If you’re someone who enjoys OTT releases, you’re in for a treat this week. Numerous movies and shows are premiering on various OTT platforms. Let’s explore the latest additions as we take a closer look at this week’s offerings in the world of movies and web series on OTT. A look at 5 new exciting OTT movies and shows to watch this weekend (September 1, to Sep 3, 2023).
Friday Night Plan
Streaming date: Sep 1, 2023
Platform: Netflix
Centred around two brothers navigating the journey to adulthood, this comedy-drama focuses on their plan to attend a late-night party during their mother’s business trip. The high school siblings prepare for an eventful night that unexpectedly turns into a monumental one, challenging them in unforeseen ways. As they encounter the police and delve into the complexities of their relationship, they strive to return home before their mother’s arrival. Headlining the movie are Babil Khan, Amrith Jayan, and Juhi Chawla.
The Freelancer
Streaming date: Sep 1, 2023
Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Inspired by Shirish Thorat’s 2017 book, A Ticket to Syria, The Freelancer revolves around Avinash Kamath, an ex-cop-turned-mercenary who goes on a dangerous rescue mission. He is tasked with infiltrating a war-torn Syria and extracting Aliya, a newly married girl trapped in the country amid rapidly growing ISIS terrorism. The series is created by Neeraj Pandey, who has earlier helmed other espionage thrillers like Special OPS and Special Ops 1.5: The Himmat Story.
Scam 2003: The Telgi Story
Streaming date: Sep 1, 2023
Platform: Sony LIV
This new entry in Hansal Mehta’s Scam franchise focuses on the 2003 stamp paper counterfeiting scandal. The series is adapted from the Hindi book Reporter ki Diary by journalist and news reporter Sanjay Singh, who broke the story of the scam in 2003. The series tells the story of Abdul Karim Telgi, a counterfeiter who printed fake stamp paper.
Telgi, the mastermind behind one of India’s most ingenious scams spread across multiple states which shook the entire country. It is estimated that the scam value was allegedly around ₹30,000 crores.
The Wheel of Time Season 2
Streaming date: Sep 1, 2023
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Based on the novel series of the same name by Robert Jordan, The Wheel of Time follows Moiraine, a member of the Aes Sedai, a powerful organization of women who can channel the One Power. After the success of the first season, this fantasy drama is returning for the second season on Prime Video.
Neeyat
Streaming date: Sep 1, 2023
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
When an exiled billionaire mysteriously dies at his birthday party at a Scottish castle, the prime suspects are his close family and friends, each with a motive to kill him. CBI officer Mira Rao must use all her skill to unravel the mystery where nothing is what it seems and everyone hides a secret or two. The mystery thriller directed by Anu Menon stars big names like Vidya Balan, Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose, Dipannita Sharma, Shashank Arora, Shahana Goswami, Neeraj Kabi and Amrita Puri.
