Raksha Bandhan is a special festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. It’s the perfect time to enjoy movies that highlight family values and sibling relationships. South Indian cinema offers a range of films that beautifully depict the essence of sibling love and sacrifice. Here are seven South Indian films you should consider watching with your siblings this Raksha Bandhan.
1. Annavaram
Directed by Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao, Annavaram stars Pawan Kalyan and Asin. The story revolves around Annavaram, a blacksmith deeply devoted to his sister, Varalakshmi. After arranging her marriage to a man from the city, he discovers the city’s criminal elements that threaten her safety. Annavaram steps in to protect his sister and confronts the criminals, ensuring her safety. This film is a remake of the Tamil movie Thirupaachi.
2. Annaatthe
Annaatthe, directed by Siva, features Rajinikanth, Keerthy Suresh, and Nayanthara. The plot follows Kaaliyan, a village president who dotes on his sister, Thanga Meenakshi. When she moves to Kolkata after marriage and faces unknown threats, her brother comes to her rescue, showcasing their deep bond.
3. Thirupaachi
Directed by Perarasu, Thirupaachi is an action drama about Sivagiri, a blacksmith from a rural village who visits Chennai to see his sister. Witnessing the city’s crime and lawlessness, Sivagiri decides to take matters into his own hands. After local thugs murder his friend, he vows to eliminate the criminals and restore safety.
4. HanuMan
Prasanth Varma’s HanuMan (2024) is a superhero film centered around a strong brother-sister relationship. The protagonist, Hanumanthu (Teja Sajja), deeply cares for his sister Anjamma (Varalaxmi Sarathkumar). After she sacrifices her life to save him from goons, Hanumanthu uses Lord Hanuman’s power to protect his village. The film highlights the bond and sacrifices between siblings.
5. Namma Veettu Pillai
Namma Veettu Pillai, directed by Pandiraj, is a family drama starring Sivakarthikeyan. The story follows Arumpon, a protective brother who is forced to marry his sister Thulasi (Aishwarya Rajesh) to Ayyanar (Natty), a ruffian he dislikes. The film explores their relationship and challenges, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
6. Pandavar Bhoomi
Directed by Cheran, Pandavar Bhoomi explores the bond between siblings. The story follows Dhanasekar (Raj Kiran), who returns to his ancestral village after two decades to find his family home in disrepair. He hires an engineer, Tamizharasan (Arun Vijay), to rebuild the house. The film showcases the emotional struggles and strong connection between Dhanasekar and his sister.
7. Samudhiram
Samudhiram, directed by K. S. Ravikumar, centers on the strong bond between three brothers and their sister, Rasamani (Kaveri). A wealthy man from a neighboring village seeks revenge on the brothers by forcing Rasamani to marry his son, leading to a series of humiliations and loss. The film highlights the siblings’ efforts to overcome these challenges and stay united.
