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Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Latest South movies to watch on JioHotstar: Mohanlal starrer Thudarum and Sasikumar's Tourist Family
Popcorn ready? Because the South Indian movie lineup on JioHotstar just got hotter! These latest arrivals bring you high-octane action, heartfelt family drama, rib-tickling comedy, and much more—all at the tap of a button. If you've been hunting for new titles, your search ends here. Latest South movies to watch on JioHotstar 1. Thudarum Cast: Mohanlal, Shobana, Binu Pappu, Prakash Varma Release date: May 30, 2025 If you like Malayalam crime thrillers, then do watch Thudarum. It tells the emotional story of Shanmugham, better known as Benz. Once a daring stuntman in films, he left the industry after a tragic on-set accident took the life of his close friend Anbu. Now, he leads a quiet life as a taxi driver. He lives peacefully with his wife, their two kids, and his favorite car. However, his simple world is turned upside down when his car is seized in connection with a smuggling case. Unknown to him, the police had hidden a dead body inside his vehicle and forced him to help get rid of it. The real shock comes later—Benz discovers the body was his missing son. The truth hits hard: the police had killed his child and framed him to cover up their crime. Heartbroken and furious, Benz decides to fight back and seek justice. 2. Tourist Family Cast: M Sasikumar, Simran, Mithun Jai Sankar, Kamalesh Jagan, Yogi Babu Release date: June 2, 2025 Tourist Family centers around a Sri Lankan family of four—Dharmadas, his wife Vasanthi, and their sons Nithushan and Mulli. Due to the worsening economic situation in their home country, they flee to India and seek shelter with Vasanthi's brother, Prakash. To avoid trouble, they decide to conceal their Sri Lankan identity. The family pretends to be Malayalees, hoping to blend in. Though initially cautious, they soon grow closer to their new neighbors. Despite warnings to stay discreet, their warm nature leads to new friendships and unexpected bonds.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Tourist Family' OTT release date: When and where to watch Sasikumar and Simran's heartwarming family drama
'Tourist Family,' a heartwarming family drama led by M Sasikumar and Simran , premiered in theatres across India on May 1, 2025. Garnering widespread praise, the film enjoyed a remarkable box office run, grossing an impressive Rs 75 crore. Following its theatrical success, the film is now gearing up for its digital premiere, allowing a wider audience to experience its engaging storyline from the comfort of their homes. Digital premiere The digital release of 'Tourist Family' is scheduled for June 2, 2025. A social media post announcing the premiere invited viewers to "mark the date to welcome the most loved family," setting the stage for the film's highly anticipated OTT launch. The buzz surrounding its online debut on a popular digital platform has been steadily building, thanks to the film's relatable characters, emotional depth, and the feel-good atmosphere it delivers. A story of identity, resilience, and belonging told with humour and warmth The narrative centres around Dharmadas, his wife Vasanthi, and their sons Nithushan and Mulli, a Sri Lankan Tamil family displaced by economic turmoil. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 21st Century Skills Start with Confident Communication Planet Spark Learn More Undo Seeking safety and stability, they relocate to India and take shelter at Vasanthi's brother's home. In a bid to avoid attention, the family poses as Malayalees. As they integrate into the local community, they develop genuine bonds with their neighbours—despite being cautioned to maintain a low profile, leading to a blend of comedic situations and touching moments. Stellar cast and crew Joining Sasikumar and Simran are Mithun Jai Sankar of 'Aavesham' fame and child artist Kamalesh Jagan. The ensemble cast includes seasoned performers such as Yogi Babu , MS Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, Bagavathi Perumal , and Sreeja Ravi, among others. Written and directed by Abishan Jeevinth, who also appears in the film, the project is enhanced by Sean Roldan's evocative music, along with crisp cinematography by Aravind Viswanathan and seamless editing by Barath Vikraman. 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
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Tourist Family OTT Release: When and where to watch comedy-drama as it grosses close to Rs 60 crore in theaters
Tourist Family starring Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles hit the theaters in India on April 29, 2025. After a tremendous run at the box office, grossing approximately Rs 60 crore at the box office, the film is set to make its OTT debut soon. When and where to watch Tourist Family Tourist Family has been officially announced to hit the OTT platform JioHotstar, beginning its streaming on June 2, 2025. The official announcement of the same was made by the platform via its social media handle. Sharing the news, the post was captioned, 'Mark your date to welcome the most loved family on June 2nd. #TouristFamily streaming from June 2 on #JioHotstar.' JioHotstar announces Tourist Family's OTT release Official trailer and plot of Tourist Family Tourist Family follows the story of a family of 4, including Dharmadas, his wife Vasanthi, and their two sons - Nithushan and Mulli. Owing to the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the family moves to India, seeking refuge at Vasanthi's brother Prakash. With all of them together, the family decides to keep their identity as Sri Lankans a secret and pass themselves off as Malayalees. Over time, the family, despite being advised to keep a low profile, develops a healthy relationship with the neighbors and more. With a likely conflict coming their way, the entire movie features a narrative of comedy packed with feel-good moments. Cast and crew of Tourist Family Tourist Family features M Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles alongside Aavesham fame Mithun Jai Sankar and master Kamalesh Jagan playing co-leads. Apart from them, the movie has an ensemble cast of actors like Yogi Babu, MS Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, Bagavathi Perumal, Elango Kumaravel, Sreeja Ravi, and many more in key roles. The film, bankrolled by Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment, is written and directed by Abishan Jeevinth, who also plays a character. With Sean Roldan handling the musical tracks and scores, Tourist Family had Aravind Viswanathan and Barath Vikraman carrying out the cinematography and editing, respectively.
New Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Tourist Family Movie Review: A soulful tale of survival and solidarity
In Tourist Family, Das (Sasikumar), Vasanthi (Simran), and their sons Nidhu (Mithun Jai Sankar) and Mulli (Kamalesh) flee the economic crisis in Sri Lanka and migrate to Rameswaram by sea. Quietly resettling in a Chennai colony, they try to live under the radar until unforeseen circumstances expose their identity. What follows is a poignant exploration of their uncertain fate as refugees. More than just a film, Tourist Family unfolds as a character study. Set largely within a colony bustling with residents of varied temperaments and traits, the film offers a vivid cross-section of humanity, bound together by one underlying thread: a quiet benevolence nestled within flesh and blood. Among them, Mulli, the youngest in the family, emerges as one of the most well-written characters in recent memory. His notoriety, sharp observation skills, compulsive lying, and innate kindness are all effortlessly etched out, remarkably, in a single scene even before the title card appears. Every character brings out a distinct personality in Tourist Family. Nidhu's rightful ire, Vasanthi's naive liveliness, Richard's (MS Bhaskar) strict-to-a-fault nature, and Gunashekar's (Elango Kumaravel) default distrustfulness are some of the contrasting characteristics that beautifully play out to form the diverse dynamics and situations that the film has to offer. Undoubtedly, Sasikumar's Dharmadas stands out as the force that holds all this heterogeneity together; a man so close to flawless, it borders on mythical. He's the kind of person who, at a memorial for a recently deceased woman, is called a 'God' by another mourner. He's so virtuous that even something as innocuous as throwing garbage into a dustbin almost spells his downfall. How can a 'too-good-to-be-true' man, who consistently puts everyone else's needs before his own, actually exist? This is where Abishan Jeevinth's brilliance shines, not just in writing such a character but in casting the right actor for it. Dharmadas is tailor-made for Sasikumar, whose screen persona has been carefully built around integrity and humility. But Abishan doesn't stop at riding that image. He subtly introduces cracks: a moment of drunken recklessness, a confrontation born out of Nidhu's justifiable resentment, reminding us that even the purest hearts carry burdens. This balance in writing, both in character and in logic, is what allows the audience to suspend disbelief—and yes, the film does ask a great deal of it. Take, for instance, an early scene where Mulli lies about his name. His uncle, played by Yogi Babu, reacts with surprise, prompting Simran's Vasanthi to casually remark, 'Sondha thangachi pasanga per kooda therla,' tying up what could've been a loose thread. It's this kind of consistent detailing that carries the film through.
Hindustan Times
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Tourist Family movie review: A feel-good entertainer elevated by a stellar Sasikumar and Simran
We have had numerous small films in recent times that revolve around families, like Kudumbasthan and In the same genre comes Tourist Family, directed by debutant Abishan Jeevinth. The film presents the audience with a normal, loving family that struggles to survive in this world filled with suspicion and mistrust. The film opens with an introduction to a Sri Lankan family – the father, Das or Dharmadas (Sasikumar), his wife, Vasanthi (Simran), and their children, Nithushan (Mithun Jai Shankar) and Mulli (Kamalesh Jagan). They land up on the shores of Rameswaram by boat from Sri Lanka as illegal immigrants and end up being accosted by the local police along with Vasanthi's brother Prakash (Yogi Babu). The policemen are sympathetic enough to let them go on their way, and the family eventually comes to Chennai to make a new life. They rent a home from police inspector Raghavan (Bucks), and Das gets a driver's license to make a living and look after his family. During this time, Das and Vasanthi befriend their neighbours and try to blend in with the local community. Unknown to them, at the same time, a bomb blast takes place in Rameswaram, and some policemen suspect Das and his family, given that they were Sri Lankans and came into the country illegally. The police land up at the doorstep of Das and his family, and what ensues next is what the film is about. Debutant director Abishan Jeevinth has penned a story involving many characters in a neighbourhood, each with a distinct tale and traits that make them stand out. If there's a seemingly lonely elderly couple, then there's a single man who seems to be afflicted by alcoholism. Added to the mix is a Punjabi family and a teacher's family, along with an elderly retired man, Richard (MS Bhaskar), who is extremely principled. And then there is Das and his family. Das, as portrayed by Sasikumar, is a perfect fit for the actor-director because he needs to be underplayed, given that this character has tremendous patience and affection and sees only the good in every person. A sudden demise, for instance, sees Das rally around the neighbours to ensure that the person gets a befitting send-off and does not leave the world thinking they were alone. Vasanthi, too, has been beautifully written by Jeevinth because she's not portrayed just as a wife or mother but as someone who is vulnerable and whose kindness and empathy find resonance with everyone. As for the kids, it is Mulli (Kamalesh Jagan) who has some of the best lines and periodically elicits laughter, breaking the serious tone of the scenes. Kamalesh has nailed this character so well and walks away with the applause. Simran and Sasikumar essay the perfect couple on screen, playing off each other. Both shift effortlessly from the humour to the serious undertones. They appear real on screen, which is truly a breath of fresh air. Ultimately, Tourist Family is not just a story about a family, but about how humanity is above everything and how a random group of people come together to form a bond thanks to being neighbours. It teaches us to rise above preconceived notions about people based on where they are from or what they do, and that differences are part of who we are. The film, like life, is peppered with humour, serious events, struggles and yes, the triumph of good over evil. The trope may not be new, but how it has been narrated and presented is. Tourist Family is a wonderful tale from Abishan Jeevinth which reiterates, yet again, that one must love one's neighbour and humanity above all.
