
In the current era of OTT, every week new movies are reaching the audience. This weekend, a large number of Telugu films are making their way to OTT platforms, along with some interesting series. Let’s find out which OTT movies and series are coming this week and where they are streaming.



Kali



The film 'Kali' has made its way to OTT this week and is streaming on ETV Win from October 17. Prince and Naresh Agastya play the lead roles, with Neha Krishnan as the heroine. Directed by Siva Sheshu, the film was released on October 4 and has received positive feedback. The plot revolves around Shiva Ram (Prince), a university professor who never refuses to help anyone. However, his kindness is exploited by his own relatives who swindle his assets. At the brink of committing suicide, Shiva Ram is stopped by Kali Purusha (Naresh Agastya), who governs the age of Kali. What changes does his arrival bring to Shiva Ram’s life?







1000 Babies



This intriguing web series '1000 Babies' is set to stream on Disney+ Hotstar from October 18. It will be available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Malayalam. Starring Rahman and Neena Gupta, the series is directed by Nazim and is shaped around a suspense thriller concept. The recently released trailer, which shows a police team searching in the forest and an old woman in a remote house, has caught significant attention. Though the full plot isn't revealed, the series promises to be engaging.







Snakes and Ladders



Another thrilling web series is coming to Amazon Prime this week. 'Snakes and Ladders', originally made in Tamil, will start streaming from October 18 in Telugu and other South Indian languages. Naveen Chandra, Muthukumar, Nandu, and Manoj Bharathiraja play key roles, with direction by Bharath, Muralidharan, Ashok Veerappan, and Kamala Alchemy across episodes. The story revolves around four daring children who, in an attempt to hide a danger, end up attracting more trouble. With both police and thieves chasing them, how will these children escape, and what twists turn their lives?







Currency Nagar



Last year’s release 'Currency Nagar' has arrived on OTT this week, streaming on Amazon Prime on a rental basis from October 15. Directed by Vennela Kumar Pothepalli, it features Yadlapalli Mahesh, Spandana Soman, Keshav, Rajashekar, Chandini, and Sudarshan. The plot unfolds as Satya needs ₹5 lakhs and decides to steal, if necessary, to acquire the funds. He picks up a box believing it to contain gold, but the box ends up telling him three stories. What does Satya do after hearing these stories?







Crime Reel



'Crime Reel', a film directed and starred in by Sanjana Anne of Bigg Boss Season 2 fame, along with Bharath, Siri Choudary, and Jabardasth Abhi, arrived on Aha from October 13. It was first released in theaters this July. The plot follows an innocent girl who starts making Instagram reels and participates in social media trends, which ignites her dream to become a heroine. What happens next? How do these social media reels cause problems for her?







Millers Girl



For those who enjoy Hollywood films, 'Millers Girl' has started streaming on Amazon Prime from October 17. Available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Marathi, the film stars Martin Freeman, Jenna Ortega, Bashir Salahuddin, Gideon Adlon, and Dagmara Dominczyk, directed by Jade Halley Bartlett. The story revolves around a wealthy teenage girl and her interactions with a person who comes to teach her creative writing, along with the challenges that follow.







Mathu Vadalara 2



If you missed last week's interesting movies on OTT, plan to catch them this weekend. 'Mathu Vadalara 2', which became a blockbuster hit upon its recent release, is streaming on Netflix from October 11. Released in theaters on September 13, the film features Sri Simha and Satya in lead roles. The plot centers around delivery boy agents Babu (Sri Simha) and Yesu Babu (Satya) who become special agents. A minor mistake in a case leads them into trouble. What is the case about? What was their mistake? How did they get out of it? How does undercover agent Nidhi (Faria Abdullah) help them?







Gorre Puranam



The recent film 'Gorre Puranam', starring Suhas, did not fare well at the box office but grabbed attention with its unique concept. Released in theaters on September 20, it started streaming on Aha from October 10. Those who missed it in theaters can now watch it at home with their families. The plot involves a Muslim man who buys a goat to make biryani, but the goat escapes and finds refuge in a village temple. As the villagers plan to sacrifice it after getting intoxicated, Hindus catch them, leading to a conflict between two religions that results in the goat's arrest. Who is Ravi, and how is he connected to the goat's predicament?







Pailam Pilaga



The film 'Pailam Pilaga', starring Saitej and Pavani Karanam, did not impress much after its release on September 20 but has been streaming on ETV Win from October 10 as a Dasara gift. The plot follows Shiva who decides to settle in Dubai and needs ₹2 lakhs for a passport and job. He tries to sell a worthless hillside plot, but no one is interested until the next day when suddenly several people compete to buy it. Why did they compete for a useless plot? Did Shiva’s wish come true?







Sabari



'Sabari', a pan-India film starring the unique actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, was produced under the banner of Maha Movies by Mahendranath Koondla. Introduced as a director with this film, Anil Katz managed to draw an average response in theaters. Streaming on SunNxt in five languages from October 11, the plot follows Sanjana (Varalaxmi) who moves from Mumbai to Visakhapatnam with her daughter after leaving her husband. She joins a corporate company as a Zumba dancer, but Surya (Mime Gopi) tries to kill her. Who is Surya? Why did Sanjana leave her husband, Arvind? How did she save her kidnapped daughter?






Weekend OTT Releases: Want some entertainment this weekend? Check these out on OTT!


According to recent reports from Apple, the iPhone SE (2022) will be succeeded by the iPhone SE 4. Notable leaker Jukanlosreve shared intriguing details about this affordable iPhone on his X account. Let’s see what Apple fans can expect from the new iPhone SE 4.



Display



The iPhone SE 4 is considered the fourth-generation model, featuring a 6.06-inch LTPS OLED screen. This display offers a resolution of 1,170x2,532 pixels and can reach a brightness of up to 800 nits. The OLED materials are sourced from Samsung M11, previously used in the iPhone 14. Notably, this model will introduce a notch in the display, marking a significant change for the SE series.







New Chipset



This new model is expected to operate on Apple's A18 chip, which might also be used in the upcoming iPhone 16. This chip is developed based on TSMC's N3E process technology. The device is rumored to come with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, suggesting it will deliver high-end performance.







Face ID



The iPhone SE 4 could be the first SE model to replace Touch ID with Face ID. This change implies the removal of the home button, introducing a new era in Apple's technology.







Camera Improvements



The primary rear camera in the iPhone SE 4 will be a 48-megapixel Sony IMX904 sensor, enhancing photo sharpness and clarity. Additionally, a 12-megapixel TrueDepth front camera with an f/1.9 aperture will support autofocus, making selfies easier and more detailed.







Enhanced Battery



The battery capacity will improve to 3279mAh, the highest yet in the SE series, with support for 20W USB-PD charging and 15W wireless charging (MagSafe and Qi2), facilitating faster charging times.







Pricing



The new iPhone SE 4 is expected to be priced between $499 and $549, which translates approximately to ₹42,000 to ₹46,200 in Indian currency. This model offers double the storage of the previous 64GB third-generation model released in 2022.







According to the leaker, Apple might release the iPhone SE 4 by March 2025, possibly before Apple's spring event. The iPhone SE 4 series aims to exceed expectations in the market, providing an affordable option among high-priced iPhones. With features like enhanced battery capacity, improved cameras, Face ID, a new design, and the reliable performance of the A18 chip, this device is set to offer consumers a fresh experience.


Apple's iPhone SE 4: Affordable Powerhouse with OLED Display, A18 Chip, and Face ID - Here's What to Expect!


Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Rebel Star Prabhas , 'Kalki 2898 AD' is making waves at the box office. Even 11 days after its release, the movie's earnings show no signs of slowing down. It is breaking new records globally, with 'Kalki' mania particularly strong in North America, where the Indian diaspora has shown significant interest. The film's latest global collections are remarkably impressive.



&nbsp;What are the 11-Day Collections?



'Kalki 2898 AD' has enjoyed a successful run in theaters for 11 days. Vyjayanthi Movies officially announced that in just 11 days, 'Kalki' has grossed over ₹900 crores. A special poster released on the X platform is particularly captivating to netizens. Fans are noting that this achievement reaffirms Prabhas's star power.




https://twitter.com/VyjayanthiFilms/status/1810220707357565060




North American Record



Kalki has received an unprecedented response in North America. Movie lovers there are hugely supporting the film. Trade sources revealed that in just the first 9 days, the film grossed $14.82 million, which is equivalent to about ₹123.76 crores in Indian currency. There are also reports of massive advance bookings for the weekend.




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Just a Step Away from ₹1000 Crores!



'Kalki 2898 AD' is just a step away from reaching the ₹1000 crore mark. It needs just another ₹100 crores to join the ₹1000 crore club and achieve the target set before its release. By Wednesday, it seems certain that Kalki will cross the ₹1000 crore mark. With no new movies releasing until this Friday, the collections are expected to increase further.




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&nbsp;Day 1 Collections?



All eyes are currently on the Day 1 collections of 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Vyjayanthi Movies has officially announced that on its first day, 'Kalki' grossed ₹191.5 crores worldwide. The makers released a special poster with the caption "Let's Celebrate Cinema". Trade circles had previously estimated that the film would gross over ₹200 crores on its first day. However, Kalki just missed the ₹200 crore mark.




https://twitter.com/Kalki2898AD/status/1806617136690839769




&nbsp;First Weekend Collection?



Directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas, 'Kalki 2898 AD' grossed ₹555 crores worldwide in its first weekend. The production company posted a special poster last week featuring main cast members like Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone. The caption for the poster states, "Dominating the global box office with no signs of slowing down."




https://twitter.com/VyjayanthiFilms/status/1807678411529506945



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