This weekend brings an exciting range of South Indian cinema to various OTT platforms, offering viewers diverse entertainment options ranging from romantic dramas to psychological thrillers. Streaming services have scheduled multiple releases across Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu languages, ensuring audiences have access to regional content that spans different genres and storytelling approaches.
South Indian OTT Releases This Week
| Movie | Streaming Platform | Language |
| Abhilasham | Amazon Prime Video | Malayalam |
| Heart Beat S2 | Jiohotstar | Tamil |
| Hunt | Manorama MAX | Malayalam |
| Calling Bell | ETV Win | Telugu |
| Pendulum | ETV Win | Telugu |
Abhilasham OTT Release
‘Abhilasham’ officially premieres on Amazon Prime Video on May 23, 2025, bringing Saiju Kurup's romantic performance to streaming audiences. The film centres around Abhilash Kumar, portrayed by Kurup, who harbours deep feelings for his childhood friend Sherin, now navigating life as a single mother. This emotional narrative explores the complexities of rekindled relationships and the challenges faced by individuals reconnecting after significant life changes.
Heart Beat Season 2 OTT Release
JioHotstar presents the highly anticipated second season of ‘Heart Beat’ on May 22, 2025, continuing the Tamil medical drama series that garnered significant viewer attention during its inaugural season. The series provides an intimate examination of daily operations within a multi-speciality hospital, exploring the professional and personal lives of doctors, nurses, and supporting medical staff.
Hunt OTT Release
Manorama Max introduces ‘Hunt’ on May 23, 2025, featuring Bhavana in a compelling forensic investigation role. The Malayalam thriller showcases Dr Keerthy, a forensics specialist who becomes deeply involved in solving a complex murder case involving a woman's death. As the investigation progresses, Dr Keerthy uncovers startling revelations that raise numerous questions about the case's true nature.
Director Shaji Kailas, known for his expertise in crafting suspenseful narratives, helms this project. The film represents the second collaboration between the veteran director and actress Bhavana, following their previous work together in ‘Chinthamani Kolacase.’
Calling Bell OTT Release
ETV Win expands its content library with ‘Calling Bell’, premiering on May 18, 2025, also available on OTTplay Premium. This Telugu production forms part of ‘Kadha Sudha's’ weekly series, designed to deliver concise yet emotionally impactful storytelling experiences for viewers seeking meaningful short-form content.
Pendulum OTT Release
ETV Win also features ‘Pendulum,’ a psychological thriller that examines the blurred boundaries between dreams and reality. The film stars Vijay Babu as Dr Mahesh Narayanan, alongside Devaki Rajendran as his devoted wife, Shweta, as they return to Kochi with their daughter Thanu after a mysterious incident.
The narrative begins when Dr Mahesh is discovered unconscious during a family visit to a hill station. Upon regaining consciousness, he recounts being struck by a truck the previous night, only to realise the entire experience occurred within a dream. This revelation launches him into a complex investigation to understand the connection between his dreams and two other individuals named Ameer and Angel.
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