Six new movies and shows arrive on OTT platforms on Friday, September 25, 2026, across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5. This week’s biggest releases include Hunkkaar: The Roar, a crime drama starring Aneet Padda and Fatima Sana Shaikh; Don’t Be Shy, an Alia Bhatt-produced romantic comedy led by Aarushi Bajaj; and Mango Pachcha, a Kannada crime drama featuring Sanchith Sanjeev.
Netflix adds two titles, Unabomber and The Final Problem, while ZEE5 brings back its family series Bakaiti for a second season. Here is the complete list with platforms, cast and plot details.
New OTT Releases This Friday: Quick List
| Title | Platform | Genre | Cast / Crew |
| Don’t Be Shy | Amazon Prime Video | Coming-of-age romantic comedy | Aarushi Bajaj (produced by Alia Bhatt) |
| Bakaiti Season 2 | ZEE5 | Family drama | Rajesh Tailang |
| Hunkkaar: The Roar | JioHotstar | Crime drama | Aneet Padda, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Raghubir Yadav |
| Unabomber | Netflix | Crime drama based on the Ted Kaczynski story | Jacob Tremblay, Russell Crowe, Shailene Woodley |
| Mango Pachcha | JioHotstar | Kannada action crime drama | Sanchith Sanjeev (written and directed by Viveka) |
| The Final Problem | Netflix | Mystery mini-series | José Coronado |
Full List of OTT Releases on September 25, 2026
1. Don’t Be Shy – Amazon Prime Video
Platform: Amazon Prime Video | Genre: Coming-of-age romantic comedy | Cast: Aarushi Bajaj (produced by Alia Bhatt)
Don’t Be Shy is a coming-of-age romantic comedy produced by Alia Bhatt. It follows Shy (Aarushi Bajaj), a college student whose carefully planned future takes an unexpected turn after a breakup.
As she deals with heartbreak and makes new friends, Shy sets out on a journey of self-discovery and faces the messy realities of growing up.
2. Bakaiti Season 2 – ZEE5
Platform: ZEE5 | Genre: Family drama | Cast: Rajesh Tailang
In Bakaiti Season 2, the Kataria family returns to face a new crisis, this time over the future of their ancestral home, Kataria Kutir. With Ajay, Alka and Aman moving back in, both families must share the same roof, which sparks a fresh round of chaotic clashes.
As Sanjay (Rajesh Tailang) tries to hold everyone together, property disputes, money troubles and clashing personalities make it hard to keep the peace.
3. Hunkkaar: The Roar – JioHotstar
Platform: JioHotstar | Genre: Crime drama | Cast: Aneet Padda, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Raghubir Yadav
Hunkkaar: The Roar is an intense crime drama. When 17-year-old Meenu Rawat (Aneet Padda) accuses a powerful cult leader (Raghubir Yadav) of sexual assault, her complaint quickly comes under public scrutiny.
As the case draws widespread attention, ACP Jasleen Singh Soni (Fatima Sana Shaikh) takes charge of the investigation. Meanwhile, Meenu fights a difficult battle over power, truth and public perception.
4. Unabomber – Netflix
Platform: Netflix | Genre: Crime drama based on the Ted Kaczynski story | Cast: Jacob Tremblay, Russell Crowe, Shailene Woodley
Told across two timelines, Unabomber explores the story of Ted Kaczynski (Jacob Tremblay). It begins with his time as a 16-year-old Harvard student involved in controversial psychological experiments run by Henry Murray (Russell Crowe).
Years later, fictional FBI agent Joanne Miller (Shailene Woodley) joins the investigation and the hunt for Kaczynski.
5. Mango Pachcha – JioHotstar
Platform: JioHotstar | Genre: Kannada action crime drama | Cast: Sanchith Sanjeev (written and directed by Viveka)
Mango Pachcha is an action-packed Kannada crime drama written and directed by Viveka. It centres on Prashanth, also known as Pachcha (Sanchith Sanjeev), who runs a video rental shop in Mysuru.
After his father’s death, Pachcha discovers his hidden marijuana-smuggling business. He is drawn into the world of organised crime, and his ambitions lead him down a dangerous path.
6. The Final Problem – Netflix
Platform: Netflix | Genre: Mystery mini-series | Cast: José Coronado
Set in 1959, The Final Problem follows Basil (José Coronado), a once-famous actor celebrated for playing Sherlock Holmes. When a mysterious death takes place at a secluded hotel, Basil puts his detective skills to the test to uncover the truth among a group of suspicious guests.
The mini-series is adapted from Arturo Pérez-Reverte’s novel.
OTT Releases by Platform
Netflix
- Unabomber
- The Final Problem
JioHotstar
- Hunkkaar: The Roar
- Mango Pachcha
Amazon Prime Video
- Don’t Be Shy
ZEE5
- Bakaiti Season 2
What to Watch This Weekend
This week’s lineup offers something for every viewer. Crime and thriller fans can choose from Hunkkaar: The Roar, Unabomber and Mango Pachcha, while The Final Problem suits those who enjoy a classic period mystery. For lighter viewing, Don’t Be Shy and Bakaiti Season 2 bring romance, comedy and family drama to round out the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the new OTT releases on Friday, September 25, 2026?
The new OTT releases on September 25, 2026, are Don’t Be Shy (Prime Video), Bakaiti Season 2 (ZEE5), Hunkkaar: The Roar (JioHotstar), Unabomber (Netflix), Mango Pachcha (JioHotstar) and The Final Problem (Netflix).
Where can I watch Hunkkaar: The Roar?
Hunkkaar: The Roar, starring Aneet Padda and Fatima Sana Shaikh, is streaming on JioHotstar.
Which new titles are releasing on Netflix this week?
Netflix is releasing Unabomber, starring Jacob Tremblay, Russell Crowe and Shailene Woodley, and The Final Problem, a mystery mini-series starring José Coronado.
Who produced Don’t Be Shy and where can I watch it?
Don’t Be Shy is produced by Alia Bhatt and stars Aarushi Bajaj. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Is Mango Pachcha a Kannada film?
Yes. Mango Pachcha is a Kannada crime drama written and directed by Viveka, starring Sanchith Sanjeev. It is streaming on JioHotstar.
What is Bakaiti Season 2 about?
Bakaiti Season 2 on ZEE5 follows the Kataria family as they face a crisis over their ancestral home, Kataria Kutir, with Rajesh Tailang returning as Sanjay.
