Here’s a complete list of the top OTT releases between January 5 and January 11 that should be on your watchlist.
MasterChef India season 9
Release date: January 5
Platform: SonyLIV
India’s most celebrated cooking competition returns with season 9, themed Pride of India. Judges Chef Vikas Khanna, Chef Ranveer Brar and Chef Kunal Kapur reunite to mentor home cooks from across the country. This season highlights regional cuisines, heirloom recipes and emotional food stories rooted in Indian culture. Contestants face intense challenges that test skill, creativity and flavour knowledge.
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Beast Games season 2
Release date: January 7
Platform: Prime Video
MrBeast’s global reality sensation is back with an even larger format. Season 2 features 200 contestants competing in a Strong vs Smart challenge for a $5 million prize. The show introduces Beast City, the largest set ever built for a reality competition. A special crossover episode with Survivor, hosted by Jeff Probst, adds to the scale and excitement.
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His & Hers
Release date: January 8
Platform: Netflix
Based on Alice Feeney’s bestselling novel, this six-episode psychological thriller stars Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal. The story follows estranged spouses caught on opposite sides of a murder investigation. Set in Atlanta, the series unfolds through conflicting perspectives, raising questions about truth, memory and manipulation.
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De De Pyaar De 2
Release date: January 9
Platform: Netflix
Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh return as Ashish and Ayesha in this romantic comedy sequel. Their relationship faces fresh challenges when Ayesha’s family, especially her sceptical father, played by R. Madhavan, struggles to accept their age difference. The arrival of a younger suitor, played by Meezaan Jafri, adds comic chaos and emotional tension.
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Freedom at Midnight season 2
Release date: January 9
Platform: SonyLIV
Nikkhil Advani’s historical drama continues with a darker focus. While season 1 covered the political build-up to Partition, season 2 explores its devastating aftermath. The series depicts the refugee crisis that displaced millions. Performances by Sidhant Gupta, Chirag Vohra and Rajendra Chawla anchor the emotional weight of this chapter.
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MTV Splitsvilla X6
Release date: January 9
Platform: JioHotstar
The dating reality show returns with the theme Dil vs Deal. Hosted by Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra, and joined by Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed, the season tests whether contestants choose love or money. Strategic twists and dramatic eliminations promise high-voltage entertainment.
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People We Meet on Vacation
Release date: January 9
Platform: Netflix
Emily Henry’s bestselling romance gets a screen adaptation starring Tom Blyth and Emily Bader. The story follows best friends Alex and Poppy, who reunite for one final holiday to fix their fractured bond. The film blends travel, nostalgia and emotional honesty.
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The Night Manager season 2
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Release date: January 11
Platform: Prime Video
Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine in the long-awaited second season. Set years after the first, the story introduces a new threat involving arms trafficking in Colombia. Unlike season 1, this chapter follows an original storyline and premieres with three episodes, releasing weekly.