This week is set to delight OTT enthusiasts with a variety of new films and series. From KK Menon and Ranvir Shorey’s latest drama to the fourth season of the popular show Emily in Paris, here’s what you can look forward to between August 12 and August 18:
Shekhar Home (August 14)
The major release for Hindi audiences this week is Shekhar Home, a detective drama starring KK Menon and Ranvir Shorey. Set in 1990s Bengal, the series follows Shekhar, a private detective inspired by Sherlock Holmes. He partners with Dr. Jaivrat Sahni (Shorey) to solve intriguing cases across eastern India. The series also features Kirti Kulhari, Rasika Duggal, and Usha Uthup. Shekhar Home will be available on JioCinema from August 14.
Industry Season 3 (August 12)
The high-stakes world of finance returns with Industry Season 3. This season focuses on the IPO of Sir Henry Mock’s green tech company, Lumi. Key characters Yasmin, Robert, and Eric find themselves entangled in a web of money, media, and government influence. Harper Stern, fired for falsifying credentials, seeks a comeback. Catch the new season on JioCinema starting August 12.
Doubters (August 14)
Doubters, directed by Natalie Ray and Angela Patton, is an emotional biopic about four girls preparing for a special daddy-daughter dance in a Washington, D.C. prison. The documentary, which won the US Documentary award at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, explores the touching father-daughter relationships. Doubters premieres on Netflix on August 14.
Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 (August 15)
The much-anticipated Emily in Paris returns with Season 4, Part 1. Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) faces emotional and professional turmoil following the marriage of Camille and Gabriel. The first part, featuring five episodes, will be available on Netflix from August 15.
Jackpot! (August 15)
In the futuristic comedy Jackpot!, Awkwafina stars as Katie Kim, who wins a controversial lottery that puts her life at risk. With bounty hunters after her, Katie teams up with security agent Noel Cassidy (John Cena) to survive. Watch Jackpot! on Amazon Prime Video from August 15.
Bel-Air Season 3 (August 16)
Bel-Air continues with Season 3, focusing on 16-year-old Will Smith (Jabari Banks) and the challenges within the Banks family. This season delves into gentrification issues in South Los Angeles and explores Will’s relationship with Carlton (Ollie Sholotan). The new season streams on JioCinema starting August 16.
Chamak: The Conclusion (August 16)
Chamak: The Conclusion wraps up the series centered on Kala (Paramveer Singh Cheema), who seeks to uncover the truth behind his father’s murder in the Punjabi music industry. The final installment of this drama will be available on SonyLIV from August 16.
The Union (August 16)
The Union is a spy-action-comedy-thriller featuring Mark Wahlberg as Mike, a New Jersey laborer whose life changes dramatically when his high school ex-girlfriend, Roxanne (Halle Berry), returns. The film also stars JK Simmons and Mike Colter. It premieres on Netflix on August 16.
