New OTT releases this week: Uncover must-watch shows and movies across Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar & more in our streaming guide.
What’s on this week (July 28–August 3, 2025)
Mandala Murders (Netflix, streaming July 25 @12:30 PM IST): A mythological crime‑thriller and the OTT debut for Vaani Kapoor. A pair of detectives investigate a series of ritualistic murders linked to secret societies in the strange town of Charandaspur—eye-catching for its visual style and suspense.Â
WWE: Unreal (Netflix, July 29): A sports docu-series, exploring wrestling’s biggest drama and controversies from behind the scenes.
My Oxford Year (Netflix, August 1): A romantic drama about an American student in Oxford falling in love with a teaching assistant. A stylish, emotional drama, and traditional elite‑campus storytelling from Canada.
Thammudu (Netflix, August 1): A Telugu sports action‑drama that will be released at the same time as other Indian titles.
Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 (Netflix, July 29): A documentary covering the viral “Storm Area 51” internet meme and its live festival after-effects.
Hitmakers, Trigger, Hunter Season 2, The Winning Try, and Rangeen all arrive on Netflix during this time, while we were missing an exclusive day about life in the tunnels.
Prime Video & Others
Housefull 5 (Prime Video, parts 5A and 5B releasing August 1): An absurdist, over‑the‑top comedy about extravagant family drama on a billionaire’s cruise, including two endings that are totally alternate to each other. Perfect for people who enjoy slapstick and just unbridled chaos in Bollywood films.
Chief of War (Apple TV+, August 1): Jason Momoa plays the lead role in a true history epic relating to a Hawaiian warrior struggling with war, colonization, and redemption in the early 19th century across a sweeping nine-episode drama.
Bakaiti (ZEE5 via OTTplay Premium, August 1): A sweet drama set in a village emphasizing family connections, life in the countryside, and rustic emotion.
JioHotstar & Regional Picks
Sarzameen (JioHotstar, premiered July 25): A patriotic action-thriller directed by Kayoze Irani in Kashmir, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Kajol, and Ibrahim Ali Khan – a story about military responsibilities, separatism, and family mourning.
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi – Season 2 (JioHotstar, July 29): The iconic family drama returns in nostalgia with a rehash of beloved characters.
Adda Extreme Battle, Black Bag (July 28), Pati Patni Aur Panga (Aug 2): These titles represent reality competition, spy thriller, and a couple of game formats on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium.
Other Notable Releases
Twisted Metal – Season 1 (Netflix, August 1): A post-apocalyptic action dramedy starring Anthony Mackie, continuing its violent, surreal world with taste—I invoke it for the dark humor.Â
Sitaare Zameen Par (YouTube, August 1): A sports-comedy starring Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza, premiering directly for rent on YouTube. Fun for all.
Telugu Regional Update
Among the recent Telugu titles arriving on streaming are Solo Boy, Show Time (crime thriller on Sun NXT), Maargan, Kannappa, Uppu Kappurambu (Prime Video), Bhairavam, Kuberaa, 8 Vasantalu, Saaree, Narivetta, and Jagamerigina Satyam.
Platform-wise Highlights & Importance
Platform Early Picks This Week: Why you should watch
Netflix Mandala Murders, My Oxford Year, WWE: Unreal, Hitmakers, Trainwreck. Blending mythology thrills, romance, real-life documentaries, and K-drama innovations for global audiences.
Prime Video              Housefull 5 is a big Bollywood tentpole title, an absolute must-see for comedy fans; comedy fans will relish absurd twists and, alternate ending.Â
JioHotstar Sarzameen, Kyunki SSBKT S2, Adda Extreme Battle Patriotic action, nostalgic drama, and high-energy reality shows – something for every viewer.
Apple TV+ & Disney+ Chief of War (Apple TV+): An epic, global saga with Jason Momoa, scenic, historical, and emotional.
ZEE5 Bakaiti: Quietly impactful drama based on the nuances of Indian rural life. Emotional and feel-good
YouTube Sitaare Zameen Par Accessible sports comedy with brand appeal/ power, great rental.
Must Sees
Mandala Murders: A visually transformative and suspense-driven thriller arriving on Netflix on July 25, 12:30 PM IST. Vaani Kapoor makes her transformation into an OTT star with mythological flair.
My Oxford Year: A sophisticated romance-based storyline set in Oxford, with release set for August 1. An exciting Netflix original that seamlessly blends the ambivalence of academic ambitions, young romance, etc.
Housefull 5: Wild comedy with two alternate endings—available August 1 on Prime Video. Over-the-top Bollywood is just right for a light binge.
Sarzameen: A thrilling, patriotic, and tense thriller appears on JioHotstar on July 25. It involves suspense, terrorism, family ties, and a military narrative that turns emotionally complicated.
Chief of War: Streaming on Apple TV+ on August 1, with Jason Momoa—a historical drama with world-building on a massive scale is just right for those who love stories.
Global Trends & Context
Streaming this week, from a global roundup of coverage, three to check out are: Stillwater: Season 4 on AppleTV+, two Netflix debuts, Leanne, An Honest Life, Unspeakable Sins, and a variety of genres (comedy, noir, psychological drama) still available along with this week.
The overall franchise return continues to be heavy in July: Squid Game Season 3, Mirzapur Season 4, The Family Man Season 3 on Prime Video, and Disney+ Trial Season 2 continue to highlight a bigger content franchise strategy through 2025.
Summary
This week brings audiences a kaleidoscope of content:
On Netflix, provide Mandala Murders (thriller), My Oxford Year (romance), and WWE: Unreal (docu).
On Prime Video, we have Housefull 5 and some regional Telugu dramas.
JioHotstar pivots between civic thrills (Sarzameen) vs. familiar nostalgia (Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi), and reality shows.
And, Apple TV+, ZEE5, and even YouTube have notable entries.
FAQs
1. What are the biggest OTT releases of the week? (July 28 – August 3, 2025)
Some of the largest releases of the week are Mandala Murders (Netflix), Housefull 5 (Prime Video), Sarzameen (JioHotstar), My Oxford Year (Netflix), Chief of War (Apple TV+), and Bakaiti (ZEE5).
2. What new Netflix series or movies are available?
Netflix is releasing several titles, including Mandala Murders, My Oxford Year, WWE: Unreal, Trigger, Trainwreck: Storm Area 51, and Twisted Metal Season 2.
3. Is Housefull 5 on streaming?
Yes, HouseFull 5 is on Prime Video on August 1, 2025, and has two alternate endings.
4. Any new Indian shows coming to Hotstar this week?
Disney+ Hotstar has just launched Sarzameen, a military action-drama, as well as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Season 2 – a remake of the monumental family show.
5. Any new romantic drama or comedy?
Yes! My Oxford Year (Netflix, August 1) is a romantic drama set in Oxford and well-suited for fans of heartwarming stories.
6. How do I see Chief of War starring Jason Momoa?
You can stream Chief of War exclusively on Apple TV+, starting August 1, 2025.
7. Any new documentary or docu-reality series?
Yes! Netflix’s WWE: Unreal and Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 are both fun documentary features releasing this week.