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OTT releases of the week: Maa on Netflix, Bigg Boss 19 on JioHotstar

Updated On: 28 August, 2025 01:36 PM IST | Athulya Nambiar

Latest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup

Latest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup

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Latest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup
<p><strong>Soothravakyam (Lionsgate Play, August 21)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>This story is centered around Christo Xavier (Shine Tom Chacko), a dedicated police officer with an unconventional side hustle, teaching free mathematics tuition to local students at the police station. However, his life turns upside down when someone disappears. And he becomes entwined in the fate of Arya (Anagha Annet) and her family when a troubling incident disrupts their quiet community in Palakkad</p>

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Soothravakyam (Lionsgate Play, August 21) 

This story is centered around Christo Xavier (Shine Tom Chacko), a dedicated police officer with an unconventional side hustle, teaching free mathematics tuition to local students at the police station. However, his life turns upside down when someone disappears. And he becomes entwined in the fate of Arya (Anagha Annet) and her family when a troubling incident disrupts their quiet community in Palakkad

<p><strong>Maa (Netflix, August 22)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>The film follows a mother and daughter who encounter a demonic curse after the husband`s death, exploring a mother`s fierce love in the face of supernatural threats. Starring Kajol, it is part of the Shaitaan universe</p>

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Maa (Netflix, August 22) 

The film follows a mother and daughter who encounter a demonic curse after the husband`s death, exploring a mother`s fierce love in the face of supernatural threats. Starring Kajol, it is part of the Shaitaan universe

<p><strong>Maareesan (Netflix, August 22)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>The film centers around an unlikely road trip between two individuals: Dhaya (played by Fahadh Faasil), a petty thief, and Velayudham (played by Vadivelu), an elderly man suffering from Alzheimer`s disease</p>

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Maareesan (Netflix, August 22) 

The film centers around an unlikely road trip between two individuals: Dhaya (played by Fahadh Faasil), a petty thief, and Velayudham (played by Vadivelu), an elderly man suffering from Alzheimer`s disease

<p><strong>Aema (Netflix, August 22)</strong></p>
<p>It is inspired by the 1982 film Madame Aema. It features Lee Honey in a lead role and is set in the 1980s</p>

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Aema (Netflix, August 22)

It is inspired by the 1982 film Madame Aema. It features Lee Honey in a lead role and is set in the 1980s

<p><strong>Invasion Season 3 (Apple TV+, August 22)</strong></p>
<p>The storylines from the first two seasons will merge, bringing the main characters from around the world together for a critical mission: to infiltrate the alien mothership</p>

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Invasion Season 3 (Apple TV+, August 22)

The storylines from the first two seasons will merge, bringing the main characters from around the world together for a critical mission: to infiltrate the alien mothership

<p><strong>Aamar Boss (ZEE5, August 22)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>A heartwarming story about a man juggling work and family, until his mother`s unexpected presence at the office quietly transforms the workplace. Inspired by real-life corporate daycare programs</p>

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Aamar Boss (ZEE5, August 22) 

A heartwarming story about a man juggling work and family, until his mother`s unexpected presence at the office quietly transforms the workplace. Inspired by real-life corporate daycare programs

<p><strong>Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (August 19, Available to buy &amp; rent on Prime Video, Apple TV+)</strong></p>
<p>The plot of The Final Reckoning follows Ethan Hunt and his IMF team as they continue their pursuit of a dangerous AI known as the Entity. The Entity, which has infiltrated intelligence networks worldwide, poses a threat of global destruction. The team is also pursued by governments and a mysterious figure from Ethan`s past</p>

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Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (August 19, Available to buy & rent on Prime Video, Apple TV+)

The plot of The Final Reckoning follows Ethan Hunt and his IMF team as they continue their pursuit of a dangerous AI known as the Entity. The Entity, which has infiltrated intelligence networks worldwide, poses a threat of global destruction. The team is also pursued by governments and a mysterious figure from Ethan`s past

<p><strong>Peacemaker season 2 (JioHotstar, August 22)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>Peacemaker Season 2 is set within the new DC Universe (DCU) established by James Gunn, beginning with the animated series "Creature Commandos" and the Superman movie. The series is considered a crucial part of the developing DCU storyline</p>

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Peacemaker season 2 (JioHotstar, August 22) 

Peacemaker Season 2 is set within the new DC Universe (DCU) established by James Gunn, beginning with the animated series "Creature Commandos" and the Superman movie. The series is considered a crucial part of the developing DCU storyline

<p><strong>Thalaivan Thalaivii&nbsp; (Prime Video, August 22)</strong></p>
<p>Two headstrong lovers navigate a turbulent relationship where passion and conflict intertwine, creating an intense emotional bond through their shared journey</p>

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Thalaivan Thalaivii  (Prime Video, August 22)

Two headstrong lovers navigate a turbulent relationship where passion and conflict intertwine, creating an intense emotional bond through their shared journey

<p><strong>Rivers of Fate - (Netflix, August 20)</strong></p>
<p>The story follows the colliding lives of three strangers in the Amazon &ndash; Janalice, a victim of sex trafficking, Pre&aacute;, a reluctant gang leader, and Mariangel, driven by vengeance</p>

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Rivers of Fate - (Netflix, August 20)

The story follows the colliding lives of three strangers in the Amazon – Janalice, a victim of sex trafficking, Preá, a reluctant gang leader, and Mariangel, driven by vengeance

<p><strong>BIgg Boss 19 (JioHotstar, August 24)&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>The most popular and controversial reality show hosted by Salman Khan is all set to come back. The show will be premiered on August 24</p>

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BIgg Boss 19 (JioHotstar, August 24) 

The most popular and controversial reality show hosted by Salman Khan is all set to come back. The show will be premiered on August 24

<p><strong>Hari Hara Veera Mallu (Amazon Prime Video, August 20) </strong></p>
<p>Set in a fictionalised Mughal-era India, it follows the fearless journey of Veera Mallu, a rebel-turned-outlaw entrusted with the task of stealing the prestigious Koh-i-Noor diamond from Emperor Aurangzeb`s fortress. As the first Indian to lead a revolt against the Mughal Empire, Veera Mallu&rsquo;s story is one of bold rebellion and relentless pursuit of justice, unfolding in a world where political intrigue, ancient warfare, and moral courage collide</p>

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu (Amazon Prime Video, August 20)

Set in a fictionalised Mughal-era India, it follows the fearless journey of Veera Mallu, a rebel-turned-outlaw entrusted with the task of stealing the prestigious Koh-i-Noor diamond from Emperor Aurangzeb`s fortress. As the first Indian to lead a revolt against the Mughal Empire, Veera Mallu’s story is one of bold rebellion and relentless pursuit of justice, unfolding in a world where political intrigue, ancient warfare, and moral courage collide

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