Hot on OTT: Exciting releases to watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar and more this week

It’s time for your weekly OTT update, and the coming seven days deliver a rich mix of action, crime, comedy, war drama, romance and documentaries. 

From intense airport surveillance thrillers and legendary battlefield retellings to stylish period mysteries, global expeditions and long-awaited franchise farewells, streaming platforms are rolling out content designed to satisfy every kind of binge-watcher.

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Bank of Bhagyalakshmi (January 12)

Streaming on ZEE5

Set against the charged backdrop of a rural Karnataka election, Bank of Bhagyalakshmi turns a supposed high-stakes heist into a sharp satirical thriller. The story centres on Kanaka, nicknamed ‘Tiger’, a small-time troublemaker who assembles a group of five inexperienced thieves to loot a cooperative bank believed to be hiding crores in political black money.

Armed with plastic animal masks and a rented gun that barely works, the gang’s confidence quickly evaporates when they discover just ₹66,999 in the safe. Matters worsen when a jammed front door and a swift police lockdown transform the botched robbery into an accidental hostage crisis. Featuring Dheekshith Shetty and Brinda Acharya, the film blends dark humour with social commentary, using chaos and irony to expose the absurdities of power, politics and misplaced ambition.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (January 12)

Streaming on JioHotstar

The Crawley family bids an emotional farewell in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the definitive cinematic conclusion to Julian Fellowes’s beloved saga. Set in 1930, the story unfolds as the aristocratic household faces a rapidly changing world. Lady Mary finds herself embroiled in a public divorce scandal that threatens the family’s social standing, while Lord Grantham struggles with the financial fallout of the 1929 stock market crash.

As tradition clashes with modern realities, the family is forced to make painful decisions about the future of the iconic estate. Reuniting the original ensemble, the film serves as a poignant tribute to the series’ legacy and to the late Maggie Smith, capturing the end of an era with elegance and emotional weight.

Industry Season 4 (January 12)

Streaming on JioHotstar

After Pierpoint’s dramatic collapse, Industry returns with a semi-reboot that shifts its focus from investment banking to the ruthless world of global fintech. Harper Stern navigates morally grey short-selling strategies at a new fund, while a newly married Yasmin grapples with a suffocating life alongside a powerful political insider.

As a flashy payment processor disrupts London’s financial ecosystem, alliances fracture and old players are drawn back into the chaos. With returning favourites and an expanded cast that includes Max Minghella, Kiernan Shipka and Kal Penn, the series sharpens its exploration of ambition, power and ethical compromise.

One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 (January 12)

Streaming on Netflix

A decade after redefining pop culture, the Hawkins saga concludes with a deeply personal, feature-length documentary. Directed by Martina Radwan, One Last Adventure chronicles the emotional and technical journey behind the final chapter of the globally loved series.

From the last table read to intense creative debates led by the Duffer Brothers, the documentary captures the scale of the production while focusing on heartfelt goodbyes from the cast and crew. It’s a fitting tribute to a show that shaped a generation of viewers.

Pole to Pole with Will Smith (January 13)

Streaming on JioHotstar

Will Smith embarks on his most ambitious expedition yet in this seven-part National Geographic docuseries. Spanning 26,000 miles across seven continents, the journey takes him from the icy extremes of Antarctica to the Arctic Circle.

Along the way, Smith confronts extreme climates, personal fears and diverse cultures, guided by world-class explorers. More than an adventure series, it’s an exploration of resilience, humanity and the fragile ecosystems that define the planet’s edges.

Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (January 14)

Streaming on Netflix

Neeraj Pandey dives into the invisible world of airport customs enforcement with this gripping thriller. Emraan Hashmi stars as Superintendent Arjun Meena, leading an elite Mumbai Customs unit tasked with dismantling a global smuggling syndicate.

Stretching from Mumbai to Milan and Bangkok, the series meticulously unpacks how contraband moves through coded routes and concealed spaces. With Sharad Kelkar as the elusive kingpin, the narrative balances procedural detail with relentless tension.

Love Through a Prism (January 15)

Streaming on Netflix

Set in early 20th-century London, this 20-episode anime marks the return of legendary creator Yoko Kamio. The story follows Lili Ichijoin, a Japanese exchange student struggling under family pressure at a prestigious art academy.

Her life shifts when she meets Kit Church, a reserved aristocratic prodigy. Blending romance, art and emotional discovery, the series explores identity and connection through a beautifully stylised lens.

Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials (January 15)

Streaming on Netflix

This three-part adaptation reimagines Agatha Christie’s classic thriller with wit and urgency. When a prank involving alarm clocks ends in death, Lady Eileen ‘Bundle’ Brent refuses to accept the official explanation.

Her investigation uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving secret societies and a shadowy London nightclub. Featuring Mia McKenna-Bruce, Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman, the series blends period charm with high-stakes intrigue.

120 Bahadur (January 16)

Streaming on Prime Video

Farhan Akhtar leads this powerful retelling of the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. The film chronicles the extraordinary last stand of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati and 120 soldiers of the 13 Kumaon Regiment.

Battling sub-zero temperatures and overwhelming odds, the soldiers choose valour over retreat. Featuring Raashii Khanna and narration by Amitabh Bachchan, the film stands as a tribute to courage and sacrifice.

Gurram Paapi Reddy (January 16)

Streaming on ZEE5

Blending folklore with modern absurdity, this dark comedy follows a bizarre heist involving a grave swap. What begins as a simple task spirals into chaos amid royal secrets and land disputes.

With performances by Naresh Agastya, Faria Abdullah and Brahmanandam, the film thrives on irreverence and unpredictability.

Hijack Season 2 (January 16)

Streaming on Apple TV+

Idris Elba returns as Sam Nelson, this time navigating a hostage crisis aboard a Berlin subway. Trading air turbulence for underground claustrophobia, the season intensifies the psychological stakes.

With new cast additions and escalating tension, the series explores negotiation under extreme pressure.

Mastiii 4 (January 16)

Streaming on ZEE5

The iconic trio reunites in the fourth instalment of the adult-comedy franchise. Trapped in middle-aged monotony, Amar, Meet and Prem negotiate a one-week ‘Love Visa’ in the UK.

Predictably, chaos follows when their wives embark on parallel adventures, resulting in slapstick mayhem and mistaken identities.

The Rip (January 16)

Streaming on Netflix

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reunite as Miami narcotics cops who uncover $20 million during a routine raid. Bound by protocol to count the money on-site, the team faces external threats and internal mistrust.

Inspired by true events, the film delivers gritty tension and character-driven drama.

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Can This Love Be Translated? (January 16)

Streaming on Netflix

This romantic comedy explores emotional fluency over linguistic skill. A gifted translator unable to interpret feelings is paired with a blunt film star navigating global fame.

Set against a chaotic reality show, the series questions whether love can survive when honesty is constantly edited.