Latest OTT releases this week (August 11, 2025 to August 17, 2025): 12 new films and series to watch on JioHotstar, Prime Video, Sony LIV, ZEE5, Netflix

Summary:

• Diverse OTT lineup from Aug 11–17, 2025, spanning drama, thriller, horror, action, and comedy.

• Key titles include Andhera, Tehran, The Crow, Limitless, and KBC S17.

• Mix of courtroom battles, political intrigue, survival quests, and dark humour.

This week's OTT lineup (August 11–17, 2025) offers a diverse selection of genres to cater to all viewers, with compelling courtroom dramas, terrifying horrors, high-stakes thrillers, and touching journeys among the many options. The roster has Adv. Achinta Aich Season 2 and Court Kacheri showcasing judicial combat, Alien: Earth showcasing interplanetary danger, and Andhera creating urban fear. Both Tehran and Saare Jahan Se Accha are driven by political intrigue, but JSK: Janaki V vs State of Kerala and The Night Always Comes focus on emotional resilience. Watch The Crow, Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal, and Limitless: Live Better Now for action, dark comedy, and personal growth, respectively, and celebrate the milestone season of Kaun Banega Crorepati for fans of classic quiz shows. Whatever your taste in entertainment—suspense, inspiration, or comedy—you'll find it in this week's offerings.

Latest OTT releases this week (August 11, 2025 to August 17, 2025)

Adv. Achinta Aich Season 2 - August 14 (hoichoi)

In the face of antisocial comments, nasty stares, and legal obstacles, can Achintya Aich stand up for justice again?

Alien: Earth - August 12 (JioHotstar [OTTplay Premium])

A motley crew of tactical warriors led by "Wendy" (Sydney Chandler) comes face to face with Earth's biggest danger after the enigmatic space research ship USCSS Maginot crashes on the earth.

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Andhera - August 14 (Prime Video)

A terrifying entity pursues the living beneath the glittering skyline of Mumbai. A courageous police officer and a troubled medical student face this living evil head-on in this graphic urban horror story.

Court Kacheri - August 13 (Sony LIV [OTTplay Premium])

Set in the district courts of India, Court Kacheri is a coming-of-age drama about the law. Param, a young man destined to break free of his family's legal heritage, serves as a lens through which the film examines emotionally charged human situations, high-stakes legal conflicts, and the brutal realities of the courtroom.

JSK: Janaki V vs State of Kerala - August 15 (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])

Janaki, a Bangalore-based IT professional, takes a relaxing holiday to her homeland in Kerala. Unfortunately, a terrible incident breaks her serenity. The case takes an unexpected turn when Advocate David Abel Donovan enters, just as Sarah begins her struggle for justice. Can Janaki achieve justice in her quest? Or will she have to prove herself through the system's trials?

Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 - August 11 (Sony LIV [OTTplay Premium])

Amitabh Bachchan returns as host for Season 17 of Kaun Banega Crorepati, which marks the show's 25th anniversary. "Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahaan Akad Hai" (Where there’s intelligence, there’s pride) is the new season's campaign that highlights the power of knowledge and self-belief. Blending entertainment with education and empowerment, the show offers participants the chance to win significant rewards by answering a series of hard questions. The show continues to inspire and engage audiences across India.

Limitless: Live Better Now - August 15 (JioHotstar [OTTplay Premium])

Chris Hemsworth investigates health-enhancing strategies supported by research by tackling three formidable problems. All in the name of finding out how to live longer, healthier lives, he learns to drum for an unexpected stadium gig that will enhance brainpower, climbs a frozen 600-foot wall to investigate the advantages of pushing beyond their comfort zone, and embraces the brutal pain training of the Special Forces in South Korea.

Saare Jahan Se Accha - August 13 (Netflix)

Saare Jahan Se Accha takes viewers inside the dangerous world of intelligence, where the fate of a nation hangs in the balance due to the minute lag in transmitting vital information. Vishnu is faced with the daunting task of sabotaging an impending nuclear danger while staying one step ahead of India's enemies as he navigates a treacherous terrain.

Tehran - August 14 (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])

A secret operation in Tehran awaits Special Cell officer RK after the 2012 bombing in Delhi. Iran wants him dead and India abandons him; can he find out who was behind the attack?

The Crow - August 14 (Lionsgate Play [OTTplay Premium])

When the demons from her terrible history resurface, they brutally kill Eric (Skarsgård) and Shelly (FKA Twigs), who are soulmates. Equipped with the opportunity to spare his beloved by giving his life, Eric embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance against their assassins, venturing into both the realms of life and death to make amends for what has been wronged.

The Night Always Comes - August 15 (Netflix)

Lynette, played by Vanessa Kirby, is an imperfect but resolute anti-heroine who, in a last-ditch effort to save her family from eviction, goes on a perilous one-night adventure into the seedy underworld of Portland. A desperate and increasingly risky all-night search for $25,000 is launched by a lady whose family is facing eviction from a city they can no longer afford.

Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal - August 14 (Manorama MAX)

In the midst of the chaotic last rituals of a cherished grandma, Savithri Amma, the events of the dark comedy Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal unfold in a picturesque Thiruvananthapuram village. Amidst the power struggles between her extended family and the neighbourhood, Anjali, the granddaughter, struggles to overcome her unhealthy connections and the immense pressure to perform. As Anjali discreetly questions whether tradition or the wishes of her deceased grandmother should guide the rites, the burial transforms into a platform for comedic mayhem, filled with domineering relatives, political posturing, misdirected priorities, and regional slang-fuelled humour.

FAQs:

Q: What are the top OTT releases from August 11 to 17, 2025?

A: Key releases include Adv. Achinta Aich S2, Alien: Earth, Andhera, Court Kacheri, JSK: Janaki V vs State of Kerala, Kaun Banega Crorepati S17, Limitless: Live Better Now, Saare Jahan Se Accha, Tehran, The Crow, The Night Always Comes, and Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal.

Q: Where can I watch Andhera online?

A: Andhera premieres on August 14, 2025, and is available on Prime Video.

Q: Is Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 streaming on Sony LIV?

A: Yes, Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 streams on Sony LIV from August 11, 2025, marking the show’s 25th anniversary.