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| 10 Explosive OTT Releases to Stream Before Diwali 2025 – From Bhagavad & Santosh to Final Destination: Bloodlines, This Week’s Lineup Will Blow Your Mind! |
Before You Celebrate Diwali 2025, Binge These 10 New OTT Releases – Arshad Warsi’s Bhagavad, Santosh’s Oscar Buzz & Final Destination: Bloodlines Lead the Hype!
The festive season of Diwali is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the celebratory mood than binge-watching the hottest OTT releases of the week? As India prepares to celebrate Lord Rama’s grand return from exile on October 20th, streaming platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Lionsgate Play, and ZEE5 are ready to light up your screens with thrilling new movies and web series. Between October 13th and October 19th, 2025, a total of 10 exciting titles are hitting your favorite OTT platforms — from intense crime thrillers and romantic dramas to action-packed adventures and fantasy sagas. 🍿✨
So, before you dive into your Diwali decorations and sweets, unwind with this perfectly curated OTT lineup — featuring Arshad Warsi’s dark series "Bhagavad Chapter 1: Rakshasa", the much-awaited "Santosh", and the terrifying "Final Destination: Bloodlines." Let’s take a look at all the top releases streaming this week! 🚀
🎭 Bhagavad Chapter 1: Rakshasa (ZEE5 – October 17, 2025)
After the massive success of Asur, Arshad Warsi returns with another chilling psychological crime thriller — "Bhagavad Chapter 1: Rakshasa." He plays Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat, who is transferred to Robertsganj, Uttar Pradesh, to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young girl named Poonam.
However, what begins as a simple missing person’s case soon unravels into a web of crime, corruption, and dark human secrets. The series also stars Jitendra Kumar (Panchayat fame), who delivers a haunting performance as Sameer — a calm, intelligent college professor hiding unsettling truths. The atmosphere, background score, and plot twists are bound to keep you hooked till the end.
This series is not just another crime drama — it’s a dark exploration of human psychology, power, and morality. 🎭
🎬 Santosh (Lionsgate Play – October 17, 2025)
After making waves at the Cannes Film Festival and earning international acclaim, Santosh finally arrives on OTT. Directed by Sandhya Suri, this powerful drama stars Shahana Goswami as Santosh, a widowed woman forced to step into her late husband’s shoes as a constable in rural North India.
The film paints a moving portrait of a woman battling patriarchy, grief, and systemic injustice. When she’s assigned to investigate the rape and murder of a Dalit minor, her moral courage and compassion lead to a journey of awakening.
The Censor Board may have withheld its theatrical release, but Santosh’s digital premiere ensures that its bold message of gender and social justice reaches every viewer. 🌸
💔 Elumale (ZEE5 – October 17, 2025)
Love, betrayal, and fate collide in this Tamil-Kannada bilingual romantic thriller directed by Puneet Rangaswamy. Elumale tells the story of Revathi, a wealthy young woman, and Harish, a taxi driver, whose forbidden love leads them into danger.
Set against the scenic backdrop of the Tamil Nadu–Karnataka border in 2004, the film takes a dark turn when the couple crosses paths with a Special Task Force hunting arms smugglers. What follows is a night of chaos, deceit, and violence.
Beautifully shot and emotionally gripping, Elumale perfectly blends romance and suspense, making it an unmissable weekend watch. 💞
🐉 How to Train Your Dragon (Live-Action – JioHotstar – October 13, 2025)
The beloved animated classic How to Train Your Dragon finally gets its live-action adaptation! Starring Mason Thames as Hiccup and Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick, the film reimagines the heartwarming story of a Viking boy who befriends a feared dragon named Toothless.
With breathtaking visuals, emotional storytelling, and stunning action sequences, this adaptation promises to be both nostalgic and refreshing. Whether you’re revisiting Berk or discovering it for the first time, this film will reignite your love for courage, friendship, and dragons. 🐲✨
💀 Final Destination: Bloodlines (JioHotstar – October 16, 2025)
The cult horror franchise returns with its sixth and final installment — Final Destination: Bloodlines. Following its successful theatrical run, the movie now streams on JioHotstar, continuing the franchise’s legacy of spine-chilling thrills.
The story centers on Stephanie Reyes (Kaitlin Santa Juana), a college student haunted by visions of a deadly 1969 accident that her grandmother once escaped. When mysterious deaths start plaguing her family, Stephanie realizes she must break the curse of death itself.
With its trademark suspense and eerie deaths, Bloodlines marks the final performance of horror icon Tony Todd, making it a must-watch for every horror enthusiast. ☠️
❤️ Our Fault (Prime Video – October 16, 2025)
The final chapter of the Culpables Trilogy, Our Fault reunites Noa (Nicole Wallace) and Nick (Gabriel Guevara) after four years apart. Their love is as intense as ever, but time and heartbreak have changed them.
As they meet again at a friend’s wedding, old emotions resurface, and unresolved conflicts threaten to destroy what remains of their connection. The film beautifully portrays the complexity of love — raw, painful, yet undeniably powerful. 💔
🥋 Striking Rescue (JioHotstar – October 16, 2025)
If you crave adrenaline-pumping action, look no further than Striking Rescue. Starring Tony Jaa, this film follows a man betrayed by his closest allies, who embarks on a mission of revenge and redemption.
Packed with high-octane martial arts, edge-of-your-seat chases, and emotional depth, Striking Rescue is a cinematic treat for fans of pure action and heroism. 🔥
🌍 The Diplomat Season 3 (Netflix – October 16, 2025)
The political drama that captivated audiences worldwide returns with its third and final season.
Keri Russell reprises her role as Kate Wyler, who must navigate a storm of political scandals and personal dilemmas. After President Payne’s death, the nation’s leadership is in turmoil, and loyalties are tested at every turn.
Taut writing, complex characters, and suspenseful diplomacy make The Diplomat’s finale a must-watch. 🕊️
💫 The Time That Remains (Netflix – October 16, 2025)
A blend of romance and fantasy, The Time That Remains explores the story of an immortal man and his relationship with a mortal woman. Their love defies time itself, but the past catches up when a detective begins investigating their centuries-old mystery.
This film beautifully examines love, mortality, and destiny through poetic storytelling and mesmerizing visuals. ⏳❤️
🔪 I Know What You Did Last Summer (Netflix – October 18, 2025)
The classic slasher story returns with a new generation and deadlier secrets.
A group of friends accidentally kills someone during a reckless drive on July 4th and vow never to speak of it again. But a year later, they receive an ominous message: “I know what you did last summer.”
The suspense builds as each friend faces a terrifying fate. A thrilling reboot of a cult favorite, this sequel keeps the spirit of horror alive. 🎃
🎉 Conclusion
This Diwali season, OTT platforms are offering something for everyone — from bone-chilling horror and emotional drama to fantasy adventures and love stories. Whether you’re lighting diyas, decorating your home, or relaxing after festivities, these releases will keep your entertainment meter high.
So grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and dive into this spectacular week of storytelling magic. 🌟
💬 FAQs
1. Which OTT platforms are releasing new titles before Diwali 2025?
Major platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5, JioHotstar, and Lionsgate Play are dropping new web series and films this week, ensuring something for every mood and genre lover.
2. What is the highlight release of the week?
Arshad Warsi’s Bhagavad Chapter 1: Rakshasa is undoubtedly the most anticipated release of the week, blending suspense, dark crime, and psychological mystery in a gripping narrative.
3. Why was ‘Santosh’ banned from theaters in India?
The Censor Board refused certification for Santosh due to its bold depiction of caste and gender-based violence. However, its digital release gives it a new life and a wider audience.
4. Is ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ the last movie in the series?
Yes, it’s the final installment of the Final Destination series, concluding over two decades of death-defying horror stories.
5. Which film is best suited for family viewing this Diwali?
For families, the live-action remake of “How to Train Your Dragon” is the perfect choice — heartwarming, adventurous, and visually stunning. 🐉
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