South Indian OTT releases to explore this week
March 2025 is packed with exciting OTT releases across Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam languages. From Naga Chaitanya’s Thandel to Asif Ali’s Rekhachithram, here are the must-watch movies streaming this week.
Thandel (Telugu) – Netflix
Release Date: March 7, 2025
Thandel stars Naga Chaitanya as a rugged fisherman, Raju, and Sai Pallavi as Satya, his love interest. When Raju mistakenly crosses into Pakistani waters, he faces arrest, leading to a gripping tale of survival and love. With a soulful soundtrack by DSP, this film is a must-watch for Telugu movie lovers.
Rekhachithram (Malayalam) – SonyLIV, OTTplay Premium
Release Date: March 7, 2025
Asif Ali leads this thriller, playing cop Vivek, who reopens a 40-year-old case about a missing woman. With a unique approach to storytelling, Rekhachithram is a gripping watch for mystery lovers.
Vidaamuyarchi (Tamil) – Netflix
Release Date: March 3, 2025
This Ajith Kumar starrer is an intense action-drama directed by Magizh Thirumeni. The film follows a couple’s road trip that turns into a nightmare when the wife disappears. Despite mixed reactions in theatres, Vidaamuyarchi is now available for Tamil action fans.
Kudumbasthan (Tamil) – ZEE5, OTTplay Premium
Release Date: March 7, 2025
A family drama that revolves around a middle-class household struggling after the breadwinner loses his job. Directed by Rajeshwar Kalisamy, this film is a heartfelt portrayal of real-life struggles.
Njan Kandatha Sare (Malayalam) – Manorama Max
Release Date: March 7, 2025
A crime thriller starring Indrajith Sukumaran, this film follows a cab driver who gets entangled in a police murder case. Njan Kandatha Sare offers suspense, drama, and unexpected twists.
