From Maareesan To Thalaivan Thalaivii: A Complete List Of South And Regional OTT Releases This Week

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From thrillers and satires to family sagas and romances, here's the complete list of South Indian movies and shows streaming across OTT this week.
From high-stakes thrillers and courtroom dramas to heartfelt family sagas and biting satires, South Indian and regional cinema are delivering a rich mix of stories on streaming this week. Here's a neatly curated guide to what's dropping across Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5, Sun NXT, aha, Lionsgate Play, Simply South, and more.
1. Maareesan – Netflix | August 22
A gritty drama with shades of morality and greed, Maareesan follows a criminal who helps an Alzheimer's patient escape his house. But his motives are selfish—he only wants to see how much money he can extract from the vulnerable old man. What begins as a cold-blooded scheme gradually transforms into a complex journey of survival and connection.
2. Akkenam – aha Tamil | August 15
Starring Keerthi Pandiyan, Arun Pandian, and Aditya Shivpink, this Tamil drama explores ambition, loyalty, and power struggles. Written and directed by Uday K, Akkenam presents a layered narrative where relationships are tested against moral dilemmas and societal conflicts.
3. Yaadhum Ariyaan – Simply South, aha Tamil | August 15
Appu Kutty, Thambi Ramaiah, and Dinesh headline Yaadhum Ariyaan (aka Yaadhumariyaan), a heartfelt Tamil drama directed by M. Gopi. With music by Dharma Prakash, the film captures human resilience, struggles, and deep emotional bonds that anchor us through life's storms.
4. Soothravakyam – Lionsgate Play | August 21
Inspector Christo Xavier transforms his police station into a community center while mentoring young students. But a missing person case soon tests his ideals and brings him face-to-face with grim realities. Soothravakyam balances social sensitivity with the grit of an investigative thriller.
5. Shodha – ZEE5 | August 22
This psychological thriller blurs reality and illusion as Rohith files a missing person's complaint for his wife after an accident. When police find her alive, he denies she's his wife and accuses her of being an imposter. The case unravels shocking truths that keep audiences guessing till the end.
6. Thalaivan Thalaivii – Prime Video (OTTplay) | August 22
An intense emotional saga, Thalaivan Thalaivii examines the passionate and anarchic love story of two fiercely independent souls. Romance, conflict, and rebellion intertwine in this layered drama of love and chaos.
7. Kapata Nataka Sutradhari – Sun NXT | August 22
A satirical take on power and injustice, Kapata Nataka Sutradhari employs wit and irony to highlight societal biases. With its humorous yet biting tone, the film tackles politics and prejudice in a refreshing way.
8. Kolahalam – Sun NXT | August 22
Chaos and comedy unfold within 16 hours between a man's death and his funeral. When a thief barges in, preparations spiral into hilariously failed escape attempts. Kolahalam mixes laughter with a sharp social message that cuts across political divides.
9. Aamar Boss – ZEE5 | August 22
A quirky Bengali drama set around a unique idea—an office-based old-age crèche created by the boss' mother. Beyond boosting productivity, it fosters warmth and inclusivity at the workplace, reshaping both family and professional dynamics.
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