As January 2026 draws to a close, Indian streaming platforms are delivering a fresh wave of captivating movies and web series, catering to diverse tastes across Hindi, Telugu, and other regional languages. From high-octane thrillers to gripping dramas, the latest releases promise ample entertainment for your weekend binge-watching.
Leading the charge this week is Netflix's much-anticipated Hindi crime thriller series, **'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web,'** which made its debut on January 14, 2026. Created by the acclaimed Neeraj Pandey, known for his masterful thrillers, the series plunges viewers into the high-stakes world of the Indian Customs Service at Mumbai International Airport. Emraan Hashmi stars as Superintendent Arjun Meena, an uncompromising officer who leads an elite team tasked with dismantling a sophisticated international smuggling syndicate. Sharad Kelkar plays the formidable smuggling kingpin, Bada Chaudhary, adding layers of suspense and intense rivalries. With its compelling storyline and strong performances, 'Taskaree' is poised to be a major draw for fans of the genre.
Amazon Prime Video also stepped up its game with the release of **'120 Bahadur'** on January 16, 2026. This Indian military action film is a powerful tribute to the extraordinary bravery displayed during the Battle of Rezang La in 1962. Starring Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, the movie chronicles the legendary "last stand" of 120 Indian soldiers who fought against overwhelming odds. The film, a post-theatrical release, highlights themes of courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood, offering a poignant cinematic experience.
For Telugu cinema enthusiasts, a significant theatrical hit has made its way to streaming. Nandamuri Balakrishna's action drama **'Akhanda 2,'** which garnered attention in theaters, began streaming on Netflix from January 9, 2026. Available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi, this film brings high-octane action and drama directly to your screens.
Adding to the regional content slate, ZEE5 is gearing up for the release of the intriguing Telugu web series **'ATM'** on January 20, 2026. While specific plot details are still emerging, the arrival of a new Telugu original series is always a welcome development for regional content connoisseurs. ZEE5 also recently premiered **'Gurram Paapi Reddy,'** a Telugu dark comedy, on January 16, 2026. The movie follows a mysterious fraudster who hires three individuals to exchange a corpse, leading to unexpected twists and turns.
Other notable mentions include the Hindi adult comedy **'Mastiii 4,'** which also arrived on ZEE5 on January 16, 2026, continuing its popular franchise with a blend of slapstick humor. SonyLIV is streaming the second season of the historical drama **'Freedom at Midnight'** since January 9, 2026, and the Malayalam crime thriller **'Kalamkaval'** is also set to release on the platform in January.
With this robust lineup, viewers have a plethora of options, ranging from intense thrillers and action-packed sagas to regional dramas and comedies, ensuring there's something new to discover and enjoy across India's leading OTT platforms this week and into early February.
