As streaming platforms gear up for another packed week OTT viewers can look forward to a wide variety of new releases across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5 and from intense thrillers and emotional family dramas to comedy specials and regional hits this week’s lineup offers something for almost every kind of audience.
We Bury the Dead
One of the major international releases this week is We Bury the Dead which premiered on Netflix on May 8 and the thriller dives into hidden truths, moral dilemmas and dangerous consequences and with a dark atmosphere and emotionally intense storytelling the film is expected to attract viewers who enjoy suspense driven content.
Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros
Malayalam cinema fans can now stream Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros on JioHotstar from May 8 and the coming of age drama had a highly successful theatrical run and reportedly became fastest Malayalam film to cross the ₹100 crore mark in Kerala and the film follows four close friends as they navigate friendship growth and life changing experiences.
Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam
Another Malayalam release arriving this week is Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam which started streaming on Netflix on May 8 and starring Saiju Kurup the sequel mixes comedy with suspense and revolves around family secrets that slowly begin to unravel.
Dacoit: A Love Story
Telugu action-thriller Dacoit: A Love Story also arrived on Amazon Prime Video on May 8 featuring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur and the film combines romance with high-energy action scenes an it was first released in theatres on April 10 and is now available in multiple languages.
Love Mocktail 3
Meanwhile emotional drama fans can watch Love Mocktail 3 on ZEE5 as the story follows Aadi whose life changes after he adopts a young girl named Nidhi and complications arise when an elderly woman claims to be the child’s grandmother leading to a deeply emotional custody battle.
No Place to Be Single
For lighter entertainment Italian romantic comedy No Place to Be Single premiered on Amazon Prime Video on May 8 which I set in a small Tuscan village and the film explores themes of nostalgia, friendship and second chances.
Song Sung Blue
On May 9 Song Sung Blue will arrive on JioHotstar and inspired by a true story the film stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as struggling musicians who form a tribute band and unexpectedly rediscover purpose and love.
The Roast of Kevin Hart
Comedy lovers can also look forward to The Roast of Kevin Hart on Netflix from May 11 which is hosted by Shane Gillis the special features a lineup of comedians roasting Kevin Hart in a humorous and entertaining format.
The Wonderfools
Among the major May 15 releases is The Wonderfools on Netflix which is set during panic surrounding the arrival of year 2000 and the story follows ordinary neighbours who suddenly gain superpowers and must deal with both chaos and comedy.
Kartavya
Also arriving on May 15 is Kartavya which is a serious drama about a police officer struggling between professional duty and personal morality and the themes of corruption, conscience and responsibility form the heart of the story.
