What to Watch This Week: New Movies & OTT Releases (Aug 8 -14, 2025)

🎬 What to Watch This Week: New Movies & OTT Releases (Aug 8-14, 2025)

Craving a new binge or planning a cinema trip? Here’s your weekly roundup of theatrical premieres and OTT drops across platforms. From horror-comedy feasts to political thrillers and feel-good family flicks, this week’s lineup packs a punch.

🍿 New Theatrical Releases (In Cinemas)

Andaaz 2 (Hindi – Romantic Drama)

The nostalgic romance returns with a modern twist -love triangles, heartache, and a soulful soundtrack that might just bring back the 2000s feels.

Bakaasura Restaurant (Telugu – Horror Comedy)

Ever wondered what happens when a haunted kitchen starts serving revenge? This dish is best served with screams and laughs.

Weapons (Hollywood – Mystery Horror)

A chilling blend of suspense and supernatural, this one’s for fans of eerie silences and sinister secrets.

Sahasam (Malayalam – Action Adventure)

An emotional, gripping tale with high-stakes drama and beautifully shot backdrops. Adventure with heart.

Palguni (Kannada – Rural Drama)

Gritty, grounded, and power-packed. Set in the heartland, this story revolves around family, feuds, and fire.

Tamil Dramas:

• Kathuvaakula Oru Kadhal – A new take on modern romance with tangled hearts and raw emotion.
• Vaanaran – Urban chaos and existential crises collide in this stylish drama.

📺 New OTT Releases

🔥 MayaSabha (Telugu | Sony LIV)

A political drama unraveling dark secrets in the corridors of power. Expect backstabbing, courtroom chaos, and scandalous twists.

🌊 Arabia Kadali (Prime Video)

A suspense thriller set by the sea -mysterious disappearances, tense confrontations, and layered storytelling.

👨‍👩‍👦 Maaman (Tamil | Zee5)

Wholesome meets emotional in this family saga. Bring tissues -or your most dramatic relative for company.

💕 Oho Enthan Baby (Tamil | Netflix)

Sweet, silly, and serotonin-inducing. This rom-com is the perfect weekend mood-lifter.

😂 Bindiya Ke Bahubali (MX Player)

A small-town satire filled with political wannabes, OTT drama, and quirky UP humor.

🤹 Nadikar (Malayalam | Saina Play)

A behind-the-scenes comedy about fame, fans, and flops – perfect for light-hearted streaming.

🔪 Hebbuli Cut (Kannada | Sun NXT)

A drama with edge and emotion. Raw performances and a strong regional flavor.

🧠 Final Take

This week is a buffet for cinephiles – from blockbuster sequels to underrated indie gems across theatres and OTT platforms. So whether you’re watching from the comfort of your couch or heading to your nearest PVR, there’s something fresh to explore.

💬 What are you watching first?

Drop your picks in the comments – and don’t forget to share this guide with your fellow film buffs.