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News18
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
From Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala To Parandhu Po: Complete South OTT Watchlist This Week
Last Updated: Discover the latest South OTT releases for August 2025, including Janaki V vs State of Kerala, Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal, Nadikar, Parandhu Po, and more. From sharp courtroom dramas to heartfelt road trips, chaotic buddy comedies to biting industry satires, this week's South OTT lineup promises something for every kind of cinephile. Here's a detailed look at the releases you can stream right now. 1. Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal Release Date: August 14, 2025 Nearly two months after its theatrical run, the Malayalam dramedy makes its OTT debut. Directed by S Vipin and starring Anaswara Rajan, the film unfolds in the wake of Savithri Amma's death, triggering a chain of chaotic, emotional, and occasionally hilarious events for her family. It's a witty and warm exploration of relationships, grief, and the eccentricities that surface when relatives gather under one roof. 2. Janaki V vs State of Kerala Release Date: August 15, 2025 In this searing Malayalam courtroom drama, an IT professional's vacation to her hometown turns into a nightmare when she is assaulted and left pregnant. The legal battle that follows questions the fairness of the judicial process, systemic biases, and societal treatment of survivors. Unflinching and hard-hitting, the film demands introspection. 3. Nadikar Platform: Saina Play Release Date: August 8, 2025 Tovino Thomas headlines this satire-drama about a fading superstar confronting his own relevance. With a mix of humour and poignancy, Nadikar takes audiences behind the velvet curtain of stardom to show the fragility of fame and the human struggles beneath the spotlight. 4. Badmashulu Platform: ETV Win Release Date: August 8, 2025 Two bumbling friends, Tirupati and Mutyalu, land themselves in jail after a string of petty crimes. Instead of turning over a new leaf, they double down on mischief—even inside the police station. Assigned to reform them is a weary cop, setting the stage for a laugh-out-loud comedy of errors. 5. Oho Enthan Baby Platform: Netflix Release Date: August 8, 2025 When a filmmaker turns his heartbreak into a creative project, art and life blur in unexpected ways. This Tamil drama explores the fine line between personal pain and artistic expression, forcing its protagonist to confront bigger questions about purpose and future. 6. Parandhu Po Platform: JioHotstar Release Date: August 8, 2025 This tender Tamil drama follows a father and son on a road trip that becomes a journey of reconnection. Filled with scenic landscapes, emotional revelations, and moments of quiet reflection, Parandhu Po is as much about the roads traveled as the relationships mended. 7. Maaman Platform: ZEE5 Global Release Date: August 8, 2025 An emotional Tamil family drama centring on the bond between a devoted uncle and his nephew. The film delves into themes of sacrifice, duty, and the complicated love that binds extended families together through generations. 8. Mothevari Love Story Platform: ZEE5 Release Date: August 8, 2025 In rural Telangana, two young lovers elope, hoping for freedom. But long-buried family secrets and entrenched social divides threaten to shatter their plans. A romantic drama with tension simmering beneath every scene. 9. Hebbuli Cut Platform: Sun NXT Release Date: August 8, 2025 Set against a backdrop of caste discrimination, this poignant drama follows a young boy who idolises Sudeep's iconic Hebbuli hairstyle. His hero-worship clashes with societal prejudices, creating a moving commentary on identity and acceptance. view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 18:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Tovino Thomas' Nadikar Now Available On OTT: When And Where To Watch
Last Updated: Starring Tovino Thomas and Bhavana, the 2024 Malayalam film arrived on digital platforms almost 15 months after hitting theatres. Tovino Thomas' 2024 Malayalam film Nadikar has finally arrived on OTT, ending a long period of uncertainty for fans. Directed by Jean Paul Lal, aka Lal Jr., the film started streaming on Saina Play from August 8 this year, nearly 15 months after its theatrical release on May 3 last year. When it first hit cinemas, Nadikar struggled to find success and ended up being a rare flop for Tovino Thomas. Despite its poor box-office performance, the mystery around its OTT debut kept the film in the conversation for over a year. With the digital premiere now live, audiences have a fresh chance to judge the satirical drama for themselves. Long Road to Digital Release The delay in Nadikar's OTT release was unusual, especially in an era where films often hit streaming platforms within weeks of their theatrical run. For over a year, there was little to no news about when the movie would arrive online. That silence was broken when Saina Play announced the release date on social media, writing: 'HE WAIT IS ALMOST OVERRRRR….!!!!! Nadikar is all set to make its OTT debut. The countdown begins. Streaming soon on Saina Play. Just One More Day To Go! NADIKAR – Streams Tomorrow On Saina Play! Get ready for a layered tale of fame, identity and everything in between." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saina Play (@sainaplay) The film is now available in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, giving it a wider audience than during its initial release. Story of Fame and Downfall Nadikar follows the journey of David Padikkal, a hugely popular Malayalam superstar whose arrogance and ego spiral out of control after tasting success. His career soon takes a hit, with box-office failures piling up. In a bid to save his career, David reaches out to Ann Bava (Bhavana), a fellow actor and his former girlfriend, for help. The film portrays David's battle to regain his stardom while confronting his flaws. It mixes moments of humour, drama and introspection, showing the struggles of a celebrity whose fame begins to fade. Divya Pillai plays David's wife, Stella Padikkal, while Soubin Shahir, Balu Varghese, Suresh Krishna, Maala Parvathy and Althaf Salim feature in key supporting roles. Special appearances from Lal, Dhyan Sreenivasan and Shine Tom Chacko add extra star power. Behind the Scenes Written by Suvin Somasekharan and directed by Lal Jr., the movie is a satirical take on the fragile nature of stardom. Tovino Thomas delivers a performance that balances the charm of a superstar with the vulnerability of someone facing career collapse. Music is composed by Yakzan Gary Pereira and Neha Nair, cinematography is handled by Alby and editing is by Ratheesh Raj. Although Nadikar failed to make an impact in theatres, it received moderate reviews from critics. Now, with its OTT release, the film has a second chance to connect with viewers who may have missed it on the big screen. First Published: August 11, 2025, 15:31 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Malayalam movies based on cinema that you should see before Tovino Thomas' Nadikar
Tovino Thomas' 2024 film, Nadikar, has finally made its OTT debut. It is now streaming on Saina Play in multiple languages. The movie is based on an arrogant actor who realises his potential eventually. Meanwhile, the cinema industry is the subject of several Malayalam films that examine its many facets. Here are some interesting films that are based on movie sets. You can watch these on OTTplay Premium. Posters of Nadikar and Celluloid Malayalam movies on cinema The first Malayalam box office hit of 2025 centres on a police inquiry into the case of a missing woman whose last known location was the sets of a popular Mammootty movie in the late 1980s. The movie, which blends cinematic and investigative aspects into the narrative, features a number of cameos. There is also an AI-recreated appearance of iconic Malayalam actor Mammootty. The life of JC Daniel and his attempt to make the first Malayalam motion picture is documented in this biographical drama film. When Rosie, a lower caste actress, plays a female lead in his movie, trouble ensues from the elites of their community. Rosie is compelled to leave the town because of the public outcry. How this tragedy alters their lives forms the crux of the film. Prithviraj Sukumaran excels with his stellar performance as JC Daniel in this highly acclaimed movie. Tarzan Antony comes from a middle-class household and pursues a career as a stunt performer. For a time, Antony's father, Thankachan, worked as a driver for the film industry. Antony would eagerly listen to his father's tales about films and stardom when he came home. His journey from stuntman to hero as well as his love interest is portrayed in this family entertainer. Following an altercation with another actor and filmmaker, actor Saroj Kumar is kicked out of his film. After this, he makes several attempts to sabotage the project, but he is unsuccessful when the movie becomes a success. Notable for its satirical features and the reappearance of multiple Udayananu Tharam characters, Padmashree Bharath Doctor Saroj Kumar garnered mixed reviews.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Nadikar Ending Explained: How does Tovino Thomas' character reform himself from being a narcissistic superstar?
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers. Tovino Thomas starrer Nadikar hit the big screens on May 3, 2024. Now, over a year after its theatrical release, the movie is available for streaming on the OTT platform, Saina Play. If you've watched the film and still have doubts about it, check out this explainer for a better understanding of the film's ending. Nadikar ending explained: Who is superstar David Padikkal? Nadikar features the story of David Padikkal (played by Tovino Thomas), a popular superstar in Malayalam cinema who leads a life of arrogance and instability. Owing to his narcissistic behavior, he never arrives on sets, often partying with girls. When he begins a new film under the veteran director Koshy, Padikkal and the filmmaker get into a clash, owing to the star's inability to perform well. In a fit of rage, David drives off and attempts to leave, only to hit a crew member, accidentally injuring him. His image shatters, the superstar, along with his trusted confidants, escape to Dubai, where they lie low. Upon his return, Padikkal is advised by one of his allies to hire an acting coach and take lessons to improve his work. This leads him to hire Bala (Soubin Shahir). Initially reluctant and misbehaving towards him, the superstar starts to develop a desire for the craft of acting and hopes to work out things in life. However, he feels his image will be tarnished if fans find out that he has an acting coach. One day, an intoxicated David quarrels with Bala, making the latter leave the set. How does David decide to reform himself? In a moment of despair, David calls up his ex-girlfriend and former co-star Ann Bava (Bhavana). She gives him a wake-up call and persuades him to think like an actor, not a superstar. This leads him down a path of learning to become an actual actor. However, once again, he loses his cool but ultimately transforms himself, finally learning the craft of acting. In between, the film also presents how David's insecurities stemmed from his mother abandoning him as a child. Nadikar cast and crew Nadikar features Tovino Thomas in the lead role with actors like Divya Pillai, Bhavana, Soubin Shahir, Balu Varghese, Suresh Krishna, Anoop Menon, and many more in key roles. The movie is helmed by Lal Jr, with Yakzan Gary Pereira and Neha Nair handling the musical tracks and scores.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Nadikar' OTT release: Tovino Thomas starrer to stream on THIS platform; read more
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) After a long wait filled with silence and speculation, Nadikar, Tovino Thomas-starrer, is all set to stream on OTT from August 8. The film, which originally hit theatres on May 3, 2024, never quite found its footing at the box office, and fans were left in the dark for over a year about its digital release. A satirical take on fame and failure The film is directed by Lal Jr. and written by Suvin Somasekharan. 'Nadikar' tells the story of David Padikkal who was once-celebrated Malayalam superstar whose ego and arrogance become his undoing. Tovino Thomas plays David with a mix of charm and vulnerability, navigating the painful arc of a star losing his shine. The film is now streaming on Saina Play. The OTT platform shared the release date update with a caption that read, "HE WAIT IS ALMOST OVERRRRR....!!!!! Nadikar is all set to make its OTT debut The countdown begins Streaming soon on Saina Play. Just One More Day To Go! NADIKAR – Streams Tomorrow On Saina Play! Get ready for a layered tale of fame, identity, and everything in between. " Nadikar - Official Tamil Teaser An impressive cast The film boasts an impressive supporting cast including Bhavana, Divya Pillai, Soubin Shahir, Balu Varghese, Anoop Menon, and Suresh Krishna. There were also special appearances by Dhyan Sreenivasan, Shine Tom Chacko, and Ganapathy. The music is by Yakzan Gary Pereira and Neha Nair, cinematography by Alby, and crisp editing is by Ratheesh Raj. ETimes gave the film a rating of 3 stars out of 5 and our official review reads, "Tovino's Acting Elevates This Passable Entertainer. " Though it didn't leave a mark during its theatrical run, 'Nadikar' now steps into homes with the potential to reach the audience it missed the first time.
