Latest OTT releases (August 12 to August 18): 13 new movies, series to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema and more
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The third week of August 2024 brings a thrilling lineup of OTT releases in India, offering a diverse mix of genres and stories across various platforms. From reimagined classics and intense dramas to romantic tales and supernatural adventures, viewers have a lot to look forward to. Highlights include the dramatic reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in Bel-Air, the next chapter in the Emily in Paris saga, and the gripping final installment of Chamak on SonyLIV. Fans of horror, superhero action, and heartwarming stories will also be delighted with titles like Renfield, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, and The Garfield Movie. Whether you're looking for something light-hearted or deeply engaging, this week has something for everyone.
OTT releases from August 12 to August 18, 2024
Bel-Air - August 15 (JioCinema)
Set in contemporary Los Angeles, Bel-Air reimagines the classic sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air by providing a fresh, dramatic spin on Will's convoluted path from West Philadelphia's streets to Bel-Air's guarded mansions. Will must deal with the prejudices, tensions, and emotions of a new world that is drastically different from his own as he faces the power of second chances in these two realms that are colliding.
Chamak: The Conclusion - August 16 (SonyLIV [OTTplay Premium])
The stakes are bigger than they have ever been before as Kaala, resolute in his mission to recover his father's legacy, encounters rising tensions and a more intense confrontation.
Darling - August 13 (Disney+ Hotstar)
Raghav saves up for his dream honeymoon in Paris by working hard at a tourism agency. He meets Anandhi by chance, and they are married. How is he going to deal with the problems that crop up?
Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 - August 15 (Netflix)
Emily is willing to make daring decisions in order to achieve her aspirations in the city and with the guy she loves, despite the fact that her life in Paris is full of turmoil.
Industry Season 3 - August 12 (JioCinema)
Pierpoint makes a bold ethical investment bet in the opening scene of Season 3, while Yasmin, Robert, and Eric steal the show during Lumi's spectacular initial public offering (IPO), a green tech energy company headed by Sir Henry Muck. The plot intensifies as it reaches the pinnacles of government, media, and finance. Harper, still high from her departure from Pierpoint, finds an unexpected ally in Petra Koenig, a portfolio manager at FutureDawn, and is anxious to resume the addicting thrills of the financial markets.
Kaantaye Kaantaye - August 15 (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])
While looking into the Nayan Samanta case, renowned lawyer PK Basu's life takes a tragic turn. What happens when he discovers himself stranded in a Darjeeling hotel with all the suspects?
Manorathangal - August 15 (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])
Mark your calendars for the most monumental anthology series ever, featuring the enduring tales penned by the renowned M. T. Vasudevan Nair. The finest of Malayalam cinema comes together in this series, which features performances by the likes of Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Kamal Haasan, and Mammootty. You'll have an unforgettable adventure following one of India's most famous storytellers.
Parineeta - August 15 (hoichoi)
A fortuitous encounter at a railway station, following a long separation, reawakens dormant feelings between Lalita and Shekhar, setting in motion a turbulent voyage of affection, envy, and intricate relationships. The story is adapted from Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's classic novel, Parineeta.
Renfield - August 14 (Netflix)
In this contemporary horror story, Nicholas Hoult portrays Renfield, the tormented hand of the most egotistical boss in history, Dracula. No matter how vile his master's demands are, Renfield must comply and hunt for him. After decades of enslavement, Renfield now yearns to explore the world beyond the Prince of Darkness's dominion. He needs to find a way to break free from his dependence.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods - August 17 (Netflix)
The plot of Shazam! Fury of the Gods picks up where "Shazam!" left off, following teenage Billy Batson as he becomes his adult superhero alter ego, Shazam, by pronouncing the magic word.
Shekhar Home - August 14 (JioCinema)
The story unfolds in the tranquil Bengali town of Lonpur during the early 1990s. By some stroke of luck, Shekhar meets Jayvrat Sahni, and the two end up living together. Throughout East India, the two of them manage to solve riddles.
Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures Season 2 - August 14 (Disney+ Hotstar)
Taking place in the High Republic era, two hundred years before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures follows Nubs, Lys Solay, and Kai Brightstar as they apprentice under Jedi Master Yoda, discover the galaxy, and aid those in need. The second season of Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures will see the apprentices continuing their Jedi training and taking on even greater galactic missions. Our hero, Wes Vinik, the newest Padawan of Master Zia, and his astromech R0-M1 are assisting the youths in their tasks.
The Garfield Movie - August 17 (Netflix)
Chris Pratt's world-renowned indoor cat, Garfield, who despises Mondays but loves lasagna, is gearing up for an exciting outdoor adventure! In this comedic and high-stakes heist, their long-lost father, the gritty street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson), drags Garfield and his dog companion Odie out of their wonderfully pampered lifestyles.
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