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From Gaslight to Murder Mystery 2: Films to watch on OTT this weekend

Here is a list of the latest releases of sitcoms and films on OTT platforms for you to binge-watch

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3 years ago

April 1, 2023

Weekends are synonymous with binge-watching films and series on OTT platforms. With each week, comes a myriad shows and films which might confuse cinema buffs.

If you need an unwinding session as the new month of April begins, here is a list of the latest releases on OTT platforms that you can binge-watch with your pyjamas on and take that much-needed break.

Gaslight

A mystery-thriller film, Gaslight stars Sara Ali Khan, Chitrangada Singh and Vikrant Massey. It follows the story of a paraplegic girl who returns to her royal family palace in Mayagrah after 15 years, after being invited by her estranged father. On reaching the estate, she finds her father is missing which makes her suspicious and she decides to uncover the secrets. Helmed by Pavan Kirpalani, the film was released on March 31 on Disney+Hotstar.

Shehzada

Starring Kartik Aaryan (as Bantu) and Kriti Sanon, Shehzaada is a comedy-drama about a life-altering event for Bantu. Bantu is disliked and ignored by his father since he was a toddler. After growing up, he finds out that he was switched at birth with a millionaire’s son, and his real parents are the wealthy and famous Jindals. Bantu decides to protect them against any harm that comes their way to prove to be the true Shehzada. Directed by Rohit Dhawan, the film is streaming on Netflix from April 1.

Murder Mystery 2

Murder Mystery 2 is a sequel to the very popular comedy mystery film of 2019, Murder Mystery, starring Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston as a couple Nick and Audrey Spitz, respectively. The couple has just launched their detective agency and find themselves in the middle of an uncalled case of abduction, when their friend Maharajah is abducted from his wedding on a private island. The film follows how the Spitz goes to Paris with ransom to bring Maharajah back. The film released on Netflix on March 31.

Almost Pyaar With DJ Mohabbat

Written and directed by Anurag Kashyap, this film is a musical romantic drama starring debutante Karan Mehta and Alaya F, both playing double roles. The film made its world premiere at the 2022 Marrakech Film Festival. The plot is about two incomplete love stories set in parallel universes, which face cast and class discrimination. It also has a special appearance by Vicky Kaushal. Almost Pyaar is now premiering on Netflix.

Ayothi

R. Manthira Moorthy makes his directorial debut with this Tamil action drama. Ayothi is based on a real story, showing human values and emotions through a family. The eldest male of the family is a patriarch and misbehaves with his wife. On a Deepavali night, the family visits Rameswaram where the mother dies after meeting with an accident. As the family faces this tragedy, they receive help from Sasikumar, a stranger, who turns every stone to help them. The film released on ZEE5 on March 31 and features Sasikumar and Preethi Asrani in titular roles.

United Kacche

Sunil Grover is back with his unmatched comic timing in this fun drama. The series tells the story of Tango (Sunil Grover), who had to mortgage his ancestral property in Punjab to fulfil his dream of shifting to England. He becomes an illegal immigrant, known as Kaccha, and faces the hardships of trying to make it in a new world. The story follows his story of finding love in a foreign land and avoiding deportation for as long as he can. The series is streaming on ZEE5 starting March 31.

The Power

Based on a New York Times bestseller written by Naomi Alderman, The Power is a thrilling science fiction drama following the stories of some teenage girls who get the ability to release electric jolts from the tip of their fingers. This power becomes unstoppable and starts spreading to all the women of the world, causing disturbances that need to be rectified soon. The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video from March 31.

Pathaan

Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in the lead roles, Pathaan became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of all time. The film was released on Amazon Prime Video on March 22 and is still being loved by fans. It follows the story of a RAW agent who needs to fight his past and stop a terrorist, essayed by John Abraham, trying to harm the country. The film is available in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

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Border 2 box office collection day 12 crosses Rs 286 crore, eyes Rs 300 crore milestone

Border 2 box office collection reaches Rs 286.75 crore after 12 days, putting the Sunny Deol-led film close to the Rs 300 crore milestone.

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20 hours ago

February 4, 2026

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Sunny Deol’s Border 2 continues its impressive run at the domestic box office, edging closer to the Rs 300 crore mark by the end of its second week. The war drama, which hit theatres on January 23, has shown consistent collections since its release.

On its second Tuesday, the film earned an estimated Rs 5.75 crore, taking its total earnings to Rs 286.75 crore after 12 days.

Border 2 box office performance so far

The film matched its Monday earnings on February 3, adding Rs 5.75 crore to its tally. With this, Border 2 has managed to hold firm on weekdays, a sign of sustained audience interest.

The film delivered a robust opening week, collecting Rs 224.25 crore, supported by the extended Republic Day holiday period.

Second weekend boosts collections

The second weekend provided another lift to the film’s box office numbers. Friday saw collections of Rs 10.75 crore, followed by Rs 17.75 crore on Saturday. Sunday emerged as the strongest day of the weekend, contributing Rs 22.5 crore to the total.

Monday, which coincided with Republic Day, turned out to be the film’s highest single-day performer so far, with earnings touching Rs 59 crore.

With its current pace, Border 2 has already surpassed the opening weekend figures of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar.

Border 2 review

In a review, film critic Saibal Chatterjee noted that Border 2 succeeds in highlighting the courage of soldiers while also touching upon their emotional vulnerabilities. The film explores themes of separation, loss, fear, and hope, presenting moments of heroism amid personal struggles.

About the film

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 features an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty. Set against the backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan war, the film is positioned as a spiritual successor to the 1997 classic Border.

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Why Dhurandhar on Netflix runs shorter than its original theatrical cut

Dhurandhar’s Netflix release sparked confusion over its shorter runtime. The difference is linked to muted dialogue and an updated theatrical cut.

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6 days ago

January 30, 2026

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Dhurandhar has finally made its much-awaited debut on Netflix, just days after the Ranveer Singh-starrer completed a blockbuster theatrical run across India. While the film crossed Rs 1,000 crore domestically and went past Rs 1,300 crore worldwide, its OTT release has triggered confusion and criticism over its shorter runtime.

Several viewers took to social media early Friday, claiming that a “censored” version of Dhurandhar was streaming on Netflix. The runtime displayed on the platform is 3 hours and 25 minutes, nearly nine minutes shorter than the film’s originally reported duration of 3 hours and 34 minutes.

What caused the runtime difference

The confusion stems from changes made after the film’s initial theatrical release. According to the revised censor certificate, Dhurandhar now has an approved runtime of 3 hours 28 minutes and 56 seconds. This updated version replaced the earlier cut in cinemas starting January 1.

The revision followed directions to mute two specific words and one dialogue referring to the Baloch community. These changes were implemented without removing scenes, resulting in a marginally shorter runtime.

What viewers noticed on Netflix

Audiences streaming the film on Netflix observed muted portions during a scene involving Sanjay Dutt’s character, SP Chaudhary Aslam. In the original version, the dialogue included a direct reference to a former Baloch police partner. In the revised cut now available on Netflix, those references are muted, while English subtitles offer a generalised translation without naming the community.

Some viewers also pointed out that the film appears to play slightly faster on the platform, contributing to the perception that content had been trimmed.

Is Netflix streaming a censored cut

Industry insiders have clarified that Netflix is carrying the final theatrical version approved by the authorities. As an OTT distributor, the platform uploads films exactly as provided by the producers. The version streaming online is the same revised cut that has been screening in theatres since January.

Importantly, the film’s intense and graphic depiction of violence remains unchanged in the OTT version.

In short, Dhurandhar on Netflix is not a specially edited or censored cut for streaming. It is the updated theatrical version, adjusted for muted dialogue and presented with a slightly faster frame rate.

Following its OTT release, audiences can now look ahead to the sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, scheduled for release on March 19, 2026.

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Border 2 box office collection day 1 crosses Rs 30 crore

Border 2 opens to Rs 30 crore on day one, becoming the biggest opener for Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh.

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2 weeks ago

January 24, 2026

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Border 2 has made an impressive start at the Indian box office, collecting Rs 30 crore on its opening day. The war drama, headlined by Sunny Deol along with Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh, opened to largely positive audience and critical response.

According to industry tracking data, the film recorded an overall occupancy of 32.1 per cent on day one. Night shows contributed the highest footfall, indicating strong word-of-mouth towards the end of the day.

Strong show count and urban traction

Border 2 was screened in nearly 6,000 shows across the country on its opening day. Major centres reported heavy traction, with over 1,000 shows in Mumbai and more than 1,500 shows across the Delhi-NCR region. Trade sources noted that urban circuits played a key role in pushing the film past the Rs 30 crore mark.

The opening performance places Border 2 ahead of Dhurandhar, which collected Rs 28 crore on its first day despite having a similar nationwide show count. Dhurandhar later saw consistent growth over its opening weekend, a trend that Border 2 is also expected to follow.

Career-best opening for key cast members

Border 2 has emerged as the biggest opening-day film in the careers of Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh. For Varun Dhawan, the film marks his first box office success since Bhediya in 2023. Ahan Shetty, who made his debut with Tadap in 2021, has registered his first theatrical hit with the war drama.

For Sunny Deol, however, Border 2 does not surpass the opening records of Gadar 2, which remains his highest-grossing film with a worldwide collection of Rs 686 crore.

Dhurandhar sees slowdown after Border 2 release

Meanwhile, Dhurandhar’s box office run has slowed following the release of Border 2. The film reportedly earned under Rs 1 crore for the first time in nearly 50 days, reflecting the impact of the new release.

Directed by Anurag Singh and produced by JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta, Border 2 also features Sonam Bajwa and Mona Singh in prominent roles.