Theatrical and OTT Releases Set for Second Week of October 2025
The week of October 6 to October 12, 2025, is shaping up to be a varied one for film and streaming audiences, with a blend of Hollywood blockbusters, regional Indian cinema, and several new OTT originals debuting across platforms.
Theatrical Releases
Hitting theatres on October 10, Hollywood takes the lead with four notable titles. Dwayne Johnson’s long-delayed The Smashing Machine finally lands in cinemas, alongside Tron: Ares, a highly anticipated sci-fi sequel from Disney. Also releasing are Good Boy, a psychological thriller, and Caught Stealing, a gritty crime drama.
Bollywood’s major studios are notably quiet this week, with no prime releases scheduled. However, non-prime Hindi titles offer a diverse slate — including Vampires Saga, Lord Curzon Ki Haveli, Controll, Khel Passport Ka, and Saira Khan Case — catering to audiences looking for offbeat or independent fare.
Regional cinema continues to thrive, with new films across several Indian languages. The Telugu industry leads with seven titles, including Erracheera, Sasivadane, and Prematho Deyyam, among others. Tamil cinema contributes with Marutham, Irudhi Muyarchi, and Vattakhanal, while Marathi audiences get Sakaal Tar Hou Dya and Mana Che Shlok. Kannada viewers can look forward to Room No. 111, and Malayalam releases include Nellikkampoyil Night Riders and The Pet Detective.
OTT Premieres
On the streaming front, Netflix dominates the week with an extensive lineup of series and films. Highlights include True Haunting (October 7), Is It Cake? Halloween and Néro the Assassin (October 8), and Victoria Beckham (October 9). The platform also premieres Kurukshetra – The War of Mahabharata (October 10), a Hindi-language mythological series expected to draw wide attention.
Netflix’s film slate is equally strong, with Matt McCusker – A Humble Offering (October 7), Caramelo (October 8), and The Woman in Cabin 10 (October 9). The week closes with Swim to Me (Spanish) and My Father, the BTK Killer, a true-crime documentary, both releasing on October 10.
Other OTT highlights include Search – The Naina Murder Case (JioStar, October 10) and The Last Frontier (AppleTV+, October 10). Lionsgate Play adds two theatrical-to-digital titles: Legally Veer (Telugu) and Into the Deep (English), both arriving on October 10.
With Hollywood action, regional dramas, and binge-worthy OTT debuts, the second week of October 2025 promises something for every viewer, from multiplex regulars to streaming devotees. As audiences gear up for an exciting blend of global blockbusters and regional gems, the theatrical and OTT releases set for the second week of October 2025 promise to deliver a rich mix of stories that cater to every taste and screen.
