Koffee With Karan S9, Jailer 2, Prahaar, Ranabali & More: New Films And OTT Releases This Week

New week calls for a watchlist refresh. Here’s a roundup of the new films and OTT releases premiering this week from Oct. 12 to Oct. 18. From celebrity talk shows, period drama, and courtroom drama to comedy films, there’s so much more coming your way. Take a look!

New Films And OTT Releases This Week (Oct. 12 to Oct. 18)

1. Koffee With Karan S9

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The final season of the celebrity talk show, “Koffee With Karan S9,” hosted by Karan Johar, is set to premiere on Oct. 14, 2026, exclusively on JioHotstar. After running for 22 years, across 8 seasons, and a total of 161 episodes since 2004, the renowned filmmaker has announced season 9 as the finale. As of now, the guest list is under wraps. However, Johar revealed that the cricketers will not feature in this final season.

2. Jailer 2

Starring Superstar Rajinikanth, “Jailer 2” will hit the silver screen on Oct. 15, 2026. Helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the second installment brings Rajinikanth back as Muthuvel Pandian following the success of the 2023 film. The sequel features Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, and Mirnaa, alongside returning stars Mohanlal and Shivarajkumar.

3. Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam

“Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam” is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language biographical legal drama film set to arrive in cinema halls on Oct. 16, 2026. Starring Rajkummar Rao as Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, the film is based on Ajmal Kasab’s trial in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai attack.

4. Ranabaali

Featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles, “Ranabaali” will be released in theatres on Oct. 16, 2026. The upcoming Indian period action-drama film is set during the British colonial era in 19th-century South India. The film marks the first film of the leading pair after their marriage.

5. Nayyi Naveli

Starring Yami Gautam in the lead role, “Nayyi Naveli” is scheduled to release in theatres on Oct. 16, 2026, coinciding with Dussehra. The story revolves around a picture-perfect new bride who arrives at a chaotic household in Meerut and magically turns it into a peaceful paradise.