Get ready for a thrilling week of binge-watching with the latest OTT releases! This week promises an exciting mix of movies and TV shows that cater to all tastes. Abhishek Banerjee stars in “Stolen”, a gripping tale of two brothers caught in a perilous chase that unravels the dark side of rural India. Meanwhile, “Ginny & Georgia” returns with its third season, delving deeper into Georgia’s shocking arrest and the repercussions that put family and trust to the test. Action enthusiasts will love “Jaat”, which brings Sunny Deol back to the big screen as a fearless retired brigadier taking on a ruthless crime lord. Sports fans will enjoy “Stick”, where Owen Wilson reprises his role as a washed-up golf pro mentoring a rebellious teenager. With these fresh releases, you’ll have plenty to keep you hooked for the next seven days!
Tourist Family (June 2) Streaming on JioHotstar
“Tourist Family” is a powerful story of resilience and reinvention. The film tells the story of Dharmadas ‘Das’ (M. Sasikumar), his wife Vasanthi (Simran), and their two sons, who escape the economic turmoil in Sri Lanka after the pandemic and find refuge in Chennai. To fit in, they pretend to be Malayalis, navigating language barriers and cultural differences while forming unexpected connections with their new neighbors. However, their journey becomes even more complicated when a bomb blast investigation puts their true identity at risk, testing the family’s unity and the community’s empathy.
One of Them Days (June 2) Streaming on Netflix
This vibrant buddy comedy follows the misadventures of best friends Dreux (Keke Palmer), an ambitious waitress with franchise management aspirations, and Alyssa (SZA), a free-spirited painter. When Alyssa’s boyfriend absconds with their rent money, the duo embarks on a frantic quest to recover the funds. Their journey is filled with hilarious mishaps, including botched loan applications, a disastrous blood donation attempt, and a run-in with the intimidating King Lolo. As time runs out, their friendship and resilience are put to the test. Can an impromptu art show be the unexpected solution to their financial woes?
Stick (June 4) Streaming on Apple TV+
In this sports comedy series, Owen Wilson stars as Pryce Cahill, a former golf prodigy whose life has derailed. Now, he’s forced to become a mentor to Santi Wheeler (Peter Dager), a talented but undisciplined teenager. Despite their differences, they’re thrown together by fate and desperation, navigating the challenges of amateur golf and personal growth. Along the way, they encounter a quirky cast of characters, including a gruff caddie, Pryce’s observant ex-wife, and various obstacles both on and off the course. With a talented supporting cast, including Marc Maron, Mariana Treviño, and Judie Greer, this show explores themes of trust, redemption, and second chances in the world of golf.
Stolen (June 4) Streaming on Prime Video
“Stolen” is a gripping thriller set in rural India, marking the feature debut of director Karan Tejpal. The film follows two urban brothers who witness a baby being abducted at a railway station, prompting one brother to convince the other to join a perilous rescue mission. As they navigate the complex web of crime and corruption, they face numerous challenges. With a powerful performance from Abhishek Banerjee, the film also stars Mia Maelzer, Shubham Vardhan, Harish Khanna, and Sahidur Rahaman. Backed by renowned producers like Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani, and Vikramaditya Motwane, “Stolen” is a taut, emotionally charged thriller.
Ginny & Georgia season 3 (June 5) Streaming on Netflix
The hit show returns for its third season, with the Miller family’s life turned upside down after Georgia’s (Brianne Howey) shocking arrest for Tom’s murder on her wedding day. As Georgia awaits trial under house arrest, the family faces intense public scrutiny. Ginny (Antonia Gentry) struggles to cope with the aftermath, reevaluating her loyalty and the intricacies of her relationship with her mother. The introduction of new characters, Wolfe and Tris, brings fresh perspectives and dynamics to the story, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.
Jaat (June 5) Streaming on Netflix
In the action-packed film “Jaat”, Sunny Deol reprises his iconic role as a rugged hero, playing Brigadier Baldev Pratap Singh. The story takes place in a coastal village in Andhra Pradesh, where the residents live in fear of Ranatunga (Randeep Hooda), a ruthless crime lord who rose to power from humble beginnings as a Sri Lankan laborer. When Baldev’s train journey takes an unexpected turn, a simple quest for breakfast escalates into a confrontation with Ranatunga’s henchmen, sparking a battle between righteousness and tyranny. The film features a talented cast, including Regina Cassandra, Saiyami Kher, and Vineet Kumar Singh, as Baldev takes on the forces of evil to protect the innocent.
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Mercy for None (June 6) Streaming on Netflix
This gripping noir action drama plunges viewers into Seoul’s dark underworld, exploring themes of vengeance and redemption. The story follows Nam Gi-jun (So Ji-sub), a former gang enforcer who severed his Achilles tendon 11 years ago to escape the violent life and protect his brother, Gi-seok (Lee Joon-hyuk), who had joined a rival gang. However, Gi-jun’s quiet life is shattered when Gi-seok is mysteriously murdered just before his retirement. Fueled by a burning desire for justice, Gi-jun takes up a baseball bat and embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth behind his brother’s death, confronting old allies and enemies in a world of crime and corruption.
