What to watch this weekend: OTT & theatrical releases from 'Squid Game 2' to 'Panchayat S4' & more

Here’s your weekend watchlist – movies and shows that are making waves, now streaming or playing near you.

Published: Friday,Jun 27, 2025 12:53 PM GMT-06:00

Divya Shah

Panchayat Season 4 (Amazon Prime Video)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHMEtNAZTP4

The heart of rural India beats louder as Panchayat returns with its fourth season. The much-loved show picks up during the heat of the panchayat elections, and the Phulera village is buzzing with tension. On one side, Pradhan Ji and his loyal crew. On the other, Bhushan’s ever-growing ambitions. At the centre of it all is Abhishek Tripathi, the young outsider turned reluctant insider. Panchayat 4 is comfort food for the soul and the brain alike.

F1: The Movie (In Theatres)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yh9BPUBbbQ

Adrenaline junkies and racing fans, this one’s your pole position pick. F1 stars Brad Pitt as a former Formula One driver mentoring a new team, shot with real race sequences during the 2023 and 2024 F1 seasons. Directed by Top Gun: Maverick filmmaker Joseph Kosinski, the film delivers roaring engines, high-speed drama, and intense rivalries. With cameos from real F1 figures and jaw-dropping race cinematography, it blurs the lines between fiction and reality offering a once-in-a-lifetime big screen experience.

Maa (In Theatres)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVvMbXiJjko&t=12s

Brace yourself for chills and chaos as Maa, a supernatural horror-thriller, hits the big screens. Featuring Kajol in her horror debut, the film tells the story of a mother’s relentless fight against demonic forces threatening her child. Set in the mystical corners of Indian mythology, Maa doesn’t just rely on jump scares. It weaves in a strong emotional core with visual storytelling and spine-tingling moments. If you’re looking for something atmospheric, emotional, and eerie, this one is for you.

Mistry (Jio Hotstar)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnF1hTlCag0

India’s own version of Monk, Mistry introduces us to Armaan Mistry, an ex-cop with extraordinary crime-solving skills and crippling OCD. Ram Kapoor plays the lead with both gravity and quirk, making the character endearing and sharp. Mona Singh adds strength to the ensemble as a no-nonsense police officer. The show masterfully balances humour, emotional layers, and intriguing mysteries. If you love detective dramas with a touch of heart and humour, this one is definitely worth a binge.

Raid 2 (Netflix)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCObs0_MszA

Ajay Devgn returns as IRS officer Amay Patnaik in the high-stakes sequel to the 2018 hit Raid. Set seven years after the first film, Raid 2 follows Patnaik as he uncovers another massive financial scandal. This time, he's up against a different kind of enemy, with Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor joining the fray. While the film had a mixed critical reception, it performed exceptionally well at the box office. If you enjoy grounded thrillers, white-collar crime, and cat-and-mouse chases, this one delivers.

Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLPwT05kYjw

The global sensation is back with its third and final season, and it's more ruthless than ever. Squid Game 3 takes the danger and mind games to a whole new level. Seong Gi-hun is determined to uncover the dark secrets behind the deadly competition. Meanwhile, his adversaries grow, betrayals deepen, and a shocking traitor changes everything. With higher stakes, twisted games, and an even deeper emotional core, this season promises an unforgettable ending to one of the most gripping survival thrillers of our time.

The Brutalist (JioHotstar)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdRXPAHIEW4

Art house lovers, here’s your treat. The Brutalist, directed by Brady Corbet, tells the story of a postwar European architect, played by Adrien Brody, who migrates to the U.S. to rebuild both his life and career. The film explores themes of identity, ambition, and power, as he clashes with a wealthy industrialist (Guy Pearce). With a melancholic tone, striking visuals, and Brody’s award-winning performance, this is not your typical weekend flick, it’s one to reflect on, long after the credits roll.

From intense political dramas and adrenaline-charged races to emotionally rich horror and character-driven mysteries, this weekend’s lineup is as diverse as it gets. Whether you're staying in with family, planning a solo binge, or heading to theatres for a cinematic escape, these titles promise something meaningful or thrilling, or both. So grab your popcorn, pick your genre, and let the stories unfold.