Indian streaming platforms are kicking off the new year with a diverse slate of fresh content. This weekend, viewers can look forward to a host of new movies and web series in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam languages premiering across major OTT services. From romantic thrillers and sports dramas to satirical comedies and investigative tales, there's something for every cinephile.
Telugu and Tamil Premieres to Watch
The Telugu offerings include a mix of romance and suspense. "Mowgli" arrives on ETV Win on January 1, 2026. This romantic action drama stars Roshan Kanakala and Sakkshi Mhadolkar, telling the story of a tribal youth raised in the wild who falls for a hearing-challenged artist, with their bond threatened by a cruel forest officer.
Another Telugu title, "Beauty," is a romantic thriller set to stream on ZEE5 from January 2, 2026. Featuring Ankith Koyya and Nilakhi Patra, the film explores how a strong love story turns dark when hidden secrets from the past pull a couple into a dangerous web of lies.
For Tamil audiences, the sports drama web series "Love Beyond Wicket (LBW)" premieres on JioHotstar on January 1, 2026. Starring Vikranth and Niyathi Kadambi, it follows Rangan, a man with regrets from an unfulfilled cricket career, who gets a second chance by training a group of misfit players at Muthu Nagar Cricket Academy.
Malayalam Content Dominates the Lineup
Malayalam cinema presents a particularly strong and varied selection. The mystery thriller "Eko" lands on Netflix on December 31, 2025. With a cast including Sandeep Pradeep, Vineeth, and Narain, the film is set in the wild hills of Kaattukunnu and follows the disappearance of a feared dog breeder, weaving together folklore, history, and grudges.
Amazon Prime Video offers the romantic comedy drama "Athi Bheekara Kaamukan," which started streaming on December 26, 2025. Starring Lukman Avaran and Drishya Regunath, it features a heartbroken Arjun who is stopped by Yama, the god of death, and taken on a funny, emotional journey instead.
The satirical comedy "Innocent" is available on Saina Play from December 29, 2025. Althaf Salim plays Vinod, a town-planning clerk whose life unravels after a viral video of an unfortunate incident threatens his engagement, leading him to battle bureaucracy and online mobs.
Sun NXT brings the romantic drama "Ithiri Neram" on December 31, 2025. Featuring Roshan Mathew and Zarin Shihab, the story revisits college sweethearts Anish and Anjana who meet for one night after years, with one married and the other about to leave the country.
Major Upcoming Release to Anticipate
Looking further into January 2026, a significant investigative thriller titled "Kalamkaval" is slated for release on SonyLIV. The film stars the legendary Mammootty alongside Vinayakan and Malavika Menon. It follows a dedicated police officer investigating suddenly reopened old cases in a small Kerala town, grappling with police politics and mounting mental pressure. While the exact date in January 2026 is yet to be announced, it is one of the most anticipated OTT releases of the period.
This wave of releases underscores the vibrant and growing ecosystem of South Indian content on digital platforms, providing viewers with high-quality entertainment across genres right at home.
