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The recent sports drama, Biker, starring ‘Charming Star’ Sharwanand, has locked its digital release date. Netflix announced that the film will begin streaming on May 1, 2026. Biker earned praise for its technical ambition and the lead actor’s performance.

Directed by Abhilash Reddy, the film is billed as India’s first motocross-based cinematic venture. Viewers appreciated the authentic racing sequences. Critics and viewers highlighted the adrenaline-charged stunts and Sharwanand’s committed portrayal of a professional racer.

Netflix confirmed that the film will stream in multiple languages to reach a wider audience. It will be available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, while the Hindi dubbed version will release under the title Sharwa.

Produced by UV Creations, the film features a strong supporting cast including Rajasekhar, Atul Kulkarni, Brahmaji, and Shashank in key roles. Ghibran’s powerful musical score further elevates the intense narrative.

Leader is the recent movie featuring Legend Saravanan. Despite a poor response, the team reportedly inflated the collections, which led to further criticism. R. S. Durai Senthilkumar directed this spy action thriller.

The movie, which made its theatrical debut on April 3, 2026, is likely to make its pan-Indian digital entry on May 1, 2026. Amazon Prime Video has acquired the streaming rights, though we are still waiting for an official announcement.

Whether the movie will have a chance to shine on OTT remains to be seen. Andrea Jeremiah, Payal Rajput, Santhosh Prathap, and others played key roles in this film, which was produced by the lead actor himself. Ghibran composed the soundtrack.

One of the most talked-about films in recent times, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, is preparing for its digital debut. Despite the title, the film is not a direct sequel and instead features a completely new cast and a fresh narrative. It is headlined by Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia, and Aishwarya Ojha, with direction by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and production by Vipul Amrutlal Shah.

While the movie was initially announced to premiere on ZEE5 on May 8, 2026, the streaming date has been moved forward to May 1, 2026. This preponement has caught many by surprise, as the specific reason behind the earlier release remains undisclosed by the makers or the platform. It follows a theatrical run that began in late February, during which the film faced several legal hurdles and received a lukewarm response at the box office.

The digital premiere will not be limited to its original Hindi version, as ZEE5 has confirmed its availability in multiple regional languages. Audiences can expect to stream the film in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Tamil, ensuring a wider reach across the country. After the intense controversy and legal debates surrounding its theatrical release, industry experts are now closely watching how the film performs in the OTT space.

Raakaasa is one of the films released on April 3, 2026, starring Sangeeth Shobhan and Nayan Sarika in the lead roles. Directed by Manasa Sharma, the film is now gearing up for its digital debut.

The film is set to premiere on Netflix on May 1, 2026, and has already been officially listed in the app’s catalog. It is also likely to be released in other languages such as Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, though official confirmation is awaited.

Raakaasa received decent reports during its theatrical run, and it is now time to see how it performs on OTT. Niharika Konidela and Umesh Kumar Bansal produced the film. Vennela Kishore, Brahmaji, Tanikella Bharani, Getup Srinu, and others played supporting roles in this horror comedy, which has music composed by Anudeep Dev.

Kara, starring Dhanush, is generating strong buzz ahead of its theatrical release, and now there’s an important OTT update adding to the excitement.

Reports suggest that streaming giant Netflix has bagged the digital rights of the film. Directed by Vignesh Raja, Kara is slated to hit theatres on April 30, 2026, and is expected to be a crucial film in Dhanush’s lineup. The film, set against the backdrop of the 1990s Gulf War, promises a gripping narrative with a mix of action and emotion.

The news is that the makers sold the digital rights for a fancy price. This deal also reflects the growing demand for Dhanush’s films in the digital space, especially among pan-India audiences.

The trailer and early buzz have already created solid anticipation, and the OTT deal further strengthens the film’s commercial prospects.

Prathichaya is a Malayalam political thriller starring Nivin Pauly in the lead. Directed by Unnikrishnan, the film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences during its theatrical run. Now, producers Sree Gokulam Movies and RD Illuminations LLP are turning to the digital space, hoping the film finds a better response.

The film has started streaming on Jio Hotstar in multiple languages, including Telugu. Whether it will click better on OTT remains to be seen, but the shift gives the political drama a fresh chance to reach a wider audience.

The supporting cast includes Sharaf U Dheen, Maniyanpilla Raju, and Sai Kumar. Harisree Ashokan, Ann Augustine, Vishnu Agasthya, Nishant Sagar, and Neethu Krishna also play key roles, adding depth to the narrative.

Harsh Roshan and Sridevi Apalla reunited for Bandmelam after their collaboration on Court. The film is produced by Kona Venkat and directed by Sathish Javvaji.

After failing to entertain audiences in theaters, the movie is now streaming on ZEE5. Whether it will successfully connect with a digital audience remains to be seen.

Sai Kumar appears as the heroine’s father in the film. Produced by Kavya and Shravya under the Kona Film Corporation banner, the project features music by Vijay Bulganin.

GV Prakash Kumar’s latest family entertainer, Happy Raj, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film is currently available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam audios.

Happy Raj is about a youngster who faces relationship issues due to his strict father. Frustrated by his father, Raj moves to Bangalore where he falls in love with his colleague. However, major issues start in his life since both families are poles apart.

Directed by Maria Raja Elanchezian, Sri Gouri Priya played the female lead. Abbas and George Maryan played key roles. Happy Raj is produced by Jaivarda under Beyond Pictures. Justin Prabhakaran composed the music.