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- Economic Times
5 films, one weekend: These must-watch movies have just dropped on OTT
Tourist Family
Lal Salaam
Single
Bhool Chuk Maaf
Jaat
June 2025 has turned into a mini feast for film lovers, as a diverse batch of Indian titles dropped across top streaming platforms. Whether you're in the mood for family comedy, high-octane action, breezy romance, or political commentary, there's something fresh on every app. With theatrical runs wrapped and mixed box office fates behind them, these films are now finding new life and audiences on OTT. Here's what's new and where you can watch Family is a Tamil-language comedy-drama that blends humour with heart. Marking Abishan Jeevinth's directorial debut, the film follows an Eelam Tamil family who flees Sri Lanka's economic crisis for a better future in India. Featuring a strong ensemble led by M. Sasikumar and Simran, the film balances migrant struggles with comedic moments. With Yogi Babu, M.S. Bhaskar, and Ramesh Thilak in supporting roles, the film's warmth and relatability make it a standout pick on OTTplay PremiumStreaming from June 6, 2025Aishwarya Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam has made its quiet OTT debut a year after its theatrical release. Despite having Rajinikanth in a cameo, music by AR Rahman, and production from Lyca, the film was criticised for its underwhelming storytelling. Now streaming in an extended Tamil cut, the Telugu version remains unavailable. While the film may not have created buzz in theatres, the digital version gives curious fans a second chance to engage with this politically charged sports VideoStreamingNow streaming in five languages, Single is a rom-com that leans into its chaos. Sree Vishnu stars as Vijay, a man desperate to escape singlehood who ends up in a love triangle with Purva (Ketika Sharma) and Harini (Ivana). Directed by Caarthick Raju, the film combines heart, humour, and confusion with cameos and supporting turns from Vennela Kishore, VTV Ganesh, and more. With music by Vishal Chandrasekhar, it's a feel-good, pan-India entertainer available now on Prime VideoStreamingAfter a brief, delayed theatrical stint, Bhool Chuk Maaf is now available to stream on Prime Video. The rom-com features Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in a story disrupted by offscreen geopolitical tensions. Directed by Karan Sharma and backed by Maddock Films and Amazon MGM Studios, the film blends quirky romance with social undertones. While its box office numbers underwhelmed, early streaming buzz suggests it's finding its audience on digital, especially among fans of slice-of-life love adrenaline is what you're after, Jaat delivers a gritty, action-packed ride. Directed by Gopichand Malineni in his Hindi debut, the film stars Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda as two forces on a violent collision course. The story follows a mysterious passenger whose obsessive need for an apology sparks a brutal face-off with a former labourer turned crime boss. With Regina Cassandra, Jagapathi Babu, and Ramya Krishnan in key roles, Jaat adds some punch to Netflix's thriller lineup.
