Kannada cinema has prepared many interesting titles for the audiences this week across theaters and OTT platforms. As we take a look at what’s new, here’s a list of the movies you should check out.
7 Kannada movies releasing in theaters and OTT this week
1. Seetha Payanam (Kannada-dubbed)
- Mould: Aishwarya Arjun, Niranjan Sudheendra, Dhruv Sarja, Prakash Raj, Satyaraj, Bithiri Sathi, Arjun Sarja (cameo)
- Director: Arjun Sarja
- Style: family drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 32 minutes
- Where to watch: theater
- Release date: 14 February 2026
Seetha Payanam is a family drama centered on Seetha, an aspiring chef who narrowly escapes a fatal accident that changes her entire outlook towards life. As she sets out on a journey to express her gratitude to those who saved her, Sita falls in love with Abhishek. However, she harbors a secret that could turn her world upside down.
The film marks the return of actor-director Arjun Sarja to the director’s chair after a long gap.
2. Mana Shankar Var Prasad Garu (Kannada-dubbed)
- Mould: Chiranjeevi, Nayanthara, Catherine Tresa, Zarina Wahab, Harsh Vardhan, Abhinav Gomatam, Sachin Khedekar, Sharat Saxena, Sudev Nair, Venkatesh Daggubati (cameo)
- Director: Anil Ravipudi
- Style: action comedy
- Runtime: 2 hours 36 minutes
- Where to watch: ZEE5
- Streaming Date: 11 February 2026
Man Shankar Var Prasad Garu is the story of Shankar Var Prasad, a national security officer working with the NIA. He is married to Shasirekha, daughter of India’s richest businessman. Despite his father’s disapproval, due to Varaprasad’s middle-class background, the two fall in love and get married.
Over time, Sasirekha’s father interferes in their married life, creating many challenges. After a series of misunderstandings, the couple has been living separately for six years, leaving Varaprasad’s personal life in turmoil.
As Varaprasad attempts to mend his broken relationship and reconnect with his family, an old enemy from his past resurfaces and threatens their safety. Can he balance these conflicts forms the crux of the story.
3. Sun: Power of love
- Mould: Prashant, Harshita MK, Ravi Shankar P, Shruti
- Director: Sagar Das
- Style: romantic action drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 8 minutes
- Where to watch: sunnxt
- Streaming Date: 13 February 2026
The film tells the story of an orphan college student named Suriya, working multiple jobs, who after falling in love with Bhoomi, gets caught in the dangerous conflict of a kind-hearted gynecologist and a gangster.
Surya’s struggle to overcome overwhelming odds to protect his loved ones is the heart of the story.
4. Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimayil (Kannada-dubbed)
- Mould: Jeeva, Prarthana Nathan, Thambi Ramaiah, Anuraj, Ilavarasu, Jenson Dhiwakar, Sarjin Kumar, Jaywant, Rajesh Pandian
- Director: Nitish Sahdev
- Style: political satire
- Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Streaming Date: 12 February 2026
Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimayil is a political comedy based on Jeevaratnam, a village panchayat chairman who is tasked with ensuring the smooth functioning of a marriage ceremony. However, chaos ensues when a neighbor of the wedding house dies on the same day, and Jeevaratnam is expected to fulfill responsibilities at both places.
With neither party willing to compromise, he is forced to carry out both events simultaneously, leading to a series of comical and chaotic situations. As tensions rise, the Panchayat President finds himself at the center of the unrest and attempts to restore balance and harmony.
5. Sarala Subbarao
- Mould: Krishna Ajay Rao, Misha Narang, Rangayan Raghu, Veena Sundar, Rishika Naik, Sri Mahadev
- Director: Manju Swaraj
- Style: Romantic period family drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 19 minutes
- Where to watch: theater
- Release date: 12 February 2026
Set in 1970s Mysuru, Sarala Subbarao is a romantic period drama that explores the journey of a married couple, Sarala and Subbarao, as they pursue love, tradition and personal aspirations.
The film presents a heartfelt exploration of enduring family values while questioning the sacrifices required to maintain a successful marriage.
6. Anaganaga Oka Raju (Kannada-dubbed)
- Mould: Naveen Polishetty, Meenakshi Choudhary, Rao Ramesh, Tarak Ponnappa, Goparaju Ramanna, Chammak Chandra, Ananth Babu, Madhusudan Rao, Mamila Shailaja Priya, Shivanarayan Naripeddi
- Director: Mari
- Style: comedy drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Streaming Date: 11 February 2026
Anaganaga Oka Raju follows Raju, who comes from a once-wealthy family. His grandfather squandered his fortune by distributing properties among several romantic partners, leaving the family destitute.
In his quest to gain social prestige, Raju plans to marry a rich woman and meets Charulatha. The film explores their relationship and whether Raju ultimately succeeds in his plan.
7. Marali Manasagidae
- Mould: Arjun Vedant, Anoopsha Shetty, Smriti Venkatesh, TS Nagabharana, Mansi Sudhir, Swati Gurudutt
- Director: Nagraj Shankar
- Style: romantic drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 26 minutes
- Where to watch: theater
- Release date: 12 February 2026
The film tells the story of Vikas, a hyperactive young man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he is forced to travel with two different women, Chitra and Spurthi. As the journey progresses, he begins to understand the value of life, the strength of family bonds, and the mentality of the younger generation.
The narrative explores themes of friendship, emotional growth, and responsible use of technology, culminating in a story about self-discovery and unconditional love.
The above mentioned movies are among the Kannada releases to watch in theaters and OTT platforms this week.
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