Get ready for a captivating week of streaming with a diverse range of releases hitting OTT platforms. From the action-packed ‘Thangalaan’ to the thought-provoking ‘Zwigato’, this week offers something for every taste. Dive into the supernatural world of ‘Hellbound’ Season 2 or lose yourself in the heartwarming nostalgia of ‘Meiyazhagan’. Check out our curated list of must-watch releases and plan your weekend binge-watching session!
Get ready for a binge-worthy week with a selection of new Tamil films and web series hitting OTT platforms like Amazon Prime, Tentkotta, Disney+ Hotstar, and Netflix. Explore a world of captivating stories, from a thrilling war drama to a heartwarming comedy, and get your weekend entertainment sorted with this guide to the latest Tamil releases.
The highly anticipated superhero film, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, is now available for streaming in India on Disney+ Hotstar. The film, which broke box office records and revived Marvel’s momentum, is finally accessible to Indian audiences. Learn more about the film’s release, cast, and its remarkable box office success.
The horror-comedy film ‘Munjya,’ inspired by Marathi folklore, is now available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. The movie, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and featuring Sharvari, Abhay Verma, Mona Singh, and Sathyaraj, follows Bella (Sharvari) as she encounters the supernatural. ‘Munjya’ is part of Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy universe, which includes successful films like ‘Stree,’ ‘Bhediya,’ and ‘Stree 2.’
Munjya, a horror-comedy film directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and starring Sharvari Wagh, Abhay Verma, Mona Singh, and Sathyaraj, has been a box office success, grossing over ₹100 crore. The film, produced by Maddock Films, is based on the belief that spirits of boys who underwent the Upanayana ceremony haunt peepal trees. Munjya is set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar in August or September 2024, offering audiences a blend of fear and humor.
Aranmanai 4, starring Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna, is gracing Disney+ Hotstar soon with its horror-comedy antics. The movie, directed by Sundar C, has already made waves at the box office, grossing over 92.5 crore worldwide. Set against the backdrop of Northeast India, the story revolves around a priest’s battle against a shapeshifting demon. With a cast that includes Ramachandra Raju, Santhosh Prathap, and Yogi Babu, Aranmanai 4 promises a blend of thrills and laughter. However, reviews for the movie have been mixed, with some critics praising the engaging plot and Tamannaah’s performance, while others found it predictable and forgettable.
JioCinema, owned by the Reliance group, has removed a 2019 episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver that discusses the 2019 general elections, the Citizenship (Amendment) Act protests, and allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The episode was previously available on Disney+ Hotstar, but was not aired due to its critical content. JioCinema’s decision to remove the episode has raised questions about censorship in India. Meanwhile, the main segment from the episode remains available on YouTube, and Oliver later criticized Hotstar for censoring the episode.
The acclaimed Malayalam survival drama ‘Manjummel Boys’ is set to make its digital debut in Hindi on Disney+ Hotstar. The movie, based on a real-life incident from 2006, follows a group of friends from Kerala who venture into the dangerous Guna Caves in Tamil Nadu and face a life-threatening situation. After successful theatrical runs in Malayalam and Telugu, the film’s Hindi dubbing has been confirmed, much to the delight of audiences eager to experience the thrilling story in their preferred language.
