OTT Releases This Friday: Must-Watch Films This Weekend
It’s almost the weekend and for all you movie buffs out there, you’re in luck. There are several OTT releases this Friday and a variety of options to binge in the comfort of your home. Whether you’re in the mood for laughs, thrills, or stunning imagery, you won’t be disappointed. Three most awaited films will get spotlight this week – Thalaivan Thalaivii, Maareesan and Kalki 2898 AD.
Go ahead and see who’s in the cast, what their theatrical release was, how their churned out in theatres, and preview what you will stream on OTT.
Thalaivan Thalaivii
Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Nithya Menen
Genre: Romantic Comedy-Drama
Theatrical release: Early 2025
OTT: Amazon Prime Video
A feel-good entertainer featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen in a delightful mix of romance, humour, and emotion, Thalaivan Thalaivii was able to connect with family audience
What Critics Said:
- Fahadh Faasil’s performance is layered and full of emotions.
- Vadivelu provided comic relief that kept the suspense balanced out but kept the storyline dynamic.
- The screenplay kept watchers on the edge and delivered twists that kept audiences guessing.
Why Watch It on OTT?
- A laid-back family entertainer that is equally amusing and heartfelt.
- Easy to view on the weekend with interesting characters and performances.
- If you are looking for laughter wrapped in romance, this is the pick for you.
Maareesan
Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Vadivelu
Genre: Dark comedy thriller
Theatrical Release: Mid 2025
OTT Service: Netflix
What stood out about Maareesan in theatres was how the seriousness of Fahadh Faasil and the frivolity of Vadivelu worked in a way that surprised audiences. Audiences praised the film for keeping the suspense while also delivering humour.
What Critics Said:
- Fahadh Faasil’s performance is layered and full of emotions.
- Vadivelu provided comic relief that kept the suspense balanced out but kept the storyline dynamic.
- The screenplay kept watchers on the edge and delivered twists that kept audiences guessing.
Why Watch It on OTT?
- A thrilling story balanced with levity.
- The amazing juxtaposition of an acting powerhouse and a legendary comedian.
- Ideal if you like a mixture of intrigue, uncertainty, and entertainment.
Kalki 2898 AD
Cast: Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan
Genre: Mythic sci-fi epic
Theatrically Released: Huge blockbuster of 2024
OTT: Netflix (Hindi), Prime Video (Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada)
It has already been a year since Kalki 2898 AD came out in theatres and subsequently, streaming media. Under the direction of Nag Ashwin, the film reset the cinematic ambition in India as it convincingly fused a futuristic world with mythology. One year later, viewers come back to the film for its visual scale and breathtaking story.
How it performed as a theatrical release:
1.The film broke historical box office records, sold out theatres and as a result of its
2. polarising style, the overflow of content and discussions have generated many box office records.
Critics hailed the film’s visuals and VFX, using Hollywood sci-fi blockbuster reviews for contextual comparisons.
- Prabhas stardom drove action sequences.
- Legends Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan drove depth.
- Deepika Padukone performed femininity with emotional nuance.
Why to re-watch on OTT now:
- Maybe you missed it in theatres.
- Visuals and production design would still impress and intrigue viewers on a big screen TV.
- It is still one of the very few Indian films to have fully synthesised elements of mythology, sci-fi and futuristic imagining.
Why revisit it on OTT now:
- Perfect for those who missed it during its theatrical run.
- The visuals and production design still impress, especially on large home screens.
- It remains one of the very few Indian films to successfully merge mythology, sci-fi, and futuristic imagination.
- A milestone in Indian cinema that still feels fresh even after a year
Reasons that these OTT releases this Friday are special:
Whatever your mood, there is something:
- For light hearted romantic and humor: Thalaivan Thalaivii
- For quirky suspense and thrilling thrillers: Maareesan
- For epic sci-fi spectacle: Kalki 2898 AD
With three contrasting genres completed, your weekend watch list is complete, whether its for a laugh, thrill or visual spectacular.
Final Takeaway
The best part about OTT, is that you can have blockbuster cinema in your living room! This week, there are three different flavours of cinema you can catch – a light-hearted rom-com, a suspenseful thriller, and an epic futuristic journey.
I hope you get a chance to sit back and enjoy these OTT watches this Friday, that will make your weekend entertaining and memorable.
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