Friday OTT releases this week (May 11-17): ‘Kartavya’, ‘Berlin’ and ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge' lead the lineup

Released ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this documentary follows Jamie Vardy’s extraordinary rise from rejection and factory work to Premier League glory. Featuring unseen footage and interviews with family, teammates and journalists, it celebrates a remarkable underdog journey. Streaming on ‘Netflix’ from May 12, the film highlights ambition, resilience and the unlikely making of a Leicester City legend, with emotion, grit and rare memories.
Release date: May 12, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

The Dutch comedy-drama returns, following four men as they try to reinvent themselves after attending a self-improvement workshop. Their attempts to become more emotionally aware soon clash with the confusion of modern life, relationships and masculinity. The show, inspired by ‘Alpha Males’, blends humour with social commentary and awkwardly honest conversations about change, without losing its light and relatable comic tone.
Release date: May 13, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Michael Sheen and David Tennant return as Aziraphale and Crowley in the third and final season of this fantasy drama. The angel-demon duo once again faces cosmic chaos while trying to stop another apocalypse. Streaming on ‘Prime Video’ from May 13, the concluding season promises humour, heart and a satisfying farewell to one of streaming’s quirkiest supernatural friendships, with witty writing and emotional closure.
Release date: May 13, 2026
Streaming platform: Prime Video

Created by Pablo Illanes, this thriller explores forbidden attraction, betrayal and unsettling family secrets. The story follows Regina, a successful lawyer who visits her fiancé’s family estate and forms a dangerous emotional connection with his troubled son. The drama builds tension through desire, deception and moral conflict as buried truths slowly emerge inside a household already cracking under pressure.
Release date: May 13, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

‘Berlin’ returns with another stylish, high-risk robbery, this time set in Seville. The ‘Money Heist’ favourite gathers a new team for a daring mission involving a priceless Da Vinci masterpiece. Streaming on ‘Netflix’ from May 15, the series brings together clever planning, emotional tension and slick drama, keeping alive the charm that made Berlin such a memorable character, with danger and classic franchise-style twists.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Ranveer Singh headlines this big-ticket spy thriller alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna and Rakesh Bedi. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film follows Hamza Ali Mazari’s mission to destroy Pakistan’s criminal network after eliminating Lyari don Rehman Dakait. Releasing on May 15, with its platform yet to be announced, the action drama brings espionage and political tension, with scale, star power and ambition.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Continuing the world of ‘Yellowstone’ Season 5, ‘Dutton Ranch’ follows Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they move to South Texas in search of peace. Their fresh start is threatened by rival ranch owner Beulah Jackson, sparking land disputes and emotional battles. The series explores survival, loyalty and ranch power in a landscape where peace never comes without cost.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: JioHotstar

Randeep Hooda returns as Avinash Mishra, the fearless police officer battling organised crime in Uttar Pradesh. Inspired by real-life events, the new season places him against a powerful weapons cartel led by a dangerous gang figure named Sheikh. The crime thriller also explores Avinash’s personal struggles beyond the action and investigations, giving the sequel both emotional weight and mass appeal.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: JioHotstar

Saif Ali Khan leads this dark action thriller as Pawan Malik, the SHO of Jhamli Thana, a man caught between duty and personal distress. As crime, pressure and emotional conflict close in, Malik’s world grows increasingly dangerous. The gritty drama promises a tense look at responsibility, morality and survival within a troubled police system, with a brooding performance and tense storytelling throughout.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, this documentary-style feature celebrates the life and career of beloved comedian Martin Short. It traces his journey across television, films, theatre and stand-up, while also exploring the struggles behind his public charm. The film blends humour, nostalgia and emotion, offering viewers a warm portrait of an entertainer who shaped generations, especially fans of heartfelt celebrity documentaries.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Created by Courtney A. Kemp, this Los Angeles-set crime drama follows master thief Coltrane Wilder and determined detective Isaiah Stiles. Their cat-and-mouse rivalry gradually turns into a dangerous obsession, pulling family, morality and destruction into the chase. ‘Nemesis’ promises a tense narrative, strong ensemble energy and a polished world of crime-driven suspense, where every move raises the stakes.
Release date: May 14, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Based on Elle Kennedy’s bestselling novels, this college romance follows students connected to Briar University’s elite ice hockey team. The first season adapts ‘The Deal’, where music student Hannah Wells tutors hockey star Garrett Graham in return for a fake relationship arrangement. Streaming on ‘Prime Video’ from May 13, the series promises humour, chemistry and emotional college drama built around young love, ambition and complicated personal choices.
Release date: May 13, 2026
Streaming platform: Prime Video

The reality dating series returns with contestants from ‘Love Is Blind’, ‘Love Island’, ‘Too Hot to Handle’ and ‘The Circle’ entering a shared villa. Compatibility decides who survives, but strategy, betrayal and emotional games keep disrupting romance. With weekly episodes, the new season promises drama, shifting alliances and plenty of messy connections for viewers who enjoy glamorous chaos and competitive romance.
Release date: May 13, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

Set across Berlin, Seoul and Tokyo over nearly a decade, this Japanese drama follows two emotionally wounded men whose lives become deeply connected. After fleeing Japan following tragedy, Ryu Narutaki is saved from a deadly fire by Korean boxer Hwang Johan. The story explores trauma, companionship, healing and unexpected emotional intimacy, with a tender gaze on love beyond easy labels.
Release date: May 14, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

This true-crime documentary revisits the 2023 Mackenzie Shirilla case, centred on a deadly high-speed car crash that killed two teenagers. Through interviews, evidence and reconstruction, the film examines whether the tragedy was accidental or intentional. ‘The Crash’ is expected to spark difficult conversations around intent, grief, justice and public fascination with crime stories, while revisiting a case that divided opinion.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Netflix

This seven-episode thriller enters the murky world of a major paper leak scandal linked to the Regional Public Service Exam system. A determined young woman goes undercover to expose the network, only to discover corruption running deeper than expected. The series mixes suspense, politics and social commentary, making it a timely watch with a sharp female perspective and gripping investigative momentum.
Release date: May 15, 2026
Streaming platform: Prime Video