Highlights

• Rajinikanth stars in Lal Salaam, releasing on Sun NXT on September 20.
• Chiyaan Vikram plays five roles in Thangalaan, streaming on Netflix from September 20.
• Nani’s action-thriller Saripodhaa Sanivaaram hits Netflix on September 26.
• Family-friendly drama Vaazhai arrives on Disney+ Hotstar on September 27.
• Demonte Colony 2, the popular horror sequel, streams on Zee5 from September 27.

South Indian cinema is lighting up OTT platforms in the second half of September 2024. With an exciting range of new movies and series hitting streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Prime Video, and Aha, there’s something for every viewer.

From action-packed thrillers like Thangalaan and Lal Salaam to emotional dramas and supernatural horrors, these highly anticipated releases will keep audiences entertained.

#1 Lal Salaam

Lal Salaam, a Tamil sports-action drama directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth. While the film stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth, it also features Rajinikanth in a cameo.

The plot revolves around young cricketers trying to prove themselves after being rejected by their team.

Though it received mixed reviews, Lal Salaam is a must-watch for Rajinikanth fans.

Streaming on Sun NXT from September 20

#2 Thangalaan

Next on the list is the action-adventure Thangalaan starring Chiyaan Vikram in five distinct roles. Directed by Pa.

Ranjith, the film is set during the British Raj and tells the story of a tribal leader who confronts a sorceress while helping a British general search for gold.

Despite receiving mixed reviews, Vikram’s performances have garnered much attention.

Streaming on Netflix from September 20

#3 Saripodhaa Sanivaaram

For action lovers, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram is an intense Telugu vigilante thriller starring Nani and S.J. Suryah.

Directed by Vivek Athreya, the film follows a man who takes justice into his own hands every Saturday, facing off against a corrupt police officer who terrorizes innocent citizens.

Streaming on Netflix from September 26

#4 Vaazhai

Vaazhai is a children’s drama directed by Mari Selvaraj. Loosely based on the director’s life experiences, the film follows a young boy working on a banana plantation while pursuing his education.

This emotional story is sure to tug at your heartstrings.

Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from September 27

#4 Demonte Colony 2

Fans of horror will love Demonte Colony 2, the sequel to the 2015 supernatural thriller.

With Arulnithi reprising his role, this chilling movie delivers suspense and supernatural scares.

Streaming on Zee5 from September 27

With such a wide variety of movies, South Indian cinema continues to dominate OTT platforms.