OTT Release This Week: From The Night Manager Season 2 to Weapons OTT releases deliver thrillers, romance and drama across major platforms.
and top OTT premieres of 2026 offer drama, romance and thrillers for binge-watchers (Photo: File)
OTT Release This Week: The Second week of January ensures a strong mix of new OTT releases across platforms such as Weapons, The Night Manager Season 2, De De Pyaar De 2 and People We Met on Vacation have much in store for binge ready viewers from suspense and romance to high stakes drama.
OTT Release Date: 8 January, 2026
Where to Watch: JioHotstar
Zach Cregger’s Weapons leans heavily on unease rather than shock value when an entire group of schoolchildren disappears on the same night, the story follows the ripple effect on families and neighbours. The horror comes from silence, suspicion and the fear of the unknown.
OTT Release Date: 8 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix
It is based on Alice Feeney’s novel, this psychological thriller tracks two former partners pulled into the same murder case. A detective and a journalist view the crime from opposing angles, making trust scarce and motives blurry. The tension lies in what each chooses to hide.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix
The sequel shifts gears from urban romance to family comedy with Ashish and Ayesha face cultural expectations and meddling relatives. While the humour remains light, the film also pokes fun at generational clashes around love and marriage.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix
This is adaptation of Emily Henry’s bestseller is built around emotional familiarity. Two friends with contrasting personalities revisit shared trips and unresolved feelings. It is gentle, conversational and perfect for viewers who like romance rooted in everyday moments.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: JioHotstar
The series dives back into Victorian London’s underground boxing scene. Mary Carr and her gang navigate fresh power struggles as loyalties are tested. Gritty storytelling and period detail continue to anchor the show’s appeal.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: JioHotstar
It is set during a holiday weekend, the hospital drama intensifies both professional and personal conflicts. Doctors and nurses face moral dilemmas while racing against time. The season builds emotional weight through relentless pacing.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: SonyLIV
Moving beyond Independence, the series explores India’s early political and social fractures. Leadership, uncertainty and compromise shape the narrative, offering a reflective look at nation building rather than celebration alone.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix
The Spanish ensemble comedy returns with sharper satire. The characters wrestle with evolving ideas of masculinity, relationships and technology. It balances awkward humour with surprisingly honest commentary.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
This sports drama revolves around professional kabaddi players bound by loyalty and rivalry. As ambition grows, so do personal conflicts and the film blends physical intensity with emotional stakes.
OTT Release Date: 9 January, 2026
Where to Watch: ZEE 5
A morally compromised detective stumbles into a dangerous criminal plot involving masked operatives. Twists and shifting alliances drive this Tamil action thriller and keeping the focus firmly on survival.
OTT Release Date: 10 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix or Viki
The Korean vigilante drama continues releasing episodes through the week. Revenge stories unfold with social commentary and making it an engaging option for binge watchers nearing the finale.
OTT Release Date: 11 January, 2026
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Tom Hiddleston returns in the long-awaited continuation of the spy thriller with global arms deals and political intrigue, the new season raises the stakes and offers slick pacing and polished performances.
