Khufiya to Loki season 2, latest OTT releases to watch this week

Latest OTT releases to watch this week:  With a lineup of over 10 shows releasing today and in the coming days, there is something for everyone's taste.

Updated On: 2023-10-05 04:50 PM IST

Compiled by : Tuhina Upadhyay

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Beckham (October 4) - Streaming on Netflix
On October 4, Netflix presents "Beckham," a captivating four-part docuseries that delves into the life of worldwide football legend David Beckham. Despite his immense global fame, Beckham's true essence remains a mystery to many.

This series unravels his remarkable journey, beginning with his modest upbringing in the working-class neighborhoods of East London, showcasing his unrelenting drive for success, and revealing the challenging quest to harmonize his ambitions, love life, and family responsibilities.

Khufiya (October 5) - Streaming on Netflix
On October 5, Netflix presents "Khufiya," an eagerly awaited espionage thriller, conceived by the multi-talented Vishal Bhardwaj, who assumes the roles of writer, producer, and director. Drawing its inspiration from Amar Bhushan's gripping espionage novel, "Escape to Nowhere," the narrative unfolds around Krishna Mehra (Tabu), a dedicated operative of the Research & Analysis Wing. 

Tasked with the mission to uncover the elusive mole responsible for leaking India's vital defense secrets, she navigates the treacherous terrain of espionage while wrestling with the complexities of her dual existence as both a secret agent and a lover. Ali Fazal, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Ashish Vidyarthi also play pivotal parts in the film.

Lupin: Part 3 (October 5) - Streaming on Netflix
On October 5, Netflix brings you "Lupin: Part 3," the captivating French series with Omar Sy taking the lead as Assane Diop. In its third part, the narrative unfolds with Assane living incognito, distanced from his beloved wife and son. As their suffering intensifies due to his actions in the past, Assane's inner turmoil reaches a breaking point.

Determined to end their anguish, he embarks on a daring journey back to Paris, proposing they abandon France to start afresh elsewhere. However, the specters of the past never truly vanish, and an unexpected return threatens to upend Assane's carefully laid plans.

Gran Turismo (October 5) - Available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream
On October 5, an American biographical sports drama film, "Gran Turismo," inspired by the eponymous acclaimed racing simulation video game series developed by Polyphony Digital, arrives on BookMyShow Stream. This tale is a gripping portrayal of the real-life journey of Jann Mardenborough (played by Archie Madekwe), a young Gran Turismo enthusiast who transcended virtual racing to become a professional race car driver under Nissan's motorsport division.

The company's groundbreaking initiative, the GT Academy, served as the catalyst as it scoured the ranks of skilled players in the racing simulator, aiming to transform them into bona fide racing talents. The film also stars David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, and Dijon Hounsou.

Gadar 2 (October 6) - Streaming on Zee5
October 6 is officially the release date for Gadar 2's digital premiere. The actioner stars Sunny Deol in the lead and collected over Rs 500 crore at the box office. 

OMG 2 (October 8) - Streaming on Netflix
OMG 2, is a satirical comedy-drama film and is the story of Kanti Sharan Mudgal, a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva, a simple man, a loving father, and a caring husband. One day his son, Vivek, is blamed for immoral conduct and thrown out of school. This blockbuster movie is finally coming to our screens at home.

Asteroid City (October 6) - Available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream
On October 6, "Asteroid City," a whimsical comedy-drama brought to life by Wes Anderson as writer, director, and producer, becomes available to buy and rent on BookMyShow Stream. The narrative unfolds in a unique dual format, simultaneously portraying the happenings of a Junior Stargazer convention set in a retrofuturistic rendition of 1955 and presented as a play, while also chronicling the behind-the-scenes creation of the same play.

Painted in yummy Wes Anderson colors, the film features a star-studded cast featuring Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, and Jeff Goldblum, among others.

Ballerina (October 6) - Streaming on Netflix
On October 6, Netflix delivers "Ballerina," an adrenaline-pumping revenge action thriller that delves into the world of Ok-ju, a merciless former bodyguard skilled at martial arts, sword fighting, and handling weapons.

Consumed by the pain of losing her best friend and tormented by her inability to shield her, Ok-ju embarks on a mission to honor her beloved's final wish: to seek out and exact satisfying vengeance.

Fair Play (October 6) - Streaming on Netflix
Streaming on Netflix from October 6, "Fair Play" explores the consequences of a highly sought-after promotion at a ruthlessly competitive hedge fund. As their once-harmonious relationship takes a dark and unsettling turn, Emily and Luke are forced to confront the steep cost of success and the problematic boundaries of ambition.

"Fair Play" unfurls the disconcerting intersection of empowerment and arrogance, delving into the destructive interactions that set partners against one another.

Joy Ride (October 6) - Streaming on Lionsgate Play
"Joy Ride," streaming on Lionsgate Play from October 6, follows Audrey's trip to Asia to find her birth mother, which takes an unexpected turn for the worse. She calls upon the assistance of an eclectic trio: Lolo, her lifelong best friend, Kat, a friend from their college days, and Deadeye, Lolo's quirky cousin. 

Their extraordinary adventure, characterized by its unbridled spontaneity, evolves into a profound voyage of connection, camaraderie, and wild revelry.

Insidious: The Red Door (October 6) - Streaming on Netflix
On October 6, Netflix unveils "Insidious: The Red Door," the fifth installment in the Insidious series and a direct follow-up to Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013). The story unfolds nine years after the harrowing possession of Josh Lambert (Patrick Wilson). 

Josh's life has taken a tumultuous turn, marked by divorce and strained relationships with his children, particularly his son, Dalton. As Dalton embarks on his journey to college, he becomes plagued by bizarre dreams that swiftly escalate into waking nightmares. With their memories of the past deeply suppressed, Josh and Dalton grapple with the relentless resurgence of their haunting demons as their quest for answers becomes an urgent and perilous endeavor.

Mumbai Diaries season 2 (October 6) - Streaming on Prime Video
Returning to Prime Video on October 6 is "Mumbai Diaries," a medical thriller that unfolds within the high-pressure environment of a government hospital's emergency room. This series delves into the daunting trials confronted by the hospital's medical personnel and the city's first responders as they grapple with monumental problems.

While the inaugural season chronicled the experiences of the Bombay General Hospital team during the 2008 terrorist attacks that besieged the city, the second season thrusts them into the heart of adversity once again, this time during the catastrophic Mumbai floods, where they face a multitude of challenges. It stars Mohit Raina and Konkona Sen Sharma in the lead.

Loki season 2 (October 6) - Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar
On October 6, Disney+ Hotstar brings you the second season of the Marvel Cinematic Universe series, "Loki." Tom Hiddleston returns as the iconic God of Mischief in this new season, as an alternate incarnation of himself who escaped with the Tesseract during the events of Avengers: Endgame (2019).

 In this season, Loki teams up with Mobius M. Mobius, Hunter B-15, and various Time Variance Authority (TVA) operatives to venture through the vast multiverse in order to locate Sylvie, Ravonna Renslayer, and Miss Minutes. The series also features Sophia Di Martino, Owen Wilson, and Ke Huy Quan

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