August is wrapping up with a slate of new OTT releases. Whether you’re into Telugu short films, Bollywood dramas, or Hollywood action, here are the titles worth adding to your watchlist.
Prema Ekkada Nee Chirunama:
Telugu OTT platform ETV Win has released another short story under its Katha Sudha series, titled Prema Ekkada Nee Chirunama. Featuring Ramki, Saiteja Gona, and Ivana in lead roles, the film is directed by Sudheer Kumar and produced by K. Raghavendra Rao. The short has been streaming since August 24, 2025.
Thunderbolts*:
Touted as Marvel’s Avengers for Gen Z, Thunderbolts* brings together a new team, new enemies, and a fresh setup. While the film failed to make waves at the box office, it is set for its digital debut on Jio Hotstar on August 27, 2025, in English, Telugu, and several other Indian languages.
Metro In Dino:
Serving as a spiritual sequel to Anurag Basu’s 2007 hit Life in a… Metro, Metro In Dino stars Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Pankaj Tripathi. The film received mixed reviews during its theatrical run but now heads to OTT on Netflix on August 29, 2025. A Telugu version, however, is unlikely.
Songs of Paradise:
Amazon Prime Video is set to premiere Danish Renzu’s musical drama Songs of Paradise on August 29, 2025. Inspired by the life of Raj Begum, the first female singer from Kashmir, the film stars Soni Razdan and Saba Azad in key roles. A Telugu audio version may also be released, though confirmation will come closer to the premiere.
Karate Kid: Legends:
The latest installment in the iconic martial arts franchise, Karate Kid: Legends, stars Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and Ralph Macchio. Released in theaters this May to lukewarm reception, the film now arrives on OTT on Netflix on August 30, 2025. A Telugu version may not be included in the digital release.
With these titles confirmed, your watchlist for the week is ready. And who knows – a few unexpected drops might still surprise you. Keep an eye on this space to catch them as they arrive.