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Kalamkaaval, Bha Bha Bha, Dhandoraa, and more: South OTT releases to not miss this week

South Indian OTT platforms bring fresh films this week, spanning crime thrillers, light comedies, and emotional dramas. From intense investigations to heartfelt stories, viewers have plenty of engaging new options to stream.

January 15, 2026 / 20:54 IST
Kalamkaaval, Bha Bha Bha, Dhandoraa, and more: South OTT releases to not miss this week
Snapshot AI
  • Seven new South Indian films streaming on OTT platforms this week
  • Genres include crime, comedy, drama, and emotional stories
  • Titles available on SunNXT, SonyLIV, Aha Video, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5

South Indian OTT platforms are offering many fresh movies this week. Viewers who enjoy crime drama comedy and emotional stories have several choices.  Here is a simple guide to seven South films you can watch on OTT this week.

Kirrkan (Malayalam)

Kirrkan is based on true events. It begins with the death of a young woman. The postmortem reveals disturbing facts. Police officers question people close to her and uncover hidden secrets. Each character looks suspicious as the investigation moves forward. The film shows how truth slowly comes out through careful police work. Kirrkan starts streaming on SunNXT from January 15.

Kalamkaval (Malayalam)

Kalamkaval is a serious crime action thriller set in the early 2000s. The story follows a police team that reaches a border village after a woman goes missing. Tension grows when local people start blaming each other. The lead officer slowly finds a shocking pattern behind many disappearances. What starts as one case becomes a dangerous hunt for a criminal. The film keeps the mood dark and intense till the end. It is streaming on SonyLIV from January 16.

Mahasneha (Telugu)

Mahasneha tells the story of a tribal man named Senguttavan. His peaceful village life changes when a sacred idol is stolen. This theft leads to conflict between tribes and corrupt officials. Mahasneha is available on Aha Video from January13.

Dhandoraa (Telugu)

Dhandoraa is a strong social drama. The story focuses on a rigid landlord who controls his family and village. Trouble begins when his children fall in love against his wishes. The film shows how old ideas can destroy lives. Dhandoraa is streaming on Amazon Prime Video from January 14.

Anantha (Telugu)

Anantha is a devotional drama inspired by the teachings of Sathya Sai Baba. The movie connects five different stories. Each story shows how faith changes human lives. The film balances devotion and emotion in a calm way. Anantha is streaming on JioHotstar from January 13.

Gurram Paapi Reddy (Telugu)

Gurram Paapi Reddy is a crime comedy with many funny moments. The story follows Paapi Reddy who loses all his money due to business failure. He meets a woman who is also cheated of her savings. Along with friends they plan an illegal job to earn quick money. Everything goes wrong in a humorous way. It starts streaming on ZEE5 from January 16.

Bha Bha Ba (Malayalam)

Bha Bha Ba is an action comedy with satire. The film begins with the kidnapping of a newly elected chief minister. The kidnapper asks citizens to send complaints. Police try to solve the case while chaos spreads. The story later reveals the emotional reason behind the act. The film mixes comedy action and social message. Bha Bha Ba is available on ZEE5 from January 16.

Bhawana Tanmayi is a Hyderabad-based freelance entertainment journalist. Views expressed are personal.
first published: Jan 15, 2026 08:54 pm

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