Su From So to Bigg Boss 9: Latest Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam OTT releases to watch in the first week of September 2025

It is a big week for Telugu in the digital space with two major releases, including Vishnu Manchu’s Kannappa. Telugu audiences are also excited to welcome Bigg Boss 9 on their screens, and that too with Nagarjuna Akkineni as the host. The Malayalam film industry, on the other hand, brings in a crime thriller series Kammattam and Manju Warrier-led thriller titled Footage. There is also much buzz about Kannada hit film Su From So set to make its digital premiere.

New Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada OTT releases to watch

Kannappa 

OTT release date: September 4, 2025 

OTT platform: Amazon Prime Video

Vishnu Manchu starred in the titular role in this film, which has been one of his dream projects. The film tracks the journey of the protagonist who goes from being an atheist to a Shiva devotee. One of the biggest highlights of the film is the cameos of stars Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Mohanlal. Preity Mukundhan also starred as the female lead in Kannappa. The film will drop on Prime Video, and OTTplay Premium subscribers can also watch it with a top-up option.

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu

OTT release Date: September 7, 2025 OTT platform: JioHotstar, OTTplay Premium

Popular star Nagarjuna Akkineni returns to hosting duties as Bigg Boss Telugu kicks off its Season 9 this week. The Telugu reality show, titled Ranarangam, promises more daring game plays and challenging situations. There would be both commoners and celebrities in the latest season of Bigg Boss 9 Telugu.

Kammattam 

OTT release date: September 5, 2025 

OTT platform: ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium)

Actor Sudev Nair leads this Malayalam web series, which is based on real-life incidents that happened in Thrissur. Shan Thulasidharan has helmed the series, which has the distinction of completing its shooting in just 11 days. A financial scam and a mysterious death are at the centre of this thriller series.

Also read: Toxic actor Sudev Nair on Yash, Geetu Mohandas' working dynamics: There's no ego and it's not about seniority | Exclusive

Footage  

OTT release date: September 5, 2025 

OTT platform: Sun NXT (OTTplay Premium)

Like what the title suggests, this Malayalam film is a found-footage movie, which features noted actress Manju Warrier along with Vishak Nair and Gayathri Ashok. A curious couple, who are also YouTube vloggers, seek to know more about a mysterious woman in their apartment. Editor Saiju Sreedharan made his directorial debut with Footage which promises an intriguing watch.

Also read: Footage movie review: Saiju Sreedharan pushes the envelope with this edgy, immersive thriller

Su From So

OTT release date: September 5, 2025 (tentative)

OTT platform: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium (tentative)

The popular Kannada film Su Fro So made waves at the box office, not just in Karnataka but in Kerala as well. The title, which is short for Sulochana from Someshwara, revolves around a youth named Prasad who comes up with a weird idea to get out of a tricky situation. But now the whole village believes he is possessed by a spirit. JP Thuminad stars in the film along with Raj B Shetty, Shaneel Gautham, and Sandhya Arekere, among others.

Also read: Su from So movie review: JP Thuminad’s delightful comedy has its heart and soul in the right place 

FAQs

Q What are the must-watch OTT releases this week?

A: This week features A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, Wednesday Season 2 Part 2, Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, Footage, Inspector Zende, Kammattam, Locked, Maalik, Rise & Fall, Trade Up, and Pokémon Concierge Season 1 Part 2.

Q. What is kammattam?

A. Kammattam is an upcoming Malayalam series, set to stream on Zee5 via OTTplay Premium on September 4, 2025.