September 25 Releases: 8 Movies and Series to Watch This Weekend

The last Friday of September is set to bring a diverse lineup of entertainment for movie and OTT audiences. On September 25, several films and web series are scheduled to arrive across cinemas and popular streaming platforms.

From comedy and crime thrillers to supernatural mysteries and courtroom dramas, the upcoming releases cover a wide range of genres. Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar and ZEE5 will premiere several new titles, while a few much-awaited films will make their way to theatres.

If you are planning your weekend watchlist, here is a complete look at the major releases arriving on September 25.

Don't Be Shy

Don't Be Shy is one of the upcoming releases on Prime Video. The young-adult comedy revolves around a girl named Shy, who prefers to keep her life carefully planned.

However, things take an unexpected turn when she finds herself caught between two boys. The film combines romance and comedy while exploring the confusion, relationships and choices that come with young adulthood.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Prime Video
Genre: Adult Comedy

Bakaiti Season 2

Bakaiti Season 2 takes the Kataria family's story forward with another round of family drama and comedy. The new season focuses on the family's ancestral property, Kataria Kuti.

After Ajay, Alka and Aman move back into the house, living together under one roof brings fresh challenges. Their relationships, disagreements and everyday family situations are expected to provide plenty of comic moments throughout the season.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: ZEE5
Genre: Comedy

The Vvaan: Force of the Forest

Starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, The Vvaan: Force of the Forest is a supernatural thriller heading to cinemas.

Set against the backdrop of a mysterious forest associated with Bihar, the film blends supernatural elements with Indian mythology and local traditions. The story also incorporates the grandeur of the Chhath festival, making its visual presentation an important part of the film.

The movie has reportedly been made on a budget of around Rs 60 crore and is designed as a big-screen supernatural experience.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Theatres
Genre: Supernatural Thriller

Hunkkaar: The Roar

Hunkkaar: The Roar is a crime thriller centred on a sensitive investigation. The story begins when 17-year-old Meenu Rawat accuses a powerful politician of sexual assault.

Following the complaint, ACP Jasleen Singh Soni takes charge of the investigation. As she digs deeper into the case, several secrets begin to emerge, adding new layers to the mystery.

The film features Anit Padda, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Raghubir Yadav in important roles.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Jio Hotstar
Genre: Crime Thriller

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Mango Pachcha

Mango Pachcha is an action-oriented crime drama that follows Prashanth, popularly known as Pachcha.

Prashanth runs his father's shop in Mysore and appears to be living a relatively ordinary life. His circumstances change dramatically when he discovers details about his late father's connection to an old smuggling business.

The revelation forces him to confront a complicated past and uncover secrets surrounding his family. The film combines action, family drama and crime elements as the story unfolds.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Jio Hotstar
Genre: Action Drama

The Final Problem

Netflix's The Final Problem is a mystery thriller set in 1959. The story follows Basil, a man who was once famous for portraying the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes.

When a mysterious death takes place at a hotel, Basil finds himself drawn into an investigation. Using his experience and detective skills, he attempts to uncover what really happened.

The central mystery revolves around whether Basil can connect the clues and reveal the truth behind the unexplained incident.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Netflix
Genre: Mystery Thriller

Unabomber

Unabomber follows its story across two different timelines. One part explores Kaczynski's early life, including his time as a 16-year-old Harvard student and his involvement in a controversial psychological experiment conducted by Henry Murray.

Years later, the story shifts to a fictional FBI agent who becomes involved in the investigation surrounding Kaczynski. By moving between the past and present, the series explores the events and circumstances connected to the case.

The combination of psychological elements, investigation and two timelines forms the core of this mystery thriller.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Netflix
Genre: Psychological Mystery Thriller

Love Lottery

Love Lottery is a courtroom drama that revolves around a married couple whose troubled relationship eventually turns into a complicated legal battle.

Along with the couple's personal disagreements, the film explores how social judgment and external pressure can affect relationships. The story brings together elements of marriage, conflict and the legal system.

Akshay Oberoi and Helly Daruwala play the lead roles in the film.

Release Date: September 25
Platform: Theatres
Genre: Courtroom Drama

What to Watch This Friday?

The September 25 lineup offers plenty of variety for audiences with different viewing preferences. Netflix brings mystery and psychological thriller titles, while Jio Hotstar offers crime and action-driven stories. ZEE5 has a comedy release with Bakaiti Season 2, and Prime Video adds Don't Be Shy to its lineup.

For those planning a cinema visit, The Vvaan: Force of the Forest and Love Lottery offer supernatural thriller and courtroom drama options respectively. With eight different releases arriving on the same day, viewers have plenty of choices for their weekend entertainment.

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