- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:20 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Most-awaited OTT and theatrical releases: December is shaping up to be an exciting month for fans of over-the-top (OTT) content. With a plethora of highly anticipated movies and web series set to release on popular platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+Hotstar and JioCinema, among others, viewers are in for a treat. The upcoming releases ensure that there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're a fan of drama, comedy, action or romance, the December OTT lineup has got you covered.
Jigra will make its digital debut on December 6. The movie stars Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina in lead roles. Jigra was theatrically released worldwide on 11 October 2024, coinciding with Vijayadashami, to mixed reviews from critics and underperformed at the box office.
The next most awaited release in December is Mismatched Season 3. The Netflix romance series starring Prajakta Koli and Rohit Saraf resumes with the duo rekindling their relationship on a new campus in Hyderabad. As they navigate love, technology, and their dreams, they must confront the challenges of balancing their real and virtual lives.
Squid Game Season 2 is also gearing up for its much-anticipated release. Squid Game revolves around a perilous game where desperate players put their lives on the line for a chance to claim a staggering multimillion-dollar prize. The highly anticipated new season welcomes back Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player 456, the triumphant winner of the previous Squid Game.
Not only OTT, several movies are also set for release in theatres this December. Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, hit the theatres on December 5. Mufasa: The Lion King, an upcoming American musical drama film, is directed by Barry Jenkins and produced by Walt Disney Pictures. The photorealistically animated film serves as both a prequel and sequel to the 2019 remake of the classic 1994 film. The star-studded cast features returning talents Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, John Kani and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, while new additions include Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., and Mads Mikkelsen, among others. Notably, the film also marks the feature film debut of Blue Ivy Carter.
Varun Dhawan-starrer upcoming action movie Baby John is also gearing up for its release. The movie will hit the theatres on December 25 and stars Varun Dhawan in the title role, alongside Keerthy Suresh (In her Hindi film debut) Wamiqa Gabbi and Jackie Shroff, and is produced under Jio Studios, Cine1 Studios and A for Apple Productions.
20 Most Awaited OTT And Theatrical Releases | December 2024 Watchlist
Movie/Web Seres | Platform | Date |
Pushpa 2 | Theatres | Dec 5 |
Jigra | Netflix | Dec 6 |
Amaran | Netflix | Dec 5 |
Agni | Amazon Prime Video | Dec 6 |
Tanaav S2 | Sony LIV | Dec 6 |
Mismatched S3 | Netflix | Dec 13 |
Bandish Bandits S2 | Amazon Prime Video | Dec 13 |
Kal Ho Na Ho | Theatres | Currently running |
Biggest Heist Ever | Netflix | Dec 6 |
Universal Basic Guys S1 | Sony LIV | Dec 6 |
Baby John | Theatres | Dec 25 |
Squid Game S2 | Netflix | Dec 26 |
Dispatch | Zee5 | Dec 13 |
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video | Netflix | Dec 6 |
Commandos | JioCinema | Dec 6 |
Lucky Baskhar (Telugu) | Netflix | Dec 5 |
Jack In Time For Christmas | Amazon Prime Video | Dec 3 |
The Original | Disney+Hotstar | Dec 3 |
The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of The Rohirrim | Theatres | Dec 13 |
Baby Girl | Theatres | Dec 13 |