OTT Releases This Week: Hisaab Barabar, Sweet Dreams, and More

An exciting lineup of web series and movies have made their way to OTT platforms, offering audiences a variety of genres to explore. With suspense-filled plots, romantic encounters and inspirational stories, these releases promise engaging entertainment. Featuring top-tier talent and creative storytelling, these productions are now available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar and ZEE5. Below is a detailed overview of seven must-watch OTT releases this week, offering something for everyone.

Top OTT releases this week

Check out the top OTT releases for this week across various OTT platforms:

accounts again and again

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Thriller
• Where to watch: Zee5
• Cast: R. Madhavan, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Kirti Kulhari, Yogesh Tripathi, Faisal Rashid, Rajesh Jais, Jitendra Hooda, Sukumar Tudu, Sachin Vidroh, Shoonak Duggal.

This entertaining thriller revolves around Rade Mohan Sharma, an honest railway ticket inspector who stumbles upon a minor discrepancy in his bank account. His persistence in uncovering the truth uncovers a massive financial scam. Directed by Ashwini Dhir, the film blends suspense with a satirical look at social issues. Madhavan’s portrayal of a man battling against corruption adds depth to the narrative, supported by strong performances from the ensemble cast.

sweet dreams

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Romantic Comedy
• Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
• Cast: Mithila Palkar, Miang Chang, Sauraseni Maitra, Amol Parshar, Ayesha Adlakh, Mohini Shimpi, Faye D’Souza, Sukkaran Vatsa

Sweet Dreams is an enchanting romantic comedy that tells the story of Kenny and Dia, two strangers who begin dreaming about each other. As they attempt to bridge the gap between their dreams and reality, their lives are filled with fascinating moments and challenges. Directed by Victor Mukherjee, the film explores love and the unpredictability of fate. The chemistry between Parashar and Palkar shines, making it a great watch.

main goal

• Release date: January 22, 2025
• Genre: Conspiracy Thriller
• Where to watch: Apple TV+
• Cast: Leo Woodall, Quintessa Swindell, Sidse Babett Knudsen, David Morrissey, Stephen Rea, FRA Fee, Joseph Mydell, Jason Flemyng, Martha Plimpton, Harry Lloyd, Ali Suleiman, Daisy Watson, Sophia Barclay, Tom Storr, Tom Storr

Prime Target follows a young mathematician and a government agent who join forces to uncover a conspiracy to sabotage scientific research. Packed with tension and twists, the series delves into the shady world of espionage and power plays. Woodall and Swindell’s performances bring the complex characters to life, investing the audience in their dangerous journey.

Star Trek: Section 31

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Sci-Fi Adventure
• Where to watch: Paramount+
• Cast: Michelle Yeoh, Casey Rohl, Humberley Gonzalez, Omri Hardwick, Robert Kazinsky, Sam Richardson, Sven Ruigrok, James Hiroyuki Liao

Set in the expansive Star Trek Universe, the film features Emperor Philippa Georgiou, portrayed by Michelle Yeoh, as she battles demons from her past while protecting the United Federation of Planets. Directed by Olatunde Osunsunmi, the narrative weaves action, redemption and futuristic intrigue. Yeoh’s compelling performance anchors the story, making this a standout addition to the franchise.

Shivarpalli

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Comedy
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
• Cast: Raag Mayur, Muralidhar Goud, Roopa Lakshmi, Uday Gurralla, Sunny Palle, Pavani Karanam

Another interesting OTT release for this week is the Telugu spin-off of the popular Hindi web series Ott Panchayat. Dubbed as Shivarapalli, the series stars Raaga Mayur, who portrays Shyam, an engineering graduate. Unlike his friends, Shyam fails to secure a lucrative job in the city and hence, reluctantly agrees to work in Shivarpalli, a secluded village in Telangana.

The Smile Man

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Psychological Drama
• Where to watch: Aha
• Cast: R. Sarathkumar, Sri Kumar, Sija Rose, Iniya, George Maryan, Kumar Natarajan, Baby Azia, and Rajkumar

Smile Man is an intense drama centers on a police officer suffering from Alzheimer’s disease who is tasked with solving a high-stakes case before his memory deteriorates. The narrative examines themes of resilience and vulnerability, offering a poignant portrayal of the protagonist’s struggles. Sarathkumar delivers a powerful performance, adding emotional weight to this gripping tale.

Rajakar

• Release date: January 24, 2025
• Genre: Historical Drama
• Where to watch: Aha
• Cast: Bobby Simha, Tej Sapru, Makarand Deshpande, Raj Arjun, Annusariya Tripathi, Vedhika, Anasuya Bhardwaj, Indraj, Prima, Thalaivasal Vijay, Chandhunad, Tarak Ponnappa, Arav Choudhary, Chauluv Raja, Chuluv Raja, Chauluv Raja, Choudhary, Chauluv

During the time of India’s independence, the film depicts the challenges faced by the princely state of Hyderabad. The film brings historical events to life through a compelling narrative and remarkable attention to detail. The ensemble cast delivers strong performances, adding authenticity to its depiction of this important chapter in history.

List of other OTT releases this week