In this week’s cinematic lineup on various OTT platforms like Netflix, South Indian movies and series are stealing the show. On the whole, it offers a diverse range of emotions, from heartwarming family to spine-chilling supernatural adventures. This week’s top South Indian movies and series are Hi Nanna, Kaathal — The Core, Annapoorani, Conjuring Kannapan, and Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case.
Hi Nanna
Streaming On: Netflix
Hi Nanna introduces Viraj (Nani), a celebrity photographer in Mumbai juggling a hectic schedule while being a devoted father to his six-year-old daughter Mahi. The film provides a peek into Viraj’s life as a hands-on father, showcasing Mahi’s seemingly perfect world with her father, grandfather (Jayaram), pet dog Pluto, and Viraj’s friend Justin (Priyadarshini). However, as the story unfolds, the big question arises: Who is Mahi’s mother? Soon after, viewers get to witness a fairytale-esque exploration of Viraj’s past.
Hi Nanna is currently trending at No. 1 on Netflix.
Kaathal — The Core
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
This top South Indian movie has been the talk of the town. Mammootty takes on the role of Mathew Devassy, a highly respected man in a village with strong community ties. The film adeptly peels away the layers of a seemingly loveless marriage, exposing the core reason: Mathew’s homosexual orientation.
Additionally, the story also offers Mathew’s perspective, giving viewers insights into his alleged lover Thankan’s (Sudhu Kozhikode) silent struggles.
Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food
Streaming On: Netflix
Another top South Indian movie streaming on Netflix is Nayanthara’s Annapoorani. It is the story of a young woman whose aspirations to become a renowned chef clash with her orthodox Iyengar family values.
In the beginning, Rangarajan (Achyuth Kumar), her father and the temple chef of Srirangam Ranganathar temple, fuels her dream with love. However, when she is inclined to cook non-vegetarian dishes as well, he objects. Nonetheless, she finds support from unexpected quarters and fulfils her ambition.
Conjuring Kannapan
Streaming On: Netflix
Conjuring Kannapan kicks off with Kannappan (Sathish) finding himself trapped in a dream world inhabited by ghosts after disturbing an ancient and cursed dreamcatcher. The plot takes an unexpected turn as Kannapan inadvertently involves his family. After all, he takes on Devil Armstrong (Anandraj), and his psychiatrist Dr. Johnny (Redin Kingsley) in a ghostly conundrum. All in all, this top South Indian movie is a suspenseful exploration of escaping a haunted mansion.
Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case
Streaming On: Netflix
Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case delves into the shocking true story of Jolly Joseph from Koodathai, Kerala. In 2019, Joseph was arrested for murdering six family members between 2002 and 2016, including her husband and in-laws.
On the whole, she was motivated by a desire for an easy, wealthy life, Joseph ingeniously avoided suspicion until her brother-in-law and sister-in-law decided to investigate the family deaths. The documentary now available on Netflix, unveils the details of Jolly’s sinister actions, primarily using cyanide to gain control over family properties.
In conclusion, this week’s top South Indian movies and series available on various OTT offer a rollercoaster of emotions and gripping storylines.
