What to watch on OTT this weekend: 9 new movies and shows coming to Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and more
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New OTT releases this weekend
This weekend brings a fresh lineup of movies and shows across Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, ZEE5 and more. From thrillers and romantic comedies to returning favourites and new series, there is plenty to add to your weekend watchlist. Take a look!
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#Love - Netflix
When and where to watch: Netflix, October 2
What happens when two rival dating-app founders decide to test their theories about love in real life? That is the premise of #Love, starring Aishwarya Lekshmi and Arjun Das. Tara believes in calculated compatibility through her app FOUND, while Matthew believes chemistry cannot be planned. Their rivalry leads to a 60-day challenge to find the perfect match.
What happens when two rival dating-app founders decide to test their theories about love in real life? That is the premise of #Love, starring Aishwarya Lekshmi and Arjun Das. Tara believes in calculated compatibility through her app FOUND, while Matthew believes chemistry cannot be planned. Their rivalry leads to a 60-day challenge to find the perfect match.
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Bethlehem Kudumba Unit – JioHotstar
When and where to watch: JioHotstar, October 2
Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju headline the Malayalam romantic comedy Bethlehem Kudumba Unit. The story follows an unexpected romance that creates trouble in a close-knit community, where personal matters rarely remain private for long. The film brings together romance, family drama and plenty of social chaos.
Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju headline the Malayalam romantic comedy Bethlehem Kudumba Unit. The story follows an unexpected romance that creates trouble in a close-knit community, where personal matters rarely remain private for long. The film brings together romance, family drama and plenty of social chaos.
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East of Eden – Netflix
When and where to watch: Netflix, October 1
Florence Pugh leads East of Eden, a seven-episode adaptation of John Steinbeck’s acclaimed novel. The series follows the Trask family and explores family rivalry, free will and the impact of generational trauma. Pugh stars alongside Mike Faist, Christopher Abbott and Ciarán Hinds.
Florence Pugh leads East of Eden, a seven-episode adaptation of John Steinbeck’s acclaimed novel. The series follows the Trask family and explores family rivalry, free will and the impact of generational trauma. Pugh stars alongside Mike Faist, Christopher Abbott and Ciarán Hinds.
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Pooja Meri Jaan – ZEE5, October 2
When and where to watch: ZEE5, October 2
Mrunal Thakur plays the titular character in Pooja Meri Jaan, a psychological thriller that also moves into courtroom territory. Pooja’s life changes after a rejected lover dies by suicide, leaving her facing serious legal trouble and allegations of abetment. Huma Qureshi plays Sana, the lawyer who takes up Pooja’s case. The film also stars Vikram Singh Chauhan and Vijay Raaz.
Mrunal Thakur plays the titular character in Pooja Meri Jaan, a psychological thriller that also moves into courtroom territory. Pooja’s life changes after a rejected lover dies by suicide, leaving her facing serious legal trouble and allegations of abetment. Huma Qureshi plays Sana, the lawyer who takes up Pooja’s case. The film also stars Vikram Singh Chauhan and Vijay Raaz.
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Doing Life – Netflix
When and where to watch: Netflix, October 2
Tyler Perry’s Doing Life follows Anika, a woman struggling to keep her family together. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she begins exchanging letters with Carousel, an incarcerated man. Their correspondence gradually develops into a meaningful connection as both deal with difficult circumstances.
Tyler Perry’s Doing Life follows Anika, a woman struggling to keep her family together. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she begins exchanging letters with Carousel, an incarcerated man. Their correspondence gradually develops into a meaningful connection as both deal with difficult circumstances.
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The Arena – Netflix
When and where to watch: Netflix, September 30
If action and competition are more your thing, The Arena brings 38 amateur fighters together for a series of physical challenges and cage bouts. MMA fighters Ciryl Gane, Cédric Doumbè and Benoît Saint Denis lead the competition. The winner gets a prize of €100,000 along with a chance to secure a professional MMA contract.
If action and competition are more your thing, The Arena brings 38 amateur fighters together for a series of physical challenges and cage bouts. MMA fighters Ciryl Gane, Cédric Doumbè and Benoît Saint Denis lead the competition. The winner gets a prize of €100,000 along with a chance to secure a professional MMA contract.
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Lego One Piece – Netflix
When and where to watch: Netflix, September 29
Fans of One Piece get a new version of the popular adventure with Lego One Piece. The two-part special follows the Straw Hats as they travel from the East Blue to the Grand Line. Usopp narrates their journey, sharing his own version of events before Chopper joins the crew. The special is available to watch on Netflix from September 29.
Fans of One Piece get a new version of the popular adventure with Lego One Piece. The two-part special follows the Straw Hats as they travel from the East Blue to the Grand Line. Usopp narrates their journey, sharing his own version of events before Chopper joins the crew. The special is available to watch on Netflix from September 29.
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Dupahiya Season 2 – Prime Video
When and where to watch: Prime Video, October 1
The chaos in Dhadakpur returns with the second season of Dupahiya. This time, a mobile tower project on Banwari’s barren land becomes the centre of a series of strange incidents. Bhugol finds unexpected fame as a female influencer, while Roshni prepares for her SSC exam and Amavas offers her a questionable shortcut. Dupahiya Season 2 streams on Prime Video from October 1.
The chaos in Dhadakpur returns with the second season of Dupahiya. This time, a mobile tower project on Banwari’s barren land becomes the centre of a series of strange incidents. Bhugol finds unexpected fame as a female influencer, while Roshni prepares for her SSC exam and Amavas offers her a questionable shortcut. Dupahiya Season 2 streams on Prime Video from October 1.
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Sardar 2 – Prime Video
When and where to watch: Prime Video, October 1
The Tamil spy-action thriller Sardar 2 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video from October 1. Directed by P. S. Mithran, the sequel to the 2022 film Sardar brings back Karthi in dual roles. The story follows Inspector Vijay as he takes on a dangerous threat known as Black Dagger, while another timeline explores the origins and past of the legendary spy Sardar. The film is also available in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.
The Tamil spy-action thriller Sardar 2 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video from October 1. Directed by P. S. Mithran, the sequel to the 2022 film Sardar brings back Karthi in dual roles. The story follows Inspector Vijay as he takes on a dangerous threat known as Black Dagger, while another timeline explores the origins and past of the legendary spy Sardar. The film is also available in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.
