Weekly OTT Release Roundup: New Shows and Movies to Watch This Week The next seven days offer a diverse array of OTT releases, spanning romance, action, comedy, and drama, catering to a wide range of viewer preferences. Among the highlights is Imtiaz Ali’s Partition romance Main Vaapas Aaunga, which follows 95-year-old Ishar Singh Grewal (Naseeruddin Shah) as he recounts a love story severed by the 1947 Partition of India. The film, which premiered theatrically in June 2026, stars Vedang Raina as the younger Ishar and Sharvari as the woman he could never return to. Directed by Ali and featuring music by A.R. Rahman, it became one of the year’s biggest Hindi sleeper hits. For action enthusiasts, Operation Safed Sagar dramatizes the lesser-known 1999 Kargil War, focusing on the Indian Air Force’s high-altitude Operation Safed Sagar. The series, starring Jimmy Shergill as Wing Commander B.S. Dhanoa and Siddharth as Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja, was filmed at over 16,000 feet across real IAF bases using actual aircraft. The show’s depiction of the conflict’s strategic challenges and the bravery of the Golden Arrows Squadron has drawn praise for its historical accuracy. Fans of sports dramas will welcome Ted Lasso Season 4, where Jason Sudeikis returns as the titular coach tasked with building AFC Richmond’s first women’s football team, the Lady Greyhounds. The season reunites key characters like Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham), Keeley (Juno Temple), and Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein), while introducing new players and exploring the challenges of fostering a competitive team in a male-dominated sport. The sci-fi adventure The Super Mario Galaxy Movie brings Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach into space to rescue Princess Rosalina from Bowser Jr., blending the iconic Mario universe with cosmic action.#naseeruddin_shah #a_r_rahman #imtiaz_ali #vedang_raina #sharvari
Alpha's Box Office Debut Marks Lowest in YRF Spy Universe The action thriller Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, opened to a net collection of ₹9 crore in India on its first day, marking the weakest debut in the YRF Spy Universe franchise. This figure falls significantly below the opening numbers of previous franchise hits like Pathaan (₹57 crore) and War 2 (₹52 crore). Despite a wide release across 7,534 screens, the film’s overall occupancy rate of approximately 20% suggests a cautious reception from audiences, though it performed better in major cities such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad. The total worldwide gross for the film reached ₹15.80 crore, according to Sacnilk. Critics and audiences reacted to Alpha with mixed opinions, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. While Alia Bhatt’s action sequences and the lead duo’s performances were praised, the film faced criticism for its predictable storyline, reliance on familiar tropes, and uneven pacing. The Indian Express noted the recycled plot elements and lack of originality, while the Hindustan Times described the film as emotionally underwhelming. Mid-Day pointed out tonal inconsistencies and criticized certain dialogues, contrasting with social media reactions that celebrated its visual spectacle. The Times of India also weighed in, emphasizing the divide in audience sentiment. Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha introduces Alia Bhatt as Sita and Sharvari as Durga, twin sisters embroiled in an espionage conflict over a super-soldier serum. The film features Bobby Deol as the antagonist, Anil Kapoor as their father, and Hrithik Roshan in a cameo role as Kabir. The plot blends high-stakes action with family drama, leaving some narrative threads open to suggest potential future installments in the franchise.#anil_kapoor #alia_bhatt #sharvari #yrf_spy_universe #shiv_rawail
Samay Raina lauds Alia Bhatt, Sharvari for being ‘chill, fun’ on India’s Got Latent S2 Standup comedian Samay Raina posted on his Instagram Stories on Sunday night to praise Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari for participating as guest panelists on the premiere episode of his roast show India’s Got Latent season 2. The episode marked the return of the show a year after a major controversy, with the series now streaming on both Raina’s YouTube channel and Netflix India. In his post, Raina expressed gratitude for their presence, calling them “fun and chill” and highlighting their humility. He wrote, “Soooo much love for @aliabhatt and @sharvari for being so chill and fun (red heart emoji). Takes a lots of guts for someone at such heights of the game. Humbled by your humility and learnt so much from you. I was always a fan of your work but now even bigger fan of the people you are (red heart emojis).” Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, who are set to co-star in Shiv Rawail’s spy thriller Alpha, released in cinemas on July 3, appeared on the premiere episode as part of promotional efforts for the film. During the segment, Alia joked about the film, stating, “We’re not here to promote Alpha.” Raina responded by telling her to “remove that cap,” referencing the Alpha-themed cap she wore throughout the episode. The comedian’s roast of the duo included jokes about their films and public appearances. When Alia humorously mentioned regretting her appearance on the show, Raina quipped, “I also regretted watching Jigra,” which drew laughter from Alia. He also mocked her recent appearance at the Cannes Film Festival, where she faced criticism for the cameras not focusing on her during red carpet coverage. Raina remarked, “The camera is focusing on you here,” referencing her Cannes moment.#alia_bhatt #india_s_got_latent #samay_raina #alpha #sharvari
