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The sports drama Sitaare Zameen Par, starring Aamir Khan, will premiere on Sony LIV on April 3, 2026, after a theatrical run beginning June 20, 2025. Khan's unique distribution approach included a TVOD strategy on his YouTube channel before partnering with Sony LIV, marking a significant shift in his OTT stance. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film, a remake of Campeones, focuses on neurodiversity.

Durlabh Prasad Ki Dusri Shadi, directed by Siddhant Raj Singh, is now streaming on JioHotstar after its theatrical release. Set in Varanasi, the film stars Sanjay Mishra as Durlabh, a widower navigating life with his son Murli (Vyom Yadav) and brother-in-law Ram Manch Prasad (Shrikant Verma). The plot unfolds as Murli pursues marriage to Mehak (Pallak Lalwani)

On March 15, 2026, the 24th Zee Cine Awards (ZCA) premiered, celebrating Hindi cinema at Mumbai's NSCI Dome with the theme "FANtertainment". Key winners included Vicky Kaushal for Best Actor in Chhaava, which also won Best Film. Akshay Kumar and Kriti Sanon secured leading actor awards for Kesari Chapter 2 and Tere Ishk Mein, respectively. The night featured energetic performances.

Tushar Amrish Goel's courtroom drama The Taj Story, released on Lionsgate Play (OTTplay Premium), revisits the historical and legal debates surrounding the Taj Mahal's origins. Starring Paresh Rawal as Vishnu Das, a tour guide turned lawyer, the film explores claims of the monument's pre-Mughal heritage through a public interest lawsuit.

Aamir Khan's film Sitaare Zameen Par is set to premiere on SonyLIV following a successful theatrical release in June 2025. It will be the first Hindi film on the platform. The exact release date in April remains undisclosed. Khan, critical of the eight-week theatrical window, opted for a six-week rental model on YouTube, which he claims earned significantly more. 

Cocktail 2, one of the most anticipated films of 2026, stars Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon. Shahid announced the release date as June 19, 2026, with the first look premiering in theaters on March 18, alongside "Dhurandhar The Revenge." Directed by Homi Adajania and written by Luv Ranjan, the film explores contemporary relationships and a complex love triangle.

SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium) will stream Aamir Khan's film, Sitaare Zameen Par, despite Khan's earlier refusal to use traditional platforms. This marks a shift in SonyLIV’s strategy, moving from direct-to-digital originals to post-theatrical releases. Khan, who initially rejected OTT deals worth ₹125 crore, opted for a rental model via YouTube. He had to buy back Sony's stake for ₹25-30 crore.

Disney's Zootopia 2 is set to stream on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) from March 13, 2026, following its record-breaking $1.861 billion box office run, making it the highest-grossing animated film ever. The sequel features Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs, with Shraddha Kapoor voicing Judy Hopps. Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, it explores themes of bigotry in Zootopia's new "Marsh Market."

Jab Khuli Kitaab, directed by Saurabh Shukla, is a poignant film streaming on ZEE5, adapted from his stage play. It follows Gopal Chandra Nautiyal (Pankaj Kapur) and his wife, Anusuya (Dimple Kapadia), both in a coma for two years. Upon Anusuya's unexpected recovery, a shocking confession reveals infidelity and the true paternity of their son, Param (Samir Soni).

From March 9-15, 2026, streaming giants like JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium), Netflix, and Prime Video unveil a rich variety of content. Highlights include Harry Styles' electrifying concert film, One Night in Manchester, and the animated sequel Zootopia 2. New seasons of Aspirants, One Piece, and Virgin River continue engaging narratives. Notable releases include the experimental Andha Pyaar 2.0.