'Kalki 2898 AD' streams on Netflix, Amazon; 'IC814', 'Raayan' among top OTT releases this week
This week’s OTT lineup is packed with exciting new releases, headlined by the much-anticipated sci-fi action film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ and the intense revenge drama ‘Raayan’. Here’s a look at what’s hitting your favourite streaming platforms.
Kalki 2898 AD
Directed by Nag Ashwin, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ transports viewers to a post-apocalyptic future where a determined group strives to safeguard an unborn child known as SUM-80. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Disha Patani, and Saswata Chatterjee. After its theatrical release on June 27, the movie will be available on Netflix in Hindi and on Amazon Prime Video in southern languages starting August 22.
Raayan
‘Raayan’ is an action-packed drama helmed by Dhanush, centered on a young man’s quest for vengeance after the tragic murder of his family. His journey inadvertently drags him into the criminal underworld. The film stars Dushara Vijayan, Sundeep Kishan, Aparna Balamurali, Kalidas Jayaram, Amala Paul, and SJ Surya. ‘Raayan’ debuts on Prime Video on August 23, with versions dubbed in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Pachinko (season 2)
The critically lauded series ‘Pachinko’ returns for a second season, continuing the epic story of a Korean immigrant family. This season delves deeper into Sunja’s life during World War II in Osaka, 1945, while also following her grandson Solomon’s struggles in 1989 Tokyo. Based on Min Jin Lee’s 2017 novel, ‘Pachinko’ season 2 hits Apple TV+ on August 23.
IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack
‘IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack’, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is a riveting drama that recounts the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight. The series, starring Vijay Varma, Dia Mirza, and Naseeruddin Shah, portrays the week-long ordeal of the passengers and crew. It premieres on Netflix on August 29.
The Frog
‘The Frog’ is a suspense-filled South Korean thriller that immerses viewers in the eerie atmosphere of a remote motel run by Jeon Young-ha. The arrival of mysterious guests triggers a series of unsettling events, prompting an investigation by local police chief Yoon Bo-min. Unravel the mystery on Netflix from August 23.
Tikdam
Directed by Vivek Anchalia, ‘Tikdam’ tells the moving story of a father, portrayed by Amit Sial, who must leave his village in Uttarakhand to seek better financial prospects in the city. The film explores the challenges he faces in his struggle to provide for his family. ‘Tikdam’ starts streaming on Jio Cinema on August 23.