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Published on April 17, 2026
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OTT platforms are gearing up with a whole bunch of new releases, from action-packed thrillers to heartwarming romcoms. Are you perplexed by the choices and wondering what and where to watch? Vi users can enjoy an unparalleled range of content in English or other Indian regional languages and watch their favourite movies or shows on smartphones and TVs. Get a Vi OTT prepaid or postpaid pack and enjoy memberships to leading OTT platforms along with all the telco benefits. To know more about Vi OTT Prepaid Plans or postpaid plans, scroll down.
Here is an updated list of OTT releases this week that you can add to your watch list.
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Movie/Show/Sports |
Platform |
Release Date |
Language |
Genre |
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WWE |
Netflix |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
English |
Sports Entertainment |
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English Premier League |
JioHotstar |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
English |
Sports |
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UEFA Champions League |
SonyLIV |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
English |
Sports |
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UEFA Europa League |
SonyLIV |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
English |
Sports |
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ISL 2025-26 |
FanCode |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
English |
Sports |
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Tata IPL 2026 |
JioHotstar |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
Multiple language |
Sports |
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Badass Ravi Kumar |
JioHotstar |
April 18, 2026 |
Hindi |
Action Comedy |
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Comedy Cooks |
JioHotstar |
April 18, 2026 |
Malayalam |
Reality Comedy |
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine |
JioHotstar |
April 20, 2026 |
English |
Sitcom |
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Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 |
Netflix |
April 23, 2026 |
English |
Sci-fi |
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24 |
JioHotstar |
April 24, 2026 |
Hindi |
Action |
When it comes to professional wrestling, things cannot get better than WWE. With Netflix streaming all formats of the show live in India, you can now follow your favourite wrestling stars live without having to wait for re-runs and highlights.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
Who will take the top spot, and which team will be the first one to go down? Watch the matches live on JioHotstar to find out.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
The UEFA Champions League is football’s ultimate stage, where Europe’s top clubs battle for glory in the most prestigious annual competition.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
SonyLIV |
The UEFA Europa League 2025–26 marks its 55th season, where Europe’s top clubs clash for glory in UEFA’s prestigious secondary tournament.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
SonyLIV |
The Indian Super League (ISL) is the top-tier professional association football league in India and represents the highest level of the country’s football league system. Administered by the All India Football Federation, the league sits at the pinnacle of Indian football, bringing together elite domestic and international talent.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
FanCode |
The 2026 season of the Indian Premier League promises another blockbuster chapter in the world’s most electrifying T20 tournament. Featuring top teams, the league brings together global superstars and emerging Indian talent in a high-octane cricketing spectacle.
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Release Date |
Apr 18-Apr 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
A spin-off of The Xposé, Badass Ravi Kumar follows the fearless Ravikumar as he takes on dangerous criminals in his own larger-than-life style. Packed with action, swagger, and eccentric flair, his latest adventure pits him against new villains and high-stakes challenges.
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Release Date |
April 18, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Himesh Reshammiya, Prabhu Deva, Johnny Lever |
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IMDb rating |
6.7 |
When comedy meets cooking, chaos is guaranteed! Comedy Cooks brings together humour and culinary skills in a fun-filled contest where laughter is as important as the food. Expect hilarious moments, quirky challenges, and a delightful mix of entertainment and competition.
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Release Date |
April 18, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
Led by the eccentric Captain Ray Holt, a diverse and quirky team of detectives tackle crimes in Brooklyn, New York City. Blending sharp comedy with engaging cases, the squad’s antics, camaraderie, and offbeat personalities make every investigation entertaining.
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Release Date |
April 20, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
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Language |
English |
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Cast |
Andy Samberg, Andre Braugher, Melissa Fumero, Stephanie Beatriz, Chelsea Peretti, Terry Crews, Joe Lo Truglio, Joel McKinnon Miller, Dirk Blocker |
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IMDb rating |
8.4 |
Winter, Hawkins, 1985. The town is once again gripped by secrets as familiar faces return to face chilling new mysteries, and a whole new kind of strange.
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Release Date |
April 23, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
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Language |
English |
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Cast |
Luca Diaz, Brooklyn Davey Norstedt, Braxton Quinney, Elisha Williams, Ben Plessala, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport |
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IMDb rating |
NA |
Racing against time, ATU agent Jai Singh Rathod has just 24 hours in Mumbai to prevent the assassination of the country’s youngest prime minister. As the clock ticks down, he navigates high-stakes threats, conspiracies, and relentless pressure in a mission where every second counts.
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Release Date |
April 24, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Anil Kapoor, Neil Bhoopalam |
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IMDb rating |
8.1 |
Missed last week’s hottest OTT releases? Here’s a quick recap for you:
After a long-awaited return, Rue steps back into a chaotic and emotionally intense world. Season 3 brings back familiar faces, including Nate and Cassie, as toxic relationships, personal struggles, and dark choices push everyone to their limits in another gripping chapter.
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Release Date |
April 15, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
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Language |
English |
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Cast |
Zendaya, Jacob Elordi |
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IMDb rating |
8.2 |
A stingy man becomes bizarrely obsessed with a toaster he once gifted to a newlywed couple. His fixation spirals into chaos, pulling him into a series of mishaps involving murder, confusion, and escalating mayhem.
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Release Date |
April 15, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Rajkummar Rao, Sanya Malhotra |
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IMDb rating |
5.1 |
Raised by a principled teacher, Bhagat Singh grows into a fearless cop determined to uphold justice. When he takes on a powerful, corrupt politician and his heir, he risks everything in a high-stakes battle between integrity and power.
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Release Date |
April 16, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
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Language |
Telugu |
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Cast |
Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela |
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IMDb rating |
4.9 |
To his parents’ frustration, teenage Praveen prioritises love over academics, chasing romance instead of focusing on his studies. But as he navigates relationships and heartbreak, he gradually learns the deeper meaning of love, growth, and responsibility.
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Release Date |
April 16, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
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Language |
Tamil |
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Cast |
Ken Karunaas, Suraj Venrajamoodu |
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IMDb rating |
7.3 |
A gripping courtroom drama that delves into unexplained sexual assault cases, Assi follows an investigator and a defense team as they battle to uncover the truth. As they dig deeper, shocking realities emerge, revealing the human cost hidden behind statistics and headlines.
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Release Date |
April 17, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Zee5 |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Taapsee Pannu, Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub |
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IMDb rating |
7.4 |
Two socially awkward millennials in Mumbai stumble into love while grappling with self-acceptance. As they confront insecurities and societal pressure, their journey unfolds from the chaos of city life to the calm of the mountains, discovering connection, courage, and themselves along the way.
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Release Date |
April 17, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Netflix |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur |
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IMDb rating |
8.6 |
An ambitious cotton trader in Mumbai revolutionizes the gambling scene by introducing a new game called Matka. As it sweeps through the city, it opens up a world once reserved for the elite, reshaping power, ambition, and opportunity in the underbelly of urban life.
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Release Date |
April 17, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
Amazon Prime Video |
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Language |
Hindi |
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Cast |
Vijay Varma, Gulshan Grover, Sai Tamhankar |
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IMDb rating |
NA |
A Foley artist haunted since childhood by a mysterious voice named Suyodhana and visions of Duryodhana finds his life unraveling when he’s accused of murdering his father. As the investigation deepens, buried truths from his past begin to surface, blurring the line between reality and illusion..
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Release Date |
April 17, 2026 |
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Where to watch |
JioHotstar |
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Language |
Telugu |
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Cast |
Priya Darshi, Drishika Chander |
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IMDb rating |
9.6 |
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