OTT Releases Friday (August 29, 2025): 7 latest movies and web series streaming on Netflix, SonyLIV, JioHotstar, ZEE5, and more

Ready to kick off the weekend with something new? The OTT Releases Friday lineup is here, featuring a mix of fresh stories, star power, and binge-worthy drama across Netflix, Prime Video, JioCinema, SonyLIV, ZEE5, and more. Friday’s drops include the soulful Songs of Paradise, the much-anticipated romance Metro… In Dino, and the high-octane Atomic: One Hell of a Ride. If thrillers are your thing, Shodha is sure to keep you hooked, while Love Untangled brings a dose of nostalgic Korean rom-com magic. For something truly unique, Sambhava Vivaranam Nalarasangham: The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang adds an offbeat twist to your weekend watchlist. Here’s everything streaming this Friday!

OTT Releases Friday (August 29, 2025)

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1. Metro… In Dino – Netflix

Directed by Anurag Basu, Metro… In Dino is a soulful romantic drama movie exploring love in four bustling Indian cities. The film features a stellar ensemble cast: Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Pankaj Tripathi, and Konkona Sen Sharma. It beautifully weaves together stories of young lovers discovering passion, older couples rekindling romance, a pair facing an unplanned pregnancy, and another struggling through marital challenges. With its heartfelt soundtrack by Pritam, this drama promises a touching exploration of relationships at every stage of life.

2. Songs of Paradise – Prime Video

Songs of Paradise, directed by Danish Renzu, is a powerful drama film that celebrates the life of Kashmir’s legendary singer Raj Begum. The film traces her inspiring journey from performing at weddings to becoming Radio Kashmir’s first celebrated playback voice. Set against the breathtaking Kashmir Valley, the film explores themes of resilience, cultural pride, and the power of music. Saba Azad and Soni Razdan play Noor Begum, a fictionalized version of Raj Begum, across two generations. The cast also includes Sheeba Chaddha, Shishir Sharma, and Lalit Parimoo. This moving story shows how one woman’s voice redefined Kashmiri music and inspired generations.

3. Better Man – Lionsgate Play

Better Man is a bold fantasy musical biopic that reimagines the life of British pop icon Robbie Williams. Directed by Michael Gracey, the film tells Robbie’s story from his own perspective. He is even portrayed as a motion-captured chimpanzee, symbolizing his feeling of being a “performing monkey.” The movie follows his rise from the youngest member of Take That to a global solo superstar. It also explores his struggles with fame, addiction, and self-identity. Robbie Williams stars as himself, while Jonno Davies plays a younger version of him. The cast includes Steve Pemberton, Damon Herriman, and Kate Mulvany. Better Man is both a celebration of his wit and resilience and a raw exploration of the price of stardom.

4. Atomic: One Hell of a Ride – JioHotstar

Atomic: One Hell of a Ride is a gripping action-thriller web series that pulls viewers into a high-stakes world of espionage and survival. The story follows Max, a reckless small-time dealer, whose life collides with JJ, a mysterious man running from dangerous enemies. Their uneasy alliance sparks a heart-pounding chase across the Middle East and North Africa, where nuclear secrets, covert agents, and deadly cartels lurk in the shadows. Pursued by Cassie Elliott, a brilliant CIA scientist with secrets of her own, Max and JJ must face not only relentless enemies but also the dark truths of their pasts. Starring Alfie Allen, Shazad Latif, this adrenaline-charged series is a rollercoaster of betrayal, shocking revelations, and a fight for redemption.

5. Shodha – Zee5

Shodha is a gripping Kannada thriller, suspense, and mystery TV series that keeps viewers guessing at every turn. The story follows Rohith, who files a missing persons report after his wife vanishes under mysterious circumstances following a fatal accident. When the police finally find her, the investigation takes a shocking twist as she accuses Rohith of deception – but he claims she’s an imposter. Starring Pawan Kumar, Arun Sagar, and Siri Ravikumar, this edge-of-your-seat series blends psychological drama with intense storytelling, making it a must-watch for mystery lovers.

6. Sambhava Vivaranam Nalarasangham: The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang – Sonyliv

Sambhava Vivaranam Nalarasangham: The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang is an offbeat Malayalam comedy and dark humour TV series set in the chaotic underworld of Trivandrum, inspired by real events. The story follows four young men and a slum-dweller who dream of earning respect by organizing a local temple festival. However, their ambitions clash with a ruthless mafia boss who controls the town’s milk and flower markets, leading to a whirlwind of hilarious chaos, danger, and unexpected twists. Starring Darshana Rajendran, Jagadish, and Santhy Balachandran, this unconventional series turns an ordinary plan into an unpredictable, laugh-out-loud thrill ride.

7. Love Untangled – Netflix

Set in 1998 Busan, Love Untangled is a heartwarming Korean teen romance film that captures the innocence and awkward charm of first love. The story follows Park Se-ri, a 19-year-old struggling with frizzy hair and unspoken crushes, who decides to straighten her hair to impress Kim Hyun. But when mysterious transfer student Han Yoon-seok enters her life, her plans take an unexpected turn. Starring Shin Eun-soo, Cha Woo-min, and Gong Myung, this touching K-drama-inspired film beautifully explores friendship, identity, and self-discovery against the nostalgic backdrop of late ’90s Korea.

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