What to watch on Amazon, Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix and other OTT platforms in August

Choona, Netflix, August 3

Starring Jimmy Sheirgill, Aashim Gulati, Arshad Warsi, Vikram Kochhar, Namit Das, Chandan Roy and others, this heist comedy drama series is about a group of misfits who get together to avenge themselves.

Heartstopper: Season 2, Netflix, August 3

Based on Alice Oseman's book, this romantic drama series with the shy, softhearted Charlie Spring, and rugby player Nick Nelson is back with its second season. Check out this new journey of love, friendship, and challenges of coming out.

The Hunt for Veerappan, Netflix, August 4

This four part docum series has generated high interest already. Helmed by debutant  Selvamani Selvaraj, and produced by  Apoorva Bakshi, of Delhi Crime fame, this documentary traces the journey of one of the most feared criminals in the country who operated in the jungles of South India, a poacher and smuggler who went on to be called the ‘Robin Hood of India’.

Zombieverse, Netflix, August 8

This is another zombie series that begins with an unidentified virus spreading across the city and zombies take over Seoul. The series showcases what happens after as the ultimate quest for survival begins.

Neymar, Disney+ Hotstar, August 8

Directed by Sudhi Maddison, this comedy drama in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu is about two football fans Kunjava, Sinto and their dog Neymar. A fun action adventure awaits these three.

Only Murders in the Building S3, Disney+ Hotstar, August 8

The season three of this investigative comedy-crime drama series starring Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez will see another case unravel as they catch the murderer.

Untold: Johnny Football, Netflix, August 8

Based on the life of Johnny Manziel's life and career, this show explores the well-known football quarterback.

Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop, Netflix, August 9

Hip-hop clocks half-century this year. A limited-series documentary looks at the remarkable role that talented woman hip-hop artistes played with their revolutionary rap in the music genre’s 50 years

Mech Cadets, Netflix, August 10

This animated sci-fi series is about saving the world from aliens. Young cadets and robots join forces to defend Earth

Marry My Dead Body, Netflix, August 10

A homophobic policeman accidentally picks up a red wedding envelope while collecting evidence and finds himself betrothed to the envelope's owner, a gay man who died under mysterious circumstances. The duo work through their differences and join forces to solve the case in this comedy drama directed by Cheng Wei-hao.

Made In Heaven Season 2, Amazon Prime, August 11

Zoya Akhtar’s 2019 drama series garnered applause over the years and finally the much-awaited second season is here. The main cast includes Sobhita Dhulipala, Arjun Mathur, Jim Sarbh, Mona Singh, Kalki Koechlin, Shashank Arora and Trinetra.

Heart Of Stone, Netflix, August 11

Gal Gadot plays secret agent Rachel Stone and our very own Alia Bhatt is Keya Dhawan, who wants to find and control the world’s most powerful AI, the Heart, that threatens global stability. Can Stone stop her? Directed by Tom Harper, this mystery, action film is Alia’s dream debut in Hollywood.

Red, White & Royal Blue, Prime Video, August 11
Based on a novel, this one is a gay love story of the US President’s son and Britain’s Prince. This romantic drama is about how the rivals fall for each other

Commando, Disney+ Hotstar, August 11
This action-packed thriller series stars Adah Sharma and Prem Parrijaa. Created by the makes of the film franchise Commando, this series is about how skilled commandos go on a mission to save the country from deadly virus, save hostages and deal with lawbreakers

The Kashmir Files Unreported, ZEE5, August 11
This documentary, by the makers of the film The Kashmir Files, shows Kashmiri Pandits talking about the actual incidents that happened in Kashmir in 1989-90. It claims to showcase events that were allegedly not reported

Por Thozhil, SonyLIV, August 11

Starring Sarath Kumar, Ashok Selvan, Nikhila Vimal, this blockbuster thriller is about police trying to find a ruthless serial killer. Directed by Vignesh Raja this crime drama follows a new police officer who investigates the case

Abar Proloy, August 11, Zee 5
Raj Chakraborty’s crime thriller Web-series features an ensemble cast including Paran Bandopadhyay, Saswata Chatterjee, Ritwick Chakraborty, June Maliah, Koushani Mukherjee, Gaurav Chakrabarty, Sohini Sengupta. A spin-off of the 2013 film Proloy, this one is about human trafficking in the Sundarbans

Nikhoj, Hoichoi, August 11

Enjoyed Tota Roy Chowdhury's father act in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani? Now watch him in the Bengali web-series directed by Ayan Chakrabarti, and also featuring Swastika Mukherjee, Somashri Bhattacharyya, Pratik Dutta, Priyanka Mondal, Lokenath De, Saoli Chattopadhyay, Paran Bandyopadhyay, Khas Koushik and others. It is about how the daughter of a top cop goes missing from a party, and the senior police officer tries to unravel the mystery surrounding the disappearance, as she searches for her daughter

Taali, JioCinema, August 15

Sushmita Sen will be seen in a unique role in this series as she is all set to portray one of the boldest characters played on screen yet by her, as the transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant

Fuh Se Fantasy Season 2, Jio Cinema, August 17

Back with a new season, this erotic drama series has a fresh crop of ensemble cast including Milind Soman, Divya Agarwal, Arjit Taneja, Nyrraa M Banerjee, Smaran Sahu, Poulomi Das, Anuj Sachdeva, and others.

Lighthouse, Netflix, August 22

The show starring Gen Hoshino, Masayasu Wakabayashi, two entertainers, is about a casual get-together where they talk about their lives. Created by Nobuyuki Sakuma, the documentary has the duo discussing their apprehensions and work.

Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn, Apple TV+, August 23

Directed by James Jones this mini documentary series about the fascinating story of CEO-turned-fugitive, Carlos Ghosn. It showcases how a powerful man is arrested, turns into an outlaw and escapes.

Ahsoka, Disney+, August 23
Set after the fall of the Empire, this two-episode series follows the former Jedi knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy

Who is Erin Carter? Netflix, August 24

Directed by Ashley Way, Savina Dellicour, Bill Eagles, and starring Evin Ahmad, Sean Teale, Indica Watson this show is about Erin, a British teacher, mother, wife living in Spain. She sees a robbery in progress at a supermarket and gets involved and her life takes a turn.

Ragnarok: Season 3, Netflix, August 24

Created by Adam Price, starring David Stakston, Danu Sunth, Bjørn Sundquist, Benjamin Helstad, Billie Barker and others this season is about the battle between the reincarnations of Thor (Magne) and Loki (Laurits), an epic final fight of gods and giants.

About My Father, Lionsgate Play, August 25

Directed by Laura Terruso, this Robert De Niro starrer comedy is based on Sebastian Maniscalco’s relationship with his father. Other cast includes Kim Cattrall, Leslie Bibb, Anders Holm, David Rasche. The film centers around Sebastian (Maniscalco) who is encouraged by his fiancée (Leslie Bibb) to bring his immigrant, hairdresser father, Salvo (De Niro).

Bajao, Jio Cinema, August 25

With a promise of humour and satire this series is about three guys in the chaotic world of Punjabi music industry. Starring Tanuj Virwani, Sahil Khattar, Sahil Vaid, Adinath Kothare, Mahira Sharma, Rajesh Sharma, and Nitish Pandey, this show will see the acting debut of hip-hop artiste Raftaar.

Bro, Netflix, August 25

Featuring uncle and nephew, Pawan Kalyan and Sai Dharam Tej, pairing in the lead, this Telugu supernatural fantasy comedy had a theatrical release on July 28. It is an adaptation of Vinodhaya Sitham (2021).

You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, Netflix, August 25

Directed by Sammi Cohen, starring Sunny Sandler, Samantha Lorraine, Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler, Sadie Sandler and others, this story is about two best friends and how the popular guy they have a crush on comes in between their friendship.

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Apple TV+, Prime Video, August 29

This one is Harrison Ford’s fifth and final adventure and is about retrieving the Archimedes Dial that holds the power to alter history. A sequel to 2008’s Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull it stars Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, Antonio Banderas, John Rhys-Davies and Toby Jones.

Heart of Invictus, Netflix, August 30

This is a documentary film that is about servicemen and women who suffered injuries during work and also looks at the lives of people preparing for the Invictus Games.

Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones, Netflix, August 30

This limited series is about discovering five unique communities where people live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives. Author Dan Buettner discovers it all by traveling around the world.

Choose Love, Netflix, August 31

This is touted to be the first interactive romantic comedy, directed by Stuart McDonald where viewers click on the options on screen and that can lead the story to a different direction. The viewers can actually choose the ending they want in this film starring Laura Marano; Avan Jogia; Jordi Webber; Scott Michael Foster and others.

One Piece, Netflix, August 31

This series is an adaptation of the Japanese manga series  by Eiichiro Oda and features an ensemble cast including Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Romero Gibson, and Taz Skylar.