This week’s OTT releases bring a powerful mix of action, emotion, suspense, and real-life drama. From intense courtroom battles and political thrillers to emotional journeys and survival stories, every platform has something new to offer. Whether you’re looking for edge-of-the-seat thrillers or heartwarming tales, these fresh titles are perfect for your weekend binge.
1. Court Kacheri (SonyLIV – August 13)
Param Mathur is expected to follow in the footsteps of his lawyer father. As he enters the legal world, he faces difficult cases, moral challenges, and the pressure of family expectations. This legal drama explores his journey of balancing personal dreams with the realities of the court.
2. Tehran (ZEE5 – August 14)
After a bombing near the Israeli embassy in Delhi in 2012, ACP Rajeev Kumar is sent to Tehran for a secret mission. Trapped in political power games and deadly threats, he must uncover the truth while fighting to stay alive. With John Abraham in the lead, this gripping thriller is packed with action, twists, and high-stakes drama.
3. JSK – Janaki V v/s State of Kerala (ZEE5 – August 15)
Janaki Vidhyadharan’s trip to her hometown turns into a nightmare when she is sexually assaulted. She fights for justice, but her struggle becomes harder when a skilled lawyer defends the accused. This Malayalam legal drama is filled with emotion, intense courtroom scenes, and a powerful story of courage and determination.
4. Saare Jahan Se Accha (Netflix – August 13)
In the 1970s, intelligence officer Vishnu Shankar is in a race to stop a dangerous nuclear plan. Facing a smart rival spy from across the border, he must use his skills, courage, and quick thinking to protect the nation. Full of action, suspense, and mind games, this spy drama shows how patriotism and clever strategy can change the fate of a country.
5. Young Millionaires (Netflix – August 13)
Four teenagers from Marseille win €17 million in the lottery, and their lives change overnight. What starts as happiness soon turns into fights, jealousy, and secrets that threaten their friendship. This French teen drama shows how sudden money can bring both dreams and unexpected troubles.
6. Alien: Earth (JioHotstar – August 13)
Two years before Alien (1979), a mysterious space ship crashes on Earth, releasing a deadly threat. Wendy and a team of soldiers must fight to survive against this horrifying danger. This sci-fi horror prequel delivers tense action, scary moments, and an edge-of-the-seat battle for humanity.
7. Final Draft (Netflix – August 12)
In Japan’s first physical survival series, 25 athletes, many retired, compete in extreme physical and mental challenges for a prize of 30 million yen. With every round, they face exhaustion, strategy battles, and surprising twists. Only the strongest and smartest can survive till the end.
8. Andhera (Amazon Prime Video – August 14)
A fearless police officer teams up with a haunted medical student to stop a living darkness from destroying everything. Their mission is dangerous, filled with supernatural events and life-threatening challenges. Starring Priya Bapat, Karanvir Malhotra, Prajakta Koli, and Surveen Chawla, this horror thriller blends mystery, fear, and action.
9. The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea’s Tragedies (Netflix – August 15)
This documentary tells the stories of people who lived through Korea’s most tragic events. Through their own voices, it reveals painful truths hidden for years. It’s a moving film about courage, resilience, and the importance of remembering history.
10. Songs From the Hole (Netflix – August 13)
Musician JJ’88 spends his days in solitary confinement writing songs that keep his hope alive. Through his music and diary-like words, he shares the pain, struggles, and strength he found in the darkest times. Told like a visual album, this heartfelt documentary is about survival, creativity, and the human spirit.
So which ones are on your watchlist!
