Upcoming movies and web series in August 2023: The month of celebration of Indian Independence is bringing a lot of awaited movies and shows that should definitely be on your calendar. From Gadar to Choona, a huge variety of films and web series will be released in August 2023 in the theatres and OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and more. So without further adieu, let’s find out the upcoming movies and web series of August 2023.
15 Upcoming Movies & Web Series in August 2023
1- Choona
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- Release Date: 3rd August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: Jimmy Shergill, Arshad Warsi, Aashim Gulati, Vikram Kochhar, Monika Panwar, Namit Das, Chandan Roy
- Plot: When a peculiar and mismatched assembly of individuals come together, they unexpectedly find themselves united against a heartless and superstitious politician who poses a significant threat to them all. In response to this shared enemy, they devise a plan to carry out a daring heist with the intention of seeking retribution and justice.
2- The Hunt for Veerappan
- Release Date: 4th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Plot: This documentary series chronicles the ascent and downfall of Veerappan, a notorious smuggler whose violent reign ignited a two-decade-long pursuit in southern India.
3- Jailer
- Release Date: 10th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Theatres
- Cast: Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, Sunil, Vasanth Ravi
- Plot: In this scenario, a group of gang members embarks on a daring mission to liberate their imprisoned leader. However, as they encounter obstacles along the way, the cunning jailer of the prison makes a formidable show of strength to thwart their rescue attempt and prevent anyone from escaping.
4- Gadar 2
- Release Date: 11th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Theatres
- Cast: Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, Simrat Kaur
- Plot: Amidst the backdrop of the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War, Tara Singh ventures back into Pakistan with the sole purpose of reuniting with his son, Charanjeet, and bringing him back home.
5- OMG 2
- Release Date: 11th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Theatres
- Cast: Akshay Kumar, Pankaj Tripathi, Yami Gautam, Govind Namdev, Arun Govil
- Plot: In a captivating and humorous courtroom play, a discontented civilian files a plea requesting the court to enforce a mandatory, all-encompassing education curriculum in schools.
6- Bholaa Shankar
- Release Date: 11th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Theatres
- Cast: Chiranjeevi, Keerthy Suresh, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sushanth, Raghu Babu
- Plot: Bhola Shankar, a reformed gangster, comes to Kolkata accompanied by his adopted sister Radha. Their purpose is two-fold: Radha seeks to pursue her education, while Bhola Shankar is on a personal quest to track down a criminal network responsible for the tragic demise of Radha’s family.
7- Heart of Stone
- Release Date: 11th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan, Alia Bhatt
- Plot: Rachel Stone is a skilled intelligence operative, representing the solitary female presence within a potent global peacekeeping organization. She finds herself in a pivotal position, guarding the organization’s most priceless and perilous asset from falling into the wrong hands.
8- Red, White & Royal Blue
- Release Date: 11th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
- Cast: Taylor Zakhar Perez, Nicholas Galitzine, Uma Thurman, Stephen Fry, Sarah Shahi
- Plot: This is a tale of a covert love affair unfolding between the President of the United States’ son and a British prince.
9- Depp v Heard
- Release Date: 16th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: Johnny Depp, Amber Heard
- Plot: This series presents an unprecedented narrative, showcasing both testimonies juxtaposed for the first time. It delves into the sensational trial that ignited Hollywood and the subsequent online aftermath that followed.
10- Harlen Coben’s Shelter
- Release Date: 18th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
- Cast: Jaden Michael, Sage Linder, Adrian Greensmith, Abigale Corrigan
- Plot: Mickey’s life is far from ordinary, as he resides with his mother undergoing rehabilitation, a deceased father, an exasperating aunt, and the challenge of adjusting to a new school in New Jersey. Things take a strange turn when a mysterious elderly woman informs him that his father is not actually deceased, leaving Mickey bewildered and questioning his own sanity.
11- Guns & Gulaabs
- Release Date: 18th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav, Pooja Gor, Satish Kaushik
- Plot: Taking place in the gritty 1990s era of crime and brutality, this story beautifully weaves together elements of love and innocence, laced with humour and romance.
12- Baki Hanma Season 2 Part 2
- Release Date: 24th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Plot: Baki Hanma longs to achieve the title of the world’s most powerful fighter.
13- Ragnarok Season 3
- Release Date: 24th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: David Stakston,Herman Tømmeraas,Theresa Frostad Eggesbø
- Plot: In a quaint Norwegian town, faced with warm winters and fierce downpours, it appears to be hurtling toward another Ragnarok, a cataclysmic event from Norse mythology. However, the town’s fate might be altered if someone intervenes in time.
14- Dream Girl 2
- Release Date: 25th August 2023
- Where to Watch: Theatres
- Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Ananya Panday, Paresh Rawal
- Plot: Karam, aiming to lead a responsible life in the town of Mathura, unexpectedly finds himself falling in love with a woman named Pari. However, despite his efforts, life seems determined to thwart his serious intentions and keeps throwing obstacles in his path.
15- One Piece
- Release Date: 31st August 2023
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Cast: Inaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Taz Skylar, Peter Gadiot
- Plot: In this live-action adaptation of the beloved manga, the young pirate Monkey D. Luffy sets out on an extraordinary journey for treasure, accompanied by his peculiar crew and sporting his trademark straw hat.