Mumbai, July 4, 2025 - This Friday is a feast for OTT lovers, as multiple platforms roll out new and diverse content across genres and languages. From political thrillers and courtroom drama to anime and slice-of-life cinema, today’s releases offer something for every kind of binge-watcher. Whether you're in the mood for a hard-hitting docuseries, a quirky Telugu comedy, or the poetic bleakness of Japanese anime, July 4’s streaming lineup delivers.

Topping the list is “Kaalidhar Laapata”, a gritty Hindi-language political drama now streaming on ZEE5. Set against the backdrop of a missing journalist investigation, the series explores the intertwining of power, politics, and media manipulation. The show has already gained attention for its intense trailer and gripping performances by an ensemble cast, including Neeraj Kabi and Radhika Apte. With its suspenseful narrative and social relevance, “Kaalidhar Laapata” is expected to be ZEE5’s flagship monsoon thriller.

On Sony LIV, true-crime aficionados can now watch “The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case”, a chilling docuseries revisiting one of India’s most consequential political murders. The series uses real archival footage, interviews with key investigators, and dramatized sequences to unpack the layers of conspiracy, international ties, and operational complexity behind the 1991 assassination. The series promises to offer both historical insight and emotional depth, making it a standout in the true-crime genre.

For those looking to lighten the mood, the Telugu-language comedy “Uppu Kappurambu” drops today. A small-town family entangled in a culinary competition gone wrong, the series thrives on local flavor, hilarious misunderstandings, and a warm-hearted exploration of family dynamics. Streaming on Aha, this series is already gaining early praise for its wit, strong performances, and cultural specificity.

Tamil audiences can now catch the much-anticipated courtroom drama “The Good Wife”, an Indian adaptation of the globally acclaimed American series. Starring Trisha Krishnan in the lead, this version localizes the story of a homemaker forced to return to her law career after her husband’s scandalous arrest. The show blends legal intrigue with domestic drama and is expected to be a flagship Tamil-language release for Disney+ Hotstar this quarter.

Meanwhile, anime lovers are treated to the haunting debut of “The Summer Hikaru Died”, a Japanese series now available on Crunchyroll India. Known for its eerie storytelling and melancholic visuals, the show follows a young man grappling with grief after his best friend’s death—only to discover that someone (or something) wearing his friend’s face is still lingering nearby. The series delves into themes of loss, identity, and the uncanny, making it one of the year’s most anticipated psychological anime debuts.

Finally, two new cinematic titles also hit the screens: “Thug Life,” a theatrical-style gangster drama led by a powerhouse ensemble of Indian actors, and “Madras Matinee,” a quiet, slice-of-life Tamil indie film that celebrates Chennai’s cinephile subculture and the emotional pull of vintage cinema halls.

From explosive political mysteries to heartfelt personal journeys, July 4's OTT slate proves that streaming platforms are increasingly reflecting the range and richness of Indian and global storytelling.