As temperatures continue to rise this April, the entertainment offerings on OTT platforms are also heating up. This week brings an exciting mix of psychological thrillers, horror, drama, and action to the small screen, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Among the highlights is Logout, a psychological thriller starring Babil Khan, son of the late Irrfan Khan. Also making waves is Khauf, a chilling horror web series set in a girls’ hostel. Meanwhile, fan-favorite series The Last of Us returns with Season 2, and The Stolen Girl, a gripping psychological thriller, is set to debut.
Here’s a round-up of films and series releasing on OTT platforms from April 14 to 20:
Logout
Streaming on: ZEE5 | Release Date: April 18
Directed by Amit Golani, Logout stars Babil Khan as Pratyush Dua, a 26-year-old social media influencer with nearly 10 million followers. His carefully curated life spirals into chaos after a fan steals his phone, turning his world into a psychological battle for survival. Written by Vishwapati Sarkar, the film also stars Rasika Dugal, Nimisha Nair, and Gandharv Dewan.
Khauf
Streaming on: Prime Video | Release Date: April 18
Directed by Smita Singh, Khaof is a psychological horror series set in a girls’ hostel in Delhi. The story follows Madhu (Monica Panwar), a young woman haunted by her past, who moves into the hostel seeking peace. However, she soon discovers terrifying supernatural forces lurking within. The 8-episode series stars Rajat Kapoor, Abhishek Chauhan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Shilpa Shukla, and Bigg Boss 18’s Chum Darang.
Daveed
Streaming on: ZEE5 | Release Date: April 18
Daveed is a Malayalam sports drama centered on Ashiq Abu (Antony Varghese), a former boxer turned security guard. His life takes a turn when he’s assigned to protect Turkish boxing legend Saynul Akhmadov (Mohammad Ismail), rekindling his passion for the sport. Also starring Lijomol Jose, Vijayraghavan, and Saiju Kurup, the film charts Ashiq’s journey of redemption and self-discovery.
Ransom Canyon
Streaming on: Netflix | Release Date: April 17
Set in Texas Hill Country, Ransom Canyon is a romantic Western series based on Jodi Thomas’s bestselling novel. The story follows Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel), a ranch owner seeking revenge, who crosses paths with Quinn O’Grady (Minka Kelly), a former concert pianist now running a dance hall. The cast also includes James Brolin, Lizzy Greene, and Eoin Macken.
The Last of Us – Season 2
Streaming on: JioCinema/Hotstar | Release Date: April 14
Season 2 of the hit post-apocalyptic drama The Last of Us takes a five-year leap. Ellie (Bella Ramsey), hardened by betrayal, embarks on a path of revenge. As her bond with soldier Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) deepens, both women face brutal realities while navigating past traumas. Returning cast includes Pedro Pascal (Joel), Gabriel Luna, Rutina Wesley, Isabela Merced, and Young Mazino.
The Stolen Girl
Streaming on: JioCinema/Hotstar | Release Date: April 16
Based on Alex Dahl’s novel Playdate, The Stolen Girl follows Alyssa Blix (Denise Gough), a private jet flight attendant, whose 9-year-old daughter Lucia (Beatrice Cohen) vanishes during a sleepover at her new friend Josie’s home. Alyssa soon learns that the house belongs to Rebecca Walsh (Holliday Grainger), a woman hiding dark secrets. As Alyssa and her husband Fred (Jim Sturgess) confront the horror of abduction, journalist Selma Desai (Ambika Mod) digs deeper into the case to uncover the truth.
With psychological chills, real-life struggles, and heart-pounding suspense, this week’s OTT releases are packed with entertainment you won’t want to miss.
