It’s a new month, and the first week of May is already giving us a range of exciting OTT releases. Netflix, Disney plus Hotstar, Prime Video, and other streaming platforms are bringing an array of web series and movies. From romantic comedies to action-packed dramas, there is something for everyone. Here’s a guide to the latest OTT releases to add to your watch list.
Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar
Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar is a romantic comedy featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor. This Luv Ranjan directorial hit the theatres on Holi and now making its way to OTT platforms. Along with the leads, the film also stars Anubhav Singh Bassi, Dimple Kapadia, and Boney Kapoor. Kartik Aaryan also makes a cameo appearance.
The plot revolves around a couple in love, but when the girl is not ready for marriage, she contacts a breakup service to help her end the relationship. The twist in the story is the primary narrative.
OTT Platform: Netflix
Release Date: May 3, 2023
Directed by: Luv Ranjan
Language: Hindi
Vikram Vedha
Vikram Vedha is a Hindi remake of the Tamil film with the same name. The film stars Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan, Vijay Sethupathi, Shraddha Srinath, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar. Pushkar-Gayathri have directed both the original and the remake.
The plot revolves around Vikram (Hrithik Roshan), a cop on a mission to capture a known gangster named Vedha (Saif Ali Khan). As Vikram gets closer to Vedha, he begins to question his own morality and principles, resulting in a heated debate between the two protagonists.
OTT Platform: Jio Cinemas
Release Date: May 8, 2023
Directed by: Pushkar-Gayathri
Language: Hindi
Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo
Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo is a new Hindi web series that promises to bring a fresh twist to the saas-bahu drama sub-genre. The show stars Dimple Kapadia, Radhika Madan, Angira Dhar, and Isha Talwar in lead roles. Homi Adajania directs it.
The series features a “unapologetically hardcore” mother-in-law and “steadfast and formidable” younger women. It explores the power dynamics between these characters.
OTT Platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Directed by: Homi Adajania
Language: Hindi
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures is an animated series for kids. In the series, Piotr Michael voices Master Yoda, while Emma Berman voices Nash, Juliet Donenfeld is the voice of Lys, and Jamaal Avery Jr. is the voice of Kai. Dee Bradley Baker and Jonathan Lipow are also part of the cast.
OTT Platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
Release Date: May 4, 2023
Directed by: Elliot M. Bour
Language: English
Operation Fortune: Ruse De Guerre – A Spy Thriller with Explosive Twists
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping experience with the upcoming Lionsgate Play exclusive, Operation Fortune: Ruse De Guerre. Starring the talented Hugh Grant, Aubrey Plaza, and Jason Statham, this movie delves into the world of spies and global threats, following the story of super-agent Orsen Fortune. As he embarks on his most dangerous mission yet, the movie promises explosive twists and unpredictable turns that will keep the audience at the edge of their seats.
OTT Platform: Lionsgate Play
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Directed by: Guy Ritchie
Language: English
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story – The Rise of a Powerful Queen
Bridgerton fans, get ready to witness the rise of the powerful Queen Charlotte in the upcoming prequel series. The show delves into the backstory of the young Queen and her marriage to King George, which sparked a great love story and societal shift. This paved the way for the world of the Ton inherited by the characters in Bridgerton. While mostly focused on Queen Charlotte’s past, the series also brings back Golda Rosheuvel to play the aged version and stars Arsema Thomas, Michelle Fairley, and Sam Clemment in key roles.
OTT Platform: Netflix
Release Date: May 4, 2023
Directed by: Tom Verica
Language: English
Geetha Subramanyam 3 – A Tale of Love, Work, and the Bizarre Rule
Get ready to fall in love with the charming Geetha and Subbu in Geetha Subramanyam 3. This Aha original series revolves around the lives of two software company employees who fall in love while working together. However, they are thrown into a project with a bizarre rule that forbids any romantic relationships between colleagues. Starring the talented Supraj Ranga and the charming Abhignya Vuthaluru, this fresh and exciting new love story promises to be a juggling act of hiding true feelings from colleagues.
OTT Platform: Aha
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Directed by: Siva Sai Vardhan
Language: Telugu
Fireflies – Parth aur Jugnu – A Fantasy Adventure for All Ages
Zee5 brings an exciting new fantasy drama series, Fireflies – Parth aur Jugnu. The show follows the story of a down-and-out fourteen-year-old kid, Parth, who meets a mystical kid named Jugnu from the haunted forest of Bheem Mukteshwar. Together, they embark on a journey full of adventure, action, self-discovery, and bedtime stories. Starring Meet Mukhi, Aekam Binjwe, Madhoo Shah, Priyanshu Chaterjee, Luke Kenny, Akshat Singh, Zoya Afroz, Varun Kapoor, Harshit Bhojwani, Anaya Shivan, Riva Arora, Rahul Singh, and Hitesh Dave in key roles, this series promises to be a must-watch for all ages.
OTT Platform: Zee5
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Directed by: Hemant Gaba
Language: Hindi
