OTT Releases This Week(April 21-27): You Season 5, L2: Empuraan, Ayyana Mane, and More!

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Alright, binge squad—it’s that time of the week again! Yes, you got that right, we’re about to check out some of the top new OTT releases this week that’ll keep you glued to your screens. From galaxy-hopping rebels to romantic creepers, intense heists, and even a haunted ancestral mansion(yeah, that escalated quickly), this week’s OTT releases are stacked. So, grab your popcorn, because this week’s OTT lineup is straight fire! Without wasting any more time, let’s jump right in and check out the latest movies and web series releasing this week!

1. Andor Season 2(April 23)

Star Wars nerds, rise up! It’s your time to shine. The rebellion is back, and that means it’s time for Andor season 2. This time, it gets grittier, edgier, and ten times more intense as Diego Luna returns as Cassian Andor, your favorite thief-turned-rebel spy. This second and final season of the sci-fi series follows Cassian as he embarks on a mission that could turn him from a reluctant rebel to a full-blown hero! If you like espionage, rebellion, politics, and mind-blowing space drama, then this one’s for you.

2. You Season 5(April 24)

Ah, Joe, our favorite sociopathic bookworm! How I’ve missed seeing Joe on screen, I’m sure you have too(yes, I’m talking to all the book girlies and fans of crime thriller series). Our wait is over, as Joe is back for one final bloody chapter! In You season 5, Penn Badgley returns as Joe Goldberg, and this time he’s back in New York. If you remember anything from season 4, you know Joe walked back completely scot-free. So, will he keep up the charade, or will his mask slip(even more than usual)? Get ready for a killer finale filled with chaos, confrontation, and maybe, just maybe, karma catching up, as you watch You season 5.

3. L2: Empuraan(April 24)

If you’re a fan of Malayalam movies, there’s no way you didn’t know about this film! Yes, Mohanlal is back, and this time, he’s here to shake things up, again! After a controversial yet successful theatrical run, get ready to watch Mohanlal in beast mode after the L2: Empuraan OTT release this week. This explosive sequel to Lucifer is packed with action, swagger, and political heat like no other. Get ready for some serious mass moments and iconic one-liners as you watch Mohanlal and Prithviraj’s L2, Empuraan, one of the most-awaited OTT releases this week.

4. Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2(April 24)

Fans of Tamil movies, this one’s for you! Watch the epic tale continue as Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 gets its OTT release this week. Shaking up the way movies are released, this Vikram starrer released Part 2 of the film first, with the next part, aka Part 1, to be released later as a prequel. Sounds interesting, right? Watch Vikram star as Kaali, a simple family man and provision store owner, whose life is turned upside down when his former crime boss comes back into his life. With power-packed performances, intense action, and raw visuals, this Tamil movie is off the charts.

5. Ayyana Mane(April 25)

Ready for a spooky surprise? Check out ZEE5’s first-ever Kannada Original series! Yes, I’m talking about the much-awaited Kannada web series, Ayyana Mane. This gripping series takes you through a tale of supernatural suspense with a 90s twist. It all starts when Jaji(Kushee Ravi), a newlywed woman, moves into her husband’s ancestral home. Soon, she realizes that her new family comes with some major baggage— I’m talking ghostly, death-of-three-daughters-in-law kind of baggage. Watch Ayyana Mane on ZEE5 as she uncovers the truth behind these mysterious deaths in her family and how a sacred Kondayya idol is connected to all of it. Creepy family secrets, dark folklore, and a killer mystery? Ayyana Mane has got it all. What’s more? The series is also streaming in Hindi along with its original Kannada version. So, mark your calendars and start streaming Ayyana Mane from April 25, 2025.

6. Havoc(April 25)

If your idea of fun is Tom Hardy breaking bones and chasing chaos, then Havoc is your weekend watch. It’s gritty, violent, and a beautifully choreographed mayhem. Watch how a jaded detective rescues a powerful politician’s estranged son, steering through the city’s crime world in Havoc. It’s got drug deals gone wrong, dangerous rescues, and Hardy breaking bones like it’s a hobby. If you like your thriller movies raw and relentless, this is one of the best OTT releases this week for you.

7. Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins(April 25)

Heists never go out of style, and Jewel Thief brings the glitz and wit like no other. Think mastermind criminals, unexpected twists, and sleek execution, that’s what you get with this crime series. Watch two con artists, Rehan and Rajan, battle it out as they attempt to rob the precious African Red Sun diamond. If you’re in the mood for a mystery series, Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins is your go-to.

 

So, What’s Your Binge Plan?

Whether you’re flying through galaxies with Andor, dodging psychopaths with Joe, or experiencing a regional suspense thriller with Ayyana Mane, this week’s OTT drops are chef’s kiss. Let me know which show or movie you’re diving into first, because honestly, I can’t wait to watch them all.

Happy streaming!