December promises to bring a smashing end to a rather subdued 2021. Every top OTT platform in India has lined up a spectacular slate of Indian films for viewers of every demographic in the country. The next ten days are especially busy, with at least ten much-awaited Indian films gearing up to have their digital release on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus Hotstar, SonyLIV and ZEE5.
Without much delay, here are all the Indian films in multiple languages, releasing on OTT soon –
1. Satyamev Jayate 2 – Hindi film, 23rd December, Prime Video
The spiritual sequel of Satyamev Jayate, the film stars John Abraham in a triple role – twin brothers, each on opposite sides of the law, and their father. The film takes on the issues of corruption and justice in Indian culture.
2. Bhajarangi 2 – Kannada film, 24th December, ZEE5
A fantasy drama, Bhajarangi 2 stars Dr Shiva Rajkumar as Aanji, a wandering hero with a violent past. He redeems himself when he saves a village and its sacred book from an evil being, also avenging his sister’s death in the process. The film has supernatural elements and lots of action and drama.
3. Atrangi Re – Hindi film (also in Tamil dub), 24th December, Disney Plus Hotstar
Supposedly a love triangle, the musical drama stars Akshay Kumar, Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan as leads. A R Rahman has given music for the film, which is directed by Aanand L Rai. The Tamil version of Atrangi Re is titled as Galatta Kalyanam.
4. Minnal Murali – Malayalam film (also dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu), 24th December, Netflix
Tovino Thomas stars as a lovable village simpleton, who gains superhuman qualities after he is struck by lightning. He turns into a superhero vigilante, and helps save his people from an evil enemy.
5. Maanaadu – Tamil film, 24th December, SonyLIV
Maanaadu is a sci-fi and action film that is centered on the recent trend of the time loop. A common man (Simbu) and a police officer (S. J Suryah) are trapped in a never-ending time loop on the day of a public conference of the chief minister, where the CM is likely to be assassinated. Venkat Prabhu has written and directed Maanaadu. It stars Silambarasan, S. J. Suryah, Kalyani Priyadarshan, S. A. Chandrasekhar, among others.
6. Madhuram – Malayalam film, 24th December, SonyLIV
Malayalam film is a sweet emotional drama that centres on the themes of hope, love, friendship and empathy. A bunch of strangers forge strong bonds of support and friendship at a hospital as each faces a difficult time. The film is directed by Ahmed Khabeer. It stars Joju George, Arjun Ashokan, Shruthi Ramachandran, Indrans, Nikhila Vimal, among others.
7. Blood Money, Tamil film, 24th December, ZEE5
Blood Money is a suspenseful race-against-time thriller. Priya Bhavani Shankar stars as a journalist who uncovers startling clues through viewing footage of the crime, clues that can help save two innocent expatriate Indians from the death penalty in Kuwait. The film also stars Metro Shirish.
8. Kaaval – Malayalam film, 23rd December, Netflix
A gripping drama, Kaaval comes to Netflix after a well-received theatrical release. The film stars Suresh Gopi and Renji Panicker as estranged friends who come together again after a tough situation befalls one of them. Directed by Nithin Renji Panicker, Kaaval also stars Alencier Ley Lopez, Rajesh Sharma and Sujith Sankar.
9. Antim – Hindi film, 24/27 December, ZEE5
Antim: The Final Truth stars Ayush Sharma as a petty criminal who rises the ranks to become the most dreaded and invincible gangster – until he runs into an upright police officer (Salman Khan) with relentless drive to see that justice is served. Directed by Mahesh Manjrekar.
10. WWW, Telugu film, 24th December, SonyLIV
A sci-fi thriller starring Adith Arun, Shivani Rajasekhar, Viva Harsha, Priyadarshi Pullikonda among others. It is a lockdown movie, featuring a set of friends who keep in touch on Zoom, when one day, their computers get hacked. The film is directed by K. V. Guhan.
11. Kesu Ee Veedinte Nadhan – Malayalam film, 31st December, Disney Plus Hotstar
Kesu Ee Veedinte Nadhan is a family drama directed by Nadirsha. The movie stars Dileep, Urvashi, Jaffer Idukki, Anusree, among others. Kesu is a family man who runs a driving school. All hell breaks loose in his life when he wins the lottery.
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