The box office is bracing for a showdown, with Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 ready to throw punches, both aiming for a slice of Diwali’s crowd. But if you’re the type to watch the rain hit the window instead of the world going by, the streaming giants—Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix, and the rest—have loaded up on everything from thrillers to comedies, sharp enough to cut through any mood. This week, November 1 – 7, it all drops. Go on, take your pick.
Must-Watch Upcoming OTT Releases (1 Nov-7 Nov): Top Movies and Shows Premiering on OTT and in Theaters This Week
1. Madanolsavam
Directed by Sudheesh Gopinath
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
In Sudheesh Gopinath’s sharp Malayalam comedy, Madhanan’s life shifts gears. He’s been just another face in the crowd, stuck in the grind—until he decides it’s time to call the shots. Starring Suraj Venjaramoodu, Swathi Das Prabhu, and Rajesh Madhavan, the film lands on November 1.
2. Kishkindha Kaandam
Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Over at Disney+ Hotstar, Kishkindha Kaandam has its own tale to tell. Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, this Malayalam thriller follows a newlywed couple and a pack of forest rangers into a monkey-ruled village where nothing makes sense, least of all the locals’ eyes. Starring Asif Ali, Vijayaraghavan, and Aparna Balamurali, this one’s ready to pull you in and hold you tight.
3. Barbie Mysteries: The Great Horse Chase
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Barbie Mysteries: The Great Horse Chase trots onto screens, sending best friends Malibu and Brooklyn on a wild ride to track down a missing horse. But that’s just the start. The week’s roster is stacked, with theatrical and streaming releases like Kishkindha Kaandam and Mithya: The Darker Chapter lurking in the wings.
4. Blind (Season 1)
Directed by Yong Hwi Shin
Release Date: November 6
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
In this Korean mystery-thriller, a homicide detective finds himself on the wrong side of the badge, suspected of a brutal string of murders. Desperate, he hunts for the true killer. Starring Taecyeon, Ha Seok-jin, and Jung Eun-ji, streaming November 6.
5. Mithya: The Darker Chapter
Directed by Kapil Sharma
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: ZEE5
This week’s OTT lineup doesn’t pull any punches. Besides Barbie Mysteries: The Great Horse Chase and Kishkindha Kaandam, there’s Mithya: The Darker Chapter, a crime thriller that locks half-sisters Juhi and Rhea in a dangerous tango. When Juhi is accused of plagiarism by a shadowy author, the accusations light a fuse, and what comes next digs deep into the heart of sisterly rivalry. Huma Qureshi, Naveen Kasturia, and Avantika Dassani lead the cast, ready to keep you guessing.
6. Citadel: Honey Bunny
Directed by Raj & DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK)
Release Date: November 7
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
Citadel: Honey Bunny on Prime Video is the Indian twist on the hit American spy series. Releasing November 7, it stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Varun Dhawan, and Kay Kay Menon, with a cast that includes Sikandar Kher and Emma Canning. If covert ops and secrets are your brand of poison, you’ll want to keep this one on your radar.
7. Viswam
Directed by Sreenu Vaitla
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
A young woman finds herself marked by a ruthless band of killers after she witnesses a hit, a real execution under the city lights. She’s got no one to turn to until a hard-nosed taxi driver takes up her cause, cutting through the shadows in search of justice. Sreenu Vaitla’s direction sets the stage, with Gopichand, Kavya Thapar, and Vennela Kishore making their mark. Catch Viswam on Prime Video, November 1.
8. Black
Directed by KG Balasubramani
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
In Black, a couple’s peaceful life cracks open when a storm and something darker shake their new home. Fighting through the wreckage, they race to save their marriage, haunted by a presence that’s anything but friendly. Jiiva and Priya Bhavani Shankar star in this Tamil thriller.
9. Sattam En Kaiyil
Directed by Chachi
Release Date: November 1
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
Our man stumbles into trouble when a late-night drive turns deadly, leaving him with a body in the trunk and a bad case of luck. A DUI lands him in handcuffs, and when the cops impound his car, they find what he tried to bury. Now he’s in over his head, scrambling to wriggle free. Penned by Chachi and JM Raja, the horror premieres November 1.
10. Kozhipannai Chelladurai
Directed by Seenu Ramaswamy
Release Date: November 5
Streaming Platform: Prime Video
Kozhipannai Chelladurai spins a tale of resilience. After a shattering loss, Chelladurai and his sister Jeyasudha lean on each other, guided by their steadfast uncle. Seenu Ramaswamy’s Tamil drama hits on November 5.
Conclusion
A new season rolls in, and the screens are stacked—thrillers, comedies, mysteries, action, all lined up, each with a story sharp enough to cut. Kishkindha Kaandam promises suspense that creeps like a jungle mist. Or maybe you’re after a hard-hitting punch? The week’s releases walk the line between grandeur and grit, from big screens to close-up shots in your living room. So grab that popcorn, settle into your favorite spot, and let the show pull you in—one story at a time.
FAQs
1. What are some notable movie and show releases in theaters this week?
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again are both major theatrical releases this week. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 offers a mix of mystery and comedy, while Singham Again brings action-packed drama with a classic good-vs-evil storyline.
2. What new movies and series can I expect on Disney+ Hotstar?
This week, Kishkindha Kaandam, a Malayalam thriller directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, debuts on Disney+ Hotstar. It follows a newlywed couple in a monkey-ruled village, blending suspense and mystery.
3. What new thriller can I watch on ZEE5?
Mithya: The Darker Chapter is now available on ZEE5. This crime thriller features a complex story of rivalry between two sisters, portrayed by Huma Qureshi and Avantika Dassani.
4. Are there any new adaptations or spinoffs of popular series?
Citadel: Honey Bunny premieres on Prime Video as an Indian twist on the global Citadel series, featuring Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dhawan in leading roles.
5. When are these releases scheduled to drop?
The upcoming releases will be available throughout the week of November 1-7. Specific dates are noted within the article for each title.
