OTT releases this week: Prathichaya, Marty Supreme, 28 Years Later-The Bone Temple and more

A wide slate of titles spanning crime thrillers, animation, political dramas, and action epics arrives on major streaming platforms this week. Here is a complete guide to what’s new.

Glory

Set against the world of competitive boxing, ‘Glory’ follows two brothers, played by Pulkit and Divyenndu, whose family legacy is anchored in the sport. Their father, portrayed by Suvinder Vicky, is a strict and disciplined coach whose expectations weigh heavily on them. The film begins as a straightforward story about ambition but pivots into a tense drama when a murder entangles the siblings and fractures their bond. The Hindi-language film streams on Netflix from May 1.

Swapped

Previously titled ‘PooKoo’, this animated feature unfolds in the whimsical animal kingdom of Valley, where a bird and a woodland creature unexpectedly exchange bodies through magic. Directed by Nathan Greno and voiced by Michael B Jordan and Juno Temple, the film blends comedy and adventure as the unlikely pair attempt to navigate each other’s worlds. ‘Swapped’ premieres on Netflix on May 1.

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple

A continuation of the ‘28 Years Later’ storyline, this chapter follows survivors scattered across a broken world still ravaged by the rage virus. A small group ventures beyond their fortified community in search of supplies and answers, only to encounter a remote sect that worships the infection itself. Their mission becomes a frantic battle for survival. The film lands on Netflix on April 26.

Lawrence of Punjab

This crime drama chronicles the transformation of a college student who slips into organised crime and gradually builds power across Punjab. As his notoriety grows, so do rivalries and police scrutiny, forcing him deeper into violence and political manoeuvring. ‘Lawrence of Punjab’ debuts on ZEE5 on April 27.

Man on Fire

An ex-mercenary, now working as a bodyguard, forges a quiet but meaningful connection with the young girl he’s hired to protect. When she is abducted, he unleashes a brutal and unrelenting search through the criminal underworld he once abandoned. The thriller arrives on Netflix on April 30.

My Dearest Señorita

Set between Pamplona and Madrid, this drama follows Adela, a reserved woman raised in a conservative household who knows little about the intersex condition that has shaped her life. A new friendship with a priest, an old companion’s return, and the arrival of Isabel push her into a journey of identity and self-acceptance. The Spanish film streams on Netflix from May 1.

Prathichaya

This Malayalam political thriller centres on John Varghese, a tech entrepreneur who enters public life to clear his father’s name after the Kerala Chief Minister is framed by a corporate-media alliance. Following his father’s death under pressure from the allegations, John confronts a swirl of conspiracies and power struggles. ‘Prathichaya’ releases on JioHotstar on April 24.

Aadu 3: One Last Ride

The third instalment of the popular Malayalam franchise takes a genre-bending turn, weaving fantasy and comedy through multiple eras, from a futuristic 2370 to colonial-era Kerala and the present day. Shaji Pappan and his gang return to face chaos linked to a mysterious substance called Star Dust, believed to alter timelines. The film begins streaming on ZEE5 on May 1.

Marty Supreme

Timothée Chalamet stars as Marty Mauser, a gifted yet self-absorbed table tennis player in the 1950s whose single-minded pursuit of greatness starts eroding his personal relationships. The drama also features Gwyneth Paltrow and explores the corrosive nature of obsession. The film arrives on Amazon Prime Video on April 24.

24

The acclaimed Indian adaptation of the real-time action series returns with Anil Kapoor as ATU chief Jai Singh Rathod. Racing against the clock, he must prevent the assassination of the country’s youngest Prime Minister while dealing with internal corruption and the kidnapping of his daughter. The series begins streaming on JioHotstar on April 24.

Band Melam

This Telugu romance traces the strained relationship between childhood friends Giri and Raaji, whose paths diverge as she pursues her studies and he stays back to run a village band. A chance reunion forces them to confront old emotions and family resistance. The film releases on ZEE5 on April 24.

Greenland 2: Migration

Set several years after a comet nearly destroyed Earth, John Garrity (Gerard Butler) embarks on a desperate journey across a frozen Europe after his family’s bunker becomes unsafe. Rumours of a new refuge drive them through perilous terrain. ‘Greenland 2: Migration’ streams on Lionsgate Play on April 24.

Happy Raj

GV Prakash Kumar leads this Tamil-Telugu family drama as Happy, a man who lives comfortably but struggles socially due to his father’s eccentric behaviour. Their relationship begins to change when a woman accepts them both, helping heal old wounds. The film premieres on Amazon Prime Video on April 24.

Nukkad Naatak

This indie social drama follows two college friends expelled for stealing from their campus canteen. To secure re-admission, they must enrol five children from a nearby slum into school, drawing them into the realities of child labour, inequality and systemic neglect. The film arrives on Netflix on April 24.

Supernova Strikers: Genesis

A hybrid of live entertainment and sport, this event directed by Paul Dugdale showcases influencer boxing bouts alongside performances by artists including Carín León and Ozuna. The spectacle aims to blend celebrity culture with high-energy athletic action. It streams live on Netflix on April 26.

Straight to Hell

Directed by Hideo Nakata, this biographical drama stars Erika Toda as fortune-teller Kazuko Hosoki. The film charts Hosoki’s path to prominence, exploring the controversies, personal struggles, and successes that shaped her public persona. It releases on Netflix on April 27.

Widow’s Bay

A remote New England island attempts to revive its collapsing economy through tourism, despite warnings of an old curse. As visitors begin to arrive, eerie incidents suggest the legend may be rooted in truth, forcing residents to confront their haunted past. The mystery drama premieres on Apple TV+ on April 29.