A fresh wave of Tamil and Telugu films and series is poised to launch on various over-the-top (OTT) platforms this week, with five highly anticipated titles all slated for release on September 25, 2026. Viewers can look forward to a diverse range of genres, from historical dramas and sports action to fantasy comedies and supernatural thrillers, across SonyLIV, Prime Video, SunNXT, and ZEE5.
Dramatic Narratives and Sports Action
Meera Kathiravan's directorial venture, Habeebi, is a drama set to stream on SonyLIV. Starring Kasthuri Raja, Esha M, and Malavika Manoj among others, the film explores four decades within a handloom weaving community located near Tirunelveli. The narrative centers on Yousuf, a traditional weaver striving to preserve his family's craft, alongside an evolving, unspoken romance between Abu Thahir and Nilofar amidst societal shifts.
From director Thenpathiyan, the sports action drama Angikaaram will be available on SunNXT. Featuring Kotapadi J Rajesh, Sindhoori Vishwanath, and Rangaraj Pandey, the story follows Aathiran Banumathi, a talented 200-meter runner from a disadvantaged Chennai slum. Despite facing immense poverty and discrimination, Aathiran secures a coveted spot at the Commonwealth Games. However, his opportunity is abruptly withdrawn, compelling him to fight against institutional bias to reclaim his rightful place.
Journeys into Fantasy and Mystery
Prime Video will host Photographer, a fantasy mystery directed by and starring Ashraf Ali, alongside Janani Samathanam and Karunakaran. This film introduces Veera, an ambitious young man with obsessive-compulsive disorder. His quest to document a rare natural phenomenon leads him deep into the perilous Mathikettan Solai reserve forest. Lost and experiencing severe hallucinations, Veera inadvertently uncovers an illicit cultivation operation, prompting a critical rescue mission led by a dedicated Forest Ranger.
Another Prime Video offering is Ramba Oorvasi Menaka, a fantasy comedy helmed by Chandra Mohan Chintada. The ensemble cast includes Allari Naresh, Surbhi, and Rashi Singh. The plot revolves around Suri, a carefree aspiring actor who manages a local drama troupe while relying on his diligent mother. His life takes an extraordinary turn when his uncle, Ramana, reveals an ancient magical book capable of summoning the celestial nymphs Rambha, Urvashi, and Menaka, who can grant wishes. Suri dedicates years to deciphering the book, hoping to achieve his dream of becoming a movie star. When his mother requires costly surgery, he finally succeeds in summoning the nymphs. Their unfamiliarity with the contemporary world triggers a series of chaotic and humorous events, forcing Suri to set aside his personal ambitions and confront life's practicalities.
Supernatural Encounters
Rounding out the releases is Agadha, a supernatural mystery thriller from director MS Raju, streaming on ZEE5. Kamakshi Bhaskarla, Shravan Reddy, and Ulka Gupta lead the cast. The story follows Mahadevi, a spiritually gifted exorcist, who returns to her ancestral home following her cousin's mysterious death and a succession of unexplained misfortunes. Her investigation draws her to a forbidden forest cave, an enigmatic twelve-handed idol, and a clandestine cult. Collaborating with writer Manasa and her boyfriend, Mahadevi uncovers the presence of Agadha, a malevolent dark entity aspiring to universal domination. To safeguard her family and vanquish this ancient power, she must engage in a climactic supernatural confrontation.
A Week of Simultaneous Premieres
This simultaneous release of five diverse titles on September 25, 2026, marks a significant week for Tamil and Telugu content on major OTT platforms. It offers viewers a wide array of genres to explore, from intense dramas and sports action to fantasy comedies and supernatural thrillers, all debuting on the same day.
