What to Watch This Weekend | From prestige dramas to live sports, this guide brings together all the top releases you’ll want to stream this weekend. And here’s the best part: JioHotstar is now part of the OTTplay Premium vault! Unlock acclaimed originals, blockbuster films and live sports from JioHotstar — plus content from 30+ other platforms — all for just ₹149 with the Power Play Monthly Pack . | | | Salman Khan returns as the host for Bigg Boss' latest season. The new theme of the popular reality show is 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar', promising a completely different set up and more challenging tasks for contestants.
| | A petty thief comes across an elderly man, who claims he is an Alzheimer’s patient. As he sets out on a road trip to 'help' the elderly man, things take a turn. The film stars Vadivelu and Fahadh Faasil.
| | | This series revolves around the Divekar family, with the young Anvita left to take care of the entire responsibilities of the home. Sumbul Touqeer Khan and Varun Badola play key roles.
| | John Cena is back in action as Chris Smith, who is being pursued by Rick Flag Sr, seeking revenge. The second season of the superhero series has a connection to the DC Universe as well.
| | | Starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen in lead roles, this Tamil film explores the tumultuous relationship of a married couple. The drama film is helmed by Pandiraaj.
| | The film follows the events after the elderly Shubhra joins the publishing house of her middle-aged son Animesh, sparking new changes and challenges.
| | | Interview of the Week with Kritika Kamra
| Following the release of the series Saare Jahan Se Accha, Kritika Kamra speaks to OTTplay about her role as Fatima Khan and what drew her to the project. She discusses how the series blends historical events with fiction, the research and styling involved in portraying 1970s fashion, and her approach to building the character. Kritika also reflects on her transition from television to OTT, navigating creative and industry pressures, and addressing misconceptions about her career! Read the interview here.
| A Candid Chat with Pawan Kumar
| Kannada actor-filmmaker Pawan Kumar, best known for his directorial work in films like Lifeu Ishtene, Lucia and U-Turn, makes his debut as the leading man in a web series shortly. Pawan headlines ZEE5's newest show, Shodha (which will also be available on OTTplay Premium). In an exclusive chat with OTTplay, Pawan says that if more series get created and there is a certain viewership, more networks will come in and that will create more jobs for actors and technicians. Read the interview here. | | | Hindustan Media Ventures Limited,
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