This week is brewing romantic thrillers and spine-chilling horror releases for you. Grab your snacks and get ready to escape to the world of entertainment. Check out the latest OTT movies and shows releasing this week (May 5-11, 2025) on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, and more.

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Romance/Drama/Suspense

1. The Royals

Get ready for a desi dramedy as The Royals is set to premiere on OTT in May 2025. With equal parts sass and sparkle, the web series depicts a chaotic ‘situationship’ between Morpur’s Prince, Aviraaj Singh, and a startup CEO, Sophia Kanmani Shekhar. What initially starts as a business agreement and infatuation quickly spirals into ego battles and unexpected romance. The Royals boasts a star-studded cast including Zeenat Aman, Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar, Sumukhi Suresh, Lisa Mishra, Sakshi Tanwar and Nora Fatehi.

When to watch: May 9

Where to watch: Netflix

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2. Bad Influence

This Spanish thriller tracks the life of an ex-convict hired to protect the daughter of an influential family from a stalker. However, as the line between duty and desire blurs, the two feel attracted to each other. The drama is loaded with romance, thrills, and suspense. If you’re in the mood for a slow-burn thriller with a romantic twist, Bad Influence will be the perfect watch for you this week. The movie casts Alberto Olmo, Eléa Rochera, Mirela Balic, Enrique Arce, Mar Isern and Farid Bechara among other notable names.

When to watch: May 9

Where to watch: Netflix

Drama

1. Gram Chikitsalay

From the creators of Panchayat, another rural comedy is ruling our watchlist of OTT releases from May 5-11, 2025. The series follows Dr Prabhat’s experience in a village where patients are scarce and medical supplies scarcer. To top the chaos, the villagers don’t trust the new doctor enough to get treatment from him. Will Dr Prabhat succeed in convincing them of his skills? Gram Chikitsalay stars Amol Parashar and Vinay Pathak in the lead alongside Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Akash Makhija, and Garima Vikrant Singh.

When to watch: May 9

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

2. The Diplomat

Based on a true story, The Diplomat depicts the 2017 case of Uzma Ahmed, an Indian woman stuck at the India-Pakistan border. Tahir, a Pakistani man, forces her into marriage at gunpoint to take her to his home country. Starring John Abraham as JP Singh, the movie highlights his bravery as an Indian diplomat assigned to rescue Uzma. The film also features Sadia Khateeb, Sharib Hashmi, Kumud Mishra, Jagjeet Sandhu, Ashwath Bhatt, and Vidhatri Bandi in supporting roles.

When to watch: May 9

Where to watch: Netflix

Horror

1. Nosferatu

Directed by Robert Eggers, Nosferatu is a gothic horror set in the fictional Hanseatic town of Wisburg, Germany, in the 1830s. The movie follows Thomas Hutter’s journey to Transylvania for a business meeting with Count Orlok. Hutter, who recently married Ellen, leaves her under the care of their friends. However, things turn ugly as she doesn’t handle his absence well. Plagued by horrific visions, an evil force threatens to ruin her life.

When to watch: May 10

Where to watch: JioHotstar

Crime Documentary

1. A Deadly American Marriage

If true-crime documentaries are your thing, A Deadly American Marriage deserves to be on your watchlist. It delves into the 2015 murder of Irishman Jason Corbett. The film portrays a series of investigations held to solve the murder mystery. Through exclusive interviews with Jason’s wife, Molly Martens and her family, along with Corbett’s children and other key figures, the film uncovers the true story behind Jason’s killing.

When to watch: May 9

Where to watch: Netflix

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