With Diwali lights already going up and homes getting ready for the celebrations, many people are also planning their festival-week binge list. And this year, regional OTT platforms have dropped a solid lineup. From Malayalam thrillers and Bengali crime dramas to Telugu romances and Hindi mystery films, giving viewers more choices than ever.
Here are the most talked-about new releases you can stream during Diwali week:
Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali (Malayalam)
A tense social thriller, the film follows Sahadevan, a newly married man who lands in jail after his wife accuses him of domestic abuse and dowry harassment. charges that may have been fabricated. As the case unfolds, it raises unsettling questions about truth, marriage, and modern-day dowry disputes. Starring Asif Ali, Thulasi and Harisree Ashokan, the film released on October 17 and is now streaming on ZEE5.
Imbam (Malayalam)
A soft, feel-good film set inside a failing publishing house, the story follows Nidhin, a young cartoonist who joins the struggling team led by the old-school Karunakaran. Art, relationships, and the clash between old and new values form the heart of this simple but warm narrative. Featuring Deepak Parambol, Lalu Alex and Darsana Sudarshan, the film released on October 17 and is now streaming on Sun NXT.
Madam Sengupta (Bengali)
This crime mystery follows a renowned female cartoonist who takes matters into her own hands after her daughter is murdered. Doubting the police version of events, she teams up with a journalist and their search soon uncovers links to her ex-husband’s stage play — and to Kolkata’s dark underworld. Starring Rituparna Sengupta, Rahul Bose and Kaushik Sen, the film released on October 17 and is now streaming on ZEE5.
Anandalahari (Telugu)
This family drama series follows Anand and Lahari, two complete opposites forced into an arranged marriage. Their home soon becomes a battleground of values, ego, habits and expectations, making the story highly relatable for many Indian couples. Starring Bramarambika Tutika and Abhishek Boddepalli, the series released on October 17 and is streaming on Aha.
Santosh (Hindi)
Set in rural North India, Santosh follows a young widow who accepts her late husband’s police job out of necessity. On her very first day, she is assigned the murder case of a Dalit girl, only to run into caste bias, corruption, and deep moral dilemmas buried within the system. Starring Shahana Goswami, Sunita Rajwar and Sanjay Bishnoi, the film released on October 17 and is now streaming on Lionsgate Play.
Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas (Hindi)
This dark crime thriller follows Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat, who is transferred to a small Uttar Pradesh town as punishment. Soon after he joins, young girls begin to disappear, pushing him into a chilling investigation that leads to a serial killer hiding in plain sight, someone respected and admired by society. Starring Arshad Warsi, Jitendra Kumar and Ayesha Kaduskar, the film released on October 17 and is available to stream on ZEE5.
Kishkindhapuri (Telugu)
A harmless scam turns into horror when a group running a fake “ghost walk tour” accidentally awakens a vengeful spirit inside an abandoned radio station. The pretend haunting quickly becomes real and deadly — trapping everyone under a chilling curse they cannot escape. Starring Anupama Parameswaran and Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, the film releases on October 17 and streams on ZEE5.
Mirage (Malayalam)
Mirage is a slow-burning mystery that follows Abhirami after her fiancé Kiran disappears in a train crash. Convinced the crash was no accident, she joins forces with a journalist to investigate. Their hunt for a missing hard drive gradually unravels shocking secrets, including the existence of Kiran’s hidden second life. Starring Aparna Balamurali, Asif Ali and Hannah Reji Koshy, the film releases on October 20 and streams on Sony LIV.
This Diwali, whether you’re looking for laughter, drama, or suspense, regional OTT platforms are ready to deliver hours of entertainment, keeping viewers glued to the screen and making the festive season even more enjoyable.
