Mumbai, Oct 22: Prime Video brings a wide variety of content from across the globe for the audience this week.
Chaar Yaar is set against the gritty and vibrant backdrop of early-2000s Mumbai, where four friends, Jay, Tony, Saahil, and Sameer, are bound by an unbreakable friendship and united by dreams that stretch beyond their middle-class beginnings. When a desperate decision, driven by their circumstances and ambitions, takes them down an unexpected path, their ordinary lives spiral into a dangerous world of crime, gangsters, and high-stakes heists. Caught between Mumbai’s underworld and Inspector Sumati Bhalerao, who is hot on their trail, the four friends must navigate dangerous encounters and high-speed car thefts, where one wrong move could cost them everything. As the police tighten their grip and powerful gangsters close in, their biggest challenge may be holding on to the friendship that brought them this far. Starring Purav Jha, Naman Jain, Saqib Ayub, and Prayrak Mehta in the lead, alongside Sai Tamhankar, Sikandar Kher, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Rajesh Tailang, Chunky Panday, and Bhagavathi Perumal, the eight-episode series is directed by Vinay Waikul and written by Sambit Mishra and Saurabh Sawant. Produced by Pranati Nagarsheth, Niraj Nagarsheth, and P.S. Shyam under the banner of Pink Window Production Pvt. Ltd., and developed by BBC Studios India, Chaar Yaar is created by Vinay Waikul, S. Hussain Zaidi, Sambit Mishra, and Saurabh Sawant and will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on October 23.
Set in the politically charged town of Shaktipur, Duniya Ki Thain Thain follows Vikas, a young man whose life takes a dark turn following a betrayal that sets him on an unexpected path. With Vikas Kumar’s transformation from a hopeful young shooter into the formidable Vicky Bhaiya. After risking everything to save the love of his life, Vaishnavi Chaturvedi, the daughter of a powerful MLA, Vikas finds himself imprisoned, only to have his trust shattered when she turns against him in court. Years later, their paths cross again, but the equations have changed. Now a Superintendent of Police, Vaishnavi is tasked with bringing Vicky Bhaiya to justice, setting the stage for a tense face-off shaped by their shared past, broken trust, and an unresolved desire for retribution. Conceptualised and Produced by Sachin Pandey, directed by Sumit Chawla and written by Nitin Keswani, the series is produced by Bombay Show Studios, and stars Rishabh Jaiswal and Dipali Sharma in lead roles. The drama series will stream for free from October 22 on Prime Video and on the MX Player Android app.
The Tower’s power dynamics took a significant turn when Niharika Tiwari became the first female Ultimate Ruler of the season. However, the game soon brought another setback with the mid-week eliminations of Kaira Anu and Raj Grover. Just as the contestants began adjusting to their absence, Karan Patel’s unexpected return changed the dynamics once again. The arrival of Impact Players Aarush Bhola and Laila added to the uncertainty, bringing fresh deals and difficult choices as the contestants moved closer to Takhta Palat. With the game approaching a crucial turning point, the battle between power and money came into focus. Niharika Tiwari chose to retain her position as Ultimate Ruler at the cost of money, while Sara Gurpal took the route of direct nomination to keep the Prize Pot intact. But strategic decisions were soon overshadowed by personal disagreements, as Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and Sara found themselves embroiled in a heated confrontation. The clash escalated, prompting Sonam to instigate Manish Kashyap which led to him slamming the door and walking out, while Shehzad Poonawalla’s fiery confrontation added to the growing unrest in the Penthouse. Amid the rising tensions, Powerplay brought the contestants a moment of encouragement, with messages featuring best wishes and advice from Ekta Kapoor, Akanksha Choudhary, Manoj Tiwari and others. However, the respite was short-lived as the nomination round put Priyanka, Kajal Sharda, Sara, Manish and Sonam Malik at risk of elimination. The uncertainty culminated in a double elimination, with Sara and Kajal exiting the Tower and leaving the remaining contestants to navigate yet another shift in the game.Produced by Banijay Asia, Rise and Fall Season 2 is streaming for free, exclusively on Prime Video and the MX Player Android app, refreshed with a new identity — MX Player by Prime Video, with new episodes dropping daily at 12 noon.
The palace descends into chaos as Week 2 of The Traitors Telugu delivers shocking betrayals, explosive confrontations, and game-changing revelations. Rahat and Ashika strengthen their ranks by recruiting Vishnu as a Traitor, but his sudden change in behaviour makes him a target, with players unanimously voting him out at the Ring of Doubt. High-stakes missions further test the players’ loyalties, from a dangerous night mission involving a dead body, sandalwood, and watches to the season’s biggest task, with ₹28 lakh up for grabs. However, disagreements over whether to contribute to the collective prize pot or secure personal gains derail the players’ efforts, triggering heated exchanges between Shravya and Shreedevi. As Phalguni is banished amid growing mistrust, Rahat finds himself increasingly cornered, with Shravya relentlessly questioning his game and warning fellow players about the Traitors. The tension reaches its peak at the Ring of Doubt, where Rahat is banished by nine votes, only to reveal himself as the OG Traitor. His exit leaves Varsha heartbroken, exposing the emotional cost of a game built on deception. But the palace gets little time to recover, as Ashika receives a hit list and must choose her next victim from Vardhan, Dhananjaya and Shravya. Meanwhile, Shreedevi raises suspicions around Dhananjaya’s intentions, questioning his claims of having no money while pointing out his stake in a gaming company. The exchange escalates into a tense spat, adding to the growing distrust within the group and leaving players wondering if there is more to Dhananjaya than meets the eye. With friendships fracturing, money fuelling conflict and the remaining Traitor preparing her next move, the game enters its most unpredictable phase yet. Produced by SOL Production, The Traitors Telugu is exclusively streaming now on Prime Video in Telugu with English subtitles, with new episodes dropping every Thursday at 12 noon (IST).
Set in 1992 near the Andhra Pradesh-Odisha border, Comrade Kalyan follows Kalyan, a struggling theatre operator who screens revolutionary films to keep his business running. His life takes an unexpected turn when he falls in love with Sitara. Sitara’s family is dealing with a debt of Rs 5 lakh and is under pressure from Biswas, a moneylender who wants her to marry him. Determined to help Sitara, Kalyan looks for a way to arrange the money. He teams up with his friend Dubai Babu to come up with an unusual plan. The two decide to present Kalyan as a wanted rebel so that they can claim a government rehabilitation reward. However, their plan quickly goes wrong. Directed and written by Janakiram Marella, produced by Venkata Krishna Karnati and Seetha Karnati and starring Sree Vishnu, Radhika Sarathkumar and Mahima Nambiar. The Telugu period drama movie will stream exclusively from October 23 on Prime Video in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi.
Yoo Sae-poong has everything going for him in the Korean drama Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist. He’s the handsome son of an influential minister, got top grades at Sungkyunkwan University and is honored by the nation’s king as the best acupuncturist in the land. There’s only one road block on his road to success: those opposed to the king are engaged in a plot that will ruin Sae-poong’s life. When their plans result in the death of the king, Sae-poong is locked up for failing to save him. Rather than face the execution demanded of a royal physician when a king dies, Sae-poong is pardoned by the king’s successor and exiled from the capitol. Those who planned the king’s demise are confident in their success. The drama features Kim Min-jae, Kim Hyang-gi and Kim Sang-kyung. The Korean drama series will stream from October 28 only on Prime Video.
The Devil Judge turns the courtroom into a public arena where justice is streamed, voted on, and consumed as entertainment. The series imagines a near-future society where trials are broadcast live and public opinion directly influences verdicts. What begins as radical transparency quickly curdles into moral spectacle, blurring accountability with revenge. Yo-han’s methods are legally inventive but ethically unsettling, forcing viewers to question whether punishment shaped by collective outrage can ever be just. Stylish, provocative, and deliberately excessive, the drama traps its audience in a moral minefield where every verdict feels earned and deeply wrong, starring Ji Sung, Kim Min-jung, Park Jin-young. The Korean drama series will stream from October 28 only on Prime Video.
Drive – The Pretenders follows a race car mechanic, Sarah, who joins the pit crew of Formula World champion Dante Annunziata. Dante, known as the cocky and scandalous bad boy of the racing world, finds himself forced to fake an engagement with Sarah to protect his reputation. Sarah agrees to the scheme, secretly hoping it results in her getting behind the wheel herself. Their lie gets complicated when real feelings start to form between them. Directed by Sergej Moya and led by Lisa Marie Koroll , Amin Baahmed and Gustav Schmidt, the movie will stream from October 28, only on Prime Video.
Highlights:
Chaar Yaar – October 23
Four friends steal cars to escape debt, but one job spirals into a massive interstate operation. Hunted by loan sharks, cartels, and cops-loyalty is their only hope.
Duniya Ki Thain Thain – October 22
Rise and Fall Season 2 – Now Streaming
The high-stakes tournament involves 16 competitors vying for control in a divided mansion, with temporary rulers’ positions and a series of twists and turns determining the outcome.
The Traitors Telugu – Now Streaming
Twenty stars. Hidden betrayers. One ultimate prize. The internationally acclaimed format comes to Telugu as celebrities navigate a web of manipulation where survival depends on reading minds and motives.
Comrade Kalyan – October 23
In a naxal-dominated village on the Andhra-Odisha border, a theatre owner uses communist sentiment to keep his old cinema running. He joins the naxals and kidnaps a leader, setting off a chain of events.
Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist – October 28
Dr. Yoo Sepoong, exiled, becomes a village psychiatrist, healing hearts with Eun-woo.
The Devil Judge – October 28
The drama explores a corrupted court system and public opinion’s influence. A chief judge prioritizes crowd satisfaction over justice, challenging an assistant judge to seek truth.
Drive – The Pretenders – October 28
A young race car mechanic pretends to be engaged to the most scandalous racing star in the scene – officially for his reputation, but secretly for her own chance behind the wheel. Soon the lie threatens to destroy everything.