Friday OTT releases of the week: The Paradise to Dhoomakethu to Sumo Didi, new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and ZEE5

Friday is here, and so is a fresh batch of movies and shows to add to your weekend watchlist. From a group of friends whose search for a better life takes a dangerous turn to a prisoner's fight to clear his name, this week's releases have crime, comedy and action covered. If you are wondering what to stream over the weekend, here are the latest titles to check out.

Chaar Yaar on Amazon Prime Video

Chaar Yaar is a crime drama set in Mumbai in the early 2000s. It follows four friends from modest backgrounds, played by Purav Jha, Naman Jain, Saqib Ayub and Prayrak Mehta. Hoping to escape their financial struggles, the friends decide to take a risky route towards a better life.


They're after a few stolen luxury cars, but things get complicated pretty soon. What starts out as a way to make money quickly turns into a dangerous situation with gangsters and a relentless police inspector.



Lupin Part 4 on Netflix

Lupin part four: Omar Sy returns as Assane Diop. The story, which takes place four years after the events of Part 3, finds Assane incarcerated and yearning to move to Senegal to start over with his family.

But there’s a new mystery that threatens to ruin those plans. A series of coordinated museum heists in Paris places Assane in the spotlight when a mysterious thief frames him for the crimes.

Dhoomakethu on Netflix

The Malayalam film Dhoomakethu begins streaming on Netflix on October 23, 2026. Directed by Sudhi Maddison, the time-loop comedy stars Sajin Gopu, Nikhila Vimal and Shine Tom Chacko.

The film brings a time-loop concept into a comedy setting, making it a choice for viewers looking for something different from the usual crime thrillers and action dramas. Audiences can watch it in Malayalam, along with dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada for wider reach.

The Paradise on Netflix

Nani and Raghav Juyal star in The Paradise, a period action drama directed by Srikanth Odela. The film started streaming on Netflix on October 22, 2026, and is set in the 1980s.

The digital release is also drawing attention because it reportedly includes improved visual effects and a shorter cut. The OTT version is said to be around 24 minutes shorter than the theatrical version. Viewers can stream the film in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada.



Sumo Didi on ZEE5

For all sports drama lovers who love real life journeys, Sumo Didi is about Hetal Dave aka Shriyam Bhagnani. The film follows her path to becoming a professional sumo wrestler, a sport where women have often had to defy convention.

Her journey takes her from Kolkata to Japan as she works towards competing in the World Sumo Championship. Along the way, she faces social barriers, gender stereotypes and body shaming.

Dorothy on Netflix

The Tamil crime drama Dorothy, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, premieres on Netflix on October 23, 2026. The film stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth, and explores friendship and transgender experiences in 1990s Madurai.

The film carries an A rating and features a soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja. It will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi, allowing a wider audience to watch the story.