Sun NXT offers a gateway into the exciting South entertainment industry

Today, OTT platforms have narrowed down the distance between states and shattered the language barriers to celebrate regional cinema. One of the fastest-growing and most promising streaming platforms is Sun NXT which /encapsulates a seamless blend of artistic flair in regional cinema.

Streaming platform Sun NXT captivates hearts with its diverse content that acts as a perfect gateway to the intriguing South entertainment industry. With access to different widgets, categorising top content among the wide array of choices, Sun NXT offers 4000+ movies and 450+ TV shows. From ultimate blockbuster movies to classic actioners and latest movies, the platform brings an exciting concoction of entertainment.

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Founded by Kalanithi Maran, Sun NXT is a part of the Sun TV Network and is headquartered in Chennai. Apart from award-winning movies, Sun NXT also provides originals, live TV, music, and kids' content in six Indian languages.

If you’re a South Cinema fan but find subtitles boring, Sun NXT has a plethora of content for you with its dubbed movies. Accessible through OTTplay Premium, fans can immerse into Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and other regional cinematic gems with the option of multiple audios.

Top South films to stream on Sun NXT

Mankatha – Tamil

Headlined by South star Ajith Kumar, this action thriller marks his 50th film in the industry. Apart from the captivating performance of Ajith, the movie garnered acclaim from critics for its well-executed narration and robust performances of the cast. Set in Mumbai, the plot revolves around a group of thieves as they hatch a meticulous heist of cricket betting money.

• Cast: Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, Trisha, Raai Laxmi, Anjali, Andrea Jeremiah, Ashwin Kakumanu, Vaibhav Reddy, and Premji Amaren.

• IMDb rating: 7.7

'96 – Tamil

This poignant romantic drama film revolves around friendship, love and nostalgia. The plot revolves around a reunion of former school students from the batch of 1996 as they embark on a trip down memory lane with old friends and flames.

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• Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Trisha Krishnan, Gouri G. Kishan, Aadithya Bhaskar, Bagavathi Perumal, Devadarshini, Aadukalam Murugadoss

• IMDb rating: 8.5

Amen – Malayalam

If you’re looking for a romantic drama film with a charming twist of faith, this one is the perfect option. Set in a picturesque village, ththe e plot follows a star-crossed couple, Solomon, a saxophonist, and his rich lover Soshanna as they grapple to convince the latter’s parents for marriage.

• Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Indrajith Sukumaran, Kalabhavan Mani, and Swathi Reddy

• IMDb rating: 7.9

Thani Oruvan – Tamil

Mohan Raja’s gritty action thriller features the formidable duo of Jayam Ravi and Arvind Swamy in the lead roles. The plot revolves around a devoted cop as he embarks on a quest to trace an affluent but morally corrupt scientist who performed unethical experiments. With different timelines and great performances, this one is an exciting thriller.

• Cast: Jayam Ravi, Arvind Swamy, Nayanthara, Thambi Ramaiah, Ganesh Venkatraman

• IMDb rating: 8.4

Petta – Tamil

Rajinikanth stars in the titular role in this action-packed film. The plot revolves around a newly hired hostel warden called Kaali. Things take a dreary turn when he gets entangled with an arch-rival and his dark past.

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• Cast: Rajinikanth, Vijay Sethupathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, M. Sasikumar, Simran, Trisha, Megha Akash, Malavika Mohanan

• IMDb rating: 7.1

Doctor – Tamil

Sivakarthikeyan essays the eponymous role as a military medical professional who embarks on a quest to save his former fiancee's kidnapped niece that traces to a web of complicated human trafficking ring. The cat-and-mouse chase between the doctor and the immoral perpetrators is what forms the crux of the story.

• Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Vinay Rai, Priyanka Mohan (in her Tamil debut), Archana Chandhoke, Yogi Babu, Milind Soman  IMDb rating: 7.4

A1 Express - Telugu

Dennis Jeevan Kanukolanu’s sports drama sheds light on corruption and nepotism in sports. The story follows a hockey player as he navigates his life after an unfortunate incident. The movie also marks Telugu language's first sports film to be based on the game of hockey.

• Cast: Sundeep Kishan, Lavanya Tripathi, Murali Sharma, Rao Ramesh

• IMDb rating: 6.2

Anjaam Pathiraa – Malayalam

This riveting crime thriller revolves around a psychopathic killer who targets police officers in Kerala. Soon a criminologist takes the charge to unfold the gruesome string of serial killings before the clock runs out.

• Cast: Kunchacko Boban, Sharaf U Dheen, Sreenath Bhasi, Unnimaya Prasad, Jinu Joseph and Abhiram Radhakrishnan

• IMDb rating: 7.9

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