South Indian cinema has an exciting list of films releasing in theaters this week. If you’re wondering what to watch, here’s a list of upcoming releases.
8 South movies to watch in theaters this week
1. Happy Raj
- Mould: GV Prakash KumarAbbas, Sri Gauri Priya, George Marine, Geetha Kailasam, Adhirachi Arun, Madurai Muthu
- Director: maria king elanchezian
- Style: romantic comedy drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 39 minutes
- Language: tamil
- Release date: 27 March 2026
Happy Raja is the story of a young man who has faced repeated failures in love. No matter how hard she tries, she is rejected and doesn’t understand why. Just when he starts losing hope, he meets a girl who really likes him, who brings happiness in his life. However, he has one important condition: he must win his parents over through him. This leads to many ridiculous and confusing situations.
2. Youth (Telugu-dubbed)
- Mould: Ken Karunas, Anishma Anilkumar, Devadarshini, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Priyanshi Yadav, Meenakshi Dinesh
- Director: ken karunas
- Style: romantic comedy drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Language: Telugu
- Release date: 26 March 2026
Originally a Tamil language film, Youth It revolves around a 15-year-old boy named Praveen and his school life. Determined to find true love before school ends, he sets out on a journey that takes unexpected turns. Through a series of relationships and heartbreaks, he gradually begins to understand the true meaning of love and matures while facing the realities of life.
3. Kalam Paranj Kada
- Mould: Nisha Sarangh, Jayan Cherthala, Shivaji Guruvayur, Aristo Suresh, Kudsanada Kanakam, Kollam Thulasi, Lakshmi Prasad
- Director: Prasad Nooranad
- Style: crime thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 19 minutes
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 27 March 2026
Inspired by a shocking series of real-life crimes in Kerala, Kaalam Paranja Kada follows a protagonist who commits six brutal crimes in broad daylight. As the story unfolds, it explores the mentality behind the violence and raises disturbing questions.
4. Band Melam
- Mould: Harsh Roshan, Sridevi Appalla, Saikumar Pudipeddi
- Director: -Satish Javvaji
- Style: romantic drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 21 minutes
- Language: Telugu
- Release date: 26 March 2026
The band focuses on Melam Giri and Raji, who grow up together in a small village and their bond blossoms into love. However, changing circumstances and misunderstandings drive them and their families apart. While Raji continued his education, Giri continued music with his village band. Life takes them in different directions until fate brings them face to face again.
5. Chamaiya son of Ramachari
- Mould: Pallakki Radhakrishna, Jayashree Raj, Prema Gowda, Chaitra Santosh, Seenu Markle
- Director: Pallakki Radhakrishna
- Style: family drama thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Language: Kannada
- Release date: 27 March 2026
Set in the heart of Chitradurga, Chamaiya Putra Ramachari follows the lives of Ramachari and Chamaiya, rooted in deep family ties and regional heritage. As a murder mystery unravels, events surrounding a grand religious procession become a turning point, exposing hidden truths and long-standing conflicts.
6. derby
- Mould: Adam Sabic, Sagar SuryaAl Ameen, Jasanya Jaydeesh, Johnny Antony, Franco Francis
- Director: Sajeel Mampad
- Style: romantic action comedy
- Runtime: tba
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 27 March 2026
Derby explores the story of a group of college friends who attempt to organize a rhythm team on campus for festivals. However, their plans soon lead to unexpected action, humor and youthful chaos as the rules of rivalry, love and campus collide during a spirited competition.
7. Suyodhana
- Mould: Priyadarshi PulikondaDrishika Chander, Saikumar Pudipeddi, Rajashree Nair, Vishnu Oy, Devi Prasad
- Director: YS Madhava Reddy
- Style: mystery drama thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Language: Telugu
- Release date: 27 March 2026
A young and creative Foley artist has heard a mysterious voice named Suyodhana since his childhood and he often imagines a figure dressed like Duryodhana. Raised with care by his mother and supported by his childhood friend and girlfriend, his life changes drastically when he is accused of murdering his father. This begins a shocking investigation into his past.
8. Shadow
- Mould: Nivin PaulySharaf U Dheen, Balachandra Menon, Harishree Ashokan, Maniyanpilla Raju, N Augustine, Sai Kumar, Nishant Sagar
- Director: Unnikrishnan B.
- Style: political drama thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 42 minutes
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 26 March 2026
ghosting It follows a talented tech entrepreneur turned strategist who is also the son of the Chief Minister of Kerala. Following the death of her father as part of a dangerous conspiracy hatched by a ruthless media tycoon, her life takes a dramatic turn.
As opposition forces try to take advantage of the situation, he sets out to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy and protect his father’s legacy using his intelligence and skills.
These movies are among the South Indian releases hitting the big screens this week.
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