OTT Releases This Week (Dec 31 – Jan 6): New Movies & Shows to Watch in 2026

The New Year week of 2026 brings one of the most exciting OTT line-ups yet, with global finales, high-profile premieres, regional hits, and gripping real-life dramas. From the explosive conclusion of Stranger Things Season 5 , My Korean Boyfriend to courtroom intensity, romance, sci-fi, and reality shows, platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, and ETV Win are packed with must-watch content. Here’s a complete FAQs-style guide to all major OTT releases between December 31 and January 6.

What is the biggest OTT release this New Year week?

Stranger Things Season 5 – Final Episode is the most awaited release. Streaming on Netflix from January 1, 2026, the finale runs for over 2 hours and brings the iconic sci-fi series to an emotional and action-packed conclusion.

Which courtroom drama is releasing this week?

Haq, starring Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi, premieres on Netflix on January 2, 2026. The film is inspired by the landmark Shah Bano case and explores women’s rights, constitutional law, and personal freedom.

Is there a Malayalam thriller releasing on OTT?

Yes. Ekō premieres on Netflix on December 31, 2025. Set in the misty hills of Kaattukunnu, it is a slow-burn mystery involving a fugitive, hidden secrets, and psychological tension.

Which reality or docu-series is releasing on Netflix?

My Korean Boyfriend debuts on January 1, 2026. The docu-reality series follows five Brazilian women traveling to South Korea to meet their long-distance Korean partners, exploring cultural clashes and relationship realities.

What regional Telugu release is available this week?

Mowgli 2025 streams on ETV Win from January 1, 2026. The film blends romance and survival drama as a hunted couple retreats into the forest to escape a corrupt police officer.

Is there any biographical drama releasing this week?

The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as MMA legend Mark Kerr, releases on January 2, 2026. The biopic explores fame, addiction, and emotional struggles and is available via BookMyShow rentals.

Which popular series continues on Amazon Prime Video?

Fallout Season 2 Episode 3 drops on December 31, 2025, at 1:30 PM IST. Titled “The Vault-Tec Way,” the episode intensifies power struggles and deepens the mystery behind the apocalypse.

Are there new Telugu or Tamil romance titles?

Beauty (Telugu) premieres on ZEE5 on January 2, 2026, mixing romance with suspense.
Love Beyond Wicket (Tamil) releases on JioHotstar on January 1, 2026, telling an emotional cricket-based redemption story.

Which international mystery series is releasing this week?

Run Away, based on a Harlan Coben novel, premieres on Netflix on January 1, 2026. The series follows a father’s desperate search for his missing daughter, uncovering dark family secrets.

Any workplace romance series to watch?

Love from 9 to 5, originally titled Amor de oficina, releases on Netflix on January 1, 2026. The series revolves around corporate rivals whose professional competition clashes with unexpected romance.

What is Athi Bheekara Kaamukan about?

Athi Bheekara Kaamukan is a Malayalam romantic comedy-drama streaming on Amazon Prime Video. It humorously yet thoughtfully explores love turning into unhealthy possessiveness.

Conclusion

This New Year week delivers a powerful mix of finales, fresh premieres, regional cinema, and international storytelling. Whether you’re binge-watching iconic series endings, diving into intense dramas, or relaxing with romance and comedy, OTT platforms have something for everyone as 2026 begins.

OTT Releases Overview (Dec 31 – Jan 6)

With such a diverse slate, the first week of 2026 is perfect for starting the year with unforgettable stories and binge-worthy entertainment.