‘Marco’ to ‘Sookshmadarshini’: New OTT releases to watch this weekend

From intense action thrillers to gripping mystery dramas, this weekend brings a diverse selection of films for OTT viewers. Here’s a look at some of the must-watch releases.

Marco

Unni Mukundan’s highly anticipated action-packed film Marco has finally arrived on Sony Liv. Directed by Haneef Adeni and produced by Shareef Muhammed under Cubes Entertainments, this neo-noir thriller is a spin-off of the 2019 film Mikhael. Unni Mukundan plays the titular role, supported by an ensemble cast including Siddique, Jagadish, Abhimanyu Shammi Thilakan, Kabir Duhan Singh, Anson Paul, and Yukti Thareja. The film’s gripping action sequences are complemented by Ravi Basrur’s music, while cinematography and editing are handled by Chandru Selvaraj and Shameer Muhammed.

Pani

Actor Joju George makes his directorial debut with Pani, an action thriller that has garnered positive reviews from audiences. The film, also scripted by Joju George, features a strong cast including Abhinaya, Sagar Surya, and Junaiz V. P., alongside Seema, Prashanth Alexander, Sujith Shankar, Bobby Kurian, and Chandini Sreedharan. The film’s gripping score is composed by Vishnu Vijay, Sam C. S., and Santhosh Narayanan. The film is available on Sony Liv.

Sookshmadarshini

For those who enjoy suspenseful dramas, Sookshmadarshini is a perfect pick. Directed by M. C. Jithin and written by Libin T.B. and Athul Ramachandran, this mystery thriller follows Priyadarshini and her friends as they investigate the sudden reappearance of Manuel, a bakery owner who has just returned to their neighborhood with his mother. The film is available on Disney Plus Hotstar.

Identity

Tovino Thomas leads the cast in Identity, a crime thriller written and directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan. The film follows a sketch artist and a police officer as they team up to uncover the identity of a mysterious killer. The star-studded cast includes Trisha, Vinay Rai, and Mandira Bedi in crucial roles.

With a mix of action, mystery, and drama, these films promise an engaging watch for audiences this weekend. The film is available on Zee 5.