Friday OTT Releases (May 30, 2025): Top 5 New Movies and Series to Stream on Netflix, SonyLIV, ZEE5 & JioHotstar
As the weekend approaches, OTT platforms are all set to treat audiences with an exciting lineup of new releases on Friday, May 30, 2025. From edge-of-the-seat crime thrillers and nostalgic drama revivals to haunting mysteries, biographical musical journeys, and futuristic romances—there’s something for every kind of viewer this week.
Here’s a curated list of five must-watch OTT releases debuting on Netflix, SonyLIV, JioHotstar, and ZEE5 this Friday.
New OTT Releases on May 30, 2025
| Title | Platform | Genre | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kankhajura | SonyLIV | Crime Thriller | May 30, 2025 |
| And Just Like That… Season 3 | JioHotstar | Comedy-Drama | May 30, 2025 |
| Andhar Maya | ZEE5 | Mystery/Family Drama | May 30, 2025 |
| A Complete Unknown | JioHotstar | Biographical Musical | May 30, 2025 |
| Lost In Starlight | Netflix | Sci-Fi Animated Romance | May 30, 2025 |
1. Kankhajura – Streaming on SonyLIV
Adapted from the Israeli series Magpie, Kankhajura is a gripping crime saga directed by Chandan Arora. The story follows Ashu, a recently freed prisoner, trying to make amends and reconnect with his brother Max. But as ghosts of his past resurface, Ashu finds himself pulled back into danger, putting Max’s life at risk.
Cast: Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina, Sarah Jane Dias, Mahesh Shetty
Why Watch: For a gritty tale of redemption and crime, layered with emotional depth.
2. And Just Like That… Season 3 – Streaming on JioHotstar
A modern spin-off of the classic Sex and the City, this beloved series continues to explore the complex lives of Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, Seema, and Lisa Todd Wexley as they navigate friendships, relationships, and personal reinventions in their 50s.
Cast: Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Sarita Choudhury
IMDb Rating: 5.7
Why Watch: For nostalgia mixed with new-age themes on maturity, identity, and connection in New York City.
3. Andhar Maya – Streaming on ZEE5
Andhar Maya presents an eerie family tale where what begins as a final family trip soon spirals into suspense and tragedy. The Khatu family’s return to their ancestral home unravels secrets, as sudden deaths shatter their plans and force confrontations.
Cast: Kishor Kadam, Rutuja Bagwe, Shubhankar Tawde
Why Watch: If you enjoy suspenseful family dramas with emotional and psychological undertones.
4. A Complete Unknown – Streaming on JioHotstar
Directed by James Mangold, this musical biopic captures the early life of legendary artist Bob Dylan. Based partly on Elijah Wald’s book Dylan Goes Electric!, the film showcases Dylan’s transformative journey as he arrives in New York in the 1960s and shapes the American music landscape.
Cast: Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan
IMDb Rating: 8.4
Why Watch: For fans of music history and biopics, especially those intrigued by Dylan’s cultural impact.
5. Lost In Starlight – Streaming on Netflix
Marking Netflix’s debut Korean animated feature, Lost In Starlight is a sci-fi romance set in a high-tech Seoul in 2050. The plot follows Na-young, an astronaut on a personal quest, and Jay, an artist lost in solitude. When their paths collide in a quaint repair shop, an emotional bond forms—tested by time, space, and an upcoming Mars mission.
Director: Han Ji-won
Why Watch: For visually stunning storytelling that blends love, science fiction, and deep emotional themes.
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Whether you’re in the mood for crime drama, emotional family sagas, musical journeys, or futuristic love stories, May 30, 2025, offers an eclectic OTT lineup across major platforms.
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