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.
7 south movies are releasing this week
1. Ustad Bhagat Singh
- Mould: Pawan KalyanSreeleela, Rashi Khanna, R. Parthiban, Ashutosh Rana, Nawab Shah, Rajiv Kanakala, BS Avinash, Posani Krishna Murali, Gautami, Chammak Chandra
- Director: Harish Shankar
- Style: action comedy
- Runtime: 2 hours 34 minutes
- Language: Telugu
- Release date: 19 March 2026
Ustad Bhagat Singh It is the story of a man inspired by his teacher, who names him Bhagat Singh and shapes his values. A tribal boy grows up with strong morals and unwavering courage. Standing firm against injustice, he takes on the forces of evil despite overwhelming odds.
Initially there were reports that the film would be a remake of Thalapathy Vijay starrer Theri directed by Atlee. However, director Harish Shankar rejected these claims.
2. Bhishmar
- Mould: Dhyana SrinivasanVishnu Unnikrishnan, Divya Pillai, Ammayra Goswami, Indrans, Senthil Krishna, Gibin Gopinath, Manikandan Achari, Santosh Keezhattoor, Abu Salim
- Director: East Coast Vijayan
- Style: romantic comedy thriller
- Runtime: tba
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 20 March 2026
Bhishmar explores the story of Murugan, a young man known for his sharp timing and lively humour. As he goes through a series of hilarious incidents, he gets caught up in a thrilling adventure that tests his intelligence and courage. The film combines elements of comedy and mystery.
3. Devil: Darkness
- Mould: Frederick John, Ayra Palak, Chandini Tamilarasan, Mona Bedre, Sreeja Ravi
- Director: Manikandan Ramalingam
- Style: psychological horror thriller
- Runtime: 2 hours 24 minutes
- Language: tamil
- Release date: 19 March 2026
Shaitan: The Dark is set during the East India Company era, where a failed witchcraft ritual in Asthinapuram gives rise to a dark curse that haunts the village for generations. Years later, a young man must confront this terrifying past to save the woman he loves from her deadly grip.
4. Love Mocktail 3
- Mould: Darling Krishna, Milana Nagaraj, Samvrutha, Amrita Iyengar, Rachel David, Abhilash Dalpati
- Director: dear krishna
- Style: family drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 14 minutes
- Language: Kannada
- Release date: 19 March 2026
Love Mocktail 3 continues with the second installment, which focuses on the bond between Aadhi and his adopted daughter Nidhi. It explores the idea that families are not created just by being born, and follows an emotional journey into a new phase of responsible and nurturing love.
5. Kirata
- Mould: Chembil Ashokan, Dinesh Panikkar, Rajith Kumar, Aristo Suresh, Neena Kurup, Jeeva Nambiar
- Director: Roshan Koni
- Style: mystery adventure
- Runtime: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 20 March 2026
Kirata is situated amidst political unrest and social conflict. A determined hero steps into a world filled with power struggles and moral dilemmas. As alliances shift and consequences escalate, each choice becomes a test of courage and conviction.
6. Youth (2026)
- Mould: Ken Karunas, Anishama Anilkumar, Devdarshini, Suraj VenjaramooduPriyanshi Yadav, Meenakshi Dinesh
- Director: ken karunas
- Style: romantic comedy drama
- Runtime: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Language: tamil
- Release date: 19 March 2026
Youth revolves around a 15-year-old boy Praveen and follows his school life. She is determined to find true love before she finishes school. However, what the future holds for him is different, as he slowly understands the true meaning of love through a series of relationships and heartbreaks, maturing and coming to terms with the realities of life.
7. Aadu 3: One Last Ride – Part 1
- Mould: JayasuriyaSaiju Kurup, Vinayakan, Renji Panicker, Vijay Babu, Sunny Wayne, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Bhagat Manuel, Indrans, Bijukuttan, Sudhi Koppa, Alea Bourne, Vedhika (cameo)
- Director: Midhun Manuel Thomas
- Style: fantasy comedy
- Runtime: 2 hours 47 minutes
- Language: Malayalam
- Release date: 19 March 2026
Peach 3: One Last Ride – Part 1 The Jayasurya-led blockbuster is the latest installment of Aadu franchise. The film once again follows the chaotic story of Shaji Papan and his gang of tug-of-war players as they face a challenge unlike any other.
The above mentioned movies are among the South Indian releases hitting the big screens this week. Apart from these, Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar: The Revenge is also going to be released.
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