South Indian Movies Released in December 2025

· Kannada

A couple wants to name their would-be child "Clouds".

Action · Malayalam

A chef-in-disguise assassin from Japan and a Kerala cop converge on one colony, each pursuing the same target with their own motives.

Thriller · Mystery · Tamil

A psychiatrist evaluating a self-confessed serial killer unravels a twisted web of trauma, deceit, and psychological manipulation—only to question if the killer is truly guilty or just another victim in a larger, darker game.

Drama · Thriller · Malayalam

Crime · Drama · Malayalam

Early 2010s. A routine Kerala Police inquiry in the quiet village of Kottayikonam takes an unexpected turn when a trail of seemingly minor clues unravels into a string of disturbing cases. The investigation soon crosses into Tamil Nadu, revealing unsolved mysteries that have lingered for years.

Crime · Mystery · Thriller · Malayalam

A police officer investigates pattern killings in Calicut, discovering a vengeful killer's scheme. As he unravels the truth, he faces a moral dilemma between law and justice for a bereaved parent.

Drama · Kannada

Amid the misty hills of Sakleshpur, Karnataka, Valavaara unfolds as a sweeping coming-of-age drama about brotherhood, loyalty, and the weight of responsibility. Kundeshi, a quiet boy from a struggling farming family, has always lived in the shadow of his younger brother, Kosudi - their father's clear favorite. When the boys take their pregnant cow out to graze, it vanishes into the countryside and tramples a neighbor's field, setting off a desperate search. With their father's return looming, Kundeshi must track down the animal before disaster strikes. His journey through rugged terrain and simmering family tensions forces him to confront his own insecurities and discover what it truly means to grow up. Lyrical and emotionally charged, Valavaara is a poignant portrait of rural childhood, responsibility, and the fragile bonds that hold families together.

Action · Drama · Malayalam

After being released from prison for a murder he did not commit, a man quickly learns that crime and injustice are still rife in his hometown.

Horror · Mystery · Drama · Malayalam

Lonely and desperate, an elderly matriarch will go to any length to be reunited with her beloved granddaughter.

Drama · Tamil

In a remote, rustic mid-90s village in Tamil Nadu, An elderly widow fights to save her sense of individuality when her younger son demands that she wear a blouse to impress his prospective in-laws.

Action · Drama · Comedy · Kannada

Rajashekar (Chief Minister of Karnataka) is framed, so his secretary recruits Krishna, a kindhearted lookalike, to impersonate the violent heir Dhanush. When the real Dhanush returns, both men clash for political power and Rukmini’s love. Krishna must protect Rukmini from Dhanush while also rising as a leader the people trust.

Action · Drama · Telugu

When all hope died, Akhanda arrived. He saved his family, protected his people, killed the wrongdoers, and retreated into isolation. But years later, new threats emerge putting the world in danger. And as the world burns, Akhanda returns.

Comedy · Malayalam

Four students at strict Liberty Engineering College encounter a gangster who sneaks in as a motivational speaker. The stern principal watches everyone closely as events unfold.

Thriller · Drama · Telugu

A seemingly ordinary ten rupees note, used in hawala transactions, goes missing after an unexpected accident. What begins as a simple search quickly spirals into chaos, as multiple people chase the same note each driven by greed, secrets.

Drama · Malayalam

Lord Ayyappa takes human form to stop terrorists targeting a major temple. The National Anti-Terrorist Squad and Indian Army launch a joint operation to counter the planned attack.

Adventure · Action · Tamil

Mahasenha is a mythological jungle thriller set in the mystichills of Kurangani, where an ancient Yaali sculpture, worshipped by the tribal villagers as a divine protector, becomes the center of a high-stakes conflict. The film delivers a powerful message : Faith is not just belief-its protection.

Comedy · Malayalam

In a Kerala village, jobless Pappu juggles clearing his academic backlogs, wooing his crush, and dealing with family troubles amid local mayhem

Thriller · Drama · Telugu

When a powerful media tycoon becomes the target of an anonymous hacker, his world begins to collapse. What starts as a cyberattack soon escalates into a high-stakes battle threatening his reputation, wealth, and loved ones. Trapped in a deadly mind game, he must fight back before everything he owns is destroyed.

Drama · Malayalam

David has spent days without sleep, craving someone to talk to. One night, a lost traveler arrives at his door. David insists he stay, and their small talk begins. But what starts as a way to calm his anxiety soon grows into something far beyond his control.

Drama · Thriller · Malayalam

A young ghostwriter finds his quiet life at a remote estate suddenly disrupted when he encounters a woman who has suffered a terrible ordeal. As they navigate the aftermath together, their shared experience creates an unexpected bond that challenges them both in profound ways. This atmospheric character drama explores how two strangers, brought together by circumstance, discover strength and connection in the face of life's darkest moments.

Comedy · Action · Malayalam

After the Chief Minister of Kerala is kidnapped, a determined investigator is brought in to track down the mysterious abductor, uncovering hidden motives and secrets behind the crime.

Thriller · Telugu

When tragedy strikes twice, Bhavya refuses to remain a victim. Visually impaired, she is drawn into a perilous hunt for the truth behind the mysterious deaths of her husband & twin sister - uncovering a dark world where nothing is as it seems.

Comedy · Crime · Telugu

A rootless young man grappling with his past faces a pivotal moment where goals, memories, and relationships intersect. New encounters challenge his perspective, pushing him to examine his identity and future path.

· Telugu

An orphan discovers her neighbor's seemingly perfect life is a lie.

Thriller · Drama · Tamil

Sita tries to live an honest and truthful life following all religious and social norms of her upbringing while unraveling the true agenda of men around her. In this process, she emerges victorious as a strong and brave woman.

Thriller · Mystery · Tamil

When tragedy strikes twice, Bhavya refuses to remain a victim. Visually impaired, she is drawn into a perilous hunt for the truth behind the mysterious deaths of her husband & twin sister - uncovering a dark world where nothing is as it seems.

Horror · Mystery · Drama · Malayalam

Short film about a man who reflects on death, loneliness, hope and despair through poetic language and short stories.

Romance · Drama · Telugu

In a remote village, over a single day, four characters respond differently to the death of an upper-caste man named Shivaji.

Comedy · Family · Malayalam

An atheist priest's life is upended after performing an exorcism, bonding with a charming spirit who helps him pursue music and heal his past.

Drama · Romance · Tamil

As he transfers a young convict from prison to court, a police officer learns about the chain of events that led to the young man's conviction for violence.

Action · Kannada

A captivating new project by Suraj Production and the Magical Composer’s Debut film, #45Themovie is set to redefine the cinema-watching experience with its unique narrative and compelling performances.

History · Drama · Telugu

An aspiring football star desperately seeks a way to travel to England to play for a famous team, but his journey leads him to a village waging a bloody conflict.

Romance · Drama · Malayalam

Sanal departs Cochin Airport in the rain, journeying through Idukki's landscapes to meet Leena and fulfil their dream, while their hearts weave through shared memories of joy and sorrow.

Action · Drama · Malayalam

What happens if two sworn enemies from a previous life are reborn as father-son in a new birth?

Action · Horror · Thriller · Telugu

When a meteor crashes into the highly superstitious village of Shambhala in the 1980s, strange supernatural events unfold, forcing an atheist scientist to face an ancient horror-one that science can't explain or escape.

Drama · Comedy · Romance · Telugu

Three friends bond and their coming of age graph against a backdrop of kite-flying as a sports event.

Horror · Thriller · Telugu

Four friends set out to challenge blind beliefs, only to be drawn into a mysterious spiritual encounter that changes their lives forever.

Action · Thriller · Kannada

Mark is suspended from his police duties for his unruly yet effective ways of operating, but when 18 children are abducted and found dead, races to catch the criminals. With only 18 hours left, he must confront powerful foes and use unconventional tactics to succeed.

Romance · Drama · Malayalam

Two young lovers from opposing social classes navigate prejudice and family expectations in modern-day society, as their forbidden romance challenges deep-rooted traditions.

Romance · Drama · Thriller · Telugu

What begins as a happy reunion for Arjun and Navya quickly turns dark when a private video is leaked, and an unknown caller uses it to blackmail them. Trapped by him, Arjun is pushed into doing crimes. As love, fear, and guilt collide. Will the truth finally come out, or will the unseen enemy win once again?