As we dive into another week, it’s time for your update on the latest OTT releases. This week brings an exciting mix of movies and TV shows that are sure to cater to all your bingeing needs. From thrilling cop dramas to international sensations, there’s something for everyone in the coming seven days.
Singham Again Debuts Digitally
Rohit Shetty’s much-anticipated fifth installment in the cop universe, Singham Again, makes its digital debut this week. Fans of action-packed cinema can expect high-octane thrills and a narrative that keeps them at the edge of their seats. With strong performances and dramatic plot twists, this film solidifies the captivating legacy of the Singham series.
Squid Game Season 2 Returns
In more exciting news, the global sensation, Squid Game, returns with an electrifying second season. Following the shocking cliffhangers of Season 1, viewers will be on the lookout for more intense competitions and unexpected alliances that define this gripping series. Prepare for a roller-coaster of emotions as the stakes get higher and the tension mounts.
New Medical Drama: Doctors
To top it all off, don’t miss the gripping new medical drama, Doctors, starring Sharad Kelkar and Harleen Sethi. This show promises to delve deep into the lives of medical professionals while exploring the challenges and triumphs they face in their daily lives. Expect lots of heartwarming moments paired with intense medical cases that will keep you engaged.
Your Fault (December 27)
A sequel to My Fault (2023), this film focuses on Noah (Nicole Wallace) and Nick (Gabriel Guevara) as they struggle to maintain their romantic escapades despite their parents’ attempts to separate them. As Noah begins university and Nick focuses on his professional career, their lives become entangled with new relationships and challenges. The reappearance of Nick’s vindictive ex-girlfriend and the ambiguous intentions of his mother further strain their relationship, threatening to unravel their bond and disrupt the dynamics of the Leister family. The film is based on the second novel in the Culpables trilogy, Culpa Tuya, by Mercedes Ron, following the events of My Fault (Culpa Mía), and sets the stage for the final instalment, Our Fault (Culpa Nuestra).
Mothers’ Instinct (December 27)
Set in 1960s suburban America, Mothers’ Instinct is a psychological thriller that follows best friends and neighbours Alice (Jessica Chastain) and Céline (Anne Hathaway), whose seemingly perfect lives unravel after a tragic accident claims Céline’s son, Max, who falls to his death while hanging a birdhouse. As Céline becomes distant and grows closer to Alice’s son, Theo, suspicion and paranoia mount. Alice’s fears deepen when her mother-in-law dies under mysterious circumstances and Theo experiences a severe allergic reaction under Céline’s care. As Alice begins to suspect foul play, her investigation uncovers disturbing evidence, leading to a deadly confrontation that shatters their idyllic suburban facade.
Khoj: Parchaiyon Ke Uss Paar
In Khoj: Parchaiyon Ke Uss Paar, Ved (Sharib Hashmi) embarks on a desperate search for his missing wife, Meera, who he insists has mysteriously vanished. However, his world is turned upside down when a woman, played by Anupriya Goenka, appears and is recognised by everyone around him—including his daughter—as Meera. Despite overwhelming evidence supporting her identity, Ved remains adamant that she is not his wife. As he pieces together cryptic clues, Ved begins to question the boundaries between reality and illusion. His ordeal is further complicated by a sceptical police officer (Aamir Dalvi), whose doubts about Ved’s claims add to the psychological tension. Each revelation pulls Ved deeper into a chilling web of mystery, inching him closer to the unsettling truth about who Meera really is.
Origin
Academy Award-nominated director Ava DuVernay skilfully brings Isabel Wilkerson’s acclaimed book, Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, to life in a sweeping cinematic exploration of history and humanity. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor stars as Isabel Wilkerson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist navigating deep personal loss while uncovering the rigid caste structures that shape societies worldwide. Her journey spans the chilling ruins of Nazi Germany, the entrenched caste divisions of India and the persistent racial inequalities in the United States. The film also stars Jon Bernthal, Niecy Nash, Emily Yancy and Vera Farmiga, among others.
Harry Potter: Wizard of Baking
Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking whisks us into a magical bake-off, hosted by James and Oliver Phelps (beloved for their roles as Fred and George Weasley). Nine pastry chef duos face spellbinding challenges inspired by the Wizarding World, crafting everything from levitating cakes to edible magical creatures. Set against iconic film backdrops like the Great Hall and Diagon Alley, this six-episode culinary extravaganza features judges Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef, with guest appearances from Evanna Lynch and Warwick Davis. The competition crescendos with the crowning of the first-ever Wizards of Baking Cup champion.
Doctor Who: Joy to the World
In Doctor Who: Joy to the World, the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) joins forces with Joy Almondo (Nicola Coughlan), a lone hotel guest whose ordinary check-in spirals into a dazzling journey through the Time Hotel—a 41st-century marvel offering its elite clientele exclusive access to history’s pivotal moments. Within its opulent halls, they encounter Melnak (Jonathan Aris), a Silurian with a briefcase concealing a Star Seed—an artefact of staggering power. As perilous time portals unleash chaos (dinosaurs, anyone?), the duo uncovers a diabolical plot by the arms tycoons of Villengard, threatening to unravel humanity’s timeline in spectacularly catastrophic style.