Each week, a variety of new films make their way onto OTT platforms. While some of these films originally premiered in theaters, others are released directly to OTT. Covering a range of genres including romance, family, crime, thriller, and suspense, these films engage and entertain OTT viewers. Now that we’re halfway through April, let’s explore the movies that have been released on OTT in the last 15 days and have received considerable acclaim. Find a film that matches your preferences and make plans to watch it on OTT this weekend.
Amar Singh Chamkila
“Amar Singh Chamkila,” featuring Parineeti Chopra as the lead, is making waves on Netflix. The film, which depicts the life of the renowned Punjabi street singer Amar Singh Chamkila, premiered directly on Netflix rather than in theaters. Diljit Dosanjh also stars, playing a pivotal role alongside Parineeti Chopra.
Premalu
The Malayalam blockbuster “Premalu,” which made waves across the country, has been available for streaming on OTT since April 12. Garnering positive reviews, the film particularly resonates with young audiences. The Telugu version can be found on Aha, while the Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada versions are streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. Directed by Girish AD, the movie features Mamitha Baiju and Naslen K Gafoor in the lead roles.
Om Bheem Bush
Currently trending on Amazon Prime, “Om Bheem Bush” started streaming on April 12. This horror comedy stars Rahul Ramakrishna, Priyadarshi, and Sree Vishnu in the lead roles, with Ayesha Khan and Preity Mukhundhan as the heroines. Having entertained audiences in theaters, it continues to garner success on OTT and makes an excellent pick for family viewing. The plot revolves around three friends—Krish, Vinay, and Madhav—who spend their days engaging in trivial mischief. After a series of dramatic events, they find themselves in a village called Bhairavapuram. The story unfolds with them entering a haunted fort, leading to a series of eerie experiences. What changes occur in their lives from this point? Why do they enter the haunted fort, and what encounters await them inside?
GAAMI
“GAAMI,” starring Vishwak Sen, has been available on the Zee5 platform since April 12. Although it received mixed reviews in theaters, the film is finding considerable success on OTT and is now one of the top trending films on Zee5. This adventure thriller, directed by Vidyadhar Kagita, is offered in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada, appealing to audiences across different language groups. It’s an excellent pick for families seeking an engaging movie to watch together this weekend.
Kajal Karthika
The horror thriller “Kajal Karthika,” featuring Kajal Aggarwal and Regina Cassandra, is available on Aha starting from April 9. Arriving on OTT nearly a year after its release in theaters, the film is highly anticipated by audiences. The plot centers on Karthika (Regina), who visits an ancient library to while away the time and stumbles upon a century-old book. As she reads, characters from the book, including five ghosts, begin to materialize before her. Who is Karthika (Kajal)? Why were the villagers responsible for her death? And what is the story behind the other four ghosts?
Tantra
The horror thriller “Tantra,” featuring Ananya Nagalla, is available on Aha from April 5. Directed by Srinivas Gopishetty, the movie originally hit theaters on March 15. In the film, Rekha (played by Ananya) has the ability to see ghosts. As she rekindles a romance with her childhood friend Teju, they start a new relationship. But complications arise when Teju discovers that black magic has been performed on Rekha. What unfolds next? How do the characters Vigatha (Vamsi) and Rajeshwari (Saloni) play into Rekha’s story?
Dune: Part Two
The recent Hollywood blockbuster “Dune: Part Two,” a science fiction film, began streaming on Amazon Prime Video and BookMyShow OTT on April 16. It is currently available for rent. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the movie has garnered substantial global revenues. Featuring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Rebecca Ferguson in the lead roles, it continues to attract audiences worldwide.
Lambasingi
The movie “Lambasingi,” featuring Divi from “Bigg Boss” and directed by Naveen Gandhi, debuted on March 15 to favorable reviews. It became available for streaming on Hotstar on April 2nd and is currently trending. The narrative follows Constable Veerababu, who is in love with a nurse named Harita. He finds out that she is the daughter of Konappa, a Naxalite leader. The plot thickens when Konappa leads an attack on the police station where Veerababu is stationed, and to Veerababu’s shock, Harita is among the attackers. What unfolds next?
Chaari 111
The spy action comedy “Chaari 111,” featuring Vennela Kishore in the lead and directed by TG Keerthi Kumar, began streaming on Amazon Prime Video on April 5. Although it received mixed reviews in theaters, the film stars Vennela Kishore and Samyuktha Vishwanathan as the leads, with Murali Sharma delivering a notable performance.
Adhrushyam
The Telugu dubbed version of the Malayalam movie “Ini Utharam,” known as “Adhrushyam,” is currently streaming on the ETV Win OTT platform. This crime thriller, directed by Sudheesh Ramachandran, features Aparna Balamurali and Harish Uthaman in the lead roles, attracting significant viewer interest.
Sharma And Ambani
The crime comedy “Sharma And Ambani” began streaming on ETV Win OTT starting April 11. Directed by Karthik Sai, this film stars Bharath Tippireddy, Dhanya Balakrishna, and Keshav Karri in leading roles. It has received positive reviews and is performing well with audiences.
