The South OTT scene is buzzing with exciting new releases that are bound to keep you entertained during this festive week. At the forefront is Vijay Sethupathi and Vetrimaaran’s Viduthalai Part 2 from Tamil cinema. Not to be outdone, Malayalam cinema has its own lineup with films like Rifle Club, I Am Kathalan, and Pani. So, let’s dive into all the new OTT releases from the Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu film industries for the week of January 12 to January 18, 2025..

Check out this week's Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu OTT releases!

Viduthalai Part 2

Where to watch - ZEE5, OTTplay Premium

OTT release date - January 17, 2025

Language - Tamil

Vijay Sethupathi is stepping in for Soori in the second part of Viduthalai, which Soori led in the first installment. In this politically charged flick directed by Vetrimaaran, Vijay takes on the role of Perumal Vaathiyaar, focusing on the people's movement and its leader. Alongside Vijay and Soori, who portrays a rookie cop, the film features Manju Warrier as well. With Vijay Sethupathi delivering a powerful performance, this film is definitely one you shouldn't miss.

Rifle Club

Where to watch - Netflix

OTT release date - January 16, 2025

Language – Malayalam

Aashiq Abu gathered a bunch of talented folks from various fields for his action thriller, Rifle Club. The film features filmmakers-turned-actors like Anurag Kashyap and Dileesh Pothan, along with well-known Malayalam actresses such as Darshana Rajendran and Vani Vishwanath. Even rapper Hanumankind stepped into acting for the first time in this movie, which tells the story of a group of hunting club members facing off against an arms dealer.

Pani

Where to watch - SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium)

OTT release date - January 16, 2025

Language - Malayalam

Famous actor Joju George stepped into the director's chair for the first time with his revenge thriller, Pani. He also plays a role in the film, which tells the story of two young guys diving into the criminal underworld. Their initial mission leads them to cross paths with Giri. This action-filled movie, released in 2024, is packed with violence and came out in a year that also featured the intense film Marco making waves in theaters.

I Am Kathalan

OTT release date - Jan 17, 2025

Where to watch - Manorama Max

Language - Malayalam

Girish AD, known for capturing the essence of today's youth in films like Super Sharanya and Premalu, is back with a techno-thriller titled I Am Kathalan. He’s joined forces with Naslen K Gafoor, his co-star from Premalu, to tell the story of Vishnu, a guy who turns to hacking to get back at his girlfriend’s dad and his business. While it might not reach the heights of Premalu, this film still delivers an entertaining experience as Vishnu, who’s struggling to finish his BTech, takes on the world of computers and hacking experts.

Pothugadda

Where to watch: ETV Win, OTTplay Premium

OTT release date: January 16, 2025

Language: Telugu

Pothugadda was originally set to hit screens on November 14, 2024, but it’s been pushed back and will now debut on ETV Win during the Sankranthi week. This Telugu film features young stars Shatru and Prasanth Kishore in the main roles and will be skipping theaters altogether, going straight to OTT for its premiere

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