12 New OTT Releases This Week: Movies and Shows Coming to Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 and More
12 New OTT Releases This Week: Movies and Shows Coming to Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 and More
The fourth week of September brings a wide variety of movies and series to streaming platforms. From crime thrillers to courtroom dramas and romantic comedies to family entertainment and reality television, there are plenty of new additions for OTT viewers.
Between September 21 and 27, 2026 several platforms, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, Apple TV, and Amazon MX Player also add some new titles. Here are 12 releases to watch this week, in a different order, with a brief watchability verdict for each.
- Hunkkaar: The Roar — JioHotstar
Release date: September 25
Aneet Padda stars in this courtroom crime drama, playing 17-year-old Meenu Rawat, whose decision to file a sexual assault complaint against a powerful cult leader creates a clash of truth, power and popularity.
Fatima Sana Shaikh also stars as ACP Jasleen Singh Soni, the police officer investigating the case, while Raghubir Yadav also makes an appearance.
Watchability Verdict: Worth a Watch — The social issue and courtroom intrigue, as well as a stellar cast, make this one worth adding to your weekend list if you enjoy intense Indian dramas.
- Unabomber — Netflix
Release date: September 25
Russell Crowe, Jacob Tremblay and Shailene Woodley headline this crime drama based on real events.
The story moves between Ted Kaczynski’s years as a Harvard student and the FBI investigation that eventually led to him being identified. Jacob Tremblay portrays the younger Kaczynski, while Russell Crowe plays the role of psychologist Henry Murray.
Watchability Verdict: High Interest — A real-life crime story, Russell Crowe and psychological investigation make this one appealing if you enjoy engaging in serious crime dramas.
- The Love Hypothesis — Amazon Prime Video
Release date: September 23
Adapted from Ali Hazelwood’s bestselling novel, The Love Hypothesis follows Olive, a PhD student who is involved in a fake relationship with her intimidating professor Adam Carlsen.
Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman lead the romantic comedy as the fake relationship gradually becomes more complicated.
Watchability Verdict: Easy Weekend Watch — If you’re looking for something lighter, romantic and entertaining rather than a dark thriller, this could be a comfortable choice.
- Bakaiti Season 2 — ZEE5
Release date: September 25
The Kataria family return for another round of family drama and comedy.
The new season follows the dispute over the family’s ancestral home, Kataria Kutir. Ajay, Alka and Aman are in a situation where two families have to live together.
Rajesh Tailang returns as Sanjay, who is dealing with financial problems and the chaos created by different personalities under one roof.
Watchability Verdict: Family-Friendly Pick — Viewers who enjoyed the first season and prefer Indian family comedy should find plenty of familiar humour and domestic chaos here.
- Brothers — Apple TV
Release date: September 23
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson reunite in this comedy series, playing fictionalised versions of themselves.
Their friendship takes an unexpected turn when they discover a family secret suggesting that they could actually be brothers. Woody subsequently moves his family to Matthew’s ranch in Austin.
The eight-episode series launches with two episodes before continuing with weekly releases.
Watchability Verdict: Comedy to Try — The McConaughey-Harrelson reunion is the biggest attraction, making this one a promising option for viewers looking to enjoy a character-driven comedy.
- Don’t Be Shy — Amazon Prime Video
Release date: September 25
Produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt, Don’t Be Shy follows Shyamili “Shy” Das, a college student whose life turns around when her boyfriend unisexes her with his new girlfriend.
As she navigates heartbreak and an unusual friendship, Shy learns more about herself.
Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora and Piyush Khati lead the cast.
Watchability Verdict: For Rom-Com Fans — The coming-of-age storyline and relationship drama make it a suitable pick if you prefer contemporary young-adult romance.
- The Final Problem — Netflix
Release date: September 25
This four-part mystery series is based on Arturo Pérez-Reverte’s bestselling novel.
Set in 1959, the story follows a group of people trapped on an isolated island after a violent storm. When a woman is found dead in a secluded hotel, what appeared to be suicide is now looking more like a murder.
José Coronado, María Valverde and Maribel Verdú headline the series.
Watchability Verdict: Mystery Fans Should Try It — The isolated setting, murder investigation and limited-series format could make this one a good pick for viewers who enjoy slow-burn mysteries.
- Rise & Fall Season 2 — Amazon MX Player
Release date: September 26
The reality competition returns with former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag as host.
This season brings 15 celebrities together for 42 days. Contestants are divided between the luxurious “Rulers” penthouse and the basement occupied by the “Workers”.
The format revolves around strategy, alliances, rivalries and competition for the final prize.
Watchability Verdict: For Reality-TV Fans — If strategy, celebrity drama and competitive reality shows are your thing, this is an easy addition to the watchlist.
- Minerva Academy — Netflix
Release date: September 22
Set inside a military high school in Naples, Minerva Academy follows three teenagers dealing with friendships, discipline and family expectations as well as some secrets.
Salvo, Vincenzo and Camilla arrive at the academy with different personal motivations. Salvo, in particular, is searching for answers surrounding his missing friend.
Watchability Verdict: Good Mystery-Drama Option — The combination of teenage relationships, academy life and a central mystery gives the series appeal beyond a conventional school drama.
- Mango Pachcha — JioHotstar
Release date: September 25
Mango Pachcha follows Prashanth, also known as Pachcha, a video-rental shop owner from Mysuru who unexpectedly inherits his late father’s secret marijuana-smuggling operation.
With help from a corrupt mayor, Pachcha expands the business, but his ambitions also expose him to new dangers.
Watchability Verdict: For Crime-Drama Viewers — The unusual premise and mix of crime, ambition and dark humour can make this an interesting choice for regional-language OTT.
- Habeas Corpus — Netflix
Release date: September 23
This Brazilian legal drama follows Inez, a respected law professor who leads a group of students investigating a wrongful-conviction case.
As the investigation progresses, Inez discovers that one of her brightest students has a personal connection to the case. The search for the truth leads towards corruption and difficult moral questions.
Watchability Verdict: Worth Exploring — Viewers who enjoy courtroom investigations and international dramas may find this a refreshing addition to their Netflix watchlist.
- My Sad Dead — Netflix
Release date: September 24
The supernatural mystery follows Ema, a retired doctor with an unusual ability: she can see and hear dead people.
After her mother’s death and the arrival of her niece Julie, strange events are unfolding in Piedrabuena, Spain. The mystery deepens after three teenagers are murdered, drawing Ema into a conflict between the living and the dead.
Watchability Verdict: For Supernatural-Mystery Fans — The combination of murder mystery, family secrets and paranormal elements make this one a great pick for viewers who like supernatural thrillers.
Final Thoughts
The OTT lineup for September 21–27, 2026 covers almost every major genre. Crime and mystery fans have Unabomber, The Final Problem, Hunkkaar: The Roar and My Sad Dead, while viewers looking for romance can explore The Love Hypothesis and Don’t Be Shy.
For comedy and family entertainment, Brothers and Bakaiti Season 2 offer lighter alternatives while reality-TV audiences can tune into Rise & Fall Season 2.
With 12 new releases coming across multiple streaming platforms this week, it gives OTT audiences plenty of options depending on whether they’re in the mood for suspense, romance, comedy, drama or reality entertainment.
Which one will you be watching first?
