From 'Kaantha' to 'F1: The Movie': Latest OTT releases to watch this weekend

This weekend arrives with a fresh wave of exciting releases across all major streaming platforms. You can watch period thrillers, gritty soccer documentaries, family comedies, and the third installment of a popular detective series. Be sure to check out these highly anticipated new movies and shows.

'Kaantha' unfolds in 1950s Madras. The period thriller captures the golden era of filmmaking and the politics behind the screen. The drama revolves around Ayya, who is a respected filmmaker played by Samuthirakani, and T. K. Mahadevan, who is a rising star portrayed by Dulquer Salmaan. Ayya shapes Mahadevan's rise to fame with pride, but cracks emerge when the actor begins influencing the creative direction of their films. The film pushes its narrative with such a conflict as its base. The cast also features Ravindra Vijay, Gayathrie, Nizhalgal Ravi, and Bagavathi Perumal. It premiered on December 12 and is now streaming exclusively on Netflix.

If you crave a suspenseful crime thriller, this one is for you. Radhika Apte leads the film as Smita, a seemingly ordinary homemaker from the quiet town of Fursatgarh. Joining her are Divyenndu Sharma, Anurag Kashyap, Anshumaan Pushkar, Sharat Saxena, and Sauraseni Maitra, with a special appearance by Kusha Kapila. The story follows Smita as her peaceful routine is shattered by a shocking double murder, pulling her into a web of secrets, suspicion, and psychological unraveling. It premiered on December 12; stream it exclusively on Zee5.

This heartwarming family drama brings together Kunal Kemmu, Manoj Pahwa, Ayesha Raza, and Prajakta Koli. Single Papa follows a newly divorced man whose impulsive decision to adopt a baby forces him to confront adulthood in a meaningful way. The series blends humor with emotional depth, making it an ideal choice for family viewing. It premiered on December 12 and can be streamed on Netflix.

This inspiring, eight-episode sports drama is inspired by the true story of Kashmir's first professional football club. Starring Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Manav Kaul, the series follows two determined men—a Kashmiri Hindu Pandit and a Kashmiri Muslim. They create the valley's first professional football team by overcoming major social and political divides, producing a stirring and inspirational true-story drama. This inspiring series premiered on December 9 and is available for streaming on SonyLiv.

Get ready for chaos and laughs as Rowan Atkinson reprises his role as the hilariously hapless Trevor Bingley from Man vs. Bee. This new comedy series, 'Man vs Baby,' sees Bingley's plans for a quiet Christmas house-sitting at a luxury penthouse turn upside down. He unexpectedly finds himself in charge of an abandoned baby, guaranteeing classic physical comedy for a lighthearted and funny Netflix comedy fix. It premiered on December 11 and is available to stream on Netflix.

The third installment of the acclaimed ‘Knives Out’ franchise sees Daniel Craig reprise his role as detective Benoit Blanc. This time, you can see Blanc collaborating with a young priest to solve a complex murder set within a gothic Catholic church in upstate New York. The film promises a compelling, thrilling experience with its atmospheric setting and multi-layered mystery. It premiered on December 12 and is available to stream on Netflix.

Featuring Brad Pitt, Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, and Damson Idris, ‘F1: The Movie’ delivers a high-energy sports drama centered on a skilled 90s racer making an unexpected return to the track. When his former teammate—now a Formula 1 team owner—offers him another chance, the narrative unfolds with intense race sequences and emotional stakes. Streaming on Apple TV and Prime Video, following its December 12 premiere.