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Highlights Identity on ZEE5, The Snow Girl Season 2 on Netflix, Bad Genius on Lionsgate Play, The Secret Of The Shiledars on Disney+ Hotstar, The Storyteller on Disney+ Hotstar, You're Cordially Invited on Amazon Prime Video and Lucca’s World’ on Netflix. It’s Friday, which means it’s time for fresh OTT releases! This week brings a mix of thrillers, dramas, and comedies across popular platforms like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, ZEE5 and Lionsgate Play. Whether you're in the mood for a gripping mystery, a hilarious wedding mishap, or an emotional drama, there’s something for everyone. Here’s the full lineup of new releases arriving on January 31, 2025. New OTT Releases This Week ‘Identity’ (ZEE5) Cast - Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, Mandira Bedi, Vinay Rai, Aju Varghese Director - Akhil Paul and Anas Khan Writer - Akhil Paul and Anas Khan Genre - Psychological Thriller Original Language - Malayalam Release Date - January 31 The much-awaited Malayalam psychological thriller ‘Identity’ is finally coming to OTT! Releasing on ZEE5, the film follows a determined police officer who teams up with a sketch artist and an eyewitness to crack a shocking crime. With unexpected twists and intense storytelling, this one promises to keep you hooked! ‘The Snow Girl’ Season 2 (Netflix) Cast - Milena Smit, Miki Esparbé, Aixa Villagrán, Marco Cáceres, Jose Coronado, Hugo Welzel, Luis Callejo, Luis Bermejo, Vicente Romero Director - David Ulloa, Laura Alvea Writer - Jesús Mesas, Javier Andrés Roig Genre - Crime, Drama, Thriller Original Language - Spanish Release Date - January 31 The second season of this gripping Netflix drama picks up after the events of Season 1. Miren, the protagonist, investigates an elite school at the centre of a disappearance and a murder case. As she digs deeper alongside investigative journalist Jaime (Miki Esparbé), they uncover a tangled web of lies, secrets, and dark pasts. Expect more suspense and shocking revelations! ‘Bad Genius’ (Lionsgate Play) Cast - Benedict Wong, Callina Liang, Jabari Banks, Taylor Hickson, Sarah-Jane Redmond Director - J.C. Lee Writer - J.C. Lee and Julius Onah Genre - Thriller Original Language - English Release Date - January 31 This English-language remake of the hit 2017 Thai film follows a group of brilliant students who mastermind a high-stakes scheme to outsmart a corrupt college admissions system. With its fast-paced storytelling and clever plot twists, this one’s perfect for fans of heist thrillers. The Secret Of The Shiledars’ (Disney+ Hotstar) Cast - Rajeev Khandelwal, Sai Tamhankar, Ashish Vidyarthi, Dilip Prabhawalkar Director - Aditya Sarpotdar Writer - Tushar Ajgaonkar Genre - Action Thriller Original Language - Hindi Release Date - January 31 Created by Aditya Sarpotdar, this mystery thriller follows a middle-aged man who stumbles upon a secret group protecting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's hidden treasure—only to discover that he has a personal connection to them. With its historical intrigue and gripping action, this series promises an exciting watch! ‘The Storyteller’ (Disney+ Hotstar) Cast - Paresh Rawal, Adil Hussain, Revathi, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Jayesh More, Rohit Mukherjee, Anindita Bose, Pratik Dutta, Senjuti Roy Mukherji, Kaberi Basu, Tapati Munsi, Rajarshi Nag, Sourav Paul Datta, Parimal Desai, Amitabh Ghosh Director - Anant Mahadevan Writer - Kireet Khurana, Anant Mahadevan, Srijato Genre - Drama Original Language - Hindi Release Date - January 28 Based on Satyajit Ray’s short story, this film explores the bond between a wealthy businessman and a storyteller hired to help him sleep. As their stories unfold, shocking truths come to light, questioning ethics, creativity and human emotions. With stellar performances, this one’s a must-watch for lovers of meaningful cinema. ‘You're Cordially Invited’ (Amazon Prime Video) Cast - Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Geraldine Viswanathan, Meredith Hagner, Celia Weston, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Leanne Morgan, Jimmy Tatro, Jack McBrayer Director - Nicholas Stoller Writer - Nicholas Stoller Genre - Comedy Original Language - English Release Date - January 30 What happens when two families accidentally book the same venue for their weddings? Absolute chaos! This hilarious rom-com follows their desperate attempts to share the space leading to family feuds, last-minute disasters and unexpected surprises. If you're in the mood for laughs and heartwarming moments, this one’s for you! ‘Lucca’s World’ (Netflix) Cast - Bárbara Mori, Juan Pablo Medina, Danish Husain, Alejandra Corman, Julián Tello, Bélen Chávez, Adonay Cabrera, Diana Mercado Armenta, Mai Elissalt Director - Mariana Chenillo Writer - Javier Peñalosa Genre - Drama Original Language - Spanish Release Date - January 31 Based on true events, this moving drama follows a mother’s fight to get experimental treatment for her son with cerebral palsy. Her journey takes her to India, where she faces cultural and bureaucratic challenges but refuses to give up. A touching story of resilience and love, this film is an emotional watch. FAQs Q1. What is the movie Identity about? Answer. Identity is a Malayalam crime thriller about a part-time karate instructor and sketch artist, Haran Shankar (played by Tovino Thomas), who gets entangled in a murder investigation. Q2. What can viewers expect from The Snow Girl Season 2? Answer. The Snow Girl Season 2 continues the story of journalist Miren Rojo (played by Milena Smit) as she investigates the disappearance of a girl named Amaya Martin during the 2010 Cavalcade of Magi in Málaga. Q3. What is Bad Genius about? Answer. Bad Genius is a gripping thriller that follows a group of high school students who master the art of cheating on exams and eventually get involved in a high-stakes heist4. The film explores themes of intelligence, morality and the consequences of their actions. Q4. Who is the main lead of The Secret Of The Shiledars? Answer. The Secret Of The Shiledars revolves around Dr. Ravi Bhatt (played by Rajeev Khandelwal), who embarks on a journey to uncover Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s hidden treasure after meeting a judge. Q5. Is The Storyteller one of Satyajit Ray’s stories? Answer. Yes, the Storyteller is an emotional drama inspired by Satyajit Ray’s short story Golpo Boliye Tarini Khuro. Q6. What is You're Cordially Invited about? Answer. You're Cordially Invited is a comedy that follows two families whose dream weddings collide after being accidentally scheduled at the same remote resort on the same day. Q7. Where to stream Lucca’s World? Answer Lucca’s World is streaming on Netflix starting January 31. Also Read: Top 5 OTT Releases to Binge-Watch This Weekend Also Read: Netflix Now Allows iPhone and iPad Users to Download Complete TV Series Season in One Tap Also Read: ZEE5 to Soon Premiere Vivek Agnihotri Docu-Series 'The Kashmir Files Unreported'

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