Top 10 Bollywood OTT Releases You Can’t Miss This Week

Why are Bollywood OTT releases different this week?

Indian streaming platforms have been more adventurous about their content in recent times. However, this week is really a strong one! While you’ll see a clear fusion of genres, new formats of stories, and a few highly anticipated seasons, not all at the same time. Some of the shows also feature beloved characters in new guises, making them even more interesting.

1. Raja Shivaji – Netflix

This historical action drama, which enjoyed a successful theatrical run, has been released on Netflix. With direction and acting by Riteish Deshmukh, the movie chronicles the childhood and career of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj until his coronation. The cast is superb, including Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Vidya Balan and Abhishek Bachchan. It is expected a lot more for this Marathi movie to be even more successful on OTT because it’s the highest-grossing Marathi movie ever.

2. Perfect Family – SonyLIV

This week, this psychological comedy-drama switches from a pay-to-view scheme to full streaming. The series, made by Pankaj Tripathi, is continuing the quest to decipher the complex and sometimes humorous lives of the Karkari family. This one is for people who like character-driven stories and who like them to be satirical.

3. Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 – Prime Video

The popular TVF comedy-drama series has made a comeback with its second season. Amol Parashar is back as Dr Prabhat, who finds himself in conflict with a corrupt official but whose aim is to save a young boy and continue running his rural health centre. This sequel will have to live up to the heat of the first season, but it does not disappoint in maintaining a grounded sense of humour.

4. Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar Season 2 – JioHotstar

The most talked-about new Hindi OTT series this week is for fans of intense, emotionally charged drama. After a roller coaster ending to the first season, Shanvika is stronger than ever, while Kuldeep grapples with guilt and power. There will be increased drama and sadder moments throughout.

5. Raakh – Prime Video

The Hindi crime thriller is based on the shocking Ranga-Billa case of 1978 in Delhi. It is the story of two teens who go missing, triggering a national investigation replete with suspense and surprise. If you’re a fan of true crime-inspired stories, Raakh should be on your “watchlist”.

6. Gullak Season 5 – SonyLIV

The Mishra family is back with yet another poignant and comedic season. Gullak has never been about outlandish fantasies, just slice-of-life stories. Gullak’s style has always been one of stories that can be related to, and this season doesn’t disappoint. It, in many instances, is the sort of display people suggest to family members who don’t often view web programmes.

7. The Pyramid Scheme – Prime Video

The Viral Fever is a drama-comedy set in Haridwar, where a young man falls into a sinister pyramid scheme. The show’s dark themes are balanced with sharp wit and include the likes of Paramvir Singh Cheema and Ranvir Shorey with Shekhar Suman and Sushant Singh. It’s a new addition to the new Bollywood web series on OTT this week.

8. Maa Behen – Netflix

Directed by Suresh Triveni, it is a dark comedy-drama that adds a unique flavour to Netflix’s Hindi offerings. The film is not afraid to be uncomfortable in its family dynamics and is never afraid of being honest in its humour. It is a less complicated watch and is perfect for one night.

9. Alliance – Streaming Now

Allience is one of this week’s new entries that has captured people’s interest with its strange concept. Speculation has been ramping up in the early stages, but there are hints of a Bollywood drama mixed in with better, more modern cinematographic decisions.

10. Crakk – Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa! is streaming now.

If you’re on the lookout for an action film with plenty of stunts and action, then this is for you. It’s not so subtle as a lot of others, and it’s more showmanly when you’re just looking to put on a performance

What to watch first at the movies, on television, or online.

So many new Hindi movies and web series are releasing this week that it’s hard to choose just one. One easy method to trim it down is the following:

  • For the drama buffs: begin with Perfect Family or Maa Behen.
  • If you are a thriller lover, then Raakh and Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar Season 2 are good options.
  • If you’re looking for something to enjoy, then Gram Chikitsalay or Gullak Season 5 are safe bets.
  • If you are looking for grand storytelling, you can’t go wrong with Raja Shivaji.
  • However, there is no wrong answer! It’s what makes them worth exploring; each of the Bollywood OTT releases this week has something different to offer.
FAQs
  1. Which is the best Bollywood OTT that launches this week?

Raja Shivaji, Perfect Family, Gram Chikitsalay Season 2, Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar Season 2, Raakh, and many more were released across platforms on Netflix, Prime Video, SonyLIV and JioHotstar this week.

  • Which are the new Hindi web series launched this week?

Most new releases will be streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, SonyLIV and JioHotstar (depending on the production house and the release).

  • Can I Watch Raja Shivaji Online?

Yes, Raja Shivaji is now on Netflix after theatrical release.

  • What is the freshest movie on Bollywood OTT that is best for fast and easy viewing?

Gullak Season 5 and Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 are both entertaining, accessible, and pleasant to binge-watch.

  • Was this an OTT release or made up?

Some are. Raakh is based on an actual case from 1978, but most of the others are fictional stories made up by the authors.