South Indian movies have gained immense popularity due to their unique storytelling, vibrant cinematography, and powerful performances. Offering rich action, drama, and emotions, these movies are widely loved.
Watching South Indian movies on weekends provides a perfect escape from the daily grind. With their diverse genres and engaging plots, these films promise a refreshing and enjoyable break.
Starring actors like Rajinikanth, Anveshi Jain, Dulquer Salmaan, and Amitabh Bachan, here is a selection of five movies from the South entertainment industry to binge this week:
1) Martin (Prime Video/Aha) Starring Dhruva Sarja, Vaibhavi Shandilya, Anveshi Jain, and Nikitin Dheer, and directed by A. P. Arjun, ‘Martin’ carries intense action and gripping performances.
The story follows IRS officer Arjun Saxena in a thrilling battle against an international crime boss, with a 144-minute runtime.
2) Vettaiyan (Prime Video) This movie features Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier and is directed by T.J. Gnanavel, known for shooting powerful performances.
Vettaiyan follows Rajnikanth’s SP Athiyan, an encounter specialist, as he navigates a complex case, combining action and drama.
3) Lucky Baskhar (Netflix) Starring Dulquer Salmaan, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Ramki, and Hyper Aadi, this film is known for its gripping performances and thrilling plot and is directed by Venky Atluri.
Lucky Baskhar follows a bank cashier who gets involved in financial scams to support his family, with the themes of ambition, morality, and redemption.
4) Bagheera (Netflix) Sriimurali, Rukmini Vasanth, Prakash Raj, and Achyuth Kumar star in this Kannada superhero movie that is directed by Dr. Suri.
Bagheera follows a virtuous police officer who becomes a masked vigilante to fight corruption and violence and features scenes heavy in action and combat.
5) ARM (Disney + Hotstar) The film stars Tovino Thomas in a triple role as Maniyan, Kunjikelu, and Ajayan. Directed by Jithin Laal, it also features Surabhi Lakshmi, Basil Joseph, and Krithi Shetty in key roles.
ARM spans three timelines—1900, 1950, and 1990—following the lives of three generations protecting a sacred treasure, in a blend of action, adventure, and drama.