This Week’s OTT Highlights: New Shows and Movies You Can’t Miss (January 28 – February 1)

Excitement fills the streaming world this week with a mix of thrillers, action-packed adventures, heartfelt romances, and laugh-out-loud comedies hitting top OTT platforms like Netflix, JioHotstar, ZEE5, and Amazon Prime Video. From gripping spy sagas to supernatural fun, the latest releases promise something for every viewer. Big names like Ranveer Singh, Bhumi Pednekar, Jason Momoa, and Marvel’s newest superhero series are among the highlights, making it a must-watch week for entertainment lovers.

January 28

1. Wonder Man (JioHotstar)

Marvel fans and drama lovers can dive into Wonder Man, which follows struggling actor Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II). While auditioning for a Hollywood remake of a superhero film, Simon must keep his real superpowers—super strength and ionic energy—hidden due to industry rules forbidding powered individuals. The show mixes superhero action with Hollywood satire in a unique way.

2. Shrinking – Season 3 (Apple TV)

Season 3 continues the heartfelt story of Jimmy (Jason Segel) as he navigates life after his daughter Alice leaves for college and explores a new romantic journey. Paul (Harrison Ford) struggles with Parkinson’s and retirement, while Michael J. Fox joins the cast as a guest, highlighting themes of growth, fear, and fresh beginnings.

3. The Wrecking Crew (Amazon Prime Video)

This action-packed buddy cop comedy brings together estranged half-brothers Jonny (Jason Momoa), a reckless detective, and James (Dave Bautista), a disciplined Navy SEAL. Tasked with investigating their father’s mysterious death in Hawaii, they uncover a dangerous conspiracy tied to the Yakuza and local criminal networks. The mix of high-octane action and comedic moments makes it a fun ride.

January 29 – Bridgerton Season 4, Part 1 (Netflix)

The regency romance returns with its fourth season, focusing on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), the bohemian second son hesitant to settle down despite seeing his brothers happily married. Benedict’s life takes an unexpected turn after meeting a mysterious lady at his mother’s masquerade ball, forcing him to reconsider his future. Fans of romance and drama will find plenty to enjoy.

January 30

1. Dhurandhar (Netflix)

Ranveer Singh headlines this intense spy thriller as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, a death-row inmate recruited by Indian intelligence. Operating under the alias Hamza Ali Mazari, he infiltrates the ISI-underworld nexus in Karachi and joins Rehman Dakait’s gang. With a star-studded cast including Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Sara Arjun, and Arjun Rampal, the film promises gripping espionage, high stakes, and thrilling action sequences.

2. Daldal (Amazon Prime Video)

Bhumi Pednekar leads this psychological crime thriller based on Vish Dhamija’s Bhendi Bazaar. Playing DCP Rita Ferreira, she finds herself caught in a deadly cat-and-mouse game with a serial killer responsible for a string of gruesome murders. The story promises suspense, intricate investigations, and a tense psychological atmosphere.

3. Sarvam Maya (JioHotstar)

This Malayalam supernatural comedy follows Prabhendu (Nivin Pauly), a skeptical musician from a family of priests. During a ritual, he encounters a playful spirit with no memory of her past. Over time, they form an unlikely friendship, helping each other overcome past traumas and find personal peace, blending humor with a touch of the mystical.

4. Devkhel (ZEE5)

Set in the remote Konkan village of Devtali, this Marathi psychological crime thriller centers on Inspector Vishwas Saranjame (Ankush Chaudhari), investigating mysterious deaths during the Holi Pournima festival. While villagers see these incidents as divine punishment, Vishwas suspects a more sinister force at play. The series mixes folklore, suspense, and crime investigation in a compelling narrative.