From political thrillers and rom-coms to gritty village dramas and action-packed documentaries, this week’s OTT lineup has something for every binge-watcher.
May 9, 2025: As the streaming race intensifies, major OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, ZEE5, and JioHotstar are dropping new content across genres this week. Whether you’re into high-stakes diplomacy, small-town comedy, royal romances, or real-life crime documentaries, there’s a binge-worthy option waiting for you.
Here’s a curated roundup of the top OTT releases for the week of May 7–9, 2025:
🔥 Top Releases This Week
1. The Royals
📍 Netflix | May 9
A whimsical rom-com starring Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter. The story follows an ambitious entrepreneur and a confused prince whose worlds collide at a crumbling palace. Royal mess, love, and drama await!
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2. Gram Chikitsalay
📍 Amazon Prime Video | May 9
From the creators of Panchayat comes this rustic medical comedy featuring Amol Parashar and Vinay Pathak. A city doctor takes on a village’s quack and its outdated ways—expect laughs and heartwarming moments.
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3. The Diplomat
📍 Netflix | May 9
John Abraham stars as a real-life Indian diplomat on a mission to rescue a kidnapped woman from Pakistan. A tense, politically charged thriller inspired by true events.
4. Bohurupi
📍 ZEE5 | May 9
A Bengali action-thriller about a wrongly accused man turned master of disguise. With revenge in his heart, he orchestrates daring heists across the city.
5. Good Bad Ugly
📍 Netflix | May 8
Ajith Kumar returns as a reformed gangster dragged back into chaos to protect his family. A Tamil action-comedy with plenty of punch.
6. Nonnas
📍 Netflix | May 9
Based on a true story, this feel-good comedy sees Vince Vaughn open a restaurant staffed entirely by Italian grandmothers. Food, love, and family traditions collide.
7. Forever
📍 Netflix | May 8
A coming-of-age romance adapted from Judy Blume’s iconic novel. Childhood sweethearts Keisha and Justin try to hold onto their first love amid life’s challenges.
8. Bad Influence
📍 Netflix | May 9
A Wattpad love story turned Spanish-language romantic thriller. An ex-con bodyguard and a wealthy heiress fall for each other while navigating danger and obsession.
9. A Deadly American Marriage
📍 Netflix | May 9
This gripping true-crime documentary investigates the suspicious death of Jason Corbett and the controversial self-defence claim by his wife and father-in-law.
10. NASCAR Full Speed – Season 2
📍 Netflix | May 7
Follow the fierce competition and behind-the-scenes drama of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. For motorsports fans and thrill-seekers alike.
🆕 More OTT Releases This Week
- Too Hot to Handle: Italy – Netflix | May 9
- Poker Face Season 2 – JioHotstar | May 9
- Conan O’Brien Must Go Season 2 – JioHotstar | May 9
- Long Way Home – Apple TV+ | May 9
- Blood of Zeus Season 3 – Netflix | May 8
- Octopus – Amazon Prime Video | May 8
- Last Bullet – Netflix | May 7
- The Devil’s Plan Season 2 – Netflix | May 6
- Britain and The Blitz – Netflix | May 5
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