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Dhurandhar OTT Release Date: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Eyes Netflix Debut After Record-Breaking Theatrical Run Bollywood
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Dhurandhar OTT Release Date: Ranveer Singh's Blockbuster Eyes Netflix Debut After Record-Breaking Theatrical Run

Ranveer Singhs high-octane spy thriller, Dhurandhar, continues to dominate the domestic and international box office as it enters its seventh week of release. While the film is still pulling audiences into theaters, excitement has shifted toward its digital premiere.According to latest trade reports, the film has locked a streaming date, marking a significant milestone in the actor's career. In what is being described as one of the most lucrative digital rights agreements for a Hindi film, Dhurandhar is reportedly set to stream on Netflix starting January 30th. The streaming giant has secured the OTT rights for both Dhurandhar 1 and the upcoming Dhurandhar 2 in a combined deal valued at ₹130 crore, setting a new career-best benchmark for Ranveer Singh in the digital space. This significant investment by the platform reflects the film's massive cultural impact and the immense anticipation for the franchise's continuation across the globe. Since its release on December 5, Dhurandhar has maintained a remarkable hold, particularly in the North and overseas belts.Notably, the film is still drawing crowds, meaning the final lifetime collections are expected to rise further from the current reported totals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   As the film continues its successful theatrical run, Dhurandhar has achieved unprecedented commercial milestones. The domestic performance remains the primary driver of its success, with the movie amassing a massive India Net collection of ₹825.1 crore, which translates to an India Gross of ₹989.9 crore. Internationally, the film has maintained a strong grip, contributing an Overseas collection of ₹293.6 crore. This brings the current Worldwide Gross to a staggering ₹1283.5 crore. Given its record-shattering statistics and sustained momentum, the film has officially been declared an All Time Blockbuster, emerging as one of the most successful ventures in the history of Indian cinema. The film's performance is highlighted by its incredible consistency, managing to collect in double digits for 28 consecutive days—a feat rarely seen in Indian cinema. This steady trajectory has placed it in direct competition with the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The Dhurandhar saga is only halfway through, as the makers have already finalized the arrival of its much-anticipated sequel.Dhurandhar: Part 2 is officially scheduled to release in theaters on March 19th. To maintain the momentum, industry insiders suggest that a special teaser for the sequel will be attached to the theatrical prints of Border 2, ensuring maximum visibility before the first part concludes its digital and theatrical windows.With the first installment achieving All Time Blockbuster status, expectations for the March 19th release are at an all-time high.

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Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri OTT Release: Here's When and Where to Watch the Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday Film Bollywood
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Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri OTT Release: Here's When and Where to Watch the Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday Film

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's romantic comedy, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, which arrived in theaters on Christmas Day 2025, has struggled to make a significant impact at the box office.Despite the festive release and the star power of its lead actors, the film was largely overshadowed by the continued success of the action spectacle Dhurandhar. The movie is now set for its OTT release on Netflix, starting February 19th. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, who previously collaborated with Kartik Aaryan on Satyaprem Ki Katha, the film stars Kartik Aaryan as Ray Mehra and Ananya Panday as Rumi.The supporting cast includes veteran actors Jackie Shroff as Wardhan Singh and Neena Gupta as Pinky Mehra, along with Tiku Talsania.The film is a production of Dharma Productions and Namah Pictures, with Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and others serving as producers.The music for the film was composed by the popular duo Vishal–Shekhar. Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri had a modest opening, collecting ₹9.30 crore in gross on its first day. However, the collections saw a consistent decline in the following days. The film's lifetime domestic collection stands at approximately ₹32.95 crore net.Globally, the movie grossed around ₹49.5 crore, falling significantly short of its reported ₹90 crore budget and ultimately being declared a box-office disaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The primary reason for the film's underwhelming performance is widely attributed to the monumental success of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar. Released weeks prior, the action film continued to dominate the box office, limiting the screen space and audience interest for new releases.On its fifth day, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri collected a mere ₹1.75 crore, while Dhurandhar, in its fourth week, earned over six times that amount on the same day. Apart from the stiff competition, the film also received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics. While the cinematography and production values were praised, the story, screenplay, direction, and performances of the lead actors were met with criticism.The lack of strong word-of-mouth further hampered its box office prospects. In a noteworthy gesture, it has been reported that Kartik Aaryan voluntarily took a significant pay cut of ₹15 crore from his remuneration to support the producers after the film's poor performance.This move has been seen as a sign of collaboration and support during a challenging time for the film.

OTT Releases This Week January 12 to 18: Downton Abbey Finale, The RIP, and New Seasons of Industry and Hijack Hollywood
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OTT Releases This Week January 12 to 18: Downton Abbey Finale, The RIP, and New Seasons of Industry and Hijack

This week, streaming platforms are rolling out a diverse lineup of new movies and returning series, from the final chapter of a beloved period drama to high-stakes thrillers and insightful documentaries. Netflix is bringing the star-studded crime film The RIP and a behind-the-scenes look at Stranger Things 5. Meanwhile, Jio Hotstar bids farewell to the Crawley family with Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale and brings back the drama with Season 3 of 'Tell Me Lies.' Viewers can also look forward to the return of Industry on HBO Max and Hijack on Apple TV+, alongside a slate of new horror, comedy, and romance films available across various services. OTT Releases This Week Jan 12, 2026 One Last Adventure : The Making of Stranger Things 5 Documentary Netflix Language:English Running Time:NA IMDB Rating: 7.1/10 An inside look at the production process of Stranger Things 5 with Director Martina Radwan, who spent a full year on set documenting the creation of the final season.This documentary was mainly about how Stranger Things season 5 was filmed, with exclusive BTS moments, trivia fun facts, etc Jan 12, 2026 Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Romance Jio Hotstar Language:English Running Time: 2h 3m IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 Set in the summer of 1930, the final chapter of the Crawley family saga centers on Lady Mary's (Michelle Dockery) social disgrace following a scandalous divorce and a tryst with a con artist named Gus Sambrook. As the family faces financial peril, Lady Edith and Isobel Grey use their influence to restore the estate's reputation, culminating in a grand party featuring guest Noël Coward. The household undergoes a massive transition of power as Lord Grantham (Hugh Bonneville) and Cora move to the Dower House, officially handing the reins of the Abbey to Mary. Downstairs, longtime staff including Mr. Carson and Mrs. Patmore retire, making way for a new generation led by Andy and Daisy. The film concludes with a poignant 10-minute montage where Mary reflects on the legacy of late loved ones, notably Violet Crawley, providing a definitive and emotional farewell to the franchise. Jan 13, 2026 Dust Bunny Horror,Thriller Prime Video-Rent Language:English Running Time: 1h 47m IMDB Rating: 6.9/10 Limited Theatrical Release In Bryan Fuller's action-horror fairy tale Dust Bunny, eight-year-old Aurora (Sophie Sloan) becomes convinced that a literal monster living under her bed has devoured her family. To eliminate the creature, she hires her enigmatic neighbor, Resident 5B (Mads Mikkelsen), a professional hitman she mistakenly believes is a seasoned monster hunter. Suspicious that rival assassins actually targeted her family to get to him, 5B takes the job out of guilt. As they navigate a highly stylized, colorful underworld involving a ruthless mob handler (Sigourney Weaver) and various human threats, the pair must ultimately face the terrifying possibility that Aurora's supernatural fears are real. Jan 13, 2026 Rebuilding Drama Prime Video - Rent Language:English Running Time: 1h 35m IMDB Rating: 7.1/10 Limited Theatrical Release After a devastating wildfire decimates his family ranch and livelihood, Colorado cowboy Dusty Fraser (Josh O'Connor) is forced to relocate to a temporary FEMA trailer park. Stranded between a lost legacy and an uncertain future, the reticent rancher must decide whether to pursue work far away to afford reconstruction or take a local job to remain near his young daughter and ex-wife. Directed by Max Walker-Silverman, the film is a quiet, ruminative drama that explores the slow burn of emotional recovery, emphasizing how resilience and community can help redefine the meaning of home in the wake of disaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 13, 2026 Rental Family Comedy,Drama Prime Video - Rent Language:English,Japanese Running Time: 1h 50m IMDB Rating: 7.9/10 Limited Theatrical Release Set in modern-day Tokyo, Rental Family (2025) stars Brendan Fraser as Phillip, a struggling American expat actor who finds a new sense of purpose when he joins a unique agency that provides hired companions for various social and emotional roles. Directed by Hikari (Beef), the dramedy follows Phillip as he portrays characters ranging from a long-lost father to a specialized journalist for clients dealing with loneliness and cultural expectations. As his professional performances begin to blur with genuine emotional bonds, Phillip must navigate the moral complexities of selling emotion while confronting his own isolation. Jan 13, 2026 Song Sung Blue Musical drama Prime Video - Rent Language:English Running Time: 2h 13m IMDB Rating: 7.6/10 Song Sung Bluev is a biographical musical drama starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as Mike and Claire Sardina, a Milwaukee couple who formed the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder. The film depicts their rise to local stardom and their extraordinary resilience after a tragic accident results in Claire losing her leg. Jan 15, 2026 Bone Lake Horror,Thriller Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 35m IMDB Rating: 5.6/10 Diego and Sage's romantic vacation at a secluded lakeside estate gets upended when they're forced to share a mansion with a mysterious and attractive couple. Their dream getaway soon spirals into a nightmarish maze of sex, lies and manipulation as terrifying secrets come to light, triggering a bloody battle for survival. Jan 16, 2026 TheRIP : Trust Has a price Crime, Action Netflix Language:English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi Running Time:2h 13m IMDB Rating:TBA Direct OTT Release The Rip is a crime thriller directed by Joe Carnahan starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Set in Miami, the story follows a specialized narcotics team that seizes $20 million from a criminal stash house following the murder of their captain. The heist quickly spirals into a deadly game of survival as the officers are hunted by both the underworld and their own mounting paranoia, forcing them to decide how much they are willing to sacrifice when their internal trust finally breaks. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 16, 2026 Shell Horror Comedy Lionsgate Play Language:English Running Time: 1h 42m IMDB Rating:4.9/10 Limited Theatrical Release In the satirical body horror film Shell, a struggling actress (Elisabeth Moss) undergoes a radical anti-aging treatment at a prestigious wellness clinic run by a charismatic CEO (Kate Hudson). While the procedure initially revitalizes her career and appearance, she soon discovers that the treatment's monstrous secret involves disturbing genetic experiments and the mysterious disappearance of other patients. As the horrifying side effects manifest, she must confront the high cost of perfection and the clinic's dark truth. Jan 16, 2026 Black Phone 2 Horro,thriller peacock Language:English Running Time: 1h 54m IMDB Rating:6.1/10 The Black Phone 2 follows a teenage Finney and his sister Gwen as they face the return of The Grabber, who has resurfaced as a vengeful supernatural entity. After Gwen receives psychic visions of new victims at a remote winter camp, the siblings must confront the killer in both the physical world and a dangerous dream realm. To stop him, they uncover a dark family secret linking their late mother to the Grabber’s original crimes. Jan 16, 2026 Killer Whale Documentary Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 29m IMDB Rating:TBA Direct OTT Release In the survival thriller Killer Whale, two best friends, Maddie and Trish, travel to a remote lagoon in Thailand to heal from a personal tragedy. Their vacation turns into a fight for survival when they become trapped in an atoll with Ceto, a vengeful orca that recently escaped from captivity. As the highly intelligent predator hunts them down in an act of retribution, the women must rely on their wits and endurance to escape the water alive. Jan 16, 2026 Twinless Dark comedy Hulu Language:English Running Time: 1h 40m IMDB Rating:7.4/10 Limited Theatrcial Release Twinless is a psychological dramedy following Roman (Dylan O'Brien), who joins a support group after the tragic death of his twin brother. There, he forms an intense bond with Dennis (James Sweeney), a fellow "twinless twin" who provides the companionship Roman desperately needs. However, the friendship is built on a dark deception: Dennis never had a twin, but was actually a witness to the accident who inserted himself into Roman's life out of obsession and guilt. Jan 17, 2026 A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Drama,Romance Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 49m IMDB Rating:6.0/10 A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is a metaphysical romance that follows David (Colin Farrell) and Sarah (Margot Robbie), two strangers who meet at a wedding and are soon propelled into a supernatural road trip. Guided by a mysterious GPS and a vintage 1994 Saturn, the pair travels through magical portals to revisit pivotal, often painful memories from their pasts. This surreal journey serves as a form of virtual therapy, forcing them to confront their emotional baggage and fast-track a deep intimacy that challenges their shared cynicism about love. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 12, 2026 Financial Thriller HBO Max Series:Industry season 4 Language:English No Of Episodes:7 In Season 4 of Industry,the narrative shifts from the trading floor to a high-stakes corporate thriller centered on the fintech giant Tender. Following the collapse of Pierpoint, Harper Stern operates her own fund and targets Tender for a massive short sale, eventually reuniting with a retired Eric Tao to reclaim market dominance. Meanwhile, Yasmin Kara-Hanani maneuvers through high-society politics alongside Sir Henry Muck, and the series explores the volatile intersection of finance, digital privacy, and the adult content industry. Jan 13, 2026 Drama,Romance Jio Hotstar Series:Tell me Lies : Season 3 Language:English No Of Episodes:8 Season 3 of Tell Me Lies,centers on the toxic reconciliation of Lucy and Stephen during the 2008 spring semester. The plot kicks off with Stephen blackmailing Lucy into a recorded confession regarding her false allegations against Chris, while the 2015 timeline explores the Chernobyl-level fallout from the secrets revealed at Bree’s wedding. As characters like Bree and Wrigley bond over shared trauma, the arrival of new figures—including a psychology student named Alex and a freshman named Amanda—further destabilizes the group's fragile dynamics. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 14, 2026 Documentary Jio Hotstar Series:Pole To Pole With Will Smith Language:English No Of Episodes:NA In the National Geographic docuseries Pole to Pole with Will Smith, Will Smith embarks on a 100-day, 26,000-mile expedition spanning all seven continents. Inspired by a late mentor to explore life's big questions, Smith travels from the South Pole to the North Pole, pushing his physical limits through extreme challenges such as skiing across Antarctic icefields, milking venomous tarantulas in the Amazon, and scuba diving under Arctic ice. Jan 14 , 2026 Mystery, Thriller Apple TV+ Series:Hijack season 2 Language:English No Of Episodes:8 In Hijack Season 2, expert negotiator Sam Nelson (Idris Elba) trades the skies for the underground when a Berlin subway train and its hundreds of commuters are taken hostage. While authorities above ground scramble to respond, Sam finds himself at the center of the crisis under personal duress: he is blackmailed into hijacking the train himself to protect his ex-wife, Marsha, who is being held by shadowy figures at a remote location. Trapped in the claustrophobic tunnels of the Berlin U-Bahn, Sam must use his professional wits to navigate a lethal plot involving ticking bombs and a desperate train driver, all while investigators begin to question whether he is a hero or a suspect. Jan 15 , 2026 Historical Drama Netflix Series:Seven Dials Language:English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi No Of Episodes:3 Agatha Christie's Seven Dials follows the fizzingly inquisitive Lady Eileen Bundle Brent (Mia McKenna-Bruce) as she investigates a practical joke at a lavish country house party that ends in the mysterious death of her love interest. After seven alarm clocks are found lined up in the victim's room, Bundle is drawn into a high-stakes conspiracy involving a clandestine society known as the Seven Dials and a web of international espionage. Aided by Superintendent Battle (Martin Freeman) and her mother, Lady Caterham (Helena Bonham Carter), she must unravel a plot that threatens both her life and national security. Jan 15 , 2026 Romantic Drama Netflix Series:To Love To Lose Language:Turkish No Of Episodes:8 In the Turkish romantic drama To Love, To Lose, a star-crossed romance unexpectedly intertwines the fates of two families from opposite worlds. The story follows Afife, a dedicated screenwriter struggling to save her family's failing restaurant after discovering her mother's massive, unrepayable debt. Her life collides with Kemal (played by İbrahim Çelikkol), the stoic enforcer and heir to a powerful loan shark family sent to collect. As they navigate the tension of their initial conflict, they are drawn into an emotional journey that forces them to redefine their understanding of love, honor, and virtue. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 15 , 2026 Spy Thriller Jio Hotstar Series:PONIES : Person of No Interest Language:English No Of Episodes:8 Set in 1977 Moscow, the series Ponies follows two women, Bea (Emilia Clarke) and Twila (Haley Lu Richardson), who work as anonymous secretaries at the American Embassy. Known as PONIES —an intelligence acronym for Persons of No Interest—their lives are upended when their CIA operative husbands are killed under mysterious circumstances in the USSR. Thrust into the world of espionage, the two widows become operatives themselves to uncover a vast Cold War conspiracy and solve the mystery behind their husbands' deaths. The series is described as a dark and sexy spy thriller-comedy that explores the dangerous underbelly of the Soviet Union through the eyes of two women who are consistently underestimated by those around them Jan 15 , 2026 Historical fiction Netflix Series:Love Through a Prism Language:English No Of Episodes:20 The series follows Lili Ichijoin, a Japanese exchange student at a prestigious art academy who must become the top of her class to avoid being sent home. Her journey centers on a fierce artistic rivalry with the cold aristocratic prodigy Kit Church, eventually blossoming into a cross-cultural romance that challenges the rigid social and artistic boundaries of the era. Jan 16, 2026 Spy Thriller Netflix Series:Can This Love Be Translated Language:English,Korean, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi No Of Episodes:12 Can This Love Be Translated? is a romantic comedy that follows Joo Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho), a hyper-logical multilingual interpreter, and Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung), a global superstar with a blunt communication style. 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OTT Releases This Week January 12 to 18: From War Epic 120 Bahadur to Heist Comedy Bank of Bhagyalakshmi Bollywood
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OTT Releases This Week January 12 to 18: From War Epic 120 Bahadur to Heist Comedy Bank of Bhagyalakshmi

This week's lineup of OTT releases offers a diverse slate of films and series catering to a variety of tastes. Viewers can anticipate a mix of crime thrillers, comedies, social dramas, and more, with major platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5, and others dropping new content. Some of the notable releases include the heist comedy Bank of Bhagyalakshmi, the mythological adventure Mahasenha, and the gritty social drama Dhandoraa. OTT Releases This Week Jan 12, 2026 Bank of Bhagyalakshmi Crime,Comedy PrimeVideo Language:Kannada Running Time: 2h 32m IMDB Rating: 8.3/10 View Box Office Collection→ In the Kannada heist comedy Bank of Bhagyalakshmi, a group of amateur thieves led by the eccentric Kanaka (Dheekshith Shetty) plans a high-stakes robbery during a hectic election season. Their scheme quickly descends into chaos when they find only ₹66,999 in the vault and accidentally get trapped inside the building. As they hold the staff and customers hostage, the situation escalates into a satirical standoff involving the police, local media, and crooked politicians who have their own secrets hidden within the bank. The film blends humor and suspense as the inexperienced gang navigates a web of political corruption and personal dilemmas in a desperate attempt to escape. Jan 13, 2026 Mahasenha Adventure, Mythological Aha Tamil Language:Tamil Running Time: 2h 15m IMDB Rating: 8.6/10 View Box Office Collection→ Set in the mystical Kurangani hills of Theni, Mahasenha (2025) is a mythological action thriller that follows the tribal villagers' struggle to protect a sacred Yaali sculpture (Yaliswaran idol) from corrupt forest official Prathap (John Vijay) and a scheming outsider named Ganga. The narrative centers on Senguttuvan (Vemal), a traditional tribal guardian who must simultaneously thwart the smuggling plot and track down his pet elephant, Sena, after it goes into musth and flees into the wilderness following a tragic accident involving his daughter. Jan 13, 2026 Anantha BioPic JioHotstar Language:Tamil,Telugu,Hindi Running Time:TBA IMDB Rating:TBA Direct OTT Release Directed by Suresh Krissna, Anantha is a spiritual anthology film released to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. The narrative weaves together five interconnected stories of individuals from diverse backgrounds—including a corporate professional in Mumbai, a dancer in Chennai, and a foreign devotee in Kolkata—who find hope and transformation through divine grace. Rather than a standard linear biography, the film serves as a "living offering" that highlights Sai Baba’s core philosophy of Love All, Serve All, illustrating how faith can turn personal suffering into inner peace. Jan 14, 2026 Dhandoraa Social Drama Prime Video Language:Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi Running Time: 2h 15m IMDB Rating: 9.4/10 View Box Office Collection→ Dhandoraa is a gritty Telugu social drama directed by Murali Kanth that examines the brutal realities of caste discrimination and the fight for dignity in death. Set in rural Telangana across a dual timeline (2004 and the present), the story follows Sivaji (played by Sivaji), an upper-caste patriarch whose rigid fanaticism once destroyed his family—including his daughter Sujatha, who fell for a man from a lower caste. Years later, after Sivaji's own death, the narrative shifts to his estranged son Vishnu (Shree Nandu), who must battle village elders who refuse to allow his father a proper burial in the caste cemetery. Through a series of courtroom confrontations and emotional revelations, the film highlights Sivaji's eventual transformation and the enduring human spirit's struggle against deep-seated social hierarchies. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 15, 2026 Kirkkan Crime Drama SunNXT Language: Malayalam Running Time:2h 1m IMDB Rating: 8.0/10 Kirkkan is a crime thriller that centers on the mysterious death of 23-year-old Rachel (Anarkali Marikar) in a hilly township. Although found hanging with a suicide note, a post-mortem report soon confirms it was murder, prompting an intense investigation. Set primarily within a single police station, the narrative follows local officers—portrayed by Kani Kusruti and Salim Kumar—as they peel back layers of conspiracy through rigorous interrogations to uncover a shocking and unusual motive. Jan 16, 2026 kalamkaval Adventure, Drama SONY Liv Language:Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi Running Time: 2h 17m IMDB Rating: 7.5/10 View Box Office Collection→ Kalamkaval is an investigative thriller directed by Jithin K. Jose and produced by Mammootty Kampany. Set in 2003, the film follows SI Jayakrishnan (Vinayakan) as he uncovers a series of mysterious deaths involving women across the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. The narrative centers on a chilling cat-and-mouse game with Stanley Das (Mammootty), a deceptive serial killer based on the real-life "Cyanide Mohan," who uses his unassuming persona to manipulate victims and even embed himself within the police investigation to evade capture. Jan 16, 2026 Bha Bha Ba Action, Comedy Zee5 Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 33m IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 View Box Office Collection→ Bha. Bha. Ba. is an action-comedy spoof that follows a mysterious Commoner named Ram Damodar (Dileep) who creates statewide chaos by kidnapping the Chief Minister of Kerala, CK Joseph. Instead of seeking a ransom, the kidnapper uses his position to demand that the public submit their grievances directly to the CM, while he simultaneously seeks personal vengeance for past insults to his family. The investigation is led by the CM's son, an NEA officer (Vineeth Sreenivasan), who eventually uncovers Ram’s tragic past and his connection to a legendary gangster mentor, "Ghillibala" (Mohanlal). Jan 16, 2026 Gurram Paapi Reddy Comedy, Crime Zee5 Language:Telugu Running Time: 2h 40m IMDB Rating: 9.6/10 View Box Office Collection→ Gurram Paapi Reddy is a Telugu crime comedy starring Naresh Agastya and Faria Abdullah. The plot follows Paapi Reddy, a man desperate to recover lost savings, who leads an eccentric crew on a bizarre mission to exhume a corpse in Srisailam and swap it with another in Hyderabad for a ₹10 crore reward. The heist quickly spirals into chaos as it is revealed to be a revenge plot against two deceitful brothers from a royal lineage, leading to a comedic legal battle and high-stakes twists. Jan 16, 2026 Mastiii 4 Adult comedy Zee5 Language:Hindi Running Time: 2h 21m IMDB Rating: 3.1/10 View Box Office Collection→ In Mastiii 4,Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani return as three friends living in the United Kingdom who are desperate to escape their monotonous married lives. After discovering a "Love Visa"—a one-week annual pass for consequence-free extramarital fun—they convince their wives to grant them the same freedom. Their attempts at flings quickly spiral into a Reverse Masti scenario of chaotic misunderstandings and deceptions as they become convinced their wives are the ones actually having affairs. Jan 16, 2026 Bandook Crime Thriller Lionsgate Play Language:Kannada Running Time:2h 36m IMDB Rating:7.7/10 Bandook is a psychological crime thriller that weaves together two converging timelines: a serial killer investigation and the hidden secrets of an orphanage. The plot follows a grieving investigator and his wife, an IPS officer, as they track a series of ritualistic murders on a remote river island. Central to the mystery is Mitra, a street-smart young man whose true identity as an abused orphan seeking vengeance reveals a deeper cycle of trauma and institutional corruption. Critics noted the film for its atmospheric cinematography and complex psychological depth, though some found its nonlinear narrative and graphic violence occasionally overwhelming. Jan 16, 2026 Shell Horror,Comedy Lionsgate Play Language:English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi Running Time: 1h 42m IMDB Rating: 4.9/10 Limited Theatrical Release In the satirical body horror film Shell, a struggling actress (Elisabeth Moss) undergoes a radical anti-aging treatment at a prestigious wellness clinic run by a charismatic CEO (Kate Hudson). While the procedure initially revitalizes her career and appearance, she soon discovers that the treatment's monstrous secret involves disturbing genetic experiments and the mysterious disappearance of other patients. As the horrifying side effects manifest, she must confront the high cost of perfection and the clinic's dark truth. Jan 16, 2026 120 Bahadur War,Action PrimeVideo Language: Hindi Running Time: 2h 17m IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Set during the 1962 Sino-Indian War, 120 Bahadur tells the heroic true story of Major Shaitan Singh and the 120 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon Regiment's Charlie Company. Positioned at 18,000 feet in Rezang La, the vastly outnumbered platoon makes a legendary last stand against over 3,000 Chinese troops to protect the strategic Chushul sector. Directed by Razneesh Ghai and starring Farhan Akhtar, the film depicts their transition from a tactical defensive to a brutal hand-to-hand battle, ultimately honoring the sacrifice of the men who inflicted massive casualties on the enemy despite freezing conditions and a lack of artillery support. Jan 16, 2026 The RIP : Trust Has a price Crime,Action Netflix Language:English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi Running Time: 2h 13m IMDB Rating:TBA Direct OTT Release The Rip is a crime thriller directed by Joe Carnahan starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Set in Miami, the story follows a specialized narcotics team that seizes $20 million from a criminal stash house following the murder of their captain. The heist quickly spirals into a deadly game of survival as the officers are hunted by both the underworld and their own mounting paranoia, forcing them to decide how much they are willing to sacrifice when their internal trust finally breaks. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 14, 2026 Crime,Thriller Netflix Series:Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Language:Hindi, Tamil, Telugu No Of Episodes:7 Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web is an intense crime thriller that explores the high-stakes world of Indian Customs enforcement. The series follows Superintendent Arjun Meena (Emraan Hashmi) and his elite task force at Mumbai International Airport as they engage in a global cat-and-mouse game to dismantle a powerful smuggling syndicate led by the elusive Bada Choudhary (Sharad Kelkar). Spanning locations from Milan to Bangkok, the narrative focuses on strategic intelligence and quiet courage over traditional action, highlighting the meticulous work required to track contraband through coded routes and false manifests. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 16, 2026 Romatic Comedy Netflix Series:Can This Love Be Translated Language:Korean, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, English No Of Episodes:12 Can This Love Be Translated? is a romantic comedy that follows Joo Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho), a hyper-logical multilingual interpreter, and Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung), a global superstar with a blunt communication style. 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Crisis in Kollywood: Structural Shifts, OTT Market Corrections, and the Vacuum of Thalapathy Vijay's Retirement Kollywood
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Crisis in Kollywood: Structural Shifts, OTT Market Corrections, and the Vacuum of Thalapathy Vijay's Retirement

The Tamil film industry, once the pioneer of the Pan-India wave, is currently facing a series of structural challenges. As 2025 draws to a close and the 2026 festival season kicks off with the postponement of Jana Nayagan, industry analysts are pointing toward a deeper crisis involving rising costs, shifting audience habits, and a massive power vacuum in the making. Thalapathy Vijay's transition into full-time politics following the release of Jana Nayagan is the most significant economic blow to the industry in recent years.According to theatre owners, Vijay's retirement is expected to result in a potential yearly loss of ₹10-20 Lakhs in revenue, a figure that sustains many small-scale exhibitors through leaner months. Vijay has been the primary driver for theater occupancy in Tamil Nadu, particularly in B and C centers, where his films consistently guaranteed footfalls regardless of critical reception. With his departure, exhibitors—who are already struggling with a lack of consistent hits in 2025—fear a permanent decline in the mass movie culture that has sustained single screens for decades. The digital and satellite marketplace is currently undergoing a significant bubble burst,marking a sharp correction in how Southern content is valued. Recent reports suggest that major OTT players have slashed their acquisition prices by 40% to 50% compared to 2024 levels. This shift reflects a move away from the aggressive, high-value bidding wars that characterized the post-pandemic era, as streaming platforms now prioritize sustainable returns over mere library expansion. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   This market correction has created a growing disparity between skyrocketing star salaries and the actual return on investment (ROI). While top-tier stars like Vijay, Ajith Kumar, and Rajinikanth continue to command remunerations between ₹150 crore and ₹250 crore, OTT buyers are no longer willing to pay inflated premiums. Platforms are increasingly demanding guaranteed Pan-India performance and proven theatrical footfalls before committing to high-value digital rights. Compounding these financial pressures is a deepening conflict between exhibitors and producers over the theatrical release window. Theater owners are advocating for a strict eight-week exclusive theatrical window starting in 2026 to protect the revenue of single screens and B&C centers. This demand has created significant friction with streaming partners, who typically favor a four-week window to capitalize on digital marketing momentum, further complicating the revenue models for upcoming big-budget releases. The postponement of Jana Nayagan—reportedly due to censor issues is a symptom of an industry in transition. As Kollywood prepares for a post-Vijay era, the focus is shifting toward content over stardom and Pan-India collaboration to survive the ongoing financial correction.

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OTT Release this week Jan 5 to Jan 11: Predator: Badlands, The Night Manager S2, Caught Stealing, and More Hollywood
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OTT Release this week Jan 5 to Jan 11: Predator: Badlands, The Night Manager S2, Caught Stealing, and More

The English-language OTT landscape for the second week of January 2026 is defined by a heavy influx of franchise sequels and high-profile original features across Netflix, Prime Video, and JioHotstar. Leading the slate is the digital debut of Predator: Badlands on Prime Video and the arrival of Tron: Ares on JioHotstar. This week also marks the return of several major scripted series, most notably the second season of the British spy thriller The Night Manager and the medical drama The Pitt.Below is the detailed breakdown of the English releases scheduled between January 5 and January 11. OTT Releases This Week Jan 5, 2026 Predator: Badlands Action,Adventure Prime Video -Rent Language:English Running Time: 1h 47m IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 View Box Office Collection→ Predator: Badlands follows Dek, a young Yautja outcast who is exiled to the lethal planet Genna to prove his worth by hunting the unkillable Kalisk. In a franchise first, the film focuses on the Predator as the primary protagonist, depicting his unlikely alliance with Thia (Elle Fanning), a damaged Weyland-Yutani android. Stripped of his advanced technology, Dek must rely on his wits and organic weaponry to survive both the planet's hostile ecosystem and a ruthless corporate synthetic named Tessa. The film concludes with Dek's return to his homeworld, where he overthrows his father to become a clan leader, setting the stage for a sequel involving his arrival mother. Jan 6, 2026 Hallow Road Thriller Prime Video Language:English Running Time: 1h 20m IMDB Rating: 6.0/10 Limited Theatrical Release In the psychological thriller Hallow Road, a married couple, Maddie (Rosamund Pike) and Frank (Matthew Rhys), are jolted awake at 2:00 AM by a panicked phone call from their teenage daughter, Alice, who has accidentally hit a pedestrian on a remote forest road. The film unfolds in near real-time as the parents race through the night to reach her, maintaining a continuous phone connection that forces them to coach her through a medical emergency while clashing over a potential cover-up. As they descend deeper into the darkness, the domestic drama takes a sharp, sinister turn into folk horror, revealing that they are not the only ones stalking the road and leaving the family's survival in question. Jan 6, 2026 Not Without Hope Drama,Thriller Prime Video Language:English Running Time: 1h 59m IMDB Rating: 5.6/10 Limited Theatrical Release Not Without Hope is a survival thriller based on the true story of four friends, including NFL players Marquis Cooper and Corey Smith, whose fishing boat capsizes 70 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico. Trapped in freezing waters and facing an approaching storm, the men struggle for survival against hypothermia and sharks while the U.S. Coast Guard launches a desperate rescue mission. The film, starring Zachary Levi and Josh Duhamel, follows the harrowing 43-hour ordeal that ultimately left Nick Schuyler as the sole survivor. Jan 6, 2026 Peter Hujars Day Biographical Drama Prime Video Language:English Running Time: 1h 16m IMDB Rating: 6.5/10 Limited Theatrical Release Set in December 1974, Peter Hujar's Day is an intimate biographical drama that unfolds entirely within a New York City apartment during a single afternoon. The narrative follows photographer Peter Hujar (Ben Whishaw) as he recounts the minute details of his previous 24 hours to writer Linda Rosenkrantz (Rebecca Hall) for an experimental book project. Adapted from real-life interview transcripts, the film captures Hujar’s reflections on the mundane rhythms of 1970s downtown life alongside professional encounters with cultural icons like Susan Sontag and Allen Ginsberg. Through their freewheeling and vulnerable conversation, director Ira Sachs provides a pointillistic portrait of an artist navigating creative struggle and mortality in a bygone era of New York queer history. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 6, 2026 Zodiac Killer Project Documentary Prime Video Language:English Running Time: 1h 37m IMDB Rating: 6.6/10 Limited Theatrical Release Zodiac Killer Project is an experimental meta-documentary by director Charlie Shackleton that critiques the true-crime genre. After failing to secure rights to adapt a book claiming a law-enforcement cover-up of the Zodiac case, Shackleton repurposed his footage into a self-aware ghost of a movie. The film uses 16mm shots of mundane California landscapes to deconstruct how the industry manipulates ordinary locations and facts to create suspense, ultimately serving as an expose on the artifice of modern documentary storytelling. Jan 7, 2026 Tron: Ares Adventure,Sci-fic Jio Hotstar Language:English Running Time: 1h 59m IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 Set 15 years after Tron: Legacy, the film follows Ares (Jared Leto), a sophisticated AI assassin created by Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters) to retrieve the Permanence Code—a breakthrough by Kevin Flynn that allows digital constructs to exist permanently in the physical world. Sent into reality on a dangerous mission, Ares begins to experience human sensations for the first time and eventually goes rogue, aligning with ENCOM CEO Eve Kim (Greta Lee) to prevent Dillinger from using the technology for military dominance. As the boundaries between the digital and real worlds blur, Ares faces off against his former allies in a high-stakes battle that determines the future of both realms. Jan 8, 2026 Weapons Horror,Thriller Jio Hotstar Language:English Running Time: 2h 8m IMDB Rating: 7.5/10 Weapons is a non-linear horror-mystery set in the small town of Maybrook, Pennsylvania, where 17 schoolchildren from a single classroom mysteriously vanish at exactly 2:17 a.m.. The investigation, told through six interconnected perspectives, follows a teacher (Julia Garner) and a grieving father (Josh Brolin) as they uncover a chilling supernatural truth: the children were "weaponized" and summoned by Gladys, a centuries-old witch, who siphons their life force to maintain her youth. Directed by Zach Cregger, the film serves as a brutal allegory for grief, addiction, and the failure of authority figures to protect the vulnerable. Jan 8, 2026 Soul on Fire Biographical Drama Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 52m IMDB Rating: 6.1/10 Soul on Fire is an inspirational biographical drama based on the life of John O'Leary, who survived a 1987 gasoline explosion that left him with burns over 100% of his body. The film follows his miraculous recovery from a 1% chance of survival, bolstered by the support of his family and a mentorship from legendary sportscaster Jack Buck. Spanning from the initial tragedy to his struggles with self-worth in early adulthood, the story culminates in O'Leary’s transformation into a world-renowned motivational speaker. Released by Sony’s Affirm Films, it stars Joel Courtney as John and William H. Macy as Buck. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 9, 2026 People We Meet on Vacation Romantic Comedy Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 58m IMDB Rating:NA Direct OTT Release The movie follows Poppy Wright (Emily Bader) and Alex Nilsen (Tom Blyth), two polar-opposite best friends who have shared an annual summer vacation for over a decade. After a mysterious falling-out two years prior left them estranged, Poppy—stuck in a rut and longing for the last time she was truly happy—convinces Alex to take one final trip to Barcelona to mend their friendship. As they navigate a high-stakes week including a destination wedding, the pair is forced to confront the deep romantic feelings they have long ignored Jan 9, 2026 The Tale of Silyan Documentary Jio Hotstar Language:English Running Time: 1h 20m IMDB Rating:7.5/10 Limited Theatrcial Release The Tale of Silyan is a documentary-fable by Tamara Kotevska (Honeyland) that intertwines the real-world economic struggle of a Macedonian farmer with local folklore. After his wife and daughter migrate to Germany for work, elderly farmer Nikola takes a job at a local landfill, where he rescues an injured white stork. He names the bird Silyan—after a mythical figure who was transformed into a stork for defying his father—and as he nurses the bird back to health, their unlikely bond becomes a poetic meditation on loneliness, resilience, and the human connection to the land. Jan 9, 2026 Chain Reactions Documentary Shudder Language:English Running Time: 1h 43m IMDB Rating:7.1/10 Limited Theatrcial Release Chain Reactions is a documentary examining the 50-year legacy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974). The film explores how Tobe Hooper's work impacted artists like Stephen King and Takashi Miike through personal anecdotes and archival footage, detailing how the low-budget production influenced global cinema. Jan 10, 2026 Caught Stealing Thriller,Crime Netflix Language:English Running Time: 1h 47m IMDB Rating:6.9/10 Limited Theatrcial Release Caught Stealing follows Hank Thompson (Austin Butler), a burned-out former baseball prodigy turned bartender whose life descends into chaos after he agrees to cat-sit for his neighbor. This seemingly simple favor unwittingly plunges him into a violent criminal underworld where rival Russian mobsters, Hasidic assassins, and a corrupt detective relentlessly hunt him for a $4 million secret hidden by his neighbor. Directed by Darren Aronofsky, the film blends intense action with black comedy as Hank must navigate a treacherous treasure hunt across the East Village to survive. Jan 7, 2026 SHIBOYUGI: Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table Animation Netflix Series:SHIBOYUGI: Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table Language:Japanese,English No Of Episodes:11 In a deranged world where teenagers participate in lethal competitions to earn a living, 17-year-old Yuki Sorimachi is a seasoned professional survivor who competes to pay off her family's crushing debt. Unlike her terrified peers, Yuki approaches each trap-filled arena—such as the lethal Ghost House with a cold, tactical composure, aiming to achieve a legendary record of 99 consecutive wins. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 8, 2026 Thriller,Mystery Netflix Series:His & Hers Language:English,Hindi,Tamil,Telugu No Of Episodes:6 His & Hers follows Anna (Tessa Thompson), a reclusive former news anchor who becomes obsessed with a brutal murder in her sleepy hometown of Dahlonega. Her interest draws the suspicion of lead detective Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal), who also happens to be her estranged husband. As the two vie to solve the case, each begins to suspect the other of involvement, leading to a tense investigation where personal secrets and past betrayals resurface. The psychological thriller explores the idea that there are "two sides to every story," and someone is always lying. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 8, 2026 Documentary Netflix Series:Unlocked: A Jail Experiment - Season 2 Language:English No Of Episodes:8 Season 2 of the Netflix docuseries Unlocked: A Jail Experiment, moves the radical social experiment to the Pinal County Correctional Facility in Arizona. Under the supervision of Sheriff Ross Teeple, inmates in a high-security pod are granted 24/7 autonomy with unlocked cell doors for six weeks. The series documents their attempt to self-govern and reduce recidivism while navigating intense internal power struggles, racial tensions, and the challenges of maintaining order without constant officer intervention. Jan 8 , 2026 Crime Drama Netflix Series:The Rookie Language:English No Of Episodes:5 In 2026, The Rookie Season 8 features John Nolan and the Mid-Wilshire team traveling to Prague for a high-stakes international sting involving the FBI and Interpol. Back in Los Angeles, the season explores Tim Bradford’s family history, including the introduction of his mother, and the evolving Chenford relationship across 18 uninterrupted episodes. Jan 9 , 2026 Medical Drama Jio Hotstar Series:The pitt season 2 Language:English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi No Of Episodes:15 The second season of the medical drama The Pitt unfolds in near real-time over a high-stakes 15-hour July 4th shift at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. The narrative follows Dr. Michael Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) during his final shift before a sabbatical, as he clashes with his tech-focused replacement, Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi (Sepideh Moafi), over the integration of AI in emergency care. Against a backdrop of chaotic holiday traumas, the season also navigates the professional return of Dr. Frank Langdon (Patrick Ball) from rehab, testing the team's resilience and veteran instincts. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 9 , 2026 Historical drama Jio Hotstar Series:A Thousand Blows - season 2 Language:English No Of Episodes:6 A Thousand Blows follows the primary characters at their lowest points as they navigate a landscape of revenge, scheming, and redemption. Hezekiah Moscow is now a shadow of himself, haunted by the death of his best friend Alec and feeling deeply betrayed by Mary. Meanwhile, a disgraced and alcoholic Sugar Goodson remains estranged from his family. The narrative shifts when Mary Carr returns to Wapping with her loyal lieutenant, Alice Diamond, to reassemble the Forty Elephants gang and execute a high-stakes plan to reclaim her crown. Jan 11, 2026 Spy Thriller Prime Video Series:The Night Manager - Season 2 Language:English,Hindi No Of Episodes:6 Set eight years after the events of the first season, The Night Manager Season 2 follows Jonathan Pine (Tom Hiddleston) as he is pulled out of seclusion to face a new, even more sophisticated international arms threat. Recruited once again by British intelligence, Pine must go deeper undercover than ever before, navigating a treacherous landscape of modern global conflict that extends far beyond the legacy of Richard Roper. 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OTT Release this week Jan 5 to Jan 11: Akhanda 2, De De Pyaar De 2, Splitsvilla 16, and More Bollywood
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OTT Release this week Jan 5 to Jan 11: Akhanda 2, De De Pyaar De 2, Splitsvilla 16, and More

The first full week of January 2026 brings a robust lineup of digital premieres across India’s leading streaming platforms, including Netflix, JioHotstar, Zee5, and SonyLIV. This week’s schedule is highlighted by the digital arrival of major theatrical sequels such as the Telugu action-drama Akhanda 2: Thaandavam and the Hindi romantic-comedy De De Pyaar De 2. OTT Releases This Week Jan 6, 2026 Jigris Drama SunNXT Language:Telugu Running Time: 2h 30m IMDB Rating: 9.6/10 View Box Office Collection→ Jigris is a Telugu road-trip comedy-drama that follows four childhood friends—Karthik, Praveen, Vinay, and Prashanth—who reunite for a spontaneous journey to Goa in a beat-up Maruti 800 to fulfill the dying wish of Prashanth, who is battling terminal cancer. What begins as a chaotic and hilarious adventure, complicated by the loss of their phones and money, transitions into a deeply emotional narrative during the final act as the weight of Prashanth's illness and the strength of their brotherhood take center stage. Jan 5, 2026 Naanu Matthu Gunda 2 Comedy,Drama Zee5 Language:Kannada Running Time: 2h 19m IMDB Rating: 7.4/10 Direct OTT Release Naanu Matthu Gunda 2 follows Gunda’s unwavering loyalty as he guards his late master Shankara’s grave before eventually passing away. The story shifts to Shankara's son, who initially resents the dog but later embarks on a spiritual quest to find Gunda's reincarnation. The film explores themes of eternal love and the bond between humans and animals across lifetimes. Jan 5, 2026 Heer Express Comedy Drama Jio Hotstar Language:Hindi Running Time: 2h 20m IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 View Box Office Collection→ Heer Express is a heartwarming Bollywood family drama that follows Heer Walia (Divita Juneja), a spirited young woman from Punjab who runs a dhaba started by her late mother. Encouraged by her doting uncles to pursue her passion for cooking, she moves to London to manage an Indian restaurant, only to discover deep-seated family secrets involving its owner, TJ (Ashutosh Rana). As she navigates personal and cultural challenges in a new country, Heer must balance her own dreams with complex family legacies in this tale of resilience and familial bonds. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 8, 2026 Radheyaa Crime Drama SunNXT Language: Kannada Running Time:2h 1m IMDB Rating: 5.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Radheyaa is a Kannada psychological thriller starring Krishna Ajai Rao as a serial killer who surrenders after committing 36 murders, including those of his wife and unborn child. The plot follows a crime reporter (Dhanya Balakrishna) as she interviews him in prison to uncover his motives. The story explores his traumatic childhood and the psychological factors that turned him into a cold-blooded killer, ultimately questioning the possibility of redemption for such extreme crimes. Jan 9, 2026 Mask Adventure, Drama Zee5 Language:Tamil Running Time: 2h 10m IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ In the dark comedy heist thriller Mask, Velu (Kavin), a morally ambiguous private detective driven by greed, is blackmailed by Bhumi (Andrea Jeremiah), a powerful woman running a criminal enterprise behind an NGO front. When a mysterious gang in Radha Ravi masks steals ₹440 crore of election black money from her, Bhumi forces Velu to track them down within seven days. As Velu investigates, he uncovers hidden connections and double-crosses, leading to an explosive high-stakes battle between various bad people fighting for survival and the massive fortune. Jan 9, 2026 Ronny Action, Drama Zee5 Language:Kannada Running Time: 2h 28m IMDB Rating: 9.0/10 View Box Office Collection→ Ronny: The Ruler centers on Raghava, an aspiring actor whose dreams of stardom are shattered after he accidentally kills the son of a powerful underworld don. Following a five-year prison sentence, he emerges with the new, feared identity of Ronny, a mass rowdy who uses his influence to dismantle corrupt systems. Despite his transition into the violent underworld, Raghava internally remains an artist, struggling with a duality between his "bloodstained" reality and his original goal of finding redemption through artistic expression. The film follows his attempts to navigate intense gang rivalries and complicated love interests while trying to reclaim his life as an actor. Jan 9, 2026 Yellow Romance, Drama PrimeVideo Language:Tamil Running Time: 2h 16m IMDB Rating: 6.7/10 View Box Office Collection→ Yellow is an adventure drama starring Poornima Ravi as Aadhirai, a young woman feeling suffocated by a monotonous bank job and family burdens. Following her father's advice to live in the moment, she embarks on a transformative solo road trip through Kerala. During her journey, she meets a fellow traveler (Vaibhav Murugesan) and learns to break free from her mechanical routine, ultimately finding emotional healing and a renewed sense of self-identity. Jan 9, 2026 Udaala Romance, Drama PrimeVideo Language:Kannada Running Time: 2h 42m IMDB Rating: 8.4/10 View Box Office Collection→ Udaala is a Kannada action-drama that follows Pakkya (Pruthvi Shamanur), a street-smart auto driver in Bijapur who enrolls in college to win the heart of Pinky (Hrithika Srinivas), a girl with a dangerous obsession with firearms. Their lighthearted romance takes a dark turn when a reckless prank involving a homemade gun entangles them with a local crime lord, forcing the duo into a chaotic chase through the streets of North Karnataka. Directed by Amol Patil, the film is noted for its authentic use of the Bijapur dialect and its blend of campus comedy with gritty crime elements. Jan 9, 2026 Salliyargal Drama OTTPlus Language:Tamil Running Time: 1h 47m Direct OTT Release Salliyargal is a gritty war drama directed by T. Kittu that focuses on the unsung medical wing during the Sri Lankan Civil War. The story centers on a dedicated team of doctors, led by Sathyadevi, who operate in high-risk underground bunker hospitals to treat the wounded. Highlighting the humanitarian side of the conflict, the narrative follows these medical professionals as they uphold their ethics by treating both comrades and enemy soldiers while facing constant bombardment and moral dilemmas. Jan 9, 2026 Mahasenha Adventure,Drama SimplySouth Language:Tamil Running Time: 2h 15m IMDB Rating: 9.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Mahasenha is a Tamil mythological thriller about a tribal man (Vemal) in the Kurangani hills whose life and community are threatened by a corrupt forest officer's plot to steal their sacred Yaali idol, with his beloved elephant, Sena, becoming entangled in the conflict and serving as the village's protector. Jan 9, 2026 Angammal Drama SunNXT Language: Tamil Running Time: 1h 57m IMDB Rating: 8.9/10 View Box Office Collection→ Set in a remote 1990s Tamil Nadu village, Angammal follows a fiercely independent widow who has spent her life traditionally wearing a sari without a blouse. The quiet stability of her life is shattered when her son, a doctor, returns from the city and demands she "civilize" herself by wearing a blouse to impress his affluent prospective in-laws. What starts as a simple dispute over clothing evolves into a profound battle for bodily autonomy and personal identity, as Angammal refuses to sacrifice her comfort for modern societal standards. Adapted from Perumal Murugan's short story Kodithuni, the film explores the widening generational gap and the cost of maintaining one's freedom in a conforming world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 9, 2026 Akhanda 2: Thaandavam Drama,Action Netflix Language:Telugu,Hindi,Kannada,Malayalam,Tamil Running Time: 2h 50m IMDB Rating: 6.9/10 View Box Office Collection→ In the legendary Aghori warrior Akhanda (Nandamuri Balakrishna) returns to fulfill his promise of protecting Janani (Harshaali Malhotra), the daughter of his twin Murali Krishna. Now an 18-year-old scientist with the DRDO, Janani becomes a target after developing a vaccine to counter a deadly bio-weapon unleashed by a vengeful Chinese general and a corrupt Indian politician during the Maha Kumbh Mela. To save the nation from this biological and spiritual assault, Akhanda must navigate from the Himalayas to the Ganges, battling both human adversaries and mystical foes like the dark tantric Netra (Aadhi Pinisetty). The film concludes with Akhanda defeating the masterminds at the border, restoring national faith through a high-voltage blend of action and divine justice Jan 9, 2026 De De Pyaar De 2 Comedy,Romance Netflix Language:Hindi Running Time: 2h 27m IMDB Rating: 7.7/10 View Box Office Collection→ De De Pyaar De 2 flips the script of the original as Ashish (Ajay Devgn) travels to Chandigarh to win over Ayesha’s (Rakul Preet Singh) family. The plot centers on the comedic clash between Ashish and Ayesha’s father, Rakesh (R. Madhavan), who struggles to accept a son-in-law his own age despite his "progressive" values. The sequel explores themes of ageism and family hypocrisy as the couple fights to prove their relationship is based on maturity rather than a mid-life crisis. Jan 9, 2026 Jato Kando Kolkatatei Mystery,Thriller Zee5 Language:Bengali Running Time: 2h 7m IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 View Box Office Collection→ Joto Kando Kolkatatei is a mystery-drama directed by Anik Dutta that pays tribute to Satyajit Ray’s Feluda universe. The story follows Saba, a woman from Dhaka, who arrives in Kolkata to trace her ancestral roots using an old photograph. She enlists the help of Toposmitro (Topshe), a private investigator and Feluda enthusiast played by Abir Chatterjee. Together, they navigate a trail of riddles across Kolkata and North Bengal, uncovering long-buried family secrets and historical mysteries in a journey steeped in nostalgia and classic detective tropes. Jan 8, 2026 Mystery,Thriller ETVWin Series:Constable Kanakam - season 2 Language: Telugu No Of Episodes:NA young officer Kanakam (Varsha Bollamma) deepens her investigation into the eerie disappearances of women in the village of Repalle. This season centers on the search for her missing friend, Chandrika, leading Kanakam into the treacherous, fog-shrouded Adavigutta forest. As she navigates professional backlash and personal danger, she uncovers a vast conspiracy involving local politics and dangerous hidden predators. Supported by the sincere Head Constable (Rajeev Kanakala), Kanakam must confront the perpetrator’s true nature to finally bring justice to the victims. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 9, 2026 Political Thriller SonyLiv Series:Freedom at Midnight season 2 Language:Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam No Of Episodes:8 Season 2 of Freedom at Midnight,shifts its focus to the visceral aftermath of India's 1947 independence and the Partition. The narrative explores the massive refugee crisis and the "impossible decisions" faced by leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi, and Sardar Patel as they navigate diplomatic crises, communal unrest, and the arduous task of integrating over 500 princely states into a fractured republic. This season moves beyond political corridors to highlight the profound human cost of nation-building, concluding with the final months of Mahatma Gandhi's life. Jan 9, 2026 Crime Documentary Zee5 Series:Honeymoon Se Hatya Language:Hindi No Of Episodes:5 Honeymoon Se Hatya is a chilling five-part true-crime docudrama that uncovers real-life cases of marital betrayal where wives murdered their husbands.The series uses dramatic re-enactments and expert interviews to explore the psychological motives and hidden fractures behind these crimes. A central focus is the infamous Blue Drum murder from Meerut, where a woman and her lover dismembered her husband and hid the remains in a cement-filled drum. Through its investigative lens, the show examines the dark transition from newlywed bliss to fatal control, challenging idealized perceptions of marriage. Jan 9, 2026 Drama, Romance Zee5 Series:Ekam Season 1 Language:Kannada No Of Episodes:7 The first season of the Kannada web series Ekam is a seven-episode anthology rooted in the coastal Karavali region of Karnataka. Each episode explores distinct, timeless stories of local people, weaving together universal human experiences like identity crises, euphoria, and liberation against a backdrop of regional traditions such as bhootaaradhane. Produced by Paramvah Studios and featuring an ensemble cast including Prakash Raj and Raj B. Shetty, the series uses the diverse landscapes and dialects of coastal India to tell stories that are deeply local yet globally resonant. Jan 9, 2026 Drama, Romance Hotstar Series:Splitsvilla Season 16 Language:Hindi No Of Episodes:NA This season introduces a brutal financial twist where contestants must constantly choose between building genuine romantic connections and opting for massive cash rewards or strategic advantages.Set against a luxurious casino-themed backdrop at the Chariot Beach Resort in Mahabalipuram, the villa’s drama is further intensified by Mischief Makers Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed, who are tasked with disrupting alliances and testing the loyalties of a diverse group of contestants, including familiar faces like Roadies fame Niharika Tiwari and Kushal Tanwar. /* ---------- OTT Section ---------- */ .ott-section { font-family: "Nunito Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 960px; margin: 20px auto; padding: 20px; background: #fafafa; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); } .ott-section * { font-style: normal !important; } .ott-section h2 { font-size: 1.8rem; margin-bottom: 18px; color: #222; border-bottom: 2px solid #e6e6e6; padding-bottom: 10px; font-weight: 600; } /* ---------- Card ---------- */ .ott-card { position: relative; background: #fff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 20px; box-shadow: 0 1px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05); } /* ---------- Date pill ---------- */ .ott-date { position: absolute; top: 18px; right: 18px; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#3b0078,#5b2b99); color: #fff; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px; white-space: nowrap; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.12); font-style: normal !important; } /* ---------- Grid: Poster + Meta ---------- */ .ott-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 150px minmax(0, 1fr); gap: 20px; align-items: start; } .ott-poster-wrap { display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; } .ott-poster { width: 150px; height: 210px; border-radius: 10px; object-fit: cover; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.12); margin-top: 18px; transition: transform 0.18s ease; } .ott-poster-wrap:hover .ott-poster { transform: translateY(-3px); } /* ---------- Meta ---------- */ .ott-meta { display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: flex-start; align-items: flex-start; } /* Title */ .ott-title { font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px 0; } .ott-title a { text-decoration: none; color: #000; font-style: normal !important; } /* Pills / Tags */ .ott-tags { display: flex; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-bottom: 10px; align-items: center; } .genre-pill, .ott-pill { display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; padding: 6px 12px; border-radius: 999px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; min-width: 110px; height: 32px; } .genre-pill { background: #f7e9e9; color: #d6336c; } .ott-pill { background: #e9f0ff; color: #1f4f91; } .ott-pill img { width: 20px; height: 20px; object-fit: contain; border-radius: 3px; } /* Info section */ .ott-info p { margin: 4px 0; font-size: 1rem; color: #444; font-style: normal !important; } .ott-info strong { color: #222; } /* Synopsis */ .ott-desc { margin-top: 16px; font-size: 1rem; color: #555; line-height: 1.6; text-align: justify; font-style: normal !important; } /* Box office / links */ .ott-links a { color: #5b2b99; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; font-style: normal !important; } /* ---------- Responsive ---------- */ @media (max-width: 768px) { .ott-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 14px; } .ott-poster { width: 180px; height: 250px; margin-top: 0; } .ott-poster-wrap { justify-content: center; } .ott-meta { text-align: center; align-items: center; } .ott-title { text-align: center; } .ott-tags { justify-content: center; } .ott-desc { text-align: left; } .ott-date { top: 10px; right: 10px; } }

Akhanda 2 OTT Release Date Announced: When and Where to Watch the Balakrishna Starrer Tollywood
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Akhanda 2 OTT Release Date Announced: When and Where to Watch the Balakrishna Starrer

After a much-anticipated theatrical run, the Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is heading for its digital premiere. The film, which marks the fourth collaboration between Balakrishna and blockbuster director Boyapati Srinu, is set to stream on Netflix starting January 9, 2026. This comes after the film's worldwide theatrical release on December 12, 2025. Akhanda 2: Thaandavam was released with monumental expectations, given the historic success of its predecessor. However, the sequel failed to replicate the same magic at the box office. The film grossed a total of ₹122.6 Crore worldwide. The India Net collection stood at ₹94.15 Crore, with the India Gross collection reaching ₹110.25 Crore. The film's performance in the overseas market was also underwhelming, with collections amounting to ₹12.35 Crore. The majority of the domestic collections came from its primary market, the Telugu states, where it earned a net of ₹90.61 Crore. The performance of the dubbed versions was negligible, with the Hindi version collecting ₹0.77 Crore, Tamil ₹2.51 Crore, Kannada ₹0.18 Crore, and Malayalam ₹0.08 Crore. Given its high production and distribution costs, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam has been declared a Flop at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The sequel continues the story of the Aghora, a powerful devotee of Lord Shiva. This time, he is faced with a national crisis as a biowarfare attack threatens the Maha Kumbh Mela. Balakrishna returns in his powerful dual role, with Samyuktha Menon as the female lead and Aadhi Pinisetty playing the antagonist. The film also features Harshaali Malhotra, with music by the acclaimed S. Thaman. While the sequel may not have met expectations, the combination of Nandamuri Balakrishna and Boyapati Srinu has a celebrated history of delivering massive blockbusters that have redefined box office records. This powerful partnership began in 2010 with the landmark success of Simha, a film that re-established Balakrishna's dominance at the box office and became a huge commercial success. They continued their winning streak in 2014 with Legend, a political action film that also emerged as a massive blockbuster, further solidifying their reputation. This collaboration reached its zenith with the 2021 cultural and commercial phenomenon, Akhanda, which earned a hit verdict and was celebrated by audiences everywhere.

OTT Release This Week Dec 29 to Jan 4: The Epic Stranger Things Finale & More New Year Hits Hollywood
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OTT Release This Week Dec 29 to Jan 4: The Epic Stranger Things Finale & More New Year Hits

Celebrate the New Year with a diverse slate of international premieres.This week, Netflix dominates the schedule with a mix of gritty action in Runaway and the charming Mexican rom com Love From 9 To 5. For those following true stories, the Mark Kerr biopic on HBO Max is a must-watch. We've compiled the complete list of everything hitting your screens from the end of 2025 through the first week of January. Dive in to check out the collection and related news for each release to see which movies and series are trending globally. OTT Releases This Week Jan 1 , 2026 Horror, Drama Netflix Series:StrangerThings Season 5 -Final Episode Language:English,Tamil, Telugu, Hindi No Of Episodes: 1 He gathers the whole gang together and says that he doesn't like girls, explaining that Vecna showed him a future where he opens up about his identity, only for his friends and family to drift away from him. The crew reiterates their love for him and brings it together for a teary group hug. Jan 1, 2026 RunAway Crime,Drama Netflix Series:RunAway Language:English No Of Episodes:8 In the thriller series Run Away, Simon Greene (James Nesbitt) sees his idyllic life crumble after his eldest daughter, Paige, runs away from home. Six months into his search, he finally locates her in a city park—vulnerable and battling drug addiction—but an attempt to bring her home spirals into shocking violence. As Paige vanishes again in the aftermath, Simon is drawn into a dangerous underworld of criminal gangs and cults, where he must confront buried family secrets and a looming murder case to save his daughter. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 1, 2026 Action,Crime Netflix Series:Love From 9 To 5 Language:Spanish,English No Of Episodes:8 Love from 9 to 5 (Amor de Oficina) is a Mexican workplace romantic comedy on Netflix starring Ana Gonzalez Bello and Diego Klein. The series follows Graciela, a dedicated professional whose life is upended when a recent one night stand, Mateo, is revealed to be her boss's son and her direct rival for a major promotion. As they compete for the CEO position at an underwear firm, the two must navigate a high-stakes "enemies-to-lovers" dynamic where their career ambitions clash with their growing romantic attraction. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 2 , 2026 Animated Comedy Netflix Series:Grizzy & the Lemmings Season 4 Language:English No Of Episodes:78 In Season 4 of Grizzy and the Lemmings, titled World Tour Part 2, the Forest Ranger's cabin continues its global journey through diverse regions like the Amazon, Africa, and Scotland.The season focuses on Grizzy's struggle to maintain a peaceful lifestyle while the Lemmings use localized magical artifacts such as miniaturizing keyrings or life giving gems to create chaos.The season, which concluded in January 2025, ends with the cabin coming to life and returning to its original home in the Canadian forest, bringing their worldwide travels to a close. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 2 , 2026 Crime,Thriller Netflix Series:Land of Sin Language:Swedish,English,Hindi No Of Episodes:5 Land of Sin is a five part Swedish crime drama set on the rural Bjare peninsula. The story follows Dani, a brilliant but volatile investigator, and her rookie partner Malik as they investigate the murder of a teenager found at a remote farmhouse. Their investigation uncovers a violent, generations-old family feud governed by a patriarchal rat hole of secrets. Tensions peak when the victim's grandfather, the family patriarch, threatens to take lethal vigilante justice if the police do not solve the crime within a strict deadline. Dec 31 , 2025 The Smashing Machine Sports,Drama HBO Max Language: English Running Time:2h 3m IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 Limited Theatrical Release The Smashing Machine is a biographical drama directed by Benny Safdie, starring Dwayne Johnson as legendary MMA pioneer Mark Kerr. Set during the late 1990s, the film follows Kerr's meteoric rise in the UFC and Japan’s PRIDE Fighting Championships, while pulling back the curtain on his harrowing battles with opioid addiction and a volatile relationship with his girlfriend, Dawn Staples (Emily Blunt). Eschewing traditional sports movie triumphs, the narrative provides a gritty, intimate look at the physical toll of no-holds-barred fighting and Kerr’s struggle to maintain his humanity amidst the brutality of the ring. Jan 1 , 2026 Reality Show Netflix Series:My Korean Boyfriend Language:Korean,Tamil,Hindi No Of Episodes:2 My Korean Boyfriend is a docu reality series that follows five Brazilian women traveling to Seoul, South Korea, to live with their Korean partners for the first time. Moving beyond long distance romance, the show serves as a stress test to see if their relationships can survive the shift from K drama inspired fantasies to the everyday realities of Korean life. Over 22 days, the couples navigate significant cultural barriers, traditional family dynamics, and the challenges of daily routines in a bustling metropolis. /* ---------- OTT Section ---------- */ .ott-section { font-family: "Nunito Sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15.5px; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 960px; margin: 20px auto; padding: 20px; background: #fafafa; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.06); } .ott-section * { font-style: normal !important; } .ott-section h2 { font-size: 1.8rem; margin-bottom: 18px; color: #222; border-bottom: 2px solid #e6e6e6; padding-bottom: 10px; font-weight: 600; } /* ---------- Card ---------- */ .ott-card { position: relative; background: #fff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 20px; box-shadow: 0 1px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05); } /* ---------- Date pill ---------- */ .ott-date { position: absolute; top: 18px; right: 18px; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#3b0078,#5b2b99); color: #fff; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 20px; font-size: 13px; white-space: nowrap; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.12); font-style: normal !important; } /* ---------- Grid: Poster + Meta ---------- */ .ott-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 150px minmax(0, 1fr); gap: 20px; align-items: start; } .ott-poster-wrap { display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: flex-start; } .ott-poster { width: 150px; height: 210px; border-radius: 10px; object-fit: cover; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.12); margin-top: 18px; transition: transform 0.18s ease; } .ott-poster-wrap:hover .ott-poster { transform: translateY(-3px); } /* ---------- Meta ---------- */ .ott-meta { display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: flex-start; align-items: flex-start; } /* Title */ .ott-title { font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px 0; } .ott-title a { text-decoration: none; color: #000; font-style: normal !important; } /* Pills / Tags */ .ott-tags { display: flex; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-bottom: 10px; align-items: center; } .genre-pill, .ott-pill { display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; padding: 6px 12px; border-radius: 999px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; text-align: center; min-width: 110px; height: 32px; } .genre-pill { background: #f7e9e9; color: #d6336c; } .ott-pill { background: #e9f0ff; color: #1f4f91; } .ott-pill img { width: 20px; height: 20px; object-fit: contain; border-radius: 3px; } /* Info section */ .ott-info p { margin: 4px 0; font-size: 1rem; color: #444; font-style: normal !important; } .ott-info strong { color: #222; } /* Synopsis */ .ott-desc { margin-top: 16px; font-size: 1rem; color: #555; line-height: 1.6; text-align: justify; font-style: normal !important; } /* Box office / links */ .ott-links a { color: #5b2b99; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; font-style: normal !important; } /* ---------- Responsive ---------- */ @media (max-width: 768px) { .ott-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 14px; } .ott-poster { width: 180px; height: 250px; margin-top: 0; } .ott-poster-wrap { justify-content: center; } .ott-meta { text-align: center; align-items: center; } .ott-title { text-align: center; } .ott-tags { justify-content: center; } .ott-desc { text-align: left; } .ott-date { top: 10px; right: 10px; } }

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OTT Release This Week Dec 29 to Jan 4: Your Ultimate Guide to New Movies & Web Series Kollywood
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OTT Release This Week Dec 29 to Jan 4: Your Ultimate Guide to New Movies & Web Series

Kickstart your New Year with a bang. From chilling Malayalam mysteries like Eko to the intense courtroom drama of Haq, the digital space is packed with must watch premieres this week. Whether you're looking for sports romance on Jio Hotstar or wildlife adventure on Prime Video, we've got the full schedule. Check out the collections and latest related news below to see which titles are trending as we head into 2026 OTT Releases This Week Dec 31, 2025 Eko Mystery,Thriller Netflix Language:Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi Running Time: 2h 5m IMDB Rating: 8.3/10 View Box Office Collection→ Set in the isolated, misty hills of Kaattukunnu, Eko follows an elderly woman, Mlaathi Chedathi, and her young caretaker, Peyoos, as they live in the shadow of Mlaathi’s missing husband, Kuriachan. A legendary but infamous dog breeder and fugitive, Kuriachan vanished years ago, leaving behind a legacy of secrets and a rare, highly intelligent breed of Malaysian dogs. As strangers arrive at their remote estate seeking the missing man for revenge or profit, a non-linear narrative spanning from World War II-era Malaysia to the present day slowly unearths dark truths about betrayal and control. The film explores the thin line between protection and imprisonment, ultimately revealing that Mlaathi may hold more power over her husband’s fate than anyone suspected. Jan 1, 2026 Mowgli Romantic,Drama ETVWin Language:Telugu Running Time: 2h 25m IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Mowgli is a Telugu romantic action-adventure starring Roshan Kanakala as Murali, a spirited young man raised in the forest. The story follows his intense romance with Jasmine, a visiting dancer, which is quickly threatened by a sadistic and ruthless forest officer. To protect his love and his home, Mowgli must rely on his raw, wild instincts to survive a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse in the wilderness. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 2, 2026 Haq Courtroom Drama Netflix Language: Hindi Running Time:2h 16m IMDB Rating: 8.6/10 View Box Office Collection→ Haq is a courtroom drama inspired by the landmark 1985 Shah Bano case. Set in the late 1960s, the film follows Shazia Bano (Yami Gautam Dhar), a homemaker who is abandoned and later divorced via triple talaq by her husband, Abbas Khan (Emraan Hashmi), a prominent lawyer. When Abbas refuses to provide financial support, Shazia initiates a grueling seven-year legal battle that climbs to the Supreme Court, challenging traditional interpretations of Muslim Personal Law. The film portrays her struggle for maintenance under secular law (Section 125 of the CrPC) and explores the national tension between religious practices and constitutional rights. Jan 3, 2026 Kumki2 Adventure, Drama PrimeVideo Language:Tamil Running Time: 2h 14m IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 View Box Office Collection→ Kumki 2 follows the profound bond between a young man named Bhoomi and his elephant, Nila. After being separated as children when Bhoomi's mother secretly sells the elephant, a grown-up Bhoomi embarks on a desperate mission to find his companion. He eventually discovers that Nila has been sold to a corrupt politician for a ritual sacrifice, forcing Bhoomi to face off against a ruthless hunter (Arjun Das) to save the animal's life. Jan 2, 2026 Beauty Romantic,Drama Zee5 Language: Telugu Running Time: 2h 19m IMDB Rating: 8.8/10 View Box Office Collection→ Beauty is a romantic thriller about Alekhya (Nilakhi Patra), a college student who elopes with her boyfriend Arjun (Ankith Koyya) after a heated confrontation with her parents. As her cab-driver father, Narayana (VK Naresh), frantically searches for her in Hyderabad, the story shifts into a suspenseful cautionary tale. The film is noted for its emotional family drama and a shocking final-act twist that addresses the risks young adults face in the digital age. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Jan 1, 2026 Romance,Sports Drama Jio Hotstar Series:Love Beyond Wicket Language: Tamil No Of Episodes:8 Set against the backdrop of grassroots cricket, LBW: Love Beyond Wicket follows Rangan (Vikranth), a former promising player whose career never took flight. Now a reluctant coach, he is tasked with training a squad of misfits and rebels at the struggling Muthu Nagar Cricket Academy to revive its fading legacy. 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Eko OTT Release: Here is When and Where to Watch Dinjith Ayyathan's Mystery Thriller Online Mollywood
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Eko OTT Release: Here is When and Where to Watch Dinjith Ayyathan's Mystery Thriller Online

The Malayalam film industry continues its incredible streak of delivering high-quality sleeper hits that dominate both critical and commercial spheres. The latest film to join this elite list is the mystery thriller eko, directed by Dinjith Ayyathan. Made on a modest controlled budget of just ₹5 Crore, the film has completed its theatrical run as a massive profitable venture, proving once again that content driven cinema remains the ultimate superstar at the box office. eko has registered exceptional numbers across all territories. Despite a slow start with a Day 1 opening of just ₹0.80 Cr, the film witnessed a legendary sleeper hit trajectory. In the domestic market, the film garnered an impressive India Net Collection of ₹ 23.25 Cr, which translated into an India Gross of ₹ 27.4 Cr. The film's appeal was not limited to the home soil, as it performed strongly in international markets, pulling in an Overseas Collection of ₹18.10 Crore. This brings its Worldwide Total to a staggering ₹ 45.5 Cr. With these figures, the film has earned a Super Hit verdict, yielding a return on investment (ROI) of nearly 900% against its production cost. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The success of eko is largely attributed to its unique thematic depth. It serves as the third and final installment of writer cinematographer Bahul Ramesh's acclaimed Animal Trilogy, following the footsteps of Kishkindha Kaandam and Kerala Crime Files. Produced by MRK Jhayaram under the Aaradyaa Studios banner, the film features a powerhouse ensemble including Sandeep Pradeep, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Biana Momin. By focusing on a mysterious canine breed and a tense, atmospheric narrative set in the misty hills of Kaattukunnu, the film managed to sustain long-term footfalls through strong word of mouth. As the film concludes its triumphant theatrical journey, it is now set to reach a global audience. The official digital partner, Netflix, has announced that eko will begin streaming on December 31, 2025. To cater to its growing pan-India popularity following the box office buzz, the film will be available in five languages: Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. This New Year's Eve premiere is expected to draw massive viewership numbers, given the film's reputation as one of the year's most immersive mystery thrillers. Chila sathyangal ethra shramichaalum kandethanaakilla pic.twitter.com/9KcZSb43Wp— Netflix India South (@Netflix_INSouth) December 26, 2025 The box office trajectory of eko serves as a textbook example of efficient filmmaking. While 2025 saw several high-budget spectacles struggle to break even, this Dinjith Ayyathan directorial turned a ₹5 crore investment into a ₹45.5 crore global harvest. It stands as one of the most successful Malayalam films of the year in terms of profit percentage.