As the post-festive lull settles, streaming platforms and theatres are turning up the heat with an exciting mix of releases this weekend. From edge-of-your-seat thrillers and high-octane action to heartfelt dramas and mythological epics, viewers have plenty to look forward to.

Whether you prefer binge-watching at home or catching the latest films on the big screen, this week’s lineup promises something for every kind of audience.

Top OTT releases to binge watch

War 2

Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani’s action-packed War 2 is making its digital debut on Netflix on October 9. The sixth instalment of the YRF Spy Universe, directed by Ayan Mukerji, continues the saga from Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3. Despite mixed reactions during its theatrical release, fans are eager to see how the spy thriller performs on streaming.

Boots

This is a coming-of-age series inspired by former U.S. Marine Greg Cope White’s memoir The Pink Marine. The show follows Cameron, a closeted gay teenager, and his best friend as they navigate the US Marine Corps boot camp in the 1990s, forming unlikely bonds and discovering themselves. The series premiered on Netflix on October 9.

The Resurrected

This series is a Taiwanese supernatural revenge thriller where two mothers resurrect a deceased scam ringleader to avenge their daughters, uncovering dark secrets in the process. The series, directed by Leste Chen and Hsu Chao-jen, released on October 9 on Netflix.

Saquon

If you are a sports fan, you can stream Saquon on Amazon Prime Video. This documentary chronicles NFL running back Saquon Barkley’s five-year journey, including career-threatening injuries, team changes, and a Super Bowl triumph. Saquon features Barkley as the primary subject and was directed by Alexander Pappas. The film premiered on Prime Video on October 9, 2025.

Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle

Amazon Prime Video premiered a new episode of the talk show Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle on October 9. Co-hosted by Kajol and Twinkle Khanna, the show features candid and unfiltered conversations with celebrity guests.

Search: The Naina Murder Case

Konkona Sen Sharma is headlining the investigative crime drama, playing protagonist ACP Sanyukta Das, who is drawn into the mysterious death of a teenage girl while managing personal challenges. Talk about other casts. The series will be streaming on October 10 on JioHotstar.

Kurukshetra: The Great War of Mahabharata

Netflix has premiered Kurukshetra: The Great War of Mahabharata, India’s first mythological animated series, on October 10. Produced by Tipping Point, the series retells the 18-day battle of Kurukshetra through the perspectives of 18 different warriors, highlighting moral dilemmas, rivalries, and the emotional toll of war, offering viewers a fresh animated take on one of India’s most iconic epics.

What’s new on the big screen this weekend

Smashing Machine

For those preferring the theatre experience, The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson, hits theatres on October 10. The biographical sports drama chronicles MMA fighter Mark Kerr’s career highs, personal struggles, and relentless fight for redemption.

Mirai

Telugu star Teja Sajja headlines Mirai, also releasing on October 10. This fantasy-action thriller follows orphan Vedha, who must protect nine sacred scriptures from a dark lord seeking ultimate power. With its blend of mythology, epic visuals, and high-octane action sequences, the film promises a visual spectacle on the big screen.

From mythological epics like Kurukshetra to high-octane thrillers such as War 2 and Search: The Naina Murder Case, this weekend’s OTT and theatre lineup offers a diverse mix of stories that will keep audiences glued to their screens. Whether you crave suspense, action, or heartwarming tales, there’s plenty to binge and enjoy.