South Indian Movies Released in January 2026

· Kannada

A popular travel vlogger, Prithvi, uncovers a dark secret about his own family. His search for the truth leads him to his estranged father, setting him on a journey of self-discovery. Does Prithvi Find Closure? Does Destination Meet Destiny?

Action · Thriller · Tamil

Entire Story takes place over a single night. It revolves around Jansi and her 8yr old child, who gets trapped between third world war tensions and dangereous men Lal Chetta, Khan Bhai & Ranga Reddy. These men far more dangerous than wild animals. The Note film thrillingly portraits by how Jansi uses her intelligence to escape and bring everything to an end.

Drama · Action · Telugu

A descendant of the Vanara clan is pushed into conflict when a modern-day Ravana seizes his only bike for an election rally. What starts as a petty injustice soon erupts into a fierce fight for self-respect and dignity

Comedy · Tamil

A rough person from madurai, an educated person from thiruchchi, and a curiosity disorder person from chennai and there was a situation where these three persons had to fall in love with two elder sisters and one younger sister. and there was competition and challenges arise but the rest of the story was about whom the sisters will fall in love and get married. this is a full-length comedy film and love story named kaaka.

Comedy · Horror · Fantasy · Telugu

Seeking his lost grandfather, a young man enters a haunted mansion and awakens a family curse powerful enough to upend both his life and reality.

History · Drama · Action · Tamil

In a time of civil disobedience in the erstwhile Madras state, a ruthless intelligent officer turns up with a duty to track down rebels. Chezhian and his brother Chinndurai are of different personalities, one a hardworking fireman, the other a rebel. A deadly game of cat and mouse ensues as Chezhian is forced to abandon his peaceful ways to protect his people and takes on the mighty forces, culminating in a fierce battle for justice.

Crime · Comedy · Malayalam

A group of men realize that they are all the victim of the same serial wedding scammer.

Action · Comedy · Mystery · Telugu

National security officer Vara Prasad, protecting his estranged wife and kids from a vengeful ex-cop, sees it as a chance to rebuild their relationship after six years apart.

Drama · Tamil

An anthology film centered on the divine grace and miracles of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, showcasing how faith transforms lives, featuring stories of a mischievous man's redemption and a village facing floods, emphasizing universal love and divinity, not a specific religion

Family · Drama · Comedy · Telugu

What begins as a casual fling between a married man, Ram a.k.a Satya and Manasa in the middle of an international business trip, balloons into an out-of-the-blue mess when the latter lands in Hyderabad, disrupting Ram’s otherwise stable marriage with Balamani.

Comedy · Action · Tamil

After being raised as the reincarnation of a famous actor, a man finds himself clashing with his grandfather's expectations of him.

Comedy · Romance · Telugu

A lazy, entitled brat who wants to lead an easy life is in for a rude shock that changes the course of his life.

Romance · Drama · Comedy · Telugu

A young man's life turns upside down when he finds himself caught between two women, leading to an unexpected love triangle filled with emotions, misunderstandings, and tough decisions. As relationships intertwine, he must confront his feelings, face reality, and choose what truly matters, blending romance with heartfelt family drama.

Drama · Kannada

An elderly man refuses to abandon his forest home. His silent resistance contrasts with a society that values statistical progress over human connection.

Drama · Kannada

Set in a vibrant rural community, the film follows Balanna, a devout man dedicated to his spiritual duties despite personal hardships like illiteracy and financial struggles. He finds joy in uplifting others, especially his academically gifted daughter. His life changes when he receives a mobile phone, opening a world of Yakshagana performances and digital possibilities. However, his innocence leads him into a scam, costing him his savings and his revered status in the village. As his world unravels, even his spiritual duties falter, shaking the community’s faith. A poignant tale of trust, resilience, and the clash between tradition and technology, the film explores Balanna’s struggle to rebuild and rediscover faith amid loss.

Comedy · Drama · Tamil

A village official attending a wedding becomes entangled in an escalating family dispute over power and old resentments, testing his leadership as he tries to contain the situation.

Horror · Comedy · Malayalam

A haunted cemetery draws attention away from the real supernatural force lurking in a nearby hostel, where three students become entangled with an unexplained energy.

Drama · Malayalam

The first still-image feature in India, inspired by Vyloppilli Sreedhara Menon's 1958 poem. It portrays marginalized lives held in an illegitimate detention centre, using dry leaves and storms as metaphors. An omniscient narrator from an undefined future recalls fragments lost to censorship, inviting others to complete the story. Through static images, memories, and voices, the film reflects on art, poverty, imagination, divinity, and power.

Action · Drama · Comedy · Malayalam

In the heart of Fort Kochi, three brothers and their crew of unlikely misfits stumble into the wild world of WWE-style costumed wrestling. What begins as a scrappy hustle soon explodes into a riot of masks, egos, and full-blown madness, all set against the backdrop of a city that never plays by the rules. But can their brotherhood survive when the real fight begins outside the ropes?

Thriller · Telugu

When crime anchor Sandhya’s best friend is found dead under suspicious circumstances, she embarks on a dangerous investigation that collides with a dark past. As secrets unravel, Sandhya must face her trauma and rise as a fearless voice for the silenced.

Drama · Thriller · Malayalam

On a Christmas night, a guilt-ridden hospital attendant and a determined rookie cop race against time to recover a kidnapped newborn, unaware that the woman who took the baby is fighting a heartbreaking battle to finally call a child her own.

Action · Telugu

Hindu Atankwad and the Honey Trap is a film about a character named Ram who tries to stop terrorists from stealing a scientific formula. The movie explores themes of patriotism, cultural identity, and the fight against terrorism

Comedy · Romance · Drama · Tamil

The film is about an aspiring Director, who pitches her three different stories, that depict some pressing ideological and social issues in the society, to a producer with whom she also has an hidden agenda.

Comedy · Drama · Malayalam

Haunted by childhood loss, a quiet young man from rural Idukki finds love with an introverted woman he meets by chance. When prejudice and misunderstanding threaten to separate them, a heartfelt public confession turns resistance into acceptance and leads them toward a hopeful future.

Drama · Kannada

A man who stopped believing in God after tragedy is guided back to faith through a mysterious event shaped by someone else's deep devotion .It's a journey of lost hope, the longing, and divine realization with thriller, mysterious journey.

Action · Drama · History · Tamil

In 14th century AD, people were suffering from the brutality of the Madurai Sultanate and the Delhi Sultan. The Hoysala Emperor Vallalar III protected his empire and people with diplomacy. The sacrifice and betrayal of some changed the course of a kingdom. Insidious interventions disrupt the lives of people and the stability of the state.

Action · Tamil

The film Jackie is based on the ancient goat fighting tradition of Madurai. In a village in Madurai, Ramar and Karthi enter their goats into a goat fight competition. Ramars goat wins the competition. Envious, Karthi tries to take revenge on Ramar and his goat, causing various troubles for Ramar. Ramar thwarts these attempts and protects his goat.

Comedy · Tamil

A young, unemployed graduate Mahadev's struggles to land a job through any means possible and crosses paths with a businessman and petty thief.

Thriller · Tamil

During a national emergency, Anita finds herself isolated at home while facing personal challenges. As she adapts to the new reality, an unexpected situation tests her resilience and changes her perspective on life.

Comedy · Telugu

Prashanthi gives up her dreams for love, only to fall into abusive relationships first with her lecturer and later with her husband, Omkar, who pretends to support her but turns violent and manipulative. After enduring trauma, betrayal, and a heartbreaking miscarriage, she secretly strengthens herself, escapes his control, and rebuilds her life by starting a successful business. When Omkar's abuse becomes public and reaches court, she refuses divorce, not out of love, but to ensure no other woman suffers the same fate

Horror · Comedy · Malayalam

A group of students' lives are thrown into chaos after one of them is possessed by the spirit of an elderly woman.

Horror · Tamil

Granny is an upcoming film directed by Vijaya Kumara, starring Vadivukkarasi, Dhileepan, Singampuli, Gaja Raja, Ananthu Nag, and Aparna in prominent roles.

Crime · Thriller · Drama · Malayalam

A police officer being investigated for his role in a woman’s death rushes to save his son from her vengeful father.

Romance · Drama · Malayalam

Unfolding over the course of a single night. It captures a fleeting phase in a young couple’s relationship — moments of closeness, uncertainty, and love, just before life pulls them in different directions.

Action · Drama · Romance · Telugu

Three childhood friends whose bond is fractured by caste divisions and challenging circumstances. A pivotal incident disrupts their lives and relationships.

Action · Adventure · Thriller · Kannada

Deep in a jungle homeland, a sacred tribe and a devoted mahout live in harmony with nature. When a ruthless smuggler threatens their land, divine signs and human courage unite the villagers and forest rangers in resistance.

Action · Tamil

Set against the backdrop of jallikattu culture. Two men's lives intersect - one from Chennai who owns a Pulsar motorcycle and another from Madurai with a bull named Karuppu.

Crime · Mystery · Drama · Malayalam

Four respected young men in a village face disruption and conflicts after a salesgirl's arrival.

Mystery · Thriller · Tamil

A woman is talking to a man about a plan. The man says that he needs to kill someone, but the woman says that he should not do it. The woman is shocked and does not know what to do. Then, the woman was bound and gagged by the man

Drama · Tamil

Mayilaa embarks on a journey as a travelling salesperson in Southern India to fulfil her expensive obligations. The only problem: she doesn’t know how to sell. A sharp yet heartwarming tale of a mother-daughter duo finding their feet on the road.