This weekend brings a variety of new films and web series for Indian audiences, in multiple languages such as Tamil, Hindi and Telugu. With fresh drops across OTT platforms like SonyLIV, SunNXT, Zee5, Prime Video and Jio Hotstar alongside theatrical premieres. From supernatural comedies and emotional family dramas to socio-political entertainers, the lineup reflects the diversity of Indian cinema today.
OTT Highlights of The Week:
1) House Mates (Tamil)
Platform: Zee5
House Mates is a supernatural horror-comedy that follows a newlywed couple who discover eerie secrets in their new home. Starring Darshan, Arsha Chandni Baiju, Kaali Venkat, and Vinothini Vaidyanathan, the film promises a unique story and an equal measure of humor with spookiness.
2) Mahavatar Narasimha (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam)
Platform: Netflix
Following the massive box office success, Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Hombale Films alongslide Kleem Productions, debuts on Netflix. The film draws from the Vishnu Purana, Narasimha Purana, Shrimad Bhagavata Purana, telling the story of Prahlad’s devotion and Lord Vishnu’s fierce incarnation in the face of evil.
3) Indra (Tamil)
Platform: SunNXT
Indra tells the story of a police officer who loses his eyesight while trying to solve the murder of his wife. With a cast led by Vasanth Ravi and Mehreen Prizada, this crime thriller blends mystery with personal drama.
4) Police Police (Tamil)
Platform: JioHotstar
Police Police, a Tamil crime-drama series starring Mirchi Senthil, Jayaseelan, and Shabana, is a blend of action, humor, and investigation, following the tense relationship between a cop and a thief whose lives become entangled
5) The Ba***ds of Bollywood
Platform: Netflix
Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has been released on Netflix. The seven-episode satirical drama, produced by Gowri Khan’s Red Chilies Entertainment, offers a genre-blending, behind-the-scenes take on Bollywood and has already generated wide discussions and reviews. The series stars a huge lineup of actors including Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol, Lakshya Lalwani, Sahher Bambba and many more.
6) The Trial (Season 2)
Platform: JioHotstar
Kajol returns as Noyonika Sengupta in The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha Season 2, a high-stakes legal drama that premieres on JioHotstar on 19 September 2025. The series which follows Noyonika’s courtroom battles and personal struggles after her family is rocked by scandal drops its new season on the platform and has been widely promoted with an official trailer.
Theatrical Highlights of The Week:
1) Shakthi Thirumagan (Tamil)
Hitting theatres on 19th September, Shakthi Thirumagan is a political entertainer directed by Arun Prabu. With Vijay Antony and Trupthi Ravindra in lead roles, the film aims to mirror real-life socio-political issues while delivering a dose of entertainment. The film is being distributed by Malik Streams Corporation in Malaysia.
2) Kiss (Tamil)
Tamil romantic comedy film Kiss, directed by Satish Krishnan in his debut, is set for a theatrical release on 19th September. The movie explores a storyline where the lead character, known for disapproving public displays of affection (PDA), finds himself unexpectedly falling in love, leading to humorous conflicts. The film stars Kavin, Preethi Asrani, Prabhu, VTV Ganesh and Devayani. The film is being distributed by FST in Malaysia.
3) Thandakaaranyam (Tamil)
Starring Dinesh and Kalaiyarasan, this Tamil action-thriller directed by Athiyan Athirai is set for release on 19 September 2025 in theatres. The film features an ensemble cast including Riythvika, Vinsu Sam, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Bala Saravanan, among others. The film is being distributed by FST in Malaysia.
With horror-comedies, mysteries, emotional dramas, and political entertainers all releasing this week, Indian audiences have plenty of choices across OTT platforms and theatres. Whether you prefer streaming at home or watching on the big screen, these new titles highlight the breadth and creativity of Indian cinema today. So what are you waiting for? Plan your weekend movie with your loved ones!
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