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6 South OTT Releases This Week : DC, The Court, Bigg Boss South & More

SOUTH CINEMA  •  OTT RELEASES

6 South Releases to Watch on OTT This Week: Lokesh Kanagaraj’s DC to Varun Tej Konidela’s Korean Kanakaraju

Wondering what’s new to watch on OTT this week? From Tamil and Telugu thrillers to Malayalam cinema and four South Indian editions of Bigg Boss, here are six movies and shows arriving on streaming platforms this week.

📅 August 31, 2026 South Cinema OTT News

South OTT Releases This Week: South Indian cinema has a packed line-up of movies and shows arriving on streaming platforms this week. From action-packed Tamil films and Malayalam psychological thrillers to Telugu horror comedies and the return of popular reality television franchises, there is plenty for viewers to explore online.

If you are planning a weekend binge-watch or looking for something new across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada entertainment, these six South Indian releases deserve a place on your watchlist.

THIS WEEK’S OTT HIGHLIGHTS
6 New Releases
4 South Languages
5 OTT Platforms
SEPT 2–6 Streaming Window
01

DC

Lokesh Kanagaraj takes the lead in this action-packed Tamil entertainer, directed by Arun Matheswaran.

WATCH THE TRAILER
CAST Lokesh Kanagaraj, Wamiqa Gabbi, Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Thalaivasal Vijay, Avinash Raghudevan, Balaji Deviprasad, Sharath Raj, Kasthuri Raja
DIRECTOR Arun Matheswaran
GENRE Romantic Action
LANGUAGE Tamil
PLATFORM SunNXT
STREAMING DATE September 4, 2026

DC follows Devadas, a rebellious man who leads a small group while living according to his own moral code. His life changes dramatically after he stands up for a farmer’s family and becomes the target of a determined unit.

Devadas later falls in love with Parvathy, but tragedy changes the course of his life and strengthens his desire for revenge. He eventually meets Chandra, a woman who resembles Parvathy, and helps her escape from her troubled past.

As Devadas and Chandra find themselves surrounded by betrayal and relentless pursuit, he is forced to reconcile with his estranged father and fulfil a promise made to the farmer’s family before confronting the forces hunting him.

02

The Court

A romantic drama that explores family conflict, professional rivalry and the journey of a young woman searching for her own voice.

WATCH THE TRAILER
CAST Yogalakshmi, V. Jayaprakash, Arjun Syam Gopan
DIRECTOR Balaji Selvaraj
GENRE Romantic Drama
LANGUAGE Telugu
PLATFORM JioHotstar
STREAMING DATE September 4, 2026

The Court revolves around Yazhini, an idealistic young woman with a speech impediment who finds herself facing a complicated challenge involving her father, Raj Sekar, a celebrated veteran.

As the legal proceedings develop, the professional rivalry between the characters begins to expose deeper family tensions and vulnerabilities. Yazhini’s journey gradually becomes one of self-discovery as she attempts to overcome the circumstances surrounding her and find her true voice.

03

Bigg Boss South

Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada editions of the popular reality franchise are set to premiere together.

WATCH THE PROMO
HOSTS / STARS Nagarjuna Akkineni, Mohanlal, Kichcha Sudeepa, Vijay Sethupathi
GENRE Reality TV
LANGUAGES Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada
PLATFORM JioHotstar
STREAMING DATE September 6, 2026
FORMAT Reality Series

The four South Indian editions of Bigg Boss are set to begin their new seasons together, bringing a fresh group of contestants, challenges and dramatic moments to audiences.

A recently unveiled promo brought together Nagarjuna Akkineni, Mohanlal, Kichcha Sudeepa and Vijay Sethupathi, generating considerable attention ahead of the September 6 premiere.

For reality television fans, the simultaneous launch of the four language editions makes this one of the biggest South Indian streaming events of the week.

04

Unmadham

Kunchacko Boban leads this Malayalam psychological thriller filled with mystery, disturbing visions and blurred lines between reality and memory.

WATCH THE TRAILER
CAST Kunchacko Boban, Lijomol Jose, Siddique, Krishna Prabha, Vishak Nair, Sudheesh
DIRECTOR Kiran Das
GENRE Psychological Thriller
LANGUAGE Malayalam
PLATFORM SonyLIV
STREAMING DATE September 4, 2026

Unmadham follows Shelly, an officer who dreams of becoming a screenwriter but is forced to continue with his regular job because of financial pressures.

After being transferred to a remote station, Shelly discovers a forgotten mystery surrounding the disappearance of a young woman. Intrigued by the case, he begins investigating it with the hope of eventually turning the mystery into a screenplay.

However, the investigation soon begins to affect his own psychological state. Disturbing visions and nightmares blur the boundaries between reality and memory, while his relationship with his wife Soumya comes under increasing pressure.

As Shelly gets closer to the truth, the investigation becomes a deeply personal journey that forces him to confront both the hidden reality and its psychological consequences.

05

Ananthan Kaadu

A Malayalam action thriller set in the late 1980s and early 1990s, featuring Arya and Murali Gopy in key roles.

WATCH THE TRAILER
CAST Arya, Murali Gopy, Dev Mohan, Indrans, Appani Sarath, Nikhila Vimal, Vijayaraghavan
DIRECTOR Jiyen Krishnakumar
GENRE Action Thriller
LANGUAGE Malayalam
PLATFORM ManoramaMAX
STREAMING DATE September 2, 2026

Set during the late 1980s and early 1990s, Ananthan Kaadu follows four close-knit friends from a struggling neighbourhood in a state capital.

United by their dreams of building a better future, the four friends navigate changing circumstances, complicated relationships and the challenges created by their surroundings.

The period setting and friendship-driven narrative give the film a distinct backdrop, while its action-thriller elements add another layer to the story.

06

Korean Kanakaraju

Varun Tej Konidela headlines this Indo-Korean horror comedy packed with possession, supernatural chaos and unexpected adventures.

WATCH THE TRAILER
CAST Varun Tej Konidela, Ritika Nayak, Satya, Sunil Varma, Daksha Nagarkar, VTV Ganesh, Mahesh Achanta, Srinivas Avasarala
DIRECTOR Merlapaka Gandhi
GENRE Horror Comedy
LANGUAGE Telugu
PLATFORM Netflix
STREAMING DATE September 4, 2026

Korean Kanakaraju follows Kanakaraju, a hot-tempered yet carefree young man who runs a traditional Bhajana troupe while supporting his family.

His life takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally drinks from a mysterious vessel containing the remains of a Korean man. He subsequently becomes possessed by the man’s spirit and begins gaining extraordinary abilities whenever Korea is mentioned.

In an attempt to break free from the possession, Kanakaraju travels to South Korea with his love interest Chaitra and his photographer friend Krishnappa.

What follows is a chaotic adventure involving unexpected encounters, danger and a supernatural mystery. Kanakaraju must uncover the spirit’s unfinished mission while trying to regain control over his own life.

QUICK OTT GUIDE

South OTT Releases This Week At A Glance

Title Language Genre Platform Date
DC Tamil Romantic Action SunNXT Sep 4
The Court Telugu Romantic Drama JioHotstar Sep 4
Bigg Boss South 4 Languages Reality TV JioHotstar Sep 6
Unmadham Malayalam Psychological Thriller SonyLIV Sep 4
Ananthan Kaadu Malayalam Action Thriller ManoramaMAX Sep 2
Korean Kanakaraju Telugu Horror Comedy Netflix Sep 4
CINEKOLKATA WATCHLIST

Which South OTT Release Should You Watch?

FOR ACTION FANS

DC

A strong option for viewers looking for action, revenge and emotional drama.

FOR THRILLER FANS

Unmadham

A psychological mystery built around disturbing visions and an unresolved disappearance.

FOR COMEDY LOVERS

Korean Kanakaraju

A supernatural comedy combining possession, adventure and Indo-Korean elements.

FOR REALITY TV FANS

Bigg Boss South

Four South Indian language editions arriving together with new contestants and challenges.

FINAL WORD

A Packed Week For South Indian OTT Audiences

From the action-driven world of DC to the psychological mystery of Unmadham, this week’s South Indian OTT line-up offers plenty of variety.

Telugu audiences can look forward to The Court and Korean Kanakaraju, while Malayalam cinema gets two notable additions with Unmadham and Ananthan Kaadu.

Meanwhile, the simultaneous launch of the four Bigg Boss South editions is likely to be one of the week’s biggest reality television events.

With releases arriving between September 2 and September 6, 2026, South Indian OTT viewers have plenty of options to choose from for their next binge-watch.

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