The October 2 long weekend is bringing an exciting lineup of movies and web series for entertainment lovers. From the much-awaited Drishyam 3 in theatres to romantic comedies, psychological thrillers and crime dramas arriving on OTT platforms, viewers will have plenty of options to choose from.

With Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, several major titles are scheduled to release around the same weekend. If you are wondering which movies and web series are releasing on October 1 and October 2, here is the complete list of titles arriving in theatres and on OTT platforms.

October 2 Releases: Check the Complete Movie and Series List

The first major weekend of October brings a mix of Bollywood, Hollywood and regional content. The lineup includes Drishyam 3, Verity, Love, Pooja Meri Jaan, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, Doing Life, Don't Trouble The Trouble, Prem Keetanu and Dupahia Season 2.

Here is a quick look at the releases before diving into their stories.

TitleRelease DatePlatformGenre
Drishyam 3October 2TheatresSuspense Thriller
LoveOctober 2NetflixRomance
Bethlehem Kudumba UnitOctober 2JioHotstarRomantic Comedy
Pooja Meri JaanOctober 2ZEE5Courtroom Drama
Doing LifeOctober 2NetflixCrime Drama
Dupahia Season 2October 1Prime VideoRural Comedy Drama
VerityOctober 2TheatresPsychological Thriller
Don't Trouble The TroubleOctober 2TheatresComedy Drama
Prem KeetanuOctober 2TheatresComedy Drama

Drishyam 3: Can Vijay Salgaonkar Escape the Police Again?

The biggest attraction of the October 2 theatrical lineup is Drishyam 3. Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third installment of the popular suspense-thriller franchise.

Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film takes forward Vijay's story as his carefully constructed world comes under fresh pressure. With multiple police officers reportedly keeping an eye on him, the latest chapter promises another battle of wits.

Jaideep Ahlawat is also part of the cast, adding another significant character to the thriller.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Theatres
  • Genre: Suspense Thriller

Love: What Happens When Dating Experts Test Their Own Love Theory?

What happens when two people who have built their careers around understanding relationships try to apply their theories to their own lives?

That is the central idea behind Love, starring Aishwarya Lekshmi and Arjun Das. Tara believes that love can be explained through calculations, while Matthew looks at relationships from a completely different perspective.

Their contrasting views create the foundation for this romantic story.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Netflix
  • Genre: Romance

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit: When a Private Romance Becomes Community Gossip

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit brings together Mamitha Baiju and Nivin Pauly in a romantic comedy set against a close-knit social environment.

The story revolves around an unusual romance that gradually becomes known throughout the community. In a setting where everyone seems to know everyone else's business, keeping personal matters private becomes difficult.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: JioHotstar
  • Genre: Romantic Comedy

Pooja Meri Jaan: A Suicide Case Turns Into a Legal Nightmare

Pooja Meri Jaan combines psychological elements with courtroom drama. The story follows Pooja, whose life changes dramatically after a man she rejected dies by suicide.

The incident places her in serious legal trouble and forces her to deal with circumstances she never expected. Mrunal Thakur plays an important role in the film.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: ZEE5
  • Genre: Courtroom Drama

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Doing Life: A Prisoner Becomes Part of Anika's Family Story

Doing Life follows Anika as she attempts to bring her estranged family closer. Her efforts take an unexpected direction when she begins communicating with a prisoner.

The unusual connection becomes an important part of the story, bringing crime and family drama together. The film is directed by Tyler Perry.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Netflix
  • Genre: Crime Drama

Dupahia Season 2: Dhadakpur Faces Another Round of Chaos

After the first season, Dupahia Season 2 returns with another dose of rural comedy and drama. The story once again takes audiences to Dhadakpur, where a theft creates fresh trouble for the characters.

The new season expands the story with more chaos and comic situations. Bhojpuri star Nirahua is also part of the second season.

  • Release Date: October 1
  • Platform: Prime Video
  • Genre: Rural Comedy Drama

Verity: Colleen Hoover's Bestseller Gets a Psychological Thriller Adaptation

Fans of psychological thrillers have another theatrical option with Verity. The film is based on Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel and brings its suspense-driven story to the big screen.

The narrative explores secrets, disturbing revelations and questions surrounding what is real and what may be fiction.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Theatres
  • Genre: Psychological Thriller

Don't Trouble The Trouble: A Fantasy Comedy Arrives in Theatres

Don't Trouble The Trouble is a Malayalam fantasy comedy-drama directed by Shashank Yeleti. The film is presented by S.S. Rajamouli and is also releasing in Telugu.

With fantasy and comedy at its core, the movie offers a regional theatrical option for audiences looking for a lighter and unconventional story.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Theatres
  • Genre: Comedy Drama

Prem Keetanu: Friendship, Heartbreak and Parental Pressure Take Centre Stage

Prem Keetanu is a Hindi romantic comedy-drama starring Veer Pahariya. The story follows a group of friends from Uttar Pradesh who are struggling to figure out their lives.

Poor academic results, heartbreak and pressure from parents become part of their journey. The film presents these relatable situations through a light-hearted and entertaining narrative.

  • Release Date: October 2
  • Platform: Theatres
  • Genre: Comedy Drama

October 2 Long Weekend: What Can You Watch?

The October 2 weekend releases offer plenty of variety for movie and OTT audiences. Those heading to theatres can choose from titles such as Drishyam 3, Verity, Don't Trouble The Trouble and Prem Keetanu, while OTT viewers have options including Love, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, Pooja Meri Jaan and Doing Life.

With Dupahia Season 2 already arriving on October 1, viewers can start their long-weekend watchlist a day early.

October 2 Movie Releases: The Final Watchlist

Whether your preference is suspense, psychological thriller, romance, comedy or crime drama, the first weekend of October has something across different platforms. The combination of major theatrical releases and fresh OTT titles makes the Gandhi Jayanti weekend packed with entertainment choices.

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