Get ready for your weekly dose of the new OTT releases. In the coming seven days, you’ll be treated to an enticing mix of movies and TV shows that will cater to your binge-watching cravings. Featuring prominently in this week’s lineup is “Kaala Paani,” a gripping thriller starring Mona Singh and Ashutosh Gowariker. Additionally, brace yourself for the return of “Permanent Roommate” with its third season, featuring the beloved duo Sumeet Vyas and Nidhi Singh. If you’re a fan of acclaimed series, both “Elite” and “Upload” are making their much-anticipated comebacks with new seasons. Here’s a look at new OTT releases for this week (Oct 16 to Oct 22, 2023).
Mansion 24
Release Date: 17 October 2023
OTT Platform: Hotstar
Within the unsettling Telugu series, Amrutha embarks on a chilling journey to uncover the whereabouts of her father, who mysteriously disappeared upon entering a notorious haunted mansion. Disregarding all warnings, she ventures into the eerie residence alongside a group of individuals, each propelled by their own motivations. Undaunted by the grim stories of previous explorers who never returned, Amrutha fearlessly delves deeper into the heart of the mansion, racing against the clock while confronting malevolent forces and her most haunting nightmares.
The Devil on Trial
Release Date: 17 October 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
Netflix’s upcoming documentary, “The Devil on Trial,” casts Arne Cheyenne Johnson, Foster Hamilton, Susannah Spearin, and an ensemble of other individuals. Directed by Chris Holt, this dark and gripping documentary offers an intimate and firsthand examination of a young boy who committed the unthinkable act of killing his landlord, all while asserting that he was under the influence of possession.
Permanent Roommates Season 3
Release Date: 18 October 2023
OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The beloved TVF series “Permanent Roommates” returns for its third season, picking up the story as Tanya and Mikesh embark on their marital journey. This season delves into the hurdles and triumphs experienced by the newlywed couple as they commence their life as husband and wife. Expect a continuation of their adventures as they navigate a new set of challenges, offering a glimpse into the intricate tapestry of married life’s intricacies and joys.
Kaala Pani
Release Date: 18 October 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
Created by Sameer Saxena, Kaala Paani is a survival thriller set in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The show features an interesting ensemble cast that includes Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Arushi Sharma, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel and others.
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The show is described as “a grounded story about the fight for survival that questions audiences on how far they would go to survive,” and it takes place in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Doona!
Release Date: 20 October 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
Doona! is a South Korean streaming series directed by Lee Jeong-hyo, and starring Bae Suzy and Yang Se-jong. It revolves around Won-jun, a college student who becomes roommates with Doo-na, a retired K-pop idol who has left her glamorous days behind.
Upload Season 3
Release Date: 20 October 2023
OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
“Upload” is a cutting-edge sci-fi comedy series, set in a world where people can be “uploaded” to a digital afterlife called Lakeview, provided they can afford it. In its third season, Nora and a freshly downloaded Nathan navigate the complexities of their relationship while racing to thwart a menacing conspiracy that jeopardizes numerous lives. Meanwhile, in Lakeview, a backup of Nathan is activated, opening up a new chance at romance for Ingrid, and she’s resolute not to let it slip away.
Elite Season 7
Release Date: 20 October 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
The seventh season of Netflix’s popular Spanish teenage drama will tackle mental health and how most of us neglect it out of fear or ignorance.
In the latest season, Omar embarks on a fresh chapter of his life at the university, far away from Las Encinas. However, his past continues to haunt him. The guilt stemming from Samuel’s death and the enduring pain from that period remain vivid, prompting him to seek therapy.
Eventually, an internship opportunity lures him back to the very school where his troubles began, forcing him to confront his inner demons head-on. As we follow Omar’s journey, we uncover that the other students are likewise grappling with their own silent battles and personal hells.
OTT Releases on Netflix this week (Oct 16 to Oct 22, 2023)
- Creature – October 20
- Disco Inferno – October 20
- Doona! – October 20
- Elite Season 7 – October 20
- Flashback – October 20
- Kandasamys: The Baby – October 20
- Old Dads – October 20
- Surviving Paradise – October 20
- Vjeran Tomic: The Spider-Man of Paris – October 20
