From ‘Mahavatar Narsimha’ to ‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’: Fresh movies and series to watch on OTT this weekend

This Friday brings an exciting lineup of OTT content across genres and languages. Whether you’re into mythology, legal drama, horror-comedy, or heartfelt stories, there are new shows and films to kick off your weekend right. Streamers are rolling out premieres and new seasons perfect to binge, rewind, or simply relax with. Here’s a look at what’s streaming:

After smashing box office records, this animated mythological epic has arrived on OTT. Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar, tells the story of Prahlad and Lord Vishnu’s avatar Narasimha in a grand, action-packed retelling of ancient texts. Now streaming on Netflix from September 19 in multiple Indian languages.

Kajol returns as lawyer Noyonika Sengupta in The Trial Season 2. This time, she faces a tough new case, challenges within her law firm, and personal struggles with her estranged husband Rajiv. The series dives deep into themes of justice, power, and second chances while following Noyonika’s fight to protect both her career and her identity. Streaming on JioHotstar from September 19, 2025.

This political drama dives into power struggles and social conflicts. With gripping storytelling, it highlights the darker side of ambition and betrayal in politics. Packed with twists, emotional tension, and strong performances, the show is set to keep viewers hooked. Streaming on Chaupal from September 18, 2025.

A lighthearted Tamil comedy about a group of roommates whose everyday lives spiral into hilarious chaos. Filled with funny moments, misunderstandings, and friendship drama, this film is the perfect pick for viewers looking for relatable entertainment with laughter. Streaming on ZEE5 from September 19, 2025.

The Ba***ds of Bollywood follows Aasman Singh (Lakshya), an outsider trying to make it in the film industry with the support of his mother, Neeta (Mona Singh), and friend, Parvaiz (Raghav Juyal). Along the way, he crosses paths with superstar Ajay Talvar (Bobby Deol) and his daughter Karishma (Sahher Bambba). With cameos from Bollywood heavyweights including Rajkummar Rao, Shah Rukh Khan, and Karan Johar, the series explores ambition, nepotism, and legacy. Streaming on Netflix from September 18, 2025.