OTT Releases This Week August 2026
The second week of August 2026 brings an exciting lineup of OTT releases across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, SunNXT, Lionsgate Play, Crunchyroll and other streaming platforms. From superhero dramas and action thrillers to romantic comedies, horror films, reality shows and international series, viewers have plenty of options to explore from August 13 to August 16.
1. Lanterns – JioHotstar | August 16
One of the biggest international OTT releases this week is Lanterns, which follows experienced Green Lantern Hal Jordan and rookie John Stewart. The two investigate a mysterious murder in Rushville, Nebraska.
What initially appears to be a normal investigation takes a darker turn when Hal suspects that the case could have extraterrestrial connections. The series is expected to expand the larger DC Universe while combining superhero elements with a grounded mystery.
2. Bigg Boss Agnipariksha – JioHotstar | August 15
Ahead of the upcoming Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, JioHotstar introduces Bigg Boss Agnipariksha. The special pre-show gives aspiring commoner contestants an opportunity to compete for a place in the main Bigg Boss house.
Contestants will face different tasks and evaluations, with former contestants involved in judging the participants. The format is designed to test personality, confidence, strategy and entertainment skills.
3. 108 Base Hospital Uri – JioHotstar | August 15
108 Base Hospital Uri focuses on resilient army doctors working in a conflict-affected region. The series combines medical drama with military and personal storytelling.
The doctors must handle emergency cases under intense pressure while dealing with their own relationships and emotional struggles. The series highlights the challenges faced by medical teams working in difficult conditions.
4. Cocktail 2 – Netflix | August 14
Cocktail 2 is a spiritual successor to the 2012 romantic comedy and explores modern relationships through a new set of characters.
The story revolves around three individuals caught between love, friendship and heartbreak. With changing relationships and emotional complications at its centre, the film offers a contemporary take on the classic love-triangle formula.
5. Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata – ZEE5 | August 14
Inspired by true events, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata is set against the backdrop of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.
Instead of focusing primarily on the attackers, the story highlights the courage of ordinary hospital workers at Cama Hospital. Nurses, ward boys, sanitation workers and security personnel come together during the crisis to save hundreds of lives.
6. Aakhri Sawal – Lionsgate Play | August 14
Aakhri Sawal explores the history and philosophy surrounding one of India’s oldest social organisations. The film focuses on a significant meeting and attempts to present a historical narrative through the experiences and ideas of its central characters.
7. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 – Lionsgate Play & Prime Video | August 14
The fifth season of Power Book III: Raising Kanan continues the story of Kanan Stark and his family.
Set in South Jamaica, Queens, the series explores crime, family conflicts, ambition and Kanan’s transformation into a major figure in the criminal world. Fans of the Power franchise can expect more intense drama and complicated relationships.
8. The Rotten Files with Stephanie Soo – Netflix | August 14
Stephanie Soo brings her investigative storytelling style to Netflix with The Rotten Files. The series explores disturbing and complex criminal cases.
Each episode looks into the details surrounding different cases while examining possible motives, hidden information and unanswered questions.
9. Mr. Work From Home – SunNXT | August 14
Mr. Work From Home is a Telugu romantic comedy-drama centred on a young software professional who decides to work remotely from his hometown.
His modern corporate lifestyle clashes with traditional village life. However, his return home introduces him to agriculture, relationships and a different way of living. His technical knowledge eventually inspires him to explore modern farming methods.
10. Aroopi – Lionsgate Play | August 14
Aroopi is a Malayalam supernatural horror thriller set around the mysterious Aryanattu estate.
The story begins when two thieves accidentally release a vengeful Yakshini trapped inside a doll. Niranjan, the last surviving heir of the family, is drawn back to the ancestral property following a brutal incident.
Ancient curses, supernatural forces and disturbing family secrets form the central elements of the film.
11. Sarvgunn Sampann – ZEE5 | August 14
Set in a small town during the 1990s, Sarvgunn Sampann follows a young woman who is considered an ideal bride.
Her life changes dramatically when people discover her physical resemblance to a famous adult film actress. The revelation brings social judgment and pressure, forcing her to confront society’s expectations and discover her own identity.
12. Umthetho – Netflix | August 14
Umthetho follows Mbali, a young public prosecutor whose life changes after discovering that her long-lost brother Moses leads a powerful prison syndicate.
She is forced to balance her responsibility toward the law with her loyalty to her family. The series combines crime, family drama and moral conflict.
13. LINK CLICK Season 4 – Crunchyroll | August 14
The latest season of LINK CLICK continues the story of Cheng Xiaoshi and Lu Guang, who use supernatural abilities to enter photographs.
Their seemingly simple photography-related work frequently turns into dangerous missions. The series combines mystery, supernatural elements, emotional drama and suspense.
14. Nibba Nibbi – ZEE5 | August 14
Nibba Nibbi follows a troublesome young couple who steal a hard drive containing sensitive information about influential people.
Their decision sends them on a chaotic journey across Bengal. The story combines dark comedy, crime, romance and social commentary.
15. Nijame Rujuvainadhi – ETV Win | August 14
This Telugu romantic drama focuses on love, separation and hope. Two people fall deeply in love before an unexpected situation forces them apart.
The story follows their emotional journey as circumstances test their relationship and their hope of finding their way back to each other.
16. Heartin – Prime Video | August 14
Heartin is a youthful Tamil romantic comedy that explores two important relationships in a man’s life.
The film moves between his first love and his present relationship, creating opportunities for emotional moments, humour and reflection on how relationships change over time.
17. Don’t Say Good Luck – Netflix | August 14
The English-language coming-of-age drama follows Sophie Birenbaum, a passionate theatre student who gets the lead role in her high-school musical.
Her excitement is interrupted when she discovers that her mother’s cancer has returned. Sophie must balance her responsibilities at school with the emotional challenges facing her family.
18. Kattalan – ManoramaMax | August 13
Kattalan is a Malayalam action thriller centred on the illegal ivory trade.
The story follows a fierce hunter caught in a dangerous world involving poaching, conflict and survival. The film combines action with themes of loyalty, morality and the fight for power.
19. The Traitors Season 2 – Prime Video | August 13
The Traitors Season 2 brings together 20 players in a high-stakes reality competition where trust and betrayal determine who survives.
The contestants must identify the hidden traitors while trying to avoid elimination themselves. Strategy, alliances and deception become crucial as the competition progresses.
20. Tires Season 3 – Netflix | August 13
The comedy series Tires returns with another season centred on an inexperienced manager attempting to improve his father’s auto shop.
His efforts to increase profits and improve customer service are constantly complicated by his troublesome cousin and a series of workplace problems.
21. Premadesam – Prime Video & ETV Win | August 13
Premadesam is a Telugu romantic drama about three college friends who fall in love with the same woman.
Their competition for her affection eventually makes them question their understanding of love and friendship. The film combines romance, youthful emotions and friendship.
Conclusion
This week’s August 2026 OTT releases offer something for almost every type of viewer. Superhero fans can look forward to Lanterns, while horror audiences have Aroopi. Tamil and Telugu viewers can explore Heartin, Mr. Work From Home and Nijame Rujuvainadhi. Reality-show fans have The Traitors Season 2 and Bigg Boss Agnipariksha, while international audiences can explore LINK CLICK Season 4, Tires Season 3 and Umthetho.
With releases spread across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, SunNXT, Lionsgate Play, Crunchyroll, ManoramaMax and ETV Win, this week is packed with new movies and series to stream from August 13 to August 16, 2026.
