New OTT releases this week include Guntur Kaaram featuring Mahesh Babu and Captain Miller starring Dhanush.
Uncertain about what to watch this week? We’ve compiled a list of movies and web series available for streaming on OTT platforms.
This week’s releases span from Dhanush’s Captain Miller to Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Kaaram, offering a diverse range of options for viewers.
Captain Miller
Director Arun Matheswaran presents the first installment of a planned trilogy with Captain Miller, now available on Amazon Prime Video. The film, set in the pre-independence era, delves into the life of Analeesan, also known as Eesa (portrayed by Dhanush). While his elder brother, Sengola (played by Shiva), actively participates in the Independence Movement, Eesa initially remains indifferent. However, a village conflict prompts him to seek validation by joining the British Indian Army. Adopting the alias Captain Miller, a tragic event forces him to confront the harsh realities, transforming him into a revolutionary figure. Alongside Dhanush, the movie features notable performances from Shiva Rajkumar, Nassar, Sundeep Kishan, and Nivedhithaa Sathish
Where to stream: Amazon Prime Video
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THE Nun II
The long-awaited sequel to the 2018 hit The Nun and the eighth chapter in The Conjuring franchise, The Nun II debuts on JioCinemas this week. Directed by Michael Chaves, the film follows Sister Irene (played by Taissa Farmiga) as she encounters Valak, the demonic nun, once more, five years after the events of the initial installment.
Where to stream: JioCinemas
Guntur Kaaram
Trivikram Srinivas’ Guntur Kaaram, featuring Mahesh Babu in the lead role, makes its debut on Netflix this week. This action-packed drama centers on Ramana, a local tough from Guntur, who has distanced himself from his estranged mother, portrayed by Ramya Krishnan. When his grandfather, a prominent politician played by Prakash Raj, demands that he cut off all contact with her, Ramana defies him, determined to uncover the reasons behind her abandonment two decades earlier.
Where to stream: Netflix India
Upgraded
For a delightful and easygoing viewing experience, consider tuning into Prime Video’s newest addition, Upgraded. Led by Camilla Mendes, the film follows Ana Santos, a driven art enthusiast. During her inaugural business trip, Ana finds herself unexpectedly upgraded to first class, where she encounters the charming and influential Will (portrayed by Archie Renaux), who mistakes her for her superior. This small misunderstanding triggers a chain of events that will shape Ana’s destiny.
Where to stream: Prime Video
Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan
Miss Supriya Pathak as Hansa? This week’s offering also includes the Zee5 release of Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan, which is a sequel to Khichdi: The Movie (2010). Directed by Aatish Kapadia, it revolves around Hansa who along with Jayshree (Vandana Pathak), Praful (Rajeev Mehta), Babuji (Anang Desai) and Himanshu (Jamnadas Majethia) embark on a mission to rescue an Indian scientist from the clutches of the king of Paanthukistan, at the request of TIA (Thodi Intelligent Agency) agent Kushal (Anant Vidhaat).
