Looking for fresh movies and web series to binge-watch this weekend? The first weekend of August brings an exciting mix of theatrical blockbusters, direct-to-digital premieres, and gripping series across Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, and English.
Leading the pack this week is Akhil Akkineni’s blockbuster action drama Lenin, Atharvaa’s romantic drama Idhayam Murali, and Netflix’s high-octane Kargil war series Operation Safed Sagar.
Here is your complete guide to the top OTT releases streaming on Zee5, Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and ETV Win this weekend (August 7–9, 2026).
Quick Binge List: What’s Streaming Where
- Lenin – Zee5 (Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam)
- Idhayam Murali – Netflix (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi)
- Operation Safed Sagar – Netflix (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam)
- Oh Sukumari – Prime Video (Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam)
- Uyir – JioHotstar (Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi)
- Main Vaapas Aaunga – Netflix (Hindi)
- Nooru Saami – Zee5 (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam)
- Geetha Sakshiga – ETV Win (Telugu)
- Evil Dead Burn – Prime Video (English – Rent)
Top Big-Ticket Movies & Web Series
1. Lenin (Telugu) – Zee5
- Platform: Zee5
- Languages: Telugu (Original), Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam
- Genre: Action / Rural Drama
Following its successful theatrical run where it emerged as Akhil Akkineni’s career-highest grosser, Lenin has arrived on digital streaming. Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, this intense Rayalaseema-based revenge drama features Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead with music by Thaman S. If you missed its action-packed narrative in theaters, this is your top weekend watch.
2. Idhayam Murali (Tamil) – Netflix
- Platform: Netflix
- Languages: Tamil (Original), Telugu (as Hrudhayam Murali), Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi
- Genre: Coming-of-Age / Romantic Drama
Starring Atharvaa Murali and Preity Mukhundhan, with a delightful special cameo by Fahadh Faasil, Idhayam Murali is a warm, character-driven romantic drama. Directed by debutant Aakash Baskaran, the film follows an introverted young man struggling to express his feelings throughout his life. It is a breezy, emotional watch perfect for family audiences.
3. Operation Safed Sagar: The Untold Story of the Kargil War – Netflix Series
- Platform: Netflix
- Languages: Hindi (Original), Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam
- Genre: Military / Historical Drama
Netflix brings an ambitious web series chronicling the Indian Air Force’s crucial role during the 1999 Kargil War. Featuring high production values and intense aerial combat sequences, Operation Safed Sagar details the tactical maneuvers and bravery of IAF pilots. A must-watch for fans of patriotic and military history dramas.
4. Oh Sukumari (Telugu) – Prime Video
- Platform: Prime Video
- Languages: Telugu (Original), Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam
- Genre: Romantic Comedy
Carrying decent pre-release buzz, Oh Sukumari makes its digital debut on Amazon Prime Video. The film blends light-hearted humor with contemporary relationship dynamics, making it an easy, relaxing option for weekend viewing with friends and family.
5. Main Vaapas Aaunga (Hindi) – Netflix
- Platform: Netflix
- Languages: Hindi
- Genre: Crime Thriller
Directed by Imtiaz Ali, Main Vaapas Aaunga is a deeply moving story of love, longing, and belonging rooted in the tragedy of the 1947 Partition. Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari, and Vedang Raina, the film centers on a dementia-stricken grandfather whose fading mind remains anchored to a tragic, unfinished romance across the border. As his grandson pieces together these fractured memories, the film examines the emotional ties to home, exploring how the unhealed wounds of the past shape our identity and how love sustains the human spirit across generations. It is a poetic, heartbreaking masterpiece that demands your attention this weekend.
Regional Favorites & Festival Gems
6. Uyir (Malayalam) – JioHotstar
- Platform: JioHotstar
- Languages: Malayalam (Original), Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi
- Genre: Survival / Human Drama
Malayalam cinema continues its streak of realistic storytelling with Uyir. Exploring human resilience in the face of adversity, this emotional drama carries strong critical acclaim and is available in multiple dubbed languages for pan-Indian viewers.
7. Nooru Saami (Tamil) – Zee5
- Platform: Zee5
- Languages: Tamil (Original), Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam
- Genre: Village Drama / Mystery
Nooru Saami offers a rooted, rustic narrative set in rural Tamil Nadu, revolving around local beliefs, family honor, and community dynamics. It is a solid pick if you enjoy grounded, performance-oriented South Indian cinema.
8. Geetha Sakshiga (Telugu) – ETV Win
- Platform: ETV Win
- Languages: Telugu
- Genre: Legal Drama
ETV Win continues to expand its Telugu library with Geetha Sakshiga, an intense courtroom and social drama centering on legal battles and justice.
Hollywood Pick
9. Evil Dead Burn (English) – Prime Video (Store / Rent)
- Platform: Prime Video (Rent)
- Languages: English
- Genre: Horror / Gore
For horror aficionados, the latest installment in the iconic horror franchise is now available on store rental. Expect relentless tension, visceral practical effects, and classic Deadite mayhem.
Which OTT Release Are You Watching First?
Whether you’re catching up on Akhil’s high-octane action in Lenin or diving into the military strategy of Operation Safed Sagar, there’s plenty of fresh content to stream. Let us know what’s at the top of your watchlist!
