Top OTT Releases in August 2023

August 2023 has arrived with a bang for all streaming aficionados! With a medley of captivating stories, from thrilling space adventures to heart-racing heists, the OTT platforms are set to deliver one of their most remarkable months yet. Hollywood meets Bollywood, classic franchises return, and new tales arise that promise to leave a lasting impact. Without further ado, here are the eight top OTT releases for this action-packed month.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 (Disney+Hotstar - Aug 2, 2023)

Launching in theaters on May 5, 2023, and soon on Disney Plus Hotstar by August 2, the third installment of the beloved franchise finds our heroes at their new Knowhere base. Their peace is shattered by Adam, a sovereign warrior birthed by priestess Ayesha. Directed by James Gunn and produced by Kevin Feige, this volume boasts a starry ensemble: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper, Sylvester Stallone, and many more.

Choona (Netflix - Aug 3, 2023)

Set for a grand debut on Netflix on August 3, 2023, "Choona" weaves a tale of an eclectic group of misfits plotting revenge against a ruthless politician. Crafted in the Hindi language, this original heist comedy drama is the brainchild of Pushpendra Nath Misra, who wears multiple hats as the writer, producer, and director. The series showcases a brilliant ensemble cast including Jimmy Shergill, Arshad Warsi, Namit Das, and more.

The Jengaburu Curse (SonyLIV - Aug 9, 2023)

Launching on August 9 on Sony LIV, this groundbreaking cli-fi series is directed by Nila Madhab Panda and penned by Mayank Tewari. Featuring Faria Abdullah, Nasser, and Makarand Deshpande, the story follows Priya's return to Odisha, seeking her missing activist father. As she dives into the heart of Jengaburu's mining controversies, Priya unveils an international web of deceit, rooted in resource exploitation. A gripping tale of environmental intrigue.