​From HIT 3 to Tourist Family: 4 recent South Indian films making waves on OTT​

South Indian cinema continues to thrive on streaming platforms with a diverse mix of genres, from gritty crime thrillers to poignant family dramas. Here are four recent releases that are creating serious buzz in the digital space.

Nani reprises his role as SP Arjun Sarkar in this intense crime thriller directed by Sailesh Kolanu. This time, Arjun dives into a twisted dark-web murder case that takes unexpected turns. With its tight screenplay and haunting visuals, HIT 3 is keeping OTT viewers glued to their screens.

Suriya’s milestone 50th film, Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, blends romance and action with a retro-styled narrative. Set in the '90s, the film follows a man on a mission of love and vengeance. Suriya’s charismatic performance and the film’s stylised treatment have made it a standout title on OTT.

In this gripping Malayalam thriller, Mohanlal plays a taxi driver whose stolen car becomes the key to uncovering a high-stakes drug scandal. With a grounded narrative and stellar performance by Mohanlal, Thudarum keeps the suspense alive till the very end.

Sasikumar and Simran shine in this emotional drama about a Sri Lankan Tamil family pretending to be Malayalees in Chennai for survival. Tourist Family sensitively portrays themes of identity, migration, and resilience, striking a deep chord with audiences across regions.