Latest OTT releases this week (September 1, 2025 to September 7, 2025): 12 new films and series to watch on JioHotstar, ZEE5, Netflix, Prime Video

Summary:

• Adventure, fantasy, and family-friendly releases include A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, Pokémon Concierge S1 Part 2, and Wednesday Season 2 Part 2.

• Thrillers and crime dramas streaming this week: Footage, Inspector Zende, Kammattam, Locked, and Maalik.

• Reality and game shows to watch: Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 and Rise & Fall.

There will be various exciting, dramatic, emotionally charged, and entertaining shows available on OTT platforms this week. The live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch is a touching tale that families can enjoy, while A Minecraft Movie transports viewers into the inventive world of video games. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan takes viewers on an emotional and romantic journey, whereas Footage, Inspector Zende, Kammattam, Locked, and Maalik are thrillers that unveil crime and mystery. Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 has shocking plot twists, while Rise & Fall puts viewers' brains to the test. With the exciting Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 and the fantasy-themed Pokémon Concierge Season 1 Part 2, viewers can enjoy a wide range of stories this week.

Latest OTT releases this week (September 1, 2025 to September 7, 2025)

A Minecraft Movie – September 4 (JioHotstar [OTTplay Premium])

Survival in A Minecraft Movie hinges on the player's ability to use their imagination. The Overworld is a peculiar, blocky reality where anything is possible to construct, but peril is around every bend. This mysterious doorway carries away Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison, Henry, Natalie, and Dawn, four outcast pals. To overcome obstacles in a creatively driven environment, the group must learn to cooperate under the guidance of Steve, an implausible professional craftsman. They will encounter piglins, zombies, and more. As they travel, they realise that their unique qualities, which set them apart from others in real life, actually work to their advantage here. Because being yourself is the only way to survive in this world, getting back home will require bravery, cooperation, and a touch of making magic.

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan - September 5 - (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan takes viewers on an emotional roller coaster via love, creativity, and fate. On a train gliding over the stunning Himalayas, a blind musician and a dedicated theatre artist meet, and an unlikely friendship develops between them. They become closer via shared experiences of laughter, tales, and music, which helps to mask their flaws. But when the train stops and reality sets in, they'll have to face the problems that were there before their brief, enchanted escape. Will their love be able to withstand the trials of everyday life, or will it fade into a picturesque mountainside memory?

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9 - September 7 (JioHotstar [OTTplay Premium])

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, titled Ranarangam, will feature a daring new structure for the reality show. Nagarjuna Akkineni will be returning as host for the seventh time. Joining the house for the first time this season are 40 hopefuls who competed in a digital pre-show named Bigg Boss Agnipariksha and were picked after enduring rigorous testing. The show welcomed both celebrities and regular people. This season's motto, "This time, it’s not a chess game; it’s a war game," suggests high-stakes conflict, strategy, and drama. The new Double House setup, which initially separates celebrities and commoners, only adds to the hype. With an explosive mix of surprising alliances, power conflicts, and raw emotions, this season promises to be the most unpredictable and dramatic chapter in the show's history.

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Footage - September 5 (Sun NXT [OTTplay Premium])

In the midst of the unsettling silence of the COVID-19 lockdown, the spine-tingling found-footage thriller unfolds. Locked in their flat, a young YouTube couple starts recording their everyday life for content—until the building's buried clues, unusual noises, and strange encounters pull them into a mystery much deeper than they could have anticipated. Initially, it's just harmless curiosity, but it quickly turns into a disturbing investigation that uncovers hidden truths. Fear begins to haze reality as the cameras continue to roll, and the couple must determine how far they are prepared to go in their pursuit of the truth before it consumes them.

Inspector Zende – September 5 (Netflix)

The protagonist of Inspector Zende is a grizzled, traditional Mumbai police officer whose intuition, determination, and creativity characterise his hunt for the enigmatic 'Swimsuit Killer', Carl Bhojraj. This crime-comedy thriller follows Zende as he strives relentlessly to put the charming and crafty criminal to justice—not once, but twice—following daring jailbreaks—against the evocative backdrop of 1970s-'80s Mumbai. This film brings to life an often-overlooked period in Indian criminal history, paying homage to instinct-driven detective work.

Kammattam - September 5 (ZEE5 [OTTplay Premium])

Inspector Antonio George finds himself in the Thrissur setting of the riveting crime thriller Kammattam as he discusses the enigmatic demise of affluent businessman Samuel Umman. A seemingly ordinary investigation devolves into a web of deceit as Antonio follows a path that connects him to Francis, a reliable employee of Samuel's, and reveals a massive financial scheme connected to the city's banking elite. Antonio becomes more and more enmeshed in a sinister plot as new information emerges, making him recognise how naive he is. This gripping series discusses the themes of intrigue, treachery, and the dogged quest for justice to reveal the seedy side of avarice that has the potential to devour all in its wake.

Lilo & Stitch - September 3 (JioHotstar [OTTplay Premium])

An emotional live-action remake of the beloved Disney film Lilo & Stitch follows a solitary Hawaiian girl named Lilo as she finds and adopts an alien experiment named Stitch, who has escaped and is mistaken for a dog. Meanwhile, Dr Jumba and Agent Pleakley, who created Stitch, are in a mad dash to get him back. Stitch, Lilo, and Nani develop an unbreakable link that confronts Stitch's destructive programming with love and belonging; the story takes place against a backdrop of magnificent Hawaiian scenery and examines the power of empathy, discovered family, and the spirit of 'ohana'. The remake aspires to bring the legendary narrative to a new generation with improved emotional depth, fresh cinematic flourishes (such as a dramatic aerial-and-ocean climax), and faithful touches (like Elvis music and cultural authenticity) that will warm hearts.

Locked - September 5 (Lionsgate Play [OTTplay Premium])

Locked is a pulse-pounding horror-thriller where privilege turns into peril. A desperate burglar named Eddie is caught up in the vicious game of a vicious vigilante named William, who thinks he's the judge, jury, and executioner, after breaking into what appears to be just another luxury SUV. Eddie, unable to escape, unwittingly engages in a deadly battle of wills within the futuristic vehicle. In a world where danger lurks around every corner, staying alive calls for more than just brute force—it involves outwitting a man who has terrifyingly rethought justice.

Maalik – September 5 (Prime Video)

Maalik unfolds in the raw and restless lanes of Allahabad, where dreams of power are forged in blood. Drawn to the aura of a dreaded gangster, a young man begins his climb through the ranks of crime, chasing respect and control in a world that devours both. But as his influence grows, so do the cracks within—between ambition and conscience, loyalty and betrayal, survival and sacrifice. At the heart of this turbulent journey lies his bond with Shalini, his wife, whose love and resilience offer him glimpses of another life even as violence pulls him deeper. Blending the pulse of gangland rivalries with an intimate portrait of family, Maalik is a saga of choices, consequences, and the steep price of becoming a king in a world built on ashes.

Pokémon Concierge Season 1 Part 2 - September 4 (Netflix)

Continuing their uplifting journey at a tropical Pokémon resort, rookie concierge Haru and her faithful Psyduck carry on with their adventures in this pleasant sequel to Pokémon Concierge. Haru has become more comfortable in her work and now greets a diverse group of Pokémon guests, including Shinx, Arcanine, Corphish, Sealeo, and Luxray, while also dealing with the inevitable mishaps that come with running a resort. However, not everything goes according to plan. Haru's ex-boyfriend Kent shows up out of nowhere, which brings up old feelings, and Tyler's uncle Dan brings Sealeo, his long-time companion, which suggests a personal conflict that may still be brewing. Part 2 follows Haru as she navigates friendship, romance, and the ups and downs of caring for Pokémon. Along the way, she experiences development, vulnerable moments, and the lasting power of connection.

Rise And Fall – September 6 (Amazon MX Player)

The 16 celebrity contestants of Rise & Fall come from all walks of life: Bollywood, music, politics, entrepreneurship, and social media. They face the harsh realities of privilege, power, and survival. Host Ashneer Grover watches them as they participate in tasks that test their leadership, strategy, and perseverance. The contestants are divided into two groups: the powerful and the powerless. The show explores human ambition, ego, and the cost of influence as alliances emerge and rivalries flare up, providing raw emotion, dramatic tension, and an unvarnished look at the intricate game of social hierarchy.

Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 - September 3 (Netflix)

Wednesday Season 2 returns to Nevermore Academy in the highly anticipated second half, where the enigmatic Wednesday Addams is once again caught up in a sinister web of otherworldly intrigue. When she awakens in the hospital following her terrifying experience with the monster Tyler Galpin, she is met with the surprise return of Larissa Weems, Wednesday's previous principal, who now appears as a spirit guide. A terrifying prophecy concerning a raven with only one eye and a gravestone bearing Enid's name emerges as Wednesday struggles to make sense of her newly discovered psychic talents, which include unsettling images of her friend Enid Sinclair in imminent danger. When Rosaline Rotwood, a famous but mysterious instructor at Nevermore, shows around, the mystery gets even deeper because nobody knows what she's up to. Wednesday faces growing danger as she delves into her family's secrets and faces the challenges of her past and future to safeguard the people she cares about.

FAQs:

Q: What are the must-watch OTT releases this week?

A: This week features A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, Wednesday Season 2 Part 2, Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, Footage, Inspector Zende, Kammattam, Locked, Maalik, Rise & Fall, Trade Up, and Pokémon Concierge Season 1 Part 2.

Q: Where can I watch A Minecraft Movie online?

A: A Minecraft Movie is streaming on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium starting September 4, 2025.

Q: Which OTT platform has Wednesday Season 2 Part 2?

A: You can watch Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 on Netflix from September 3, 2025.