Calling all South movie aficionados! Get ready to feast your eyes on a cinematic extravaganza like no other, because this weekend is bringing the heat with not just one, not two, but six incredible South movies hitting both theaters and OTT platforms! From heart-pounding action thrillers to heartwarming dramas, there’s something for everyone in this lineup. So grab your popcorn, cozy up on the couch, and prepare to be mesmerized by these must-watch releases that are sure to leave you wanting more!
1. Siren
Siren is a 2024 Tamil thriller movie written and directed by Antony Bhagyaraj, starring Jayam Ravi, Keerthi Suresh, and Anupama Parameswaran in prominent roles. It follows the story of an ex-ambulance driver Thilagan (Jayaram Ravi) who turns into a criminal after he walks out of jail on parole after 14 years of imprisonment and sets out to take revenge on his wrongdoers. The movie is dedicated to innocent prisoners in prison, with this the makers dare to challenge the system and question the legal system in India.Â
- Where to watch:Â Theatres
- Cast:Â Keerthy Suresh, Jayam Ravi, Anupama Parameswaran, Yogi Babu, Samuthirakani.
- Release Date:Â February 16th
2. Naa Saami Ranga
Naa Saami Ranga is a 2024 Telugu language action thriller directed by Vijay Binni. The movie had its theatrical debut on January 14, as a Sankranthi festival movie. The movie is an adaptation of the 2019 Malayalam film ‘Porinju Mariam Jose’, directed by Joshiy. The plot revolves around the lives of rowdy, aristocrats, three brothers are brought together by chance to navigate their love lives.Â
- Where to watch:Â Disney + Hotstar
- Cast:Â Nagarjuna Akkineni, Allari Naresh, Raj Tarun, Ashika Ranganath, Mirnaa.
- Release Date:Â February 15th.
3. BramayugamÂ
 Bramayugam is a spine-chilling Tamil Horror flick, that features the incredible Mammooty as its lead star. The story revolves around Thevan, a Paanan caste folk singer, whose life takes a mysterious turn after a dramatic escape from slavery. This escape leads him to stumble upon a long-lost ancient tradition that holds the power to reshape his destiny. Things take a terrifying twist when Thevan, against his will, finds himself in a life-or-death dice game, uncovering dark secrets within an ancestral Brahmin house. The plot unfolds as he desperately tries to break free from the traditions and escape the clutches of the ancestral mansion.”Â
- Where to watch:Â Theatres
- Cast:Â Mammootty, Amalda Liz, Sidharth Bharathan, Arjun Ashokan.
- Release Date:Â February 15th.
4. Abraham Ozler
Abraham Ozler is a Malayalam film that features Mammootty in an extended cameo. It also stars Arjun Ashokan, Anaswara Rajan, Anoop Menon and others in the prominent roles. The storyline of Abraham Ozler revolves around a veteran crop who is disturbed by the disappearance of his family. He takes up the investigation of the murder of an IT employee. Though the movie has failed to make a Significant impact at the box office, it is all set for its digital premiere.Â
- Where to watch:Â Disney + Hotstar
- Cast:Â Mammootty, Anaswara Rajan, Arjun Ashokan, Anoop Menon, Jayaram, Arya Salim, Jagadish, Saikumar.Â
- Release Date: February 16th
5. Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire (Hindi)
“Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire” is a Telugu action film that hit the screens in 2023. Crafted by the talented Prashanth Neel, the movie features the dynamic duo of Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles. The storyline revolves around a gang leader who, in a promise to a dying friend, takes on a rival criminal gang. The film has garnered immense popularity in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and English languages, setting new records and achieving blockbuster status with an astonishing worldwide collection of Rs 700 crore. After its success in regional languages, the Prabhas-starrer has now made its way to the Hindi audience through Disney+ Hotstar.
- Where to watch:Â Disney + Hotstar
- Cast:Â Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jagapathi Babu, Sriya Reddy, Shruti Haasan, Easwari Rao, Tinnu Anand.Â
- Release Date:Â February 16th
6. Bhamakalapam 2
‘Bhamakalapam 2’, crafted under the creative vision of Abhimanyu Tadimeti, features the dynamic trio of Priyamani, Saranya Pradeep, and Seerat Kapoor in pivotal roles. A thrilling sequel to the 2022 web film ‘Bhamakalapam,’ is now available on an OTT platform, and takes the audience on an exhilarating journey.
In ‘Bhamakalapam 2,’ Anupama (played by Priyamani) teams up with her resourceful maid, Shilpa (portrayed by Saranya Pradeep), who also owns a restaurant. They enter the intense 2023 cooking idol competition hosted by the formidable tycoon Antony Lobo (played by Anuj Gurwara), whose intentions are far from pure. As the story unfolds, Anupama becomes caught up in a dark web, coerced by the corrupt NCB officer Sadanand (played by Raghu Mukherjee) to steal the competition’s trophy. The film promises a gripping narrative filled with suspense and unexpected turns.
- Where to watch: Theatres
- Cast:Â Priyamani, Saranya Pradeep, Raghu Mukherjee, Seerat Kapoor, Anish Gurwara, Sundip Ved
- Release Date:Â February 16thÂ
Have you watched the movies yet? do tell us in the comments section below.Â
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