Prime Video, JioHotstar this week: Dacoit, Lukkhe, No Place to be Single and more

Prime Video and JioHotstar have a fresh lineup of films and shows releasing this week. From action thrillers like Dacoit to emotional dramas like Song Sung Blue, the list includes entertainment across different languages and genres.

In Short

• Prime Video and JioHotstar release diverse titles this week
• Dacoit: Telugu revenge thriller featuring Anurag Kashyap's acting debut
• Lukkhe: Hindi youth drama about rap scene and drug racket

Prime Video and JioHotstar are set to roll out an exciting mix of thrillers, dramas, rom-coms and musical entertainers this week. From revenge sagas and scam investigations to heartfelt friendships and inspiring true stories, here are some of the latest titles arriving on the two streaming platforms.

Dacoit

Platform: Prime Video

Release Date: May 8

Language: Telugu

Cast: Mrunal Thakur, Adivi Sesh

Fans of intense action dramas and revenge thrillers may find Dacoit worth adding to their watchlist, especially with filmmaker Anurag Kashyap making his Telugu acting debut. Dacoit is a Telugu-Hindi bilingual action thriller that revolves around a convict seeking revenge against his former lover after she betrays him and moves on in life. However, after escaping prison, the two unexpectedly reunite for a shared mission that changes their dynamic.

Lukkhe

Platform: Prime Video

Release Date: May 8

Language: Hindi

Cast: Rapper King, Raashii Khanna, Palak Tiwari

Lukkhe blends music, crime and emotion, making it an interesting pick for viewers who enjoy gritty youth dramas set against the backdrop of underground culture. The story follows a young athlete who enters Punjab’s dangerous rap scene while investigating a drug racket. As he digs deeper, he finds himself caught between love, family pressures, guilt and friendships that test his loyalty.

Exam

Platform: Prime Video

Release Date: May 8

Language: Tamil

Cast: Dushara Vijayan, Aditi Balan, Abbas

Exam could appeal to audiences looking for socially relevant thrillers, as it tackles corruption within the education system and the impact of exam scams on students’ futures. The film centres on a determined young woman with a mysterious past who enters the dangerous world of the Regional Public Service Exam scam to expose a powerful paper-leak network. As she uncovers deeper layers of corruption, she races against time to stop a system that threatens the dreams of an entire generation.

No Place to be Single

Platform: Prime Video

Release Date: May 8

Language: English

Cast: Matilde Gioli, Sebastiano Pigazzi

For viewers in the mood for a light-hearted romance with scenic visuals and emotional nostalgia, this Tuscany-set rom-com may be the perfect weekend watch. Based on the bestselling novel by Felicia Kingsley, the film follows Elisa, a single mother whose quiet life changes when her childhood friend Michele returns to town as a billionaire investor to claim an inheritance, reviving old emotions along the way.

Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros

Platform: JioHotstar

Release Date: May 8

Language: Malayalam

Cast: Hashir H, Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy, Vinayak V

Vaazha 2 promises humour, friendship and relatable life struggles, making it a suitable pick for fans of coming-of-age entertainers. The Malayalam comedy drama follows four friends - Hashir, Alan, Ajin and Vinayak - as they navigate adulthood, societal expectations and the label of being perceived as troublemakers while trying to figure out their futures.

Song Sung Blue

Platform: JioHotstar

Release Date: May 8

Language: English

Cast: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson

Music lovers and fans of uplifting true stories may enjoy Song Sung Blue for its emotional storytelling, retro setting and feel-good performances. Directed by Craig Brewer, the film tells the story of two struggling musicians who discover a second chance at fame and love after forming a Neil Diamond tribute duo in 1980s Wisconsin.

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