OTT Releases This Week (May 12–18, 2025)
Tastefully Yours, Maranamass & More to Binge on Netflix, JioHotstar, SonyLIV
If you’re planning to take a breather this week and dive into some gripping entertainment from the comfort of your home, you’re in for a treat. The OTT releases from May 12 to May 18, 2025, offer an exciting mix of genres—ranging from sweet Korean romance to dark Malayalam comedy and intense fantasy action. With top titles arriving on Netflix, JioHotstar, SonyLIV, and more, your week is packed with binge-worthy content.
Let’s explore what’s new to stream this week across OTT platforms:
1. Tastefully Yours
Release Date: May 12, 2025
Streaming on: Netflix
Genre: Romance | Korean Drama
IMDb Rating: 8.3/10
For fans of K-dramas and culinary tales, “Tastefully Yours” serves up a heartwarming story with a side of delicious visuals. Starring Kang Ha-neul, Go Min-si, Kim Shin-rok, and Yoo Su-bin, the series follows a wealthy food company heir and a spirited rural chef as they cross paths in Jeonju. Together, they run a quaint eatery, blending flavors, emotions, and cultural quirks.
Expect beautiful cinematography, mouth-watering dishes, and a story that delicately explores love, identity, and the magic of shared meals.
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2. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
Release Date: May 13, 2025
Streaming on: JioHotstar
Genre: Fantasy | Anime
IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
Middle-earth fans, rejoice! Dive deeper into Tolkien’s world with this anime prequel, “The War of the Rohirrim,” directed by Kenji Kamiyama. This standalone tale zooms in on Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan, and the events that shaped the kingdom’s future long before Frodo’s journey began.
The gripping storyline unfolds as Rohan faces a treacherous siege led by Wulf, a vengeful noble. As Helm retreats to the fortress of the Hornburg, viewers are promised action-packed sequences, emotional depth, and visual artistry that blends anime aesthetics with epic fantasy.
3. Maranamass
Release Date: May 15, 2025
Streaming on: SonyLIV
Genre: Black Comedy | Malayalam Cinema
IMDb Rating: 8.0/10
A surprise hit in Kerala’s theatres, “Maranamass” is now making its digital debut. Directed by Sivaprasad, this Malayalam black comedy brings together suspense, humor, and quirky characters.
The story centers around Luke, a mischievous local accused of being a serial killer. A routine night bus ride spirals into chaos as mysterious events unfold involving the bus conductor and driver. Featuring Basil Joseph in the lead, with Anishma Anilkumar and Babu Antony in pivotal roles, the film strikes a clever balance between dark narrative and comic timing.
4. Wolf Man
Release Date: May 17, 2025
Streaming on: JioHotstar
Genre: Horror | Thriller
IMDb Rating: 5.6/10
If horror is your go-to genre, then “Wolf Man” should top your weekend watchlist. This chilling story begins with a family living in isolation who face an attack from a mysterious creature. As night descends, the situation spirals out of control when the father starts exhibiting terrifying transformations.
Starring Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger, the film slowly builds tension and suspense, delivering a psychological horror experience that blurs the line between man and monster.
Final Take
This week’s OTT releases offer something for every taste:
- Love and food in Tastefully Yours
- Myth and war in The War of the Rohirrim
- Dark humor with a local twist in Maranamass
- Eerie transformations in Wolf Man
Whether you’re in the mood for heartfelt romance, gripping fantasy, edgy regional cinema, or haunting horror, the streaming world has you covered this week.
📌 Quick Recap: OTT Premieres This Week (May 12–18, 2025)
| Title | Release Date | Platform | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tastefully Yours | May 12, 2025 | Netflix | Korean Romance |
| The War of the Rohirrim | May 13, 2025 | JioHotstar | Fantasy Anime |
| Maranamass | May 15, 2025 | SonyLIV | Malayalam Comedy |
| Wolf Man | May 17, 2025 | JioHotstar | Horror Thriller |
Discover the top OTT releases from May 12 to May 18, 2025. From K-dramas like Tastefully Yours to fantasy epics like The War of the Rohirrim and Malayalam hit Maranamass, explore what to stream this week on Netflix, SonyLIV, and JioHotstar.
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