New OTT releases this weekend: 9 new movies and shows coming on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and more

OTT releases this weekend, September 18 to September 20, bring a mix of new movies, web series, reality shows and comedy specials across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and other streaming platforms. Among the notable releases are Irumudi, Modha Rathiri, Lust Stories 3, Zakir Khan: Papa Yaar and a new Rohit Sharma show, offering viewers options across action, drama, crime, romance and comedy.​

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Starring Ravi Teja, Nakshathra C M, Priya Bhavani Shankar and Sai Kumar, this Telugu family drama is set against the spiritual backdrop of Ayyappa Swamy devotion. The story follows the emotional journey of a daughter and her alcoholic father, combining family conflict, faith, action and redemption.'Irumudi' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Starring Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Vijay Varma and Abhishek Banerjee, the third instalment of the anthology features four stories directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj.'Lust Stories 3' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Zakir Khan turns personal as he reflects on childhood memories and his relationship with his father, blending observational comedy, poetry and emotional storytelling.'Zakir Khan: Papa Yaar' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: Prime Video & SonyLIVThe Story: Starring Antony Varghese, Sunil Varma, Dushara Vijayan and Jagadish, this Malayalam action thriller explores the brutal world of ivory smuggling. A fierce hunter is drawn into a dangerous landscape of violence, conflict, loyalty and the pursuit of power.'Kattalan' will stream on Prime Video & SonyLIV from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Starring Son Ye-jin, Ji Chang-wook, Chani and Han Sun-hwa, this Korean period romance is set during the Joseon era. Inspired by Les Liaisons dangereuses, it follows a noblewoman who proposes a dangerous seduction game involving a notorious playboy and a virtuous young widow.'The Scandal' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: JioHotstarThe Story: Starring Mohanlal, Vismaya Mohanlal, Saikumar and Aashish Joe Antony, this Malayalam action drama follows a young woman whose life is turned upside down by unexpected danger. She must find the courage to survive while confronting difficult choices.'Thudakkam' will stream on JioHotstar from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Starring Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Priyanka Kedia and Hasan Minhaj, this coming-of-age comedy follows childhood friends Maya and Anjali as they join UCLA's competitive Bollywood-fusion dance team and pursue a US championship.'Best of the Best' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: This Tamil family comedy follows Maruthanayagam and Muthuselvi, two strangers brought together in an arranged marriage. Their first night takes an unexpected turn when a mystery triggers a chain of surprises, lies and chaos for both families.'Modha Rathiri' will stream on Netflix from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 18, 2026Where to watch: Prime VideoThe Story: This French young-adult romance follows 18-year-old Alma, who secretly pursues filmmaking while pretending to study law, and rebellious student Vadim. After they are forced to work together on a film, attraction grows between them as anonymous threats begin to arrive.'You + Me - Against the World' will stream on Prime Video from September 18.

OTT Release Date: September 19, 2026Where to watch: JioHotstarThe Story: Hosted by Anil Kapoor, this Hindi quiz and game show brings 100 contestants together in a battle of logic, reasoning and common sense. Unlike conventional quiz shows, its questions are designed to test how contestants think rather than their general knowledge.'India ke Top 1%' will stream on JioHotstar from September 19.

OTT Release Date: September 19, 2026Where to watch: SonyLIVThe Story: Hosted by Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma, this family entertainment and game show brings sports and entertainment personalities together for games, conversations and comedy.'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma' will stream on SonyLIV from September 19.

OTT Release Date: September 17, 2026Where to watch: NetflixThe Story: Set in Hawkins during the winter of 1985, this animated Stranger Things spin-off follows Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas and Max as they face a new threat that has awakened beneath the snow.'Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 2' is streaming on Netflix from September 17.

OTT Release Date: September 17, 2026Where to watch: Prime Video & JioHotstarThe Story: A young girl disappears mysteriously in the desert and returns home eight years later. But what initially appears to be a miraculous reunion turns into a nightmare when an ancient and terrifying presence comes back with her.'Lee Cronin's The Mummy' is streaming on Prime Video & JioHotstar from September 17.