From espionage thrillers to superhero epics: OTT releases to watch this week
This week’s OTT lineup spans high-octane spy thrillers, gripping legal dramas, horror mysteries, and superhero reboots. From Pratik Gandhi’s nuclear-stakes chase in Saare Jahan Se Accha to Chris Hemsworth’s adventure docuseries Limitless, the slate promises edge-of-the-seat entertainment.
Saare Jahan Se Accha: The Silent Guardians Pratik Gandhi leads this spy thriller as intelligence officer Vishnu Shankar, engaged in a cat-and-mouse game of wits with his counterpart on the other side. The stakes? Avoiding an apocalyptic nuclear threat. The series offers edge-of-the-seat suspense and gripping action. Saare Jahan Se Accha: The Silent Guardians comes to Netflix from August 13.
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Alien: Earth From Noah Hawley, a new daring TV remake two years before Alien (1979). Tracing the path of Wendy and a team of tactical combatants, the series turns eerie when an otherworldly ship crashes on the planet, leading humankind to confront its most fearsome predator. Alien: Earth is streaming now on JioHotstar, with fresh episodes released every Wednesday.
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J.S.K. - Janaki Vs State of Kerala This gripping legal thriller tracks Janaki (Anupama Parmeswaran), a young survivor of assault, courageously pursuing her battle through the courts. Confronted by top lawyer David Abel Donoven (Suresh Gopi), her quest exposes the weaknesses in the justice system while showcasing grit and determination. J.S.K. - Janaki V Vs State of Kerala will premiere on ZEE5 on August 15, 2025.
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Court Kacheri In this bustling courtroom drama, Param, hailing from a prestigious legal family, must prove his mettle in chaotic district courts. Balancing tradition with modern strategies, he faces challenging cases and unexpected moral dilemmas. Court Kacheri is now streaming on SonyLIV, delivering weekly doses of legal intrigue and emotional storytelling.
Butterfly Season 1 High-stakes spy thriller Butterfly follows a woman raised in the belief that her father died, only to have him return, telling her to quit her perilous line of work. From there comes a maelstrom of betrayal, clandestine missions, and underworld assassins determined to kill her. Butterfly Season 1 is streaming now on Prime Video, ready to reel in lovers of intense father-daughter dramas with a spy spin.
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Tehran John Abraham takes over the character of ACP Rajeev Kumar, a special cell officer embroiled in political stress following the 2012 blast near the Israeli embassy in Delhi. Deployed to Tehran on a secret assignment, he deals with spy games, diplomacy, and peril around the corner. Starring alongside Neeru Bajwa and Manushi Chhillar, this geopolitical thriller is streaming on ZEE5 from August 15, 2025. Talking about Tehran and other patriotic releases on Independence Day, Kaveri Das, Business Head - ZEE5 Hindi, said, "In recent years, Independence Day has evolved into more than a national celebration. It has become a cultural moment for storytelling across platforms. This shift has paved the way for thrillers, biopics, and dramas grounded in realism yet carrying a strong emotional core. Independence Day, in particular, has become a prime window for narratives that blend entertainment with themes of courage, resilience, and national pride. With Tehran, we wanted to create a gripping spy thriller that travels across borders in its scale, yet connects at a deeply personal level with the patriotism and pride the occasion inspires."
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Andhera Against the city's rainy, neon-lit streets of Mumbai, this horror psychological thriller unites a fearless cop with a traumatised medical student as they deal with spooky supernatural occurrences. Directed by Farhan Akhtar, Andhera weaves mystery, horror, and crime together in a spooky tale. Andhera is available to stream from August 14 on Amazon Prime Video and MX Player.
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Superman James Gunn reimagines Superman as the Man of Steel in this reboot that opened theatres last July and now arrives on OTT. Clark Kent tries to balance his Kryptonian roots with remaining loyal to his human origins, even as mankind considers his ideals retrograde. The movie will be available to stream from August 15 on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
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 15, 2025.
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Limitless: Live Better Now Chris Hemsworth sets out on a journey of personal discovery to learn science-backed ways of living longer and healthier. From scaling a frozen 600-foot wall to survive extreme cold, to fighting with South Korea's Special Forces, to even drumming for intelligence, every test keeps him out of his comfort zone. Uplifting and thrilling, Limitless: Live Better Now is available to stream on JioHotstar from August 15, 2025.
