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Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
4 South movies to binge-watch on OTT this week: Retro, Thudarum, and more
South movies have been making a strong showing at the box office recently, with some impressive ventures. After the massive box office collections, these films are all set to hit the streaming space soon. As the week of film releases on OTT makes it perfect for a binge-watch moment, let's dive more in-depth into the ventures. 4 South movies to binge-watch on OTT this week 1. Retro Cast: Suriya, Pooja Hegde, Joju George, Jayaram, Nassar, Prakash Raj, Vidhu, Sanjay, Karunakaran, Gajaraj, Swasika Director: Karthik Subbaraj Language: Tamil OTT Release Date: May 30, 2025 Where to watch: Netflix Suriya starrer romantic actioner Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, is all geared up to hit the streaming space after its big-screen release on May 1, 2025. Precisely 4 weeks after its theatrical run, the film is slated to hit the OTT platform Netflix. The movie features the tale of Paari, a young man who was taken in as an orphan by a kingpin's wife. Despite the kingpin never considering him as his son, the man realizes Paari's effectiveness as a fighting machine, making use of him in all of his nefarious ventures. However, Paari's life takes a turn when he finds the love of his life, Rukmini, a veterinarian doctor who asks him to stay away from the world of crime and lead a life with her. While Paari attempts at the same time, several conflicts arise, leading them to fall apart. With no other resolution in his mind, the man searches for her, leading him to an island locality. Unwavering in his decision, Paari soon realizes his destiny is much bigger than what he envisioned, making this romantic actioner a genre-defining venture. As Suriya plays the lead, the film features Pooja Hegde as the female co-lead, alongside an ensemble cast. 2. Tourist Family Cast: M Sasikumar, Simran Bagga, Mithun Jai Sankar, Yogi Babu, Kamalesh Jagan, MS Bhaskar, Ramkumar Prasanna, Ramesh Thilak Director: Abishan Jeevinth Language: Tamil OTT Release Date: June 2, 2025 Where to watch: JioHotstar Tourist Family is undoubtedly one of the biggest surprises from Tamil cinema to come out this year, becoming a massive blockbuster. The comedy-drama movie, directed by debutant Abishan Jeevinth, features M. Sasikumar and Simran Bagga in the lead roles. The film follows the life of a family who decides to move out of their village in Sri Lanka due to the economic crisis. In hopes of starting a new life in India, the family of four consisting of Dharmadas, his wife Vasanthi, and their two sons - Nithushan and Murali make their way to Vasanthi's brother Prakash's home. With their initial arrival itself, the family comes under police scrutiny but is let go after being considered naive. Owing to this, the family decides to pass themselves off as Malayalees, not to create any animosity among neighbors, and expects to keep a low profile. However, considering their personalities, the family develops deep bonds with their neighbors and more. As the film progresses, the comedy drama promises a feel-good effect, making it a must-watch. 3. HIT: The Third Case Cast: Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Surya Srinivas, Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Samuthirakani, Komalee Prasad, Adivi Sesh, Karthi Director: Sailesh Kolanu Language: Telugu OTT Release Date: May 29, 2025 Where to watch: Netflix HIT: The Third Case starring Nani and Srinidhi Shetty had hit the theaters on May 1, 2025, and is now all geared up for its OTT debut. The film, directed by Sailesh Kolanu, is an action thriller that is the 3rd installment in the HIT Cinematic Universe. The film follows the tale of SP Arjun Sarkaar, an officer from the HIT (Homicide Intervention Team) section of Vishakapatnam. The movie starts with the man being imprisoned for a heinous crime and serving his jail sentence. During this time, he befriends a convict and reveals to him the case that changed his life. Starting his narration, Arjun is seen committing a murder and capturing the visuals. Later on, the man is revealed to have been doing such activities to infiltrate a cult gang. How the man manages to capture them makes up the rest of the film. With Nani in the lead role, the film had Srinidhi Shetty as the female lead. Moreover, the movie ended on a high note with the post-credit scene teasing the next film, HIT: The Fourth Case, with Karthi donning the avatar of ACP Veerappan, HIT officer from Chennai. 4. Thudarum Thudarum, starring Mohanlal in the lead role, is a crime drama movie directed by Tharun Moorthy. The blockbuster venture, which premiered in theaters on April 25, 2025, has generated substantial box office revenue and is set to debut on JioHotstar on May 30, 2025. The film features the story of Shanmugham, a beloved man from a quaint town in Kerala, who lives his life with his wife, Lalitha, and their two kids. Affectionately known by the name Benz, the man keeps an old Ambassador car as his prized possession, treating it like a member of his family. However, matters take a turn for the worse when his car is caught in a police investigation. As the man faces heat from a bigoted officer, a kind-hearted senior policeman, soon to retire, helps him out and asks him to give them a ride to a nearby marriage. During their travels, Benz soon realizes that the senior officer is a dreaded person and has been using him for a nefarious purpose. Soon, the former realizes a shocking truth, leaving him to take vengeance upon the people who wronged him. The above-mentioned films are all set to arrive for streaming soon, making it a treat for fans and cinephiles alike.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
4 Latest South films to watch on OTT this week (May 26 - June 1): HIT 3, Retro to Agnyathavasi
A new week means new stories from the South landing on your favorite streaming apps. These movies bring bold characters, sharp plots, and fresh emotions. Whether it's a crime drama or an action romance, there's something for every mood. The best part? You don't need a ticket to enjoy them. New South movies releasing on OTT this week 1. Agnyathavasi Cast: Rangayana Raghu, Siddu Moolimani, Paavana Gowda, Sharath Lohithaswa Where to watch: ZEE5 Release date: May 28, 2025 Set in the forests of Malnad during the 90s, Agnyathavasi unfolds in a quiet village untouched by progress. The peace is broken when scholar Srinivas Iyer is found dead. Initially seen as natural, his death raises suspicions, prompting Inspector Govindu and Ananthu to reopen the inactive local police station. 2. HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3) Cast: Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Prateik Babbar, Ravindra Vijay, Adivi Sesh (cameo) Where to watch: Netflix Release date: May 29, 2025 HIT 3 follows the life of Arjun Sarkaar, a fierce cop assigned to the HIT unit in Visakhapatnam. The story begins with him in prison for a shocking crime. As he shares his past with a fellow inmate, the plot moves into a flashback. Arjun is shown committing brutal murders and filming each one. In a surprising twist, he is tasked with investigating those very crimes. Gradually, it is revealed that his actions are part of a larger plan to infiltrate a deadly dark web cult. 3. Jerry Inspired by the beloved cartoon Tom and Jerry, this Malayalam film revolves around a mischievous mouse named Jerry. It starts with the rodent creating chaos in a single household and disrupting daily life with unexpected pranks. The mayhem soon spreads beyond the family. In their attempts to catch the clever mouse, the villagers come up with quirky and imaginative solutions. 4. Retro Retro tells the story of Paari, a young man burdened by years of resentment toward his father as he never accepted him. He becomes part of her powerful crime empire but is treated only as a henchman. Longing for a better life, Paari dreams of marrying Rukmini and leaving crime behind. However, betrayal and a conflict with his father land him in prison. The film follows his emotional journey of redemption, identity, and letting go of violence.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Retro' OTT release date CONFIRMED! Suriya-Pooja Hegde starrer to stream on THIS day
Picture Credit: X The action drama 'Retro', starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde and directed by Karthik Subbaraj , is all set to make its digital debut. The movie after a strong run at the box office can soon be also enjoyed at your comfort. When and where to watch The movie will be officially streamed on streaming on Netflix. In their coming soon section the OTT giant announced that the film will be available to watch from May 31, 2025, in Tamil, Telugu, and several other major Indian languages. 'Retro' hit theatres just a few weeks ago, but despite the star-studded cast and high expectations, however, the film enjoyed a good performance in the Tamil regions and received an underwhelming response, particularly in the Telugu-speaking regions where it underperformed significantly. About the film The story follows Paarivel "Paari" Kannan, an orphan raised by a gangster named Tilak Raj played by Joju George. Paari grows up loyal to Tilak's criminal empire but struggles with his own identity and past. After the death of the gangster's wife Sandhya, who had adopted Paari, the young man meets Rukmini played by Pooja Hegde, and their shared grief brings them closer. Years later, Paari and Rukmini reconnect and plan to marry, hoping to leave behind a life of crime. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning For Working Professionals. BITS Pilani WILP Apply Now Undo However, Paari's past catches up with him when Tilak Raj accuses him of sabotaging a secret arms deal known as "Gold Fish," a cache of weapons linked to a political candidate. Paari is arrested but escapes prison upon learning that Rukmini has moved to the Andaman Islands. During the film's theatrical release, fans on Twitter praised the film for its stylish presentation, engaging action sequences, and powerful performances, especially highlighting Suriya's intense portrayal of Paarivel "Paari" Kannan and Pooja Hegde's career-best performance. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Retro OTT Release: When and where to watch Suriya's highest-grossing Tamil romantic action film online
Retro marked one of the biggest openings in Suriya's career to date. The romantic action thriller directed by Karthik Subbaraj did extremely well at the box office and even earned appreciation from critics. After marking its strong foothold in its theatrical run, the film is now finally set to make its debut on OTT as well. When and where to watch Retro Retro was announced to be releasing on Netflix a long time back. And now the OTT giant has locked on the date for the same. The film would be available to stream from May 31, 2025. While there has not been an official announcement made by the streaming platform on this over social media, the Suriya and Pooja Hegde starrer is listed under the upcoming films section on Netflix. Check it out here: Official trailer and plot of Retro The storyline of Retro revolves around the life of Paari, who had been raised with a long-standing angst against his father, who has always refused to accept him as his own. Life changes for him after Paari's mother passes away and at that time he crosses paths with Rukmini, whom he gradually falls in love with. He continues to remain loyal to the latter's established criminal empire, where he is treated merely like a henchman. In the meantime, Paari decides to leave the world of crime, get married to Rukmini and start a world of his own. A series of unfortunate events and a clash with his father tragically leave him imprisoned while Rukmini moves on and leaves to an undisclosed location. After 5 years, Paari is bailed and he immediately leaves for the lookout of Rukmini. However, the past still haunts him and the rest of the story follows how Paari establishes his true roots and fights it all off valiantly before renouncing violence for all time. Cast and crew of Retro Retro is headlined by Suriya, Pooja Hegde, Joju George, Jayaram, Nassar, Prakash Raj, Karunakaran, Swasika, Remya Suresh and more. It is written and directed by Karthik Subbaraj and is produced by Suriya himself and his wife Jyotika, along with Kaarthekeyen Santhanam and Rajsekar Pandian. Santhosh Narayanan has composed the musical score of the film.
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘I stopped looking at reviews as they're no longer authentic': Retro director Karthik Subbaraj
He is basking in the accolades he's receiving for his latest film Retro, starring Suriya, and is grateful for all the love being showered by the audience. Director Karthik Subbaraj's Retro is his 12th directorial in a career spanning a decade which has seen some really novel films like Jigarthanda and Jigarthanda Double X. His unique storytelling style, technical prowess and strong anti-hero characters have made this talented director a force to reckon with in Tamil cinema. In this exclusive chat with Hindustan Times, the Iraivi director talks about Retro, Suriya, his production company and more. I just wanted to show how the protagonist's life – Paari - sort of takes a complete U-turn in like 15 minutes. Because just when that sequence starts, his life is all good and he's going to get married the next day. He has come out of all his previous problems and is in a happy mind-state thinking that his life is going to be better from that point. Then suddenly, the father character enters the wedding hall and in the next 15 minutes, his life is going to turn upside-down. This was there in the initial draft of the script but then it wasn't a single shot. While rewriting, I thought why not show the 15 minutes in real time and how it is actually changing his life. Let us show that moment without any cuts. And that's how the thought of doing it in a single shot came about. It was challenging. But it was a very good challenge for everyone involved like the technical team, artists, and everyone else. We had a lot of pre-planning and did a lot of paperwork before the shoot, then a lot of technical rehearsals, and then proper rehearsal with the artist, with the junior artists, etc. And then we went for the actual take. So, it was quite a learning process for all of us. It was very satisfying to pull it off because we planned it for four days - one day of complete technical rehearsal; one day with the artists and everyone; third day with costumes and we did a take as well. We got like 80% of it but there were some small flaws in that take. And on the fourth day we achieved what we wanted in the second take. I haven't attempted this before so it was challenging and new for me. Suriya sir's completely into the process of the art and he's very passionate and puts a lot of thought into his acting. It's not like he just comes to the set, asks the director what the scene is, and performs and goes. He's always immersed in the thought process of the character and runs through the performance in his head numerous times before coming and performing on set. He always wants to improve. Even when I say okay, he'll try to go for one more take to enhance his performance. I think he's one of the most sensible, dedicated and passionate actors we have. His 2D Productions and my production company, Stone Bench Films co-produced Retro. I didn't face any restrictions or constraints on the production aspect. Suriya sir comes on set as an actor and I was a director. I think every scene had its own challenges in different intensity. For instance, we shot a lot in the Andaman Islands. Logistics-wise and shooting-wise, it was very tough. We had a lot of action sequences also which had its own challenges too. The whole process of overcoming the challenges along the way and getting the best shots and performances was key and we did that. I had written a script and sort of pitched it to him once. But at that time, it was not in this shape at all – only a small part of this was in that script. But as I started writing, I felt it needed a much younger actor as it was predominantly turning out to be a story with love as the core. I think Surya sir is the best person who could have done this film. He was really excited about it but scale-wise and time-wise it is bigger. It needs a lot of time from him. I'm definitely doing that film with Suriya sir but I'm not sure when we'll start as he has numerous commitments now. Like all my films, it is genre-bending and it's a dream script of mine. I got to know him when I worked with him on Pizza (2012) and our journey has been together since then except for Petta which had music by Anirudh. We started to know each other professionally but now we are very close friends. We both know each other well and what each of us wants creatively in a particular film, what our vision is towards cinema and what his vision is towards music. A lot of things gel well with us in a good way. I'm so happy. Nothing was actually planned. I just always made sure that I worked on a script that first excites me. And when I complete the script, it should excite me more. I'm still able to do what I wanted to do and continue to do it, whether I work with actors or stars - this makes me happy. I'm very happy to be in this state. With my production house, Stone Bench, I want bring out more talent and do really offbeat and inspiring scripts. I want to back a lot of debut directors and actors and content-wise create very unique and quality cinema. That's the simple motive we have. Most of the time I lose my cool. (Laughs) Ask my assistant directors and they'll tell you! I haven't thought about it. (Laughs) I would always want to blend or erase the line that separates mainstream commercial cinema and art cinema. I didn't look at any of the reviews. I mean, I don't see authenticity in most of these reviews. So, I stopped looking at them.
