Top OTT Releases This Weekend: What’s New on Netflix, Jio Cinema, Amazon Prime, Disney+ Hotstar and More

As the weekend approaches, several new OTT releases are set to capture your attention. From thrilling mysteries to nostalgic dramas, here’s what you need to watch this weekend:

1. Shekhar Home – Jio Cinema (August 14)
Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Ranvir Shorey, Rasika Dugal, Kaushik Sen

Step into the Bengali version of Sherlock Holmes with Shekhar Home. Kay Kay Menon stars as the titular detective, solving mysteries alongside his partner Jayvrat Sahni (Ranvir Shorey). As Shekhar confronts a devious villain known only as ‘M’, expect some classic twists and turns in this intriguing series.

2. Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 – Netflix (August 15)
Cast: Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Lucien Laviscount

Season 4 of Emily in Paris picks up after Camille and Gabriel’s wedding, with Emily (Lily Collins) entangled in romantic dilemmas. As she navigates her feelings and explores Europe, Emily continues to dazzle with her chic style and charm. Created by Darren Star, this season promises more of the same glamorous escapades and heartfelt moments.

3. Jackpot! – Amazon Prime Video (August 15)
Cast: Awkwafina, John Cena, Simu Liu

In the comedy Jackpot!, Awkwafina stars as a lottery winner facing a race against time to claim her prize. With John Cena and Simu Liu rounding out the cast, this film combines humor with high stakes, offering a fun and entertaining experience.

4. Manorathangal – Zee5 (August 15)

Cast: Mohanlal, Mammootty, Fahad Fazil, Biju Menon, Aparna Balamurali, Parvathy Thiruvothu

Celebrate Independence Day with Manorathangal, an anthology featuring nine stories by MT Vasudevan Nair. Directed by renowned filmmakers like Priyadarshan and Santhosh Sivan, this star-studded series includes performances by Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Fahad Fazil, narrated by Kamal Haasan.

5. The Union – Netflix (August 16)
Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry, Mike Colter, JK Simmons

In The Union, Mark Wahlberg plays an ordinary man drawn into a world of espionage after reuniting with his old flame, Roxanne (Halle Berry). This European action film, directed by Julian Farino, is filled with high-energy sequences and thrilling adventure.

With these exciting new releases, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this weekend. What will you be watching first?