Top OTT Picks This Week: ‘Dabba Cartel,’ ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,’ ‘Ziddi Girls,’ and More

A diverse lineup of films and series is set to hit streaming platforms this week, offering viewers an exciting mix of crime thrillers, comedy-horror, and young adult dramas. From the highly anticipated Dabba Cartel on Netflix to the Tim Burton-directed Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and the fresh college drama Ziddi Girls, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a closer look at the top releases:

Dabba Cartel (Netflix)

Featuring a stellar cast including Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, and Gajraj Rao, Dabba Cartel is a gripping crime-and-survival drama. The story revolves around five middle-class women whose simple lunchbox business takes an unexpected turn, leading them into the dangerous world of a high-stakes drug cartel. As the web of crime deepens, they find themselves entangled in a sinister conspiracy involving a pharmaceutical company. Directed by Hitesh Bhatia and produced by Excel Entertainment, the series is created by Shibani Akhtar, Vishnu Menon, Gaurav Kapur, and Akanksha Seda.

Suzhal—The Vortex (Season 2) (Prime Video)

The second season of Suzhal—The Vortex unfolds in the fictional Tamil Nadu village of Kaalipattanam during the annual Ashtakaali festival. The brutal murder of a respected activist lawyer, Chellappa (Lal), sends shockwaves through the community. As Sakkarai (Kathir) investigates the crime, he is drawn into a tangled web of secrets and conspiracies, while Nandini (Aishwarya Rajesh) faces an uncertain fate in prison. Created by Pushkar and Gayatri, and directed by Bramma and Sarjun KM, the series promises an intense and thrilling narrative.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (JioCinema & Disney+ Hotstar)

Tim Burton returns with the much-anticipated sequel to his 1988 classic Beetlejuice. In this gothic comedy-horror, Lydia’s life is thrown into chaos when her daughter accidentally reopens a portal to the afterlife, summoning the mischievous Beetlejuice once again. Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara reprise their iconic roles, joined by new cast members Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, and Willem Dafoe. Written by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the film promises a nostalgic yet fresh take on the beloved franchise.

Ziddi Girls (Prime Video)

Directed by Shonali Bose, Ziddi Girls is a vibrant young adult drama following a group of Gen Z freshers as they navigate friendships, identity, and adulthood at a reputed Delhi college. Produced by Pritish Nandy Communications, the series features a mix of fresh faces and seasoned actors, including Atiya Tara Nayak, Umang Bhadana, Zaina Ali, Simran, Nandita Das, Nandish Singh Sandhu, and Lillete Dubey. With an engaging coming-of-age storyline, Ziddi Girls captures the excitement and challenges of university life.

Grosse Pointe Garden Society (JioCinema & Disney+ Hotstar)

This gripping murder-mystery drama takes viewers to an affluent suburban neighborhood where four members of a local garden club find themselves entangled in a shocking crime. As they attempt to cover up a murder on the night of the club’s annual gala, secrets begin to unravel, threatening to expose them. Created by Jenna Bans and Bill Krebs, the series blends suspense, drama, and dark humor.

With a diverse mix of crime, comedy, horror, and young adult drama, this week’s OTT releases promise a compelling watch for audiences across genres.