PremiumPushpa 2 The Rule to Identity - New Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada OTT releases to watch this week
From Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule to Tovino Thomas-starrer Identity and Pothugadda, here is the list of films releasing in Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada this week (January 26 to February 1, 2025).
Last Updated: 05.25 PM, Jan 29, 2025
The buzz in the streaming world is louder than ever as Pushpa 2: The Rule is making its big OTT premiere on Netflix this week, much to the delight of Allu Arjun fans. Tovino Thomas’ Identity is another film of a south star slated to land on OTT this week. Apart from these big-budget movies, relatively smaller films are also coming into the digital space. From Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule to Tovino Thomas-starrer Identity and Pothugadda, here is the list of films releasing in Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada this week (January 26 to February 1, 2025).
Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada OTT releases to watch this week
Pushpa 2: The Rule
Where to watch: Netflix
OTT release date: January 30, 2025
Language: Telugu
Allu Arjun made a triumphant return as Pushpa Raj in Sukumar’s action-drama film, which is the sequel to the hugely popular Pushpa: The Rise. Rashmika Mandanna as Pushpa's wife Srivalli and Fahadh Faasil as his nemesis SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat also return for the second installment. Another exciting factor about the OTT release is that Pushpa 2 - Reloaded Version, with 23 minutes of extra footage, will be streaming on Netflix from January 30, 2025.
Also read - Pushpa 2 Review: Allu Arjun delivers a career-defining performance in this emotional action drama
Identity
Where to watch: ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium)
OTT release date: January 31, 2025
Language: Malayalam
Tovino Thomas brings an ambitious action thriller to Malayalam with Identity, which also stars Trisha and Vinay Rai. The film revolves around a sketch artist Haran (Tovino) who offers to help the police in a murder case which also has an eyewitness (Trisha). Identity is a must-watch for those who like terrific car chases, and slick action sequences in a film packed with twists.
Pothugadda
Where to watch: ETV Win, OTTplay Premium
OTT release date: Jan 30, 2025
Language: Telugu
Raksha Veeran has directed and penned Pothugadda, which has skipped the theatrical release and is headed to OTT directly. The Telugu film, which features young actors Shatru and Prasanth Karthi, is set to narrate a gripping tale. Fans of Telugu cinema, who would like to look beyond big-budget star vehicles, would definitely want to check out what Raksha Veeran has to offer.
Coffee with a Killer
Where to watch - Aha, OTTplay premium
OTT release date: Jan 31, 2025
Language – Telugu
Another Telugu film that is heading directly to OTT. RP Patnaik has directed Coffee With a Killer, which features Ravi Babu, Srinivas Reddy, and Temper Vamsi, among others. While announcing the film's OTT release date, Aha said on Twitter - "One coffee shop, endless twists. From horoscopes to crime scenes—get ready for a thrilling ride with Coffee with a Killer."
Max
Where to watch: Zee5
OTT release date: January 31, 2025 (unconfirmed)
Language - Kannada
Kiccha Sudeep stars as Inspector Arjun Mahakshay aka Max in this Kannada film. The action-packed movie was released in theatres for Christmas 2024. Fans of Kiccha Sudeep have been waiting for the film to land on OTT. Though yet to be confirmed officially, reports claim that Max is likely to land on OTT later this week.