This weekend can certainly be called a festival for OTT enthusiasts. In celebration of Independence Day on August 15th, several new films have been released for streaming, all set to entertain. Additionally, intriguing web series have also made their way to OTT platforms. What are these films? What are their plots? Where are they streaming? Let’s find out in this special report.
Veeranjaneyulu Vihara Yatra
The prominent OTT platform, ETV Win, has brought another family entertainer this week. Streaming since August 14, “Veeranjaneyulu Vihara Yatra” features senior actor Naresh, Srilakshmi, and young actors Rag Mayoor and Priya Vadlamani. Directed by Anurag Palutla, the film is set against the backdrop of a middle-class family. The plot revolves around Nageswara Rao (Naresh), a math teacher struggling to support his family. After losing his job and with his daughter’s wedding fixed, he needs money urgently. A potential buyer offers ₹60 lakhs for a house in Goa bought by his father Veeranjaneyulu. This leads the family to embark on a journey to Goa to sell the house. How does this journey impact Nageswara Rao’s family?
Manorathangal
The Malayalam anthology series “Manorathangal,” featuring stars like Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Fahadh Faasil, began streaming on Zee5 from August 15. Based on stories written by the renowned writer and director M.T. Vasudevan Nair, this series consists of nine stories and was directed by eight different directors. The participation of Malayalam stars has sparked considerable interest among viewers.
Pekamedalu
The Telugu movie “Pekamedalu,” a crime comedy drama, has made its way to OTT just a month after its theatrical release. Starring Vinoth Kishan and Anusha Nuthula, and directed by Neelagiri Mamilla, it started streaming on ETV Win from August 15. The plot follows Lakshman and Varalakshmi, a couple living in an area by the Musi river. Despite being an engineering graduate, Lakshman remains jobless and dreams of earning millions by selling plots. When Swetha from the US approaches him, seeing him as a wealthy man, what unfolds next? What lesson does Lakshman learn?
OMG
The comedy horror film “OMG (O Manchi Ghost)” arrived on OTT platforms on August 15 and is available to watch on Aha. The movie, directed by Shankar K. Marthand, stars Vennela Kishore, Shakalaka Shankar, Nandita Swetha, Navya Gayak, and Naveen Neni. The plot centers around Chaitanya and his friends who need money and decide to kidnap Keerthi, the daughter of an MLA. They hide her in a bungalow haunted by a ghost that despises kidnappers. What happens next? Do they manage to escape from the bungalow or not?
Darling
Starring the talented actor Priyadarshi and Nabha Natesh, the romantic comedy entertainer “Darling” has been streaming on Hotstar since August 13. The plot revolves around Raghav (Priyadarshi), who dreams of marriage and a honeymoon in Paris since childhood. Anandi (Nabha Natesh), who suffers from multiple personality disorder, enters his life. What challenges does Raghav face with Anandi?
Blink
Starring Deekshith Shetty, who captivated Telugu audiences as a friend to Nani in the movie “Dasara,” “Blink” is a science fiction thriller that premiered earlier this year. Streaming on Amazon Prime since August 12, the plot follows Apurva (Deekshith Shetty), a PG dropout who works part-time and falls in love with Swapna (Mandatha). A secret about his father turns Apurva’s life upside down, leading him to time travel by blinking his eyes. What caused all this?
EVOL
The bold romantic crime thriller “EVOL” started streaming on Aha from August 15. Directed by Yogi Velagapudi, it stars Surya Srinivas, Shiva Boddu Raju, and Jennifer Emmanuel. The title “EVOL” is “LOVE” spelled backwards, reflecting the film’s theme. The plot involves a girl who falls in love with two friends simultaneously and gets physically close to them. But did she truly love them, or was it a trap? How does this love story unfold?
My Perfect Husband
Starring Tamil veteran actor Sathyaraj, the family drama web series “My Perfect Husband” has been streaming on Hotstar since August 16, available in both Tamil and Telugu. Directed by Tamira, the plot focuses on Sathyaraj, a women’s college lecturer whose wife Rekha is proud that her husband never even glances at another woman. However, Sathyaraj had a crush in his youth, and years later, that woman re-enters his life. How does Rekha react when she learns about their past affair?
