Souvik Saha
South Indian cinema has an exciting lineup of films arriving in theatres this week. If you’re wondering what to watch, here are seven new releases to check out.
1. I’m Game
Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Antony Varghese Pepe, Kathir, Mysskin, Kayadu Lohar, Samyuktha, Vinay Forrt
Director: Nahas Hidayath | Genre: Action Thriller | Language: Malayalam | Release Date: September 3, 2026
I’m Game follows Dan John, a carefree man who makes easy money and lives life on the edge. His life takes a wild turn after a hand transplant; the new hand appears driven by a mysterious desire for revenge linked to its previous owner.
2. Ramba Oorvasi Menaka
Cast: Allari Naresh, Surbhi, Rashi Singh, Vishnu Priya Bhimeneni, Prisha Singh, Naresh Vijaya Krishna, Vennela Kishore
Director: Chandra Mohan Chintada | Genre: Fantasy Comedy | Language: Telugu | Release Date: September 4, 2026
Ramba Oorvasi Menaka follows Suri, an ordinary man from Rajahmundry who spends 15 years following his father’s unusual instructions to bring three legendary celestial women into his life. When Rambha, Urvashi and Menaka arrive on Earth without their powers, Suri faces chaotic and humorous consequences, including tensions with his girlfriend and his mother’s health crisis.
3. Delivery Boy
Cast: Leo Sivakumar, Radikaa Sarathkumar, Brigida Saga, Kaali Venkat, Jenson Dhivakar, Matheswaran Sellappan
Director: Nani Darla | Genre: Action Drama | Language: Tamil | Release Date: September 4, 2026
Delivery Boy centers on a young food delivery rider who dreams of becoming an officer while trying to save his critically injured mother. After stealing money from a stranger out of desperation, he later discovers the same person has been falsely accused in a serious incident. Haunted by his past, the rider risks everything to protect the person whose life he unknowingly changed.
4. Dharmasthala Niyojakavargam
Cast: Suman, Saikumar Pudipeddi, Nataraj Peri, Rayancha Kokkura, Vithika Sheru, Rajiv Kanakala
Director: Jai Jnana Prabha Thota | Genre: Action Drama | Language: Telugu | Release Date: September 4, 2026
Dharmasthala Niyojakavargam tells the story of Eeswaraiah, a humble tea-stall owner devastated by the death of his principled son Bhadri, who stood up to illegal activities. Guided by Bhadri’s lecturer Arundhati, Eeswaraiah finds the courage to fight powerful forces and enters a high-stakes event determined to honor his son’s legacy.
5. Romanchakam
Cast: Sumanth Prabhas, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Upendra Limaye
Director: Venu Gopal Reddy | Genre: Romantic Comedy | Language: Telugu | Release Date: September 3, 2026
Romanchakam follows Anvesh, an engineering graduate who launches a dating app to prove his entrepreneurial skills. While helping others find love, he struggles to win over the woman he loves. As his startup collapses and financial troubles mount, Anvesh finds himself caught in a series of misadventures.
6. Immortal
Cast: GV Prakash Kumar, Kayadu Lohar, TM Karthik, Kumar Natarajan, Lollu Sabha Maaran, Aaditya Kathir, Arshu Maharjan
Director: Mariyappan Chinna | Genre: Romantic Horror | Language: Tamil | Release Date: September 4, 2026
Immortal follows Mahi, a carefree young man who moves into a shared apartment with the beautiful and mysterious Sindhu. His attraction turns into obsession as a supernatural entity begins hunting him inside the apartment. Mahi uncovers Sindhu’s centuries-old secret of immortality and must confront both his troubled mind and the ancient force threatening his life.
7. Life Ellind Ellige
Cast: Lenin, Krish, Manjunath ND, Anuprema, Jessika Diana, Chaitra
Director: Arjun Shivan | Genre: Comedy Drama | Language: Kannada | Release Date: September 3, 2026
Life Ellind Ellige follows three lifelong friends with contrasting personalities who embark on an emotional and humorous road trip that tests and redefines their relationships.
These are some of the new South Indian films arriving in theatres this week.
