From the remaining episodes of the latest season of a popular romantic drama to a bunch of crime thrillers, sports documentaries and sci-fi adventure, this week’s OTT releases cater to everyone. Here’s everything you need to know.
The Money Game
Streaming from: September 10
Platform: Prime Video
The Money Game is a six-episode documentary series that offers an inside look at Louisiana State University's (LSU) 2023-24 athletic season. It focuses on the transformative impact of the NCAA's new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policy, which has given athletes new endorsement opportunities as they compete at an elite level. The series features Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels, gymnast and social media sensation Olivia Dunne, and basketball stars Angel Reese and Flau'jae Johnson. Through personal interviews and real-time footage, the documentary delves into their journey to fame.
Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 2
Streaming from: September 12
Platform: Netflix
Emily in Paris is back with the remaining episodes of Season 4. The first part of the season ended with Emily (Lily Collins) choosing Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) over Alfie (Lucien Laviscount), while Camille (Camille Razat) and Sofia (Melia Kreiling) have broken up. Camille, who isn’t actually pregnant, chooses to hide this from Gabriel. Meanwhile, there's a major change at Gabriel's restaurant —Luc's (Bruno Gouery) girlfriend, Marianne (Laurence Gormezano), had been posing as a Michelin inspector for the past year after being fired. As a result, Gabriel’s chances of getting a Michelin star are now in jeopardy.
Breaking Down the Wall
Streaming from: September 12
Platform: Prime Video
A three-episode sports documentary series, Breaking Down the Wall offers an in-depth look at Ángel Di María, one of Argentina’s football legends. It traces his journey from Rosario Central to his successes with top European clubs like Real Madrid, PSG and Juventus. Featuring interviews with icons such as Lionel Messi, the series highlights Di María’s crucial role in Argentina’s 2021 Copa América and 2022 World Cup wins. Irt will also explore his personal struggles, impact on Argentine football, and impending retirement after the 2024 Copa América.
Khalbali Records
Streaming from: September 12
Platform: JioCinema
Khalbali Records follows the journey of Raghav Rai Singh (Skand Thakur), a gifted music producer who gets disillusioned with his father’s renowned record label after the tragic loss of his rockstar best friend Mauj. Motivated by his friend’s dream, Raghav sets out to create Khalbali Records, a label that supports independent artists, igniting a fierce rivalry with his influential father (Ram Kapoor). The show explores the deeper conflict between independent and commercial music as father and son clash over their opposing visions for the industry.
Sector 36
Streaming from: September 13
Platform: Netflix
Sector 36 is a crime thriller inspired by the 2006 Noida serial murders. The story revolves around the unexplained disappearances of children from a slum in Sector 36 of Noida. Deepak Dobriyal stars as Inspector Ram Charan Pandey, a relentless cop on the trail of a clever and elusive serial killer, played by Vikrant Massey. As the investigation deepens, the film explores themes of power dynamics, social inequality and the sinister undercurrents present in society.
Berlin
Streaming from: September 13
Platform: ZEE5
Set in 1990s New Delhi, Anurag Kashyap’s Berlin is a spy thriller that follows Ashok Kumar (Ishwak Singh), a deaf-mute man accused of being a foreign spy. Sign language expert Pushkin Verma (Aparshakti Khurana) is brought in to assist with the interrogation, only to find himself caught in a political conspiracy. Intelligence officer Jagdish Sondhi (Rahul Bose) must unravel the truth behind a plan to assassinate the Russian president. The film also features Anupriya Goenka and Kabir Bedi in key roles.
In Vogue: The 90s
Streaming from: September 13
Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
In Vogue: The 90s takes viewers on a captivating journey through one of fashion’s most influential decades — the 1990s. This six-episode documentary series offers exclusive insights from icons such as Anna Wintour, Edward Enninful, Tom Ford and Kim Kardashian, showcasing how the ’90s revolutionised the fashion industry. Through each episode, the shoe explores pivotal moments like the rise of grunge, the reign of supermodels and the worldwide impact of American fashion, highlighting how the era redefined style and set new global trends.
Uglies
Streaming from: September 13
Platform: Netflix
Set in a futuristic world where cosmetic surgery is mandatory at age 16, Uglies is an adaptation of Scott Westerfeld’s popular young adult dystopian novel. Joey King stars as Tally Youngblood, a teenager eager to undergo the surgery that will transform her from an ‘Ugly’ into a ‘Pretty’ with a flawless appearance and an ideal life. However, when her best friend escapes to join a rebellion opposing these societal standards, Tally's excitement fades. As she sets out to find her friend, Tally begins to realise that the price of beauty may be higher than she expected. The film also features Laverne Cox and Chase Stokes.
