This Week on OTT: Thudarum, Retro, Hit: The Third Case, and Record-Breaking Salaar
From the emotional Malayalam drama Thudarum to the record-breaking success of Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, and the much-awaited return of The Ultimatum: Queer Love, this week’s OTT lineup is packed with excitement. Here's everything streaming fans need to know.
The OTT space continues to thrive with compelling new releases and milestones that are redefining how we consume content. For the week of May 26 to June 1, 2025, a handful of high-profile titles are making waves, from South Indian blockbusters to gripping reality TV returns.
Thudarum, Retro, and Hit: The Third Case Lead New Releases
Leading the week's OTT releases is Thudarum, a Malayalam film starring veteran actor Mohanlal. The film tells a heartwarming story of relationships and emotional resilience, making it a must-watch for family audiences. Thudarum is now streaming on JioHotstar.
Joining it is the Tamil blockbuster Retro, featuring Suriya and Pooja Hegde. The film, which made over ₹97 crore at the box office, is available on Netflix. Combining stylish action and retro aesthetics, it appeals to fans of both nostalgia and high-energy drama.
On Netflix as well is Hit: The Third Case, the latest in the HIT franchise. Known for its gritty storytelling and investigative twists, this installment has already garnered praise for its suspenseful execution and performances.
Also Read: Massive OTT Week: Top Releases Across Platforms & Suriya's 'Retro' Hits Netflix
Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire Breaks Streaming Records
Adding to the excitement is Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, which continues to dominate digital platforms. The film, starring Prabhas, has smashed streaming records across multiple services. Its dark tone, high-octane action, and expansive storytelling have clearly struck a chord with viewers, positioning Salaar as one of the biggest OTT hits of the year so far.
The Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 Returns
Reality TV fans, rejoice—The Ultimatum: Queer Love is back! Netflix has officially announced that Season 2 of the queer-focused relationship experiment show will premiere on June 25, 2025. New episodes will drop over two weeks, promising more emotional confrontations, dramatic ultimatums, and romantic twists. The show made waves in its debut season for its inclusivity and bold format, and season two is expected to raise the stakes even higher.
Whether you're a fan of heart-tugging family dramas, stylish action spectacles, or reality shows that push emotional boundaries, this week’s OTT slate has something for everyone. As platforms like Netflix and JioHotstar continue to bring diverse stories to screens worldwide, viewers are spoiled for choice—one stream at a time.
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