As the second week of August sets in, the streaming giants are gearing up to release some of the most highly anticipated OTT releases from August 5 to 11, 2024. From Netflix’s Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba to Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2, this week’s releases offer something for everyone. Here’s a roundup of the most anticipated OTT releases.
Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Returning to the intense world of love and deceit, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba picks up where the 2021 romantic thriller Haseen Dillruba left off. Featuring Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey, the sequel follows Rani and Rishu as they try to rebuild their lives in Agra. However, their quest for peace is disrupted by the arrival of a new lover, Abhimanyu, played by Sunny Kaushal.
Furthermore, it doesn’t stop there. A vengeful cop, Officer Mritunjay (Jimmy Sheirgill), aka Neil’s maternal uncle, decides not to rest until he puts the killer behind bars. Thus, this OTT release promises to be yet another pulpy romantic thriller that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.
Indian 2
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: Netflix
After 28 years, director Shankar returned with Indian 2, bringing back Kamal Haasan as the vigilant Senapathy. This time, Senapathy is joined by Chitra Aravindan (Siddharth), who runs a satirical YouTube channel called Barking Dogs.
The film delves into themes of corruption and justice as Chitra and his team protest the death of a young woman, leading to their arrest and the involvement of Senapathy. Chitra’s realization that “it’s only Indian thatha who can save the country” sets the film for Senapathy’s dramatic return to India.
Turbo
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: SonyLIV
After Kaathal The Core and Bramayugam, the iconic Mollywood actor returned with another blockbuster release, Turbo. In the film, Mammootty features as Turbo Jose, a village simpleton with a penchant for getting into fights.
Directed by Vysakh and written by Midhun Manuel Thomas, the film sees Jose embroiled in a complex political game when he tries to reunite his friend Jerry with his love, Indu. Moreover, the plot thickens as a bank scam involving a kingmaker named Vetrivel Shanmuga Shankar, played by Raj B Shetty, comes to light.
Ghudchadi
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: JioCinema
Ghudchadi brings a refreshing romantic comedy to the screen with Parth Samthaan and Khushali Kumar. The film centers on Chirag and Devika as they navigate the ups and downs of their relationship while discussing marriage with their families. However, the plot takes an unexpected turn when Chirag’s father, Col Veer Sharma (Sanjay Dutt), decides to marry his long-lost love, Menka (Raveena Tandon), who turns out to be Devika’s mother.
Gyaarah Gyaarah
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: ZEE5
Gyaarah Gyaarah is a time-bending fantasy thriller that spans three decades: 1990, 2001, and 2016. The series follows an investigative team working on unsolved cold cases. With a mysterious walkie-talkie connecting officers from different timelines, the show explores the intersection of past and present, science and mysticism. Featuring Raghav Juyal, Dhairya Karwa, and Kritika Kamra, Gyaarah Gyaarah promises a unique and intriguing storyline.
As the officers from different eras work together, they uncover hidden truths that blur the lines between reality and the supernatural. All in all, this OTT release’s innovative concept and suspenseful storytelling make it a must-watch for fans of the genre.
Life Hill Gayi
Release Date: August 9, 2024
Streaming Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Life Hill Gayi is a comedy-drama featuring Divyenndu and Kusha Kapila as siblings competing to inherit their grandfather’s dilapidated hotel in Uttarakhand. Moreover, their grandfather (Kabir Bedi) challenges them to restore the hotel, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic events. With a mix of incompetent staff, local superstitions, and sibling rivalry, this OTT release offers plenty of laughs and heartfelt moments.
