Fans of South Indian movies may expect a visual feast in the second half of August. A number of eagerly awaited films that formerly enthralled viewers in theatres are about to make their digital debuts on well-known streaming services.
1. In the grimy Tamil action-crime movie “Raayan,” Dhanush assumes the director’s chair and guides the ensemble. The narrative centres on Kathavaraayan Raayan, the owner of a fast-food restaurant thrown into a deadly gang conflict, and is set in the colourful streets of North Chennai. “Raayan,” which stars S J Suryah and Selvaraghavan among its brilliant cast, promises thrilling action sequences and powerful performances as Raayan battles to defend his family.
2. Get ready for “Kalki 2898 AD,” a mind-bending trip into the future. Featuring an all-star ensemble that includes Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani, this Telugu sci-fi extravaganza is directed by Nag Ashwin. Inspired by Hindu teachings, the post-apocalyptic film follows a selected group on a dangerous mission to save a kid who might hold the key to humanity’s future. Date of Release: 23 August 2024 Network: Netflix
3. Date of Manamey’s OTT Release ‘Manamey’ provides a pleasant Telugu romantic comedy-drama for those who are looking for something lighter. Starring Sharwanand and Krithi Shetty, the film is directed by Sriram Adittya and draws inspiration from the American film “Life As We Know It.” When “Manamey” was released in theatres, it received mixed reviews from critics, but it was a box office triumph, earning over ₹21.50 crore. Date of Release: 23 August 2024 Disney+ Hotstar is the platform.
4. Date of Manorathangal’s OTT Release “Manorathangal,” an anthology series that adapts nine short stories by well-known author MT Vasudevan Nair, is the main attraction in Malayalam film. A who’s who of Keralan cinema, including Mammootty, Mohanlal, and Fahadh Faasil, can be seen in this literary feast. Kannada audio for the series will also be accessible, as a concession to increased accessibility. Date of Release: August 15, 2024; Channel: Zee5 Don’t Miss: Kannada films on Netflix, Prime, and Disney+ Hotstar are among this week’s new OTT releases (August 14-19)
