This week’s OTT releases bring a perfect mix of global action thrillers, quirky Indian dramas, and real-life political stories. Whether you’re into sci-fi like Companion, fantasy like The Sandman, or legal drama like The Good Wife, there’s something for every mood. Big names like Charlize Theron, Priyanka Chopra, Kamal Haasan, and Abhishek Bachchan headline the list, with gripping performances and binge-worthy plots. From international action to regional satire and true-crime docudramas, these 10 new shows and movies will keep your weekend fully booked.
1. Companion (JioHotstar, Jun 30)
A weekend cabin getaway with your partner sounds romantic… until the guest list includes a lifelike android. This twisted sci-fi thriller takes love, loyalty, and technology to some seriously creepy places. Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid bring the tension as things spiral into a survival nightmare. If you love Black Mirror-style plots, this one’s about to be your new obsession.
2. The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case (SonyLIV, Jul 04)
Nagesh Kukunoor brings gripping detail to this political thriller based on real events. It uncovers the CBI’s intense 90-day chase following Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination. Packed with a strong ensemble and grounded storytelling, it reveals the layers behind the headlines. Dark, insightful, and compelling-it’s a rare blend of history and drama.
3. The Old Guard 2 (Netflix, Jul 02)
Charlize Theron returns as the immortal warrior Andy-except this time, she’s lost her immortality. But that doesn’t stop her from kicking butt when a ghost from the past resurfaces. With a stellar cast featuring Uma Thurman, Henry Golding, and Chiwetel Ejiofor, it’s packed with power moves. Comic book fans and action addicts-this one’s your adrenaline fix.
4. The Sandman Season 2 Volume 1 (Netflix, Jul 03)
Dream is back-and the universe is, once again, on the edge of collapse. Tom Sturridge returns as Lord Morpheus, navigating fractured realms and dysfunctional divine siblings. Expect myth, magic, and moody monologues served with Netflix’s signature visual flair. Fantasy lovers, your surreal summer watch is officially sorted.
5. Heads of State (Amazon Prime Video, Jul 02)
When the U.S. President and U.K. Prime Minister become targets, chaos meets comedy. John Cena and Idris Elba team up in a buddy-action flick that’s part spy caper, part explosive bromance. Add Priyanka Chopra into the mix, and you’ve got international flair, epic stunts, and major laughs. It’s ridiculous fun-with surprisingly sharp punches (literal and political).
6. Good Wife (JioHotstar, Jul 04)
A scandal rocks a perfect family, and a housewife steps back into the courtroom. Priyamani shines in this Tamil adaptation of the globally acclaimed legal drama. Balancing justice, motherhood, and betrayal, she takes on a legal system that isn’t always fair. If you love courtroom drama with emotional depth-this is your next binge.
7. Thug Life (Netflix, Jul 03)
Mani Ratnam teams up with Kamal Haasan for a gangster saga soaked in noir and grit. With Silambarasan, Trisha, Joju George, and Ali Fazal on board, expect intense power plays and cinematic fire. It’s a story of betrayal, legacy, and the underworld’s iron grip-served with classic Ratnam polish. We don’t have a confirmed date yet, but it’s already on every cinephile’s radar.
8. Uppu Kappurambu (Amazon Prime Video, Jul 04)
What happens when your village runs out of burial space? A very strange political crisis. This Telugu satire stars Keerthy Suresh and Suhas in a hilariously bizarre situation. A graveyard custodian and village head must dig deep (pun intended) for a solution. It’s witty, weird, and wildly original-small-town comedy with a very dark twist.
9. Kaalidhar Laapata (ZEE5, Jul 04)
Abhishek Bachchan plays an elderly man on the run-from his own family! After finding out about their shady abandonment plan, he disappears and finds unlikely friendship in a free-spirited boy. This slice-of-life story is all about second chances and the warmth of found families. It’s heartwarming, humorous, and bound to tug at your soul.
10. Attack on London: Hunting The 7/7 Bombers (Netflix, Jul 01)
This powerful documentary dives deep into the real-life 7/7 bombings that shook London. With never-seen-before footage and first-hand accounts, it’s raw, emotional, and haunting. Follow investigators as they unravel the conspiracy and chase justice. A must-watch for true crime lovers and history buffs alike.
So which ones are you planning to watch this weekend?
