It is Monday, the start of the week, and once again people are asking, "What are you most looking forward to?" Some say finishing an exciting project, others talk about a special outing they have planned. But if you enjoy great movies and shows, your answer will be the new releases on OTT screens this week. This week presents a packed OTT slate, with new dramas, thrillers and comedies rolling out across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5, plus one big cinema release. From the second season of a popular show to Florence Pugh leading a literary drama, there's plenty to occupy your time. Here are the 6 exciting new OTT releases this week (September 28 to October 4) including Dupahiya, Pooja Meri Jaan, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, Medusa, Season 2 and more.
This week's OTT slate includes thrillers, comedies, and family drama. The list features Medusa season 2, a popular novel adaptation East of Eden, village comedy Dupahiya and the court drama ZEE5's Pooja Meri Jaan.
1. Medusa, Season 2
Platform: Netflix
Release date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Barbara Hidalgo faces another conspiracy while confronting threats from within her own family. The series follows a resourceful woman who relies on her intelligence and quick thinking to protect her status.
2. East of Eden
Platform: Netflix
Release date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Based on John Steinbeck's renowned novel, this series stars Florence Pugh as the willful Cathy Ames, whose influence ripples across the Trask family for generations. Cathy's independent nature drives a wedge between two brothers, with consequences that affect their families for years to come.
3. Dupahiya, Season 2
Platform: Prime Video
Release date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
The popular comedy returns with another season of village chaos. This time, a mobile tower installed on Banwari's barren land in Dhadakpur is blamed for everything from typhoid to tsunamis. The season also features a female influencer and Roshni's SSC examination, promising plenty of funny situations and laugh-out-loud moments.
4. Pooja Meri Jaan
Platform: ZEE5
Release date: Friday, October 2, 2026
This legal thriller follows a young woman who becomes the target of an admirer's dangerous obsession, with serious consequences. Facing accusations and societal judgment, she must defend her innocence.
5. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit
Platform: JioHotstar
Release date: Friday, October 2, 2026
This Malayalam romantic comedy showcases the daily lives of a small community in Kerala. The families are a joy to watch, bringing warmth and highlighting the beauty of community.
6. Red Queen, Season 2
Platform: Prime Video
Release date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Antonia Scott takes on another dangerous investigation, traveling to Spain's Costa del Sol to uncover the truth about a disappearance.
Whether you prefer thrillers, comedies, or family dramas, the OTT releases this week offer plenty of options. From the consequences of dangerous obsession to a family fighting to protect its secrets, there is something for every taste.