The countdown to the December 25, 2025, release of the Tamil action thriller Retta Thala, featuring Arun Vijay in a dual role as a stylish anti-hero entangled in high-stakes intrigue, directed by Kris Thirukumaran and scored by Sam C.S. of Kaithi fame.
The attached posters highlight contrasting tones: one intense image of Arun Vijay in a leather chair amid handcuffs and rifles symbolizing captivity and rebellion, the other a lighter romantic shot with co-lead Tanya Ravichandran under an archway, teasing emotional depth alongside action.
As a Pan-India release in five languages, the film builds on recent trailer buzz from December 15, 2025, positioning it as a Christmas competitor in a crowded festive slate, with early tracking suggesting strong South Indian appeal due to Vijay's rising action-hero status.
The first-look poster for the Kannada action thriller 'Mark', featuring Kichcha Sudeep in a gritty, intense avatar amid fiery chaos, emphasizing its "mass masala" appeal for a worldwide Christmas 2025 release.
Directed by Vijay Kartikeyaa—fresh off the 2024 hit 'Max'—and scored by Ajaneesh Loknath of 'Kantara' fame, the film reunites the duo with co-star Naveen Chandra, promising high-stakes drama and stylized action sequences.
It coincides with the trailer's December 6 launch and U/A censor clearance, amplifying buzz for Sudeep's post-'Max' comeback in a competitive holiday slate.
that Zee5 has acquired satellite rights for Jana Nayagan, a Tamil political action thriller starring Thalapathy Vijay, Pooja Hegde, and Bobby Deol, marking Vijay's final film before his full-time political entry.
Directed by H. Vinoth and scored by Anirudh Ravichander, the movie features a 186-minute runtime centered on themes of leadership and mass uprising, with a theatrical release planned for January 9, 2026, during Pongal festival.
The post's attached posters underscore the film's pre-release hype, including record-breaking advance bookings and Vijay's reported ₹130 crore salary, fueling fan excitement across South Indian cinema.
the second single "Love Advice" from the Tamil film Pookie, releasing December 20, 2025, at 4 PM, featuring stylized posters highlighting lead Ajay Dhishan in a reflective sunglasses design.
Pookie marks the directorial debut of Ganesh Chandra (ex-DOP for Salim) and stars Ajay Dhishan alongside Sunil, with Vijay Antony composing music and producing via his Vijay Antony Film Corporation for a February 13, 2026, theatrical release.
Vijay Antony, acclaimed for Vettaikaaran's soundtrack, also wrote the lyrics for this "OG vibe" track, continuing his hands-on role in nephew Ajay Dhishan's debut amid growing pre-release buzz since the September 2025 first look.
The digital premiere of the 2025 Tamil action thriller "Others" on Amazon Prime Video, highlighting its availability with the official poster.
The film, directed by debutant Abin Hariharan, follows a police officer investigating health anomalies in IVF-born infants, revealing a conspiracy involving stolen eggs and themes of identity and societal norms.
Theatrically released on November 7, 2025, "Others" earned mixed reviews—praised for strong ideas in a medical crime drama but critiqued for confusing caricature with concern—before its quick OTT shift amid moderate box office performance.
the 50-day theatrical run of the 2025 Tamil romantic comedy "Aan Paavam Pollathathu," a debut directorial by Kalaiarasan Thangavel featuring Rio Raj and Malavika Manoj as a couple navigating marital misunderstandings.
Accompanied by vibrant promotional posters declaring it a "mega blockbuster hit," the content underscores the film's sustained cinema success amid viral social media buzz, as seen in concurrent celebratory posts from cast and crew.
Drawing from Reddit review threads, the movie's relatable take on modern relationships has sparked mixed yet engaged discussions, boosting its visibility and contributing to over 1,200 views on the post within hours.
ETV Win's Telugu originals—"90s" (a middle-class biopic series), "Little Hearts" (a family drama), and "All India Rankers" (a coming-of-age film)—now streaming on Netflix in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam with English subtitles, boosting regional content visibility.
ETV Win, launched in 2021 by Ramoji Group, partners with Netflix to distribute exclusives beyond its platform, reflecting a trend where Indian OTT services license hits to global giants for wider audiences.
Recent releases like "Little Hearts" (directed by Satish Vegesna, produced by Aditya Hasan) have garnered positive reviews for emotional storytelling, with Netflix's multi-language dubs potentially increasing viewership by 2-3x based on similar South Indian title performances.
The Netflix premiere of the Telugu romantic thriller "Premante," starring Priyadarshi Pulikonda and Anandhi, depicted in a sunset embrace on its promotional poster.
Released theatrically on November 21, 2025, the film follows a hurried marriage unraveling into quirky suspense, directed by V.N. Aditya with a runtime blending comedy and drama.
Earning mixed reviews for its emotional rhythm but uneven pacing, the quick OTT shift to Netflix today targets wider Pan-India viewers amid the author's cinema tracking expertise.
the OTT premiere of the Malayalam mystery-comedy-thriller "Dominic and the Ladies' Purse," starring Mammootty as a detective, on Zee5 after an 11-month delay since its January 2025 theatrical release.
Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon and produced by Mammootty, the film secured a modest 15-lakh INR digital rights deal, reflecting cautious streaming interest amid mixed reviews on its blend of humor and suspense.
Early viewer responses highlight divided opinions, with some praising it as a one-time watchable crime story while others find the hype unwarranted, underscoring its niche appeal in regional cinema.
the premiere of "Pharma," a Malayalam medical drama series starring Nivin Pauly in his web debut, exploring ethical dilemmas in the pharmaceutical industry through 8 episodes now streaming on JioHotstar.
Directed by PR Menon and released on December 19, 2025, the series draws from real-world pharma sales pressures, with early reviews praising Pauly's performance as a sales rep uncovering drug side effects.
It includes the official poster highlighting cast members like Shruti Ramachandran and Narain, aligning with the account's focus on regional film updates.
The direct-to-OTT premiere of the 2025 Tamil thriller "Un Paarvayil" on Sun NXT, featuring a dramatic poster of lead actress Parvati Nair with an eyepatch and knife, emphasizing its suspense-mystery vibe.
Directed by Kabir Lal, the film stars Parvati Nair in dual roles alongside Ganesh Venkatraman and Mahendran, exploring themes of hidden truths and revenge in a taut narrative, as teased in recent trailers released on the platform.
As part of December 19's OTT slate, it joins Telugu counterpart "Divya Drushti" on Sun NXT amid a crowded week of regional releases, with early buzz from cast interviews hinting at unexpected twists but modest initial traction at 25 likes.
