Weekend OTT blast: Fresh releases promise non-stop entertainment

This week’s OTT lineup brings an exciting mix of action, romance, comedy, thriller, and sci-fi dramas across major streaming platforms. From Dacoit: A Love Story and Love Insurance Kompany on Amazon Prime Video to the return of Citadel Season 2, viewers have plenty of binge-worthy content to explore. Platforms like Netflix, JioHotstar, and ETV Win have also added fresh titles ranging from rural comedies and dark thrillers to musical dramas and coming-of-age entertainers.

Prime Video

Dacoit: A Love Story

Dacoit: A Love Story featuring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur has officially made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video. The action-packed neo-western romantic thriller started streaming after completing its theatrical run in April. Directed by debutant Shaneil Deo, the film is currently available in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada languages, while the Hindi version is expected to arrive soon. The story revolves around Hari, a man who spends 13 years in prison after being falsely accused, and later returns seeking revenge against the woman who betrayed him. The film also stars Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj, and Atul Kulkarni in important roles.

LIK

Love Insurance Kompany (LIK), the futuristic sci-fi romantic comedy directed by Vignesh Shivan, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, after its theatrical release in April. Starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Krithi Shetty, and S. J. Suryah, the film is set in the futuristic world of 2040 where technology controls human relationships. The story revolves around a man from an “organic” lifestyle who takes on a highly advanced society dominated by LIK, a company that guarantees romantic relationships using algorithms and artificial intelligence. The film combines romance, humor, and science fiction elements with a unique futuristic backdrop. Featuring music composed by Anirudh Ravichander and produced by Nayanthara, the movie is available in Tamil along with dubbed versions in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada.

Citadel Season 2

Citadel Season 2 has officially premiered on Prime Video, with all seven episodes. The much-awaited spy action thriller brings back Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Nadia Sinh, Richard Madden as Mason Kane, and Stanley Tucci as Bernard Orlick. The new season also introduces fresh faces including Jack Reynor, Matt Berry, and Lina El Arabi in important roles. Continuing from the dramatic events of the first season, the story follows the elite Citadel agents as they fight to stop the dangerous Manticore syndicate while uncovering secrets from their past. Packed with high-stakes action, suspense, and emotional drama, the latest season raises the intensity of the global spy franchise.

Jio Hotstar

Vaazha II

Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros is now streaming on JioHotstar. Directed by Savin SA and written by Vipin Das, the coming-of-age comedy drama continues the fun-filled journey of four close friends — Hashir, Alan, Ajin, and Vinayak — as they navigate friendship, youth, and adulthood. The film is available in Malayalam along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. International viewers across regions including the US, UK, Europe, and Australia can stream the movie on manoramaMax. Following its theatrical release earlier this year, the film emerged as a major commercial success and reportedly became the fastest Malayalam movie to cross the ₹100 crore mark in Kerala, earning strong appreciation for its humor, emotions, and relatable storytelling.

Netflix

Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam

Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam, the Malayalam dark comedy thriller directed by Krishnadas Murali, has officially premiered on Netflix. A sequel to the 2024 hit Bharathanatyam, the film marks the milestone 150th movie of Saiju Kurup. The story follows Sasi and his family as they become trapped in a chaotic situation after uncovering a shocking secret connected to their late patriarch’s past. What follows is a series of desperate attempts to hide the truth, leading to dark humour, tension, and unexpected twists. The film also stars Suraj Venjaramoodu, Jagadish, Vinay Forrt, and Kalaranjini in key roles.

Clika

Clika, the musical drama starring Jay Dee and Eric Roberts, is now streaming on Netflix from May 5, 2026. The film is available in English along with dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. Set against the backdrop of the Mexican-American music industry, the story follows Chito, an ambitious small-town musician who suddenly rises to fame after becoming a viral sensation. However, as his popularity grows, he finds himself caught between success, loyalty, and the dangerous influence of crime. Blending music, drama, and emotional conflicts, the film explores the challenges of chasing dreams while surviving in a harsh and competitive world.

ETV WIN

Papam Prathap

Papam Prathap, the Telugu rural comedy-drama starring Thiruveer and Payal Radhakrishna, is now streaming on ETV Win from May 7, 2026. Directed by SP Durga Naresh, the film had originally released in theatres on April 17, 2026, before arriving on OTT within three weeks. Set in a picturesque Godavari village during the 1990s, the story revolves around Prathap and his childhood sweetheart Bujjamma. Trouble begins soon after their marriage when Bujjamma leaves him and approaches the village elders, claiming there is a serious issue with Prathap but refusing to reveal the exact reason. The mystery leads to humorous and emotional situations rooted in village culture and relationships. The film also features Ajay Ghosh, Raasi, and Raghu Babu in important roles.

Whether audiences are looking for intense revenge dramas, futuristic romance, village-based comedy, or gripping spy thrillers, this week’s OTT releases cater to every mood and genre preference. With star-studded casts, unique storylines, and multilingual streaming options, films and series like Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros, Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam, Clika, and Papam Prathap ensure a packed entertainment schedule for OTT viewers this weekend.