Looking for what to watch this week? From big-ticket theatrical releases to binge-worthy OTT premieres, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a refreshed roundup of the latest films and series arriving in cinemas and on streaming platforms over the coming days—perfect for a family movie night or a weekend binge.
🎬 OTT Releases This Week
1. De De Pyaar De 2 (January 9) – Netflix
After its theatrical run in November 2025, the rom-com sequel lands on OTT. Ajay Devgn returns as Ashish, while Rakul Preet Singh reprises her role as Ayesha. R. Madhavan joins the cast as Ayesha’s father. Set largely in Chandigarh, the film follows Ashish’s attempts to win over a modern yet deeply sceptical would-be father-in-law, leading to plenty of situational comedy.
2. Freedom At Midnight – Season 2 (January 9) – SonyLIV
The second season continues the acclaimed adaptation of the non-fiction book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins. This chapter focuses on the tense months following India’s Independence in 1947, capturing the political turmoil, human cost, and complex aftermath of Partition.
3. Honeymoon Se Hatya (January 9) – Zee5
This five-episode true-crime docudrama explores shocking real-life cases where marriages ended in murder. The series traces the disturbing shift from newlywed romance to obsession, manipulation, and fatal control.
4. Splitsvilla – Season 16 (January 9) – JioHotstar
Back with a twist, the new season introduces a “love vs money” theme. Contestants must constantly choose between emotional connections and financial rewards, testing loyalty, ambition, and strategy.
5. People We Meet On Vacation (January 9) – Netflix
Based on Emily Henry’s bestselling novel, this romantic drama follows two best friends who vacation together every summer for a decade. After a painful fallout, they reunite for one final trip, confronting unresolved feelings and the possibility of love.
6. The Night Manager – Season 2 (January 11) – Prime Video
Set eight years after the first season, the story moves beyond John le Carré’s novel. Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine, now living quietly in London until a chance encounter drags him back into the dangerous world of espionage.
7. Gimbap and Onigiri (January 12) – Netflix
A gentle cross-cultural romance about a South Korean animation student in Japan who finds comfort—and connection—through food. A simple onigiri made by a former athlete sparks a bond that bridges cultures and personal struggles.
8. Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (January 14) – Netflix
Emraan Hashmi stars as a customs officer at Mumbai International Airport. Tasked with dismantling a high-stakes international smuggling racket led by the elusive kingpin Bada Choudhary, the series blends crime, suspense, and national security intrigue.
🎥 Theatrical Releases This Week
9. Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu (January 9) – In Theatres
Named after Chiranjeevi’s birth name, the film features him as a retired intelligence officer forced back into action. When old enemies resurface, he must protect his estranged family from a vengeful former cop.
10. The Raja Saab (January 9) – In Theatres
Directed by Maruthi, this fantasy horror-comedy stars Prabhas as a carefree man attempting to sell his ancestral home—only to discover it’s haunted by his grandfather’s spirit. What follows is a mix of supernatural chaos, humour, and thrills.
Final Take:
Whether you’re in the mood for history, romance, reality TV, crime thrillers, or big-screen spectacle, this week’s lineup across OTT platforms and theatres offers plenty of fresh choices to enjoy with family and friends.
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