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Vilangu headlined by Vemal is regarded as one of the finest Tamil crime thriller shows in the digital space. The series was directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj for ZEE5, and it received an excellent viewership owing to solid reports. Four years after its release, Vilangu has now got an extension titled Warrant.

Prasanth Pandiyaraj serves as the showrunner and it is directed by Vignesh Natarajan. The latest update reveals that Warrant will start streaming from May 22 in Tamil.

Promotions will kickstart very soon. Vilangu was so popular that it was also remade in Kannada and Hindi as Raakshasa and Bibhishon, respectively. It remains to be seen how well Warrant can impress the audiences.

After a disappointing theatrical run, Pradeep Ranganathan’s latest outing, Love Insurance Kompany, is gearing up for a second chance on OTT. The film will start streaming from May 6 in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.

Prime Video holds the digital rights to this futuristic rom-com entertainer directed by Vignesh Shivan. Krithi Shetty played the female lead. The film ended Pradeep Ranganathan’s Rs. 100 crore streak.

S. J. Suryah, Yogi Babu, Gouri G Kishan, and Mysskin play key roles. The project is produced by S. S. Lalit Kumar under Seven Screen Studio in collaboration with Nayanthara. Anirudh composed the tunes.

The recent Kerala industry hit Vaazha 2 which grossed over Rs. 250 crores globally is now all set for its digital debut. According to the latest update, Vaazha 2 will start streaming from May 8. Jio Hotstar holds the post-theatrical streaming rights.

Given the platform’s usual approach, we can expect Vaazha 2’s digital release simultaneously in other languages too. The movie collected Rs. 125 crores in Kerala surpassing the likes of Lokah and Thudarum.

Hashir H, Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy, and Vinayak V played the lead roles in the film. Directed by debutant Savin SA, the film is jointly produced by Imagin Cinemas, WBTS Productions, Shine Screens, Signature Studios, and Icon Studios.

The Telugu horror comedy Raakaasa, starring Sangeet Shobhan and Nayan Sarika, made its theatrical debut on April 3, 2026. Directed by Manasa Sharma and produced by Niharika Konidela under Pink Elephant Pictures, the film opened to a decent response at the box office.

Now, the film has officially made its digital debut on Netflix, expanding its reach beyond theatrical audiences. Originally released in Telugu, the OTT version is also available in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, making it accessible to a wider viewer base across regions.

Raakaasa features a strong supporting cast including Brahmaji, and Tanikella Bharani, who add depth and humour to the narrative. The film blends supernatural elements with comedy, offering a lighthearted viewing experience that works well for home audiences.

On the technical front, Anudeep Dev composed the music and background score, enhancing the film’s mood and energy. Umesh Kumar Gupta served as co-producer for the project.

Biker is billed as India’s first motocross-based film, starring Sharwanand and Malvika Nair, with Dr. Rajasekhar in a pivotal role. Directed by Abhilash Reddy, the film hit theatres on April 3, 2026, and earned appreciation for its concept, winning over a section of the audience.

In a bid to reach a wider viewership, Biker is now streaming on Netflix. The film is available not just in Telugu but also in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, allowing it to connect with audiences across the country. The response on OTT is now eagerly awaited.

Backed by UV Creations, the film also features Atul Kulkarni, Brahmaji, and Shashank in key supporting roles. Ghibran has composed the music for this sports drama. Stay tuned for more updates on other OTT releases.

Youth and Ustaad Bhagat Singh debuted on Netflix the same day, with Pawan Kalyan’s star power initially pushing his film past the coming-of-age drama last week in views. However, the viewership landscape shifted significantly by the second week of release. While the action blockbuster started strong, it has struggled to maintain its early momentum against rising competition.

The Netflix rankings for April 20–26, 2026, show Youth holding steady in fourth place within the non-English movies category. It is currently tied with the Hindi web movie Toaster, as both titles secured 2.3 million views during this period. This surprising consistency allowed the drama to outperform expectations during its second week of streaming.

In contrast, Ustaad Bhagat Singh slipped from third to fifth place on the global charts, garnering 1.9 million views. This decline suggests that the initial star-driven surge is cooling off as audiences explore other trending titles on the platform. Directed by Harish Shankar, the film now faces a difficult climb to regain its previous dominance.

Youth, directed by and starring Ken Karunas, has proven to be a resilient contender by maintaining its fourth-place position. This level of staying power is notable, as it often eludes even the largest blockbuster releases in the digital space. Observers are now waiting to see if these rankings will stabilize or shift further in the week ahead.

We had earlier reported that Shah Rukh Khan-backed crime thriller Kartavya, spearheaded by Saif Ali Khan, would start streaming from May. The streamer has now officially revealed that the investigative thriller will make its world digital premiere on May 15.

Shah Rukh Khan’s association and Saif Ali Khan’s presence have helped the film grab eyeballs. The trailer will be launched soon, which is likely to further heighten the anticipation. The movie is directed by Pulkit, who previously helmed Bhumi Pednekar’s Bhakshak for Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment.

Kartavya is about Pawan Malik, an honest cop who investigates the murder of a journalist, due to which his family lands in unwanted trouble. Rasika Dugal, Sanjay Mishra, Saurabh Dwivedi, Zakir Hussain, and Manish Chaudhari will be seen in key roles.

Here’s good news for movie lovers who cherish the iconic classic Moondram Pirai (1982), which was dubbed in Telugu as Vasantha Kokila. Starring National Award winner Kamal Haasan and the legendary Sridevi, the film is finally making its debut on digital platforms.

After 44 years since its theatrical release, the film is set to premiere on OTT for the first time. The production house, Sathya Jyothi Films, has announced that the remastered version will begin streaming on Amazon Prime Video from tomorrow.

The film will be available in Tamil, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic in enhanced quality. However, the absence of a Telugu version may disappoint fans who have long awaited its digital release.

Directed and shot by Balu Mahendra, the film is widely regarded as a masterpiece. He also won the National Award for his exceptional cinematography, while Kamal Haasan received the National Award for his performance as Cheenu. The soul-stirring music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja.

After a short theatrical window, Thanga Natchathiram (TN 2026) has quietly arrived on OTT today, April 30, 2026, catching many by surprise. The film has skipped the usual wait and is now available for streaming across platforms.

Breaking away from the standard single deal format, the makers have released it simultaneously on Amazon Prime Video, Aha, Shortflix, AP International, and Simply South for overseas viewers. The move opens the film up to a wider audience right away.

At its core, the film leans more into a political drama space rather than outright satire, following a film star played by Natty Subramaniam who steps into politics. While it carries a few satirical touches, the narrative largely stays grounded in drama and character driven moments.

Directed by Umapathy Ramaiah and produced by Kannan Ravi, the film is based on a story by Thambi Ramaiah. The technical side is handled by composer Darbuka Siva, cinematographer P. G. Muthiah, and editor Arul R. Thangam.

The supporting cast includes M. S. Bhaskar, Ilavarasu, and Thambi Ramaiah, along with Yashika Aannand, Redin Kingsley, and John Vijay in key roles.

The film’s political angle triggered discussion during its theatrical run, with some viewers drawing parallels to Vijay and his real life political entry. The makers, however, have maintained that the story is fictional and not based on any individual.

Despite emerging as a flop in theatres, Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh is having a great run in the digital space. The film, directed by Harish Shankar, has found a new lease of life on Netflix. In its first weekend, the movie clocked 2.5 million views and 6.2 million viewing hours, securing a spot among the top 3 non-English films on the streamer.

The movie continued to remain stable by adding another 1.9 million views and 4.7 million viewing hours to its tally after the first weekend. So far, Ustaad Bhagat Singh garnered 4.4 million views and 10.9 million viewing hours, the highest for any South-Indian film on Netflix in 2026 so far (post-theatrical releases). Currently, it is trending at the fifth spot worldwide (non-English films).

In its 2-week digital journey, Ustaad Bhagat Singh is ahead of other South films, including Youth, Akhanda 2, Anaganaga Oka Raju, and Mrithyunjay. The star power of Pawan Kalyan is helping the film pull in these extraordinary numbers, even though it received negative reviews. Sreeleela and Raashii Khanna played the female leads. Mythri Movie Makers backed this biggie.