rural communities.

Aha

Sugriva

Sugriva, a family entertainer starring Balu Charan, Kajal Tiwari and Sai Krupa, balances drama, suspense, action and an emotional look at parenthood. Directed by Narthu Chiranjeevi and produced by M. Pavan Kumar under the SGSV Movies banner, the film’s narrative revolves around the struggles of a father and the complex dynamics of domestic relationships, with several plot twists and turns to keep viewers engaged. After its theatrical run, Sugiva offers Telugu-speaking audiences another feel-good movie to enjoy at home.

This week, OTT viewers can enjoy a variety of crime dramas, rom-coms, psychological thrillers, horror movies, sci-fi adventures and family entertainers. For those who enjoy a good chase, DC and Enna Vilai offer vengeful tales of corruption and wrongful accusations, while The Diplomat Season 4 delves into the murky waters of international politics and intrigue. Sci-fi fans can enjoy the existential questions posed in Disclosure Day and VisionQuest, while horror enthusiasts can satisfy their cravings with Evil Dead Burn. For those who like their romantic dramedies with a touch of suspense, Aaha’s Sugiva and Sun NXT’s Kagitham Padavalu are perfect feel-good movies for the whole family to enjoy.

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Suhas Sistu, born in a family with education background, brought up with good principles and education. Though, coming from Engineering backdrop, his love towards language and passion towards cinema made him to pursue career in film journalism. Started his career as a freelance content writer for some Youtube channels, he later joined HANS India as a translator. From translator to Reporter/Sr. Sub-Editor, his journey is continuing in our organisation.

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