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Mumbai, December 4 - The year 2025 has been decent for Indian cinema on streaming platforms, with several titles finding audiences beyond traditional theatrical circuits. Interestingly, most films on the list were released in theatres first, with very few direct OTT releases, showcasing the importance of the big screen. Among non-Netflix releases, Akshay Kumar's Kesari: Chapter 2 has emerged as the undisputed OTT champion of the year so far, clocking over 18 million views. Originally released in April, the film also became a major box office success. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In second place is Rajinikanth's Coolie, delivering an impressive 17+ million views. Close behind, the pan-India mega-hit Kantara: Chapter 1 continues to dominate with over 13 million views, slightly edging out Housefull 5. Family entertainer Tourist Family holds the fifth spot, maintaining steady popularity across demographics. The middle of the list features Sarzameen, followed by the Malayalam hit Lokah: Chapter 1, both crossing the 10-million mark—an indicator of their strong OTT reach. table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 16px 0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; } thead th { background: #e8f0ff; padding: 10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #d6dff2; } tbody td { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #d6dff2; } tbody tr:nth-child(odd) { background: #f7faff; } # Title Language OTT Views (Millions) 1Kesari: Chapter 2Hindi18+ M 2CoolieTamil17.50+ M 3Kantara: Chapter 1Kannada13.70+ M 4Housefull 5Hindi13.50+ M 5Tourist FamilyTamil13+ M 6SarzameenHindi10.70+ M 7Lokah: Chapter 1Malayalam10.50+ M 8Bhool Chuk MaafHindi8.60+ M 9ThudarumMalayalam8.50+ M 10Veera Dheera Sooran 2Tamil7.70+ M Note: Estimated views based on various sources. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, November 12 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's courtroom comedy drama Jolly LLB 3, co-starring Arshad Warsi, has completed its successful box office run with over 170 crores worldwide. The movie emerged as a hit and is now set to drop digitally this week. As per the latest reports, the Subhash Kapoor's directorial will be available to stream online from November 14, after completing 8 weeks of theatrical run. But there is a big twist in the OTT release of the movie, which is expected to draw solid viewership. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, Jolly LLB 3 is expected to stream on two platforms - JioHotstar and Netflix. Both platforms were reportedly mentioned in the opening slate of the movie. It is, however, not yet clear if the movie will stream on both platforms simultaneously or will arrive on one streaming platform first and on the other after a few weeks. This is one of the rare instances when a theatrical film releases on two platforms. Recently, John Abraham's thriller, Tehran, dropped on Zee5 on August 14, and two weeks later, it was also released on Netflix on August 28. Jolly LLB 3 might follow the same route. OTT platforms haven't been successful in attracting Indian audiences to their expectations, especially after cinemas started functioning to their full capacity. It is said that OTTs are now increasingly adopting the content rights sharing model due to rising costs. Produced by Star Studio18 and Kangra Talkies, Jolly LLB 3 stars Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, in their returning roles as Jollys, along with Saurabh Shukla, Amrita Rao, and Huma Qureshi, from the first two films. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, November 7 - Ahead of the premiere, Netflix has unveiled the first five minutes of the highly anticipated 5th and final season of sci-fi horror thriller series Stranger Things. The sneak peek takes viewers straight back to Hawkins, 1983 – the night everything began when Will Byers first went missing. The scene replays the fateful evening of Will Byers' disappearance into the eerie, forested landscape of the Upside Down. Will, alone and terrified, flees through the dark woods as the monstrous Demogorgon closes in. In the chilling closing moments of the video, Vecna returns, confronting Will with a sinister promise, "At long last, we can begin. You and I, we're going to do such beautiful things together." (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) These five minutes have set the expectations high for Stranger Things 5, which is being described as the show's most intense and emotional season yet. Hawkins is now under military quarantine after what happened in season 4. As the anniversary of Will's disappearance looms, a new and deadlier darkness threatens to consume the town and world once more. Season 5 of the blockbuster series will be released in three volumes, with the first four episodes dropping on November 26, followed by the next three on December 25 and the final episode on December 31. The final season brings back Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and her friends as they battle Vecna one last time. It promises high-octane moments as Elven and friends promise to find Vecna to end this suffering for once and all, while he is planning to end this world. Stay tuned...

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This week’s OTT lineup brings a thrilling mix of fresh releases and binge-worthy web series across major platforms. From gripping supernatural thrillers like Baramulla and Frankenstein, to family fun in Despicable Me 4 and Marvel’s Fantastic 4: First Steps, there’s something for every taste. Fans of romance and holiday cheer can catch Bad Girl, Kiss, and Finding Joy, while web series enthusiasts have an exciting mix of comedy, legal drama, and historical storytelling with I Love LA, All’s Fair, Heweliusz, and The Bad Guys: Breaking In. OTT Release This Week Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Bad girl Romance Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi Jio Hotstar November 4, 2025 Bad Girl follows Ramya, a young woman growing from her school years into adulthood, as she struggles with strict parents, societal norms and her own desires for freedom. She dreams of love and independence, but every step is checked by expectations—until she decides to rewrite the rules of her own life. Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Fantastic 4 :First steps Superhero / Action English , Telugu, Tamil, Hindi Jio Hotstar November 5, 2025 The film introduces Marvel’s First Family—Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm and Ben Grimm—set in a retro‑futuristic 1960s world, as they balance new powers, family ties and an imminent cosmic threat. When planet‑devouring god Galactus and his Herald Silver Surfer appear, the team must unite to defend Earth and protect each other Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Finding Joy Drama English Prime Video Nov 5,2025, 2025 Joy, a talented yet under‑appreciated New York fashion designer, follows her crush to snowy Colorado hoping for holiday magic. When a surprise revelation and a fierce snowstorm leave her stranded, a serendipitous encounter with Ridge opens her heart — and her life — to second chances in love and purpose Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Despicable Me 4 Animation English Netflix November 5 , 2025 Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run. Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Kiss Romantic Comedy Tamil Zee5 November 7,2025 A cynical musician gains a supernatural power — whenever he sees a couple kiss, he foresees their future. But when he envisions a tragic fate for the woman he loves, he embarks on a mission to rewrite destiny and salvage their love. Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Frankenstein Sci-Fi / Thriller Eng,Tamil, Telugu,Hindi Netflix November 7, 2025 In this Gothic re‑imagining by Guillermo del Toro, brilliant but obsessed scientist Victor Frankenstein (played by Oscar Isaac) brings a patch‑worked creature (Jacob Elordi) into life, only to face catastrophic consequences as creator and creation spiral into tragedy. The film explores ambition, identity and what it means to be human — all set against a hauntingly beautiful gothic backdrop. Movie Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Baramulla Horror/Thriller English Netflix November 7 , 2025 Baramulla (2025) is a supernatural thriller on Netflix from 7 November. Manav Kaul stars as a police officer investigating missing children in Kashmir, where eerie events begin to threaten his own family, blending crime, folklore, and psychological suspense. Webseries Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date I Love LA Comedy/Romance English Jio Hotstar November 3, 2025 An ensemble comedy on HBO, it follows Maia (Rachel Sennott), a budding manager in L.A., who takes on her former best friend Tallulah (Odessa A'zion) — now a social influencer — just as both their lives start colliding with the city’s ruthless ambition, online fame and personal relationships. The show explores how time apart, friendship, success and social‑media‑driven goals change people. Webseries Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date All's Fair Legal Drama English Jio Hotstar November 4, 2025 The show centres on a powerhouse team of women who quit their male‑dominated law firm in Los Angeles to start their own boutique practice specialising in high‑stakes divorce cases. With themes of betrayal, ambition, loyalty and redemption, they juggle fierce courtroom battles and equally dramatic personal lives — all while fiercely re‑writing the rules of the game. Webseries Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date Heweliusz Historical Drama English Netflix November 5, 2025 Heweliusz dramatizes the tragic sinking of the Polish ferry MS Jan Heweliusz during a fierce Baltic Sea storm in January 1993. The series follows survivors battling the storm, rescue teams racing against time, and the families left behind struggling with grief and uncertainty. Alongside the disaster, it explores institutional failures, human resilience, and the search for accountability in the aftermath of one of Poland’s worst maritime tragedies. Webseries Genre Language OTT Platform Release Date The Bad Guys: Breaking In Animation English Netflix November 6, 2025 Before they became the infamous crew from the films, this animated prequel follows the gang as they try to “break into the bad guy business” — led by Wolf, the team attempts bold heists to land on the “Worst of the Worst” list, but they’re still hilariously incompetent at being bad. Whether you’re in the mood for suspense, heartwarming stories, or action-packed adventures, this week’s OTT releases promise entertainment for all kinds of audiences. With Netflix, Jio Hotstar, Prime Video, and Zee5 offering a diverse mix of movies and web series, viewers can enjoy big-screen experiences from the comfort of home this OTT-packed weekend of 2025.

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Mumbai, October 30 - Netflix drops the trailer of the highly-awaited final sci-fi horror thriller show Stranger Things 5, ahead of its premiere on November 26. The finale of the blockbuster series will be released in three volumes, with the first four episodes dropping on November 26, followed by the next three on December 25 and the final episode on December 31. The final season brings back Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and her friends as they battle Vecna one last time. The trailer promises high-octane moments as Elven and friends promise to find Vecna to end this suffering for once and all, while he is planning to end this world. English trailer Created by the Duffer Brothers, the show stars Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Joe Keery, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Brett Gelman, Jamie Campbell Bower, Cara Buono, Amybeth McNulty, Nell Fisher, Jake Connelly, Alex Breaux, and Linda Hamilton. Hindi trailer Tamil trailer Stay tuned...

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Bengaluru, October 27 - The exhibitors of Karnataka finally had a moment of joy this year with Rishab Shetty-fronted Kantara Chapter 1 doing excellent business and bringing people to theatres in big numbers. They were hoping for more to come, but their happiness has been cut short by a disappointing and questionable move by the makers. Despite the film continuing its very good run and showing remarkable stability across regions, the team has decided to drop it on the OTT platform much sooner than expected. At a time when almost every South Indian film is dropping on OTT after just four weeks of its theatrical release, Kantara Chapter 1 had the perfect chance to break the trend. The Rishab Shetty directorial was still performing excellently at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down even in its fourth weekend. With a strong hold and exceptional word of mouth, the film was well on its way to extending its glorious run and setting new benchmarks for long theatrical sustainability in the post-pandemic era. In its fourth weekend alone, the film grossed over 30 crores domestically, with nearly half of that coming from the Kannada version. These are solid numbers for a film that opened to massive numbers in its initial week, proving its continued dominance and audience connection. A longer exclusive theatrical run could have easily pushed the film's lifetime total significantly higher, adding many more crores to its already stellar tally. However, the makers have now officially confirmed the film's OTT release. The period folk actioner will drop on Amazon Prime Video on October 31st in Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil versions, four weeks after its release. This decision comes across as both disappointing and questionable, especially considering the film's ongoing momentum at the ticket windows. In opting for an early digital release, the team may have left considerable box office potential untapped, undermining what could have been an even more historic run. Beyond the numbers, this move also affects exhibitors, particularly in Karnataka, where Kantara Chapter 1 has been a saviour amid a dull theatrical year. A longer theatrical run would have benefited both the film's legacy and the local theatre chains, reinforcing the power of strong content to sustain on the big screen. Instead, this shortened window feels like a missed opportunity for both the industry and the film's makers, and more importantly, for the theatre ecosystem, which has been struggling this year in Karnataka. Stay tuned...

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The week of October 20 – 26 brings a dynamic mix of theatrical hits making their way to OTT platforms — They Call Him OG, Param Sundari, Mirage and Sakthi Thirumagan. Each title stands apart in tone, scale, and storytelling style, offering something for every streaming mood. They Call Him OG Release Date: October 23, 2025 OTT Platform: Netflix Genre: Action / Gangster Drama Cast: Pawan Kalyan, Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Arjun Das Highlight: With a massive box-office haul of around ₹ 293.65 Cr and one of the biggest openings of 2025, They Call Him OG delivers a power-packed mix of style, emotion, and scale. Directed by Sujeeth, the film stands out for its slick visuals, Thaman’s pulsating score, and Pawan Kalyan’s electrifying presence — a must-watch for lovers of gritty underworld sagas. Param Sundari Release Date: October 24, 2025 OTT Platform: Prime Video Genre: Romantic Comedy Cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Janhvi Kapoor, Manjot Singh, Sanjay Kapoor Highlight: Collecting over ₹ 84.26 Cr worldwide, this breezy romance brings a refreshing pairing of Sidharth and Janhvi to the screen. Set against the scenic backdrop of Kerala, Param Sundari charms with its playful chemistry, colorful frames, and foot-tapping soundtrack — making it a delightful watch for fans of modern rom-coms. Mirage Release Date: October 20, 2025 OTT Platform: SonyLIV Genre: Mystery / Thriller Cast: Asif Ali, Aparna Balamurali, Sampath Raj, Deepak Parambol Highlight: Directed by Jeethu Joseph, this tightly-woven Malayalam thriller earned ₹5.3 crore in India Net and was praised for its smart storytelling and unpredictable twists. Mirage offers an immersive, cerebral experience that rewards patient viewers with a gripping payoff — perfect for fans of intelligent suspense cinema. Sakthi Thirumagan Release Date: October 24, 2025 OTT Platform: JioHotstar Genre: JioHotstar Cast: Vijay Antony, Vagai Chandrasekhar, Sunil Kripalani, Trupthi Ravindra Highlight: Grossing around ₹9.3 crore at the box office, this socially-charged drama blends mass action with a political message. Director Arun Prabu crafts a raw, emotional narrative anchored by Vijay Antony’s intense performance. Sakthi Thirumagan is a compelling watch for those drawn to stories of power, justice, and rebellion. This week’s OTT lineup stands out for its range and variety, offering a film for every mood. From the high-octane energy of They Call Him OG and the charming romance of Param Sundari to the suspenseful depth of Mirage and Vijay Antony’s powerful dual outings in Sakthi Thirumagan, audiences are in for a rewarding week of entertainment. Each film brings something different — action, drama, or suspense — giving viewers a simple and enjoyable mix of stories to watch at home. For the complete list of upcoming OTT releases, visit Latest OTT Movie Releases

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Hyderabad, October 14 - Powerstar Pawan Kalyan’s gangster action thriller They Call Him OG is all set for its digital premiere. Directed by Sujeeth, the high-octane entertainer is nearing the end of its theatrical run after emerging as the biggest grosser of Pawan Kalyan's career at the worldwide box office. Produced by DVV Entertainment, They Call Him OG has grossed approximately 290 crore globally so far, and will miss the 300 crore milestone. Despite that, the film has turned out to be a strong box office success, marking Pawan Kalyan's first 200-crore film and his most successful outing in years. According to the latest official announcement, the movie will begin streaming on Netflix from October 23 in all languages - Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. Having been released in theatres on September 25, the film follows the standard 28-day theatrical window before heading to digital platforms. The South Indian films continue to stick with a 4-week theatrical window despite the criticism from the trade and media, as they believe the short window is not sufficient, as it cuts short the full box office potential of a movie. The film stars Pawan Kalyan in the titular role, alongside an ensemble cast including Emraan Hashmi (in his Telugu film debut), Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy, Prakash Raj, Abhimanyu Singh, Sudev Nair and Harish Uthaman. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, October 10 - The wait for Netflix's science fiction horror drama Stranger Things 5 just got even more intense. The blockbuster series is gearing up for its grand finale, and the newly revealed episode runtimes have sent fans into a frenzy. Ross Duffer, who co-created the Netflix juggernaut with his brother Matt Duffer, revealed the length of the first four episodes for the final season of the show on his Instagram account on Monday. The Season 5 premiere, The Crawl, will run for one hour and 8 minutes; Episode 2 will run 54 minutes; Episode 3 will run one hour and 6 minutes; and Episode 4 will run one hour and 23 minutes. The official runtime, however, refutes viral social media posts that have claimed that every episode of Season 5 would run at least 90 minutes long. Some reports also claimed that the last couple of episodes will clock nearly 3 hours of runtime. The Duffer Brothers reportedly captured over 650 hours of footage this time. "This is our biggest and most ambitious season yet. It’s like eight blockbuster movies," said creator Matt Duffer in an earlier interview. The budget of the show is another jaw-dropping aspect of it. Per reports, each episode of Stranger Things Season 5 costs $50 to $60 million ( Rs 450 crore - Rs 550 crore) to make. Though it is not the costliest show, the kind of money involved in it is something you'd expect from big-screen productions, not TV. The season will release in three volumes, with Volume 1, consisting of four episodes, streaming from November 26, followed by Volume 2 (three episodes), releasing on December 25 (Merry Christmas, Hawkins style), while Volume 3 – The grand finale, just one epic episode, dropping on December 31. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, September 4 - Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan made his directorial debut with Netflix's satirical action comedy drama series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. Aryan also created and co-wrote the series, which has been making noise on social media. Despite the huge hype and several cameos of Bollywood superstars and directors, including Shah Rukh Khan, The Ba***ds of Bollywood debuted at number 4 in the non-English category on Netflix. The series scored 2.8 million views in its opening weekend. The show has been trending at number 1 in 9 countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Maldives, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Mauritius. The series is 5 hours and 12 minutes long, which helped the streamer score 14.8 million viewing hours. The viewership of the series is decent, but not up to the sky-high expectations, especially considering the top-tier cameos of SRK, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, SS Rajamouli, Emraan Hashmi, Karan Johar, and many others. Produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, the series stars Bobby Deol, Lakshya Lalwani, Raghav Juyal, Sahher Bambba, Anya Singh, Manoj Pahwa, Manish Chaudhari, Rajat Bedi, Meherzan Mazda, Divik Sharma, Mona Singh, Gautami Kapoor, Vijayant Kohli, Neville Bharucha, and Armaan Khera, in prominent roles. The series follows actor Aasmaan Singh from Delhi, whose successful debut under producer Freddy Sodawallah leads to a role opposite Karishma Talvar in Karan Johar's film, but he must contend with Freddy's multi-film contract, interference from Karishma's father, Ajay Talvar, emerging romance, and unforeseen complications. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, September 19 - Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films Mahavatar Narsimha has completed its glorious box office run, emerging as the biggest Indian animated blockbuster of all-time by a massive margin. The movie is directed by Ashwin Kumar. The first film in the 7-part planned Mahavatar Cinematic Universe was released amid low hype, but it did well at the box office was unthinkable. Made on a modest budget of around 10-15 crores, the movie went on to become one of the highest-grossing titles of the year with over 300 crores worldwide. After completing its dream run, Mahavatar Narsimha began streaming on Netflix on September 19. It has been in theatres for 8 weeks, which is mandatory for a Hindi film. Unlike rumours, it is originally in the Hindi language and was premiered in Hindi at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in 2024. Netflix acquired the film's post-theatrical streaming rights for all languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil versions. It has started streaming at 12:30 PM today. This is one of the first Indian animated films for the streamer. Watch Mahavatar Narsimha, out now, on Netflix.#MahavatarNarsimhaOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/JS46QjjxuU— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) September 19, 2025 Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, September 17 - After scripting history at the box office, debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda's romantic drama Saiyaara continues to wave its magic as it has taken Netflix by storm by emerging as the number 1 non-English movie worldwide this past week. Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara started streaming on Netflix from 12 September after completing the mandatory 8-week theatrical run. Despite the majority of its target audience having already watched it in theatres, the film has soared to number 1 on the streamer with 3.7 million (37 lakh) views in the first 3 days. With 3.7 million views or 9.3 million viewing hours, Saiyaara is among the most-watched Indian films in the first weekend on Netflix this year. It is also trending at the number 1 in 9 countries this week, including India, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Mauritius, while trending in the top 10 in 15 countries. It has been observed in the past that those films have fared better on Netflix, which did better at the box office, than those which began streaming directly, and Saiyaara, with a solid start, has proved that again. This is probably one of the main reasons why streamers have started refusing to take most of the films directly and wait for the box office validation to acquire them. Saiyaara, meanwhile, has been a box office breakout of the year. Made on a medium-range budget of around 50 crores, this Yash Raj Films production stunned the trade with its phenomenal box office run. The movie finished its theatrical journey with over 570 crores worldwide as the highest-grossing romantic Indian film of all-time and one of the highest-grosser of the year. Stay tuned...