OTT releases this week: Kalamkaval, Can this love be translated?, 120 Bahadur and more

A fresh lineup of dramas, documentaries and high-octane films is landing on streaming platforms this week, spanning Korean romances, true-crime stories and homegrown thrillers. Here is a roundup of what’s arriving across Netflix, Prime Video, SonyLIV and ZEE5.

No Tail to Tell

Netflix rolls out ‘No Tail to Tell’ on January 16, following Eunho, a mischievous gumiho who revels in earthly pleasures and has no intention of giving up her immortal ways. Her carefree existence collides with Kang Si Yeol — a superstar footballer with an ego to match his fame — after an unexpected twist forces her into human form, setting off a string of comedic misadventures.

Undercover Miss Hong

Landing on Netflix on January 17, ‘Undercover Miss Hong’ is set in the late ’90s and centres on Financial Supervisory Service inspector Hong Geum-bo. While tracking suspicious financial activity, she infiltrates a securities firm disguised as her younger sister, using her youthful looks to blend in. Her covert mission becomes tangled with office politics and budding relationships, particularly with the new CEO who recognises echoes of a long-lost crush in her.

Single’s Inferno (Season 5)

The hit Korean dating show makes its return on January 20 when Netflix premieres Season 5 of ‘Single’s Inferno’. The new edition once again strands young contestants on a barren island, where successful matches earn an escape to a luxurious resort. Expect more romantic clashes, mixed signals and shifting alliances as the series ups the drama for fans.

Finding Her Edge

‘Finding Her Edge’ arrives on Netflix on January 22, telling the story of a former ice dancer attempting a comeback with a new partner. Her fresh start on the rink is challenged by unresolved feelings for her first love, thrusting her into an emotional battle as she tries to reclaim her place in the sport.

Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart

Debuting on Netflix on January 21, ‘Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart’ recounts the harrowing 2002 abduction of Elizabeth Smart. Told through her own testimony and supported by previously unseen footage, the documentary traces her ordeal and extraordinary resilience.

120 Bahadur

Prime Video releases ‘120 Bahadur’ on January 16, a war drama recounting the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian conflict. The film follows Major Shaitan Singh, portrayed by Farhan Akhtar, and the 120 soldiers of Charlie Company who held off thousands of enemy troops in a defining act of courage.

Can This Love Be Translated?

Streaming from January 16 on Netflix, ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’ pairs a multilingual interpreter with a world-famous celebrity as they traverse global locations for a reality show. Despite the chemistry between them, cultural nuances and misunderstood emotions complicate their growing affection.

Kalamkaval

SonyLIV’s ‘Kalamkaval’, out January 16, is a tense crime drama inspired by the serial killings of Cyanide Mohan. Set in the early 2000s, the plot follows a manipulative predator posing as a suitor to target unsuspecting women, while a seasoned police officer races to uncover the truth. The film features Mammootty and Vinayakan in prominent roles.

Mastiii 4

ZEE5 premieres ‘Mastiii 4’ on January 16, bringing back the iconic comedic trio nearly a decade later. This instalment leans into middle-aged chaos, weaving a farcical tale of mistaken identities, marital confusion and over-the-top antics designed to appeal to long-time fans of the franchise’s slapstick style.

The Rip

‘The Rip’ hits Netflix on January 16, reuniting Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as Miami narcotics officers whose loyalty fractures after they discover millions during a drug raid. Directed by Joe Carnahan, the film blends classic crime-thriller grit with modern tension in a character-driven narrative.