Son of Sardaar 2 to Homebound: OTT & theatrical releases for what to watch this weekend

From intense survival thrillers to heartfelt romances and starry talk shows, here’s a handpicked guide to the newest releases and where you can find them.

Published: Thursday,Sep 25, 2025 12:38 PM GMT+05:30

Divya Shah

Homebound – In Cinemas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WojNkusud84

Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound is already making waves internationally. Based on a New York Times article by Basharat Peer, the film follows two childhood friends from a small village in North India who dream of joining the police force. As they inch closer to their goal, pressure tests their friendship and ambitions. Starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, this poignant drama had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival and is India’s official entry to the 98th Academy Awards for Best International Feature. It opens in theatres on September 26.

One Battle After Another – In Theatres (US release)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQUPdVxZNPk

If you enjoy grand storytelling, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another delivers an epic mix of action and emotion. Inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland, the film follows an ex-revolutionary (Leonardo DiCaprio) who must rescue his daughter from a corrupt military officer played by Sean Penn. With a stellar ensemble including Benicio del Toro and Regina Hall, this American action-thriller premiered in Los Angeles on September 8 and releases in the US on September 26.

They Call Him OG – In Cinemas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8J8LwoVH_0

For fans of big-scale Telugu action, They Call Him OG is unmissable. Directed by Sujeeth, it stars Pawan Kalyan as Ojas “OG” Gambheera, the lone survivor of a brutal Yakuza raid in 1970s Japan. After a dramatic escape to Bombay, he becomes the fierce protector of a visionary businessman. Expect samurai sword fights, gang wars and the kind of swagger only Pawan Kalyan can pull off.

Dhadak 2 – Netflix

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRq6nXiJdug

Shazia Iqbal’s Dhadak 2 reimagines the powerful Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal in a Hindi setting. Siddhant Chaturvedi plays Nilesh, a law student from a lower caste, while Triptii Dimri is Vidhi, his upper-caste classmate. Their love story unfolds against social prejudice and a shocking twist during a family wedding. This spiritual sequel to the 2018 hit Dhadak lands on Netflix on September 26.

Son of Sardaar 2 – Netflix

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSX_KPfbP1o

Ajay Devgn returns with a standalone sequel to his 2012 comedy hit. This time, the story follows a man who pretends to be a war hero to help a couple win their parents’ blessing. Packed with laughs and starring Mrunal Thakur, Ravi Kishan and Sanjay Mishra, Son of Sardaar 2 will stream on Netflix starting September 26.

Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle – Prime Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzlsGxtLJbg

If you’ve missed the spark of classic celebrity chat shows, Kajol and Twinkle Khanna are bringing it back with Two Much. Expect candid banter, inside jokes and playful digs as they welcome Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and more. The first episode, dropping September 25 on Prime Video, features Salman and Aamir in full unfiltered mode. A new episode arrives every Thursday.

Janaawar – ZEE5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxyiOpFhx8U

True-crime fans can sink their teeth into Janaawar – The Beast Within. Set in the rural town of Chhand, this thriller follows sub-inspector Hemant Kumar (Bhuvan Arora) as he investigates a string of grisly cases, a missing man, a headless body and a gold theft. It’s a dark, atmospheric crime drama streaming now on ZEE5.

Dangerous Animals – Lionsgate Play

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR2btzjmmuc

Looking for a heart-racing survival thriller? Dangerous Animals follows Zephyr, a free-spirited surfer abducted by a shark-obsessed serial killer. As time runs out, her partner Moses races to track her down before it’s too late. Directed by Sean Byrne, this US-Australian co-production blends oceanic terror with psychological tension. Stream it now on Lionsgate Play.

Whether you’re in the mood for a moving drama like Homebound, a high-octane Telugu actioner like They Call Him OG, or a nail-biting thriller like Dangerous Animals, this weekend has something for every taste. Settle in for an OTT binge or grab a theatre ticket, you’re spoiled for choice.

TL;DR

If you’re hunting for something fresh, exciting and engaging to binge or planning a night out at the movies, this weekend is packed with exciting options. From intense survival thrillers to heartfelt romances and starry talk shows, there’s a bit of everything. Here’s a handpicked guide to the newest releases and where you can find them.