From Bigg Boss to Peacemaker: OTT releases to watch this week
From Brad Pitt’s F1: The Movie to Pawan Kalyan’s epic Hari Hara Veera Mallu, this week’s OTT lineup offers a mix of thrillers, dramas, romances, and action-packed sagas. Adding to the excitement is the new season of Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 19.
Thalaivan Thalaivii Thalaivan Thalaivii explores ambition, power, and personal sacrifice, portraying the complexities of leadership and the challenges faced behind the scenes. Vijay Sethupathi, Nithya Menen and Yogi Babu starrer film will release on Amazon Prime Video on August 22.
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F1: The Movie F1: The Movie brings the adrenaline-fueled world of Formula 1 racing to life. After a successful run in the theatres, Brad Pitt's starrer is now available for rent on Amazon Prime Video.
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Hari Hara Veera Mallu The epic historical action drama follows Veera Mallu, the first Indian to defy the Mughal empire, who embarks on a crucial mission. He spearheads a revolution against the tyrannical actions of the army generals. Pawan Kalyan’s film is now streaming on Prime Video.
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Maareesan This gripping thriller revolves around a thief who tries to exploit Velayudham, an Alzheimer’s patient, during a road trip from Nagercoil to Tiruvannamalai. He later learns Velayudham’s secret identity as a vigilante targeting child kidnappers. Watch Maareesan on Netflix now.
Aamar Boss The light-hearted comedy is about a 40-year-old publisher, played by Shiboprosad Mukherjee, Animesh, who leads a life marked by emotional distance from both his estranged wife and the weight of domestic obligations
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Aema Inspired by the iconic Korean film Madame Aema, this thought-provoking drama explores the life of a bold actress in the 1980s. Glamorous yet gritty, Aema offers a raw look at fame, femininity, and freedom. Stream this drama from August 18 on Netflix.
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Peacemaker Season 2 This thrilling saga of the eccentric superhero blends action, humour, and unexpected twists. The series revolves around Christopher Smith as he is forced to join a black ops squad after recovering from his injuries. He eliminates parasites that have taken over human bodies around the world. This superhero adventure will start streaming on JioHotstar from today.
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Bigg Boss Season 19 Salman Khan returns as host in the reality TV show featuring a usual mix of drama, entertainment, and reality television chaos. This season promises unexpected twists, intense confrontations, and memorable moments that keep viewers hooked. Catch the dramatic season starting from August 24.
The Map That Leads To You KJ Apa and Madelyn Cline starrer romance-drama revolves around Heather, who embarks on a European adventure. Her journey takes an unexpected turn when she meets Jack. The Map That Leads To You is available to stream on Prime Video.
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Maa Kajol plays a fierce mother's role in this mythological horror, where she portrays Ambika, who comes back to her village with her daughter after the death of her husband. There, she encounters a dark curse and an evil village secret. As demons plan to destroy her child, Ambika will have to fight supernatural forces to save her. According to reports, Maa is set to release on Netflix on August 22, 2025.
