5 new South Indian OTT releases to watch

The OTT space has been relatively quiet for South Indian movies and shows over the past few weeks. However, there are still some notable releases that deserve your attention, all from the comfort of your home. Without further ado, here is a list of the latest South Indian OTT releases:

5 South Indian OTT Releases

1. Paruvu

• Cast: Nivetha Pethuraj, Naresh Agastya, Nagababu Konidela
• Director: Siddharth Naidu and Rajshekar Vadlapati
• Where to Watch: ZEE5

"Paruvu" is a Telugu-language crime thriller series that delves into the topic of honor killings in the Amaravati and Godavari regions of Andhra Pradesh. This south indian ott release tackles socially and politically relevant issues while presenting a fast-paced thriller with numerous twists and turns. It stands out for its unique theme, strong writing, and outstanding performances by the lead actors.

2. Aranmanai 4

• Cast: Tamannaah Bhatia, Raashii Khanna, Sundar C.
• Director: Sundar C.
• Where to Watch: Disney+ Hotstar

"Aranmanai 4" is the fourth installment in director Sundar C.'s horror-comedy franchise. The film was a box office hit and one of the highest-grossing Tamil movies of 2024. The plot centers around a man investigating the mysterious circumstances of his sister's death, with much of the action unfolding in a spooky palace (Aranmanai).

3. Gam Gam Ganesha

• Cast: Anand Deverakonda, Pragathi Srivasthava, Nayan Sarika
• Director: Uday Bommisetty
• Where to Watch: Prime Video

After the success of "Baby," Anand Deverakonda returns with "Gam Gam Ganesha," a crime-comedy set during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The film intertwines various characters and plotlines to create an engaging story. Despite a decent effort, it didn't perform well at the box office but is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

4. PT Sir

• Cast: Hiphop Tamizha, Anikha Surendran, Kashmira Pardesi
• Director: Karthik Venugopalan
• Where to Watch: Prime Video

"PT Sir" is a Tamil sports drama featuring Hiphop Tamizha in the lead role. The story follows a young physical fitness trainer who introduces unique physical activities to children. An incident forces him to step up beyond his role as a PT teacher, turning the film into an emotional drama.

5. Rasavathi

• Cast: Arjun Das, Tanya Ravichandran
• Director: Santhakumar
• Where to Watch: Prime Video/Aha Tamil

"Rasavathi" is a Tamil romance drama featuring Arjun Das. Known for his strong presence in thriller dramas, Das delivers another impressive performance. The film, however, suffers from a predictable narrative. For those who enjoy slow-paced thrillers that take time to build a connection with the audience, "Rasavathi" is available on Prime Video and Aha Tamil.

These new south indian OTT releases offer a variety of genres and stories to explore, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy on OTT platforms.