August 2026 has a packed OTT line-up. The month brings stories about the Kargil War, Michael Jackson, reality television and complicated relationships. Here are five web series and movies to look forward to across streaming platforms.
1. Operation Safed Sagar
Set during the 1999 Kargil War, the series follows Indian Air Force pilots from the Golden Arrows squadron. They are called into action during a crucial aerial battle against Pakistani forces. Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Adil Hussain and Prajakta Koli feature in the war drama.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
Watch Operation Safed Sagar, streaming now on Netflix
2. The Traitors Season 2
The second season brings a new group of contestants into the game. Some secretly become Traitors, while the others must identify them. Karan Johar returns as the host. Munawar Faruqui, Rhea Chakraborty, Shweta Tiwari, Mallika Sherawat, Sanjay Kapoor, Krystle D’Souza and Abhishek Malhan are among the contestants.
IMDb Rating: Not Rated Yet
Watch The Traitors Season 2, streaming from August 13 on Prime Video
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3. Michael
The biographical drama traces Michael Jackson’s journey from his childhood with the Jackson 5 to global stardom. Jaafar Jackson plays the legendary singer in the film. Nia Long, Colman Domingo, Miles Teller, Larenz Tate and Kat Graham also feature in the cast.
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Watch Michael, streaming from August 29 on JioHotstar
4. Cocktail 2
Kunal and Diya have spent years building a life together. Their relationship changes when Ally, an old friend, returns. Soon, the reunion creates tension between the three. Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna feature in the romantic drama.
IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
Watch Cocktail 2, coming soon to Netflix
5. Main Vaapas Aaunga
The story moves between the present day and the Partition era. A young man sets out to fulfil his grandfather’s wish. He wants to reconnect him with the woman he was separated from years ago. Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina and Sharvari feature alongside Naseeruddin Shah in Imtiaz Ali’s period romance.
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
Watch Main Vaapas Aaunga, streaming now on Netflix
August brings a mix of war, music, reality television and romance to OTT. From the Kargil War in Operation Safed Sagar to the world of Michael Jackson, the month offers stories across different genres. Meanwhile, The Traitors Season 2 adds reality drama, while Cocktail 2 and Main Vaapas Aaunga explore relationships and love.
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