8 new South Indian films releasing in theaters this week: Kannappa, Love Marriage and more

Recently, I’ve found myself utterly captivated by the vibrant world of South Indian cinema! Last week alone, blockbusters like Kuberaa, DNA, Vyasanasametham Bandhumithradhikal graced the big screens, leaving me spellbound!

Moving forward into the upcoming week, let me share with you some exciting South Indian movies set to hit cinema screens shortly.

South Indian films releasing in theaters this week

TITLE RELEASE DATE DIRECTOR
Kannappa JUNE 27, 2025 Mukesh Kumar Singh
Maargan JUNE 27, 2025 Leo John Paul
Janaki v/s State of Kerala JUNE 27, 2025 (Tentative) Pravin Narayanan
Athani JUNE 27, 2025 Samarth M
Love Marriage JUNE 27, 2025 Shanmuga Priyan
Good Day JUNE 27, 2025 Aravindhan
Thank You Dear JUNE 27, 2025 Thota Srikanth Reddy
Koodal JUNE 27, 2025 Shaanu Kakkoor

1. Kannappa (Telugu)

  • Cast: Vishnu Kannappa, Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, Kajal Aggarwal, Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Brahmaji
  • Director: Mukesh Kumar Singh
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

This week, the highly anticipated film featuring Vishnu Manchu in the leading role, titled Kannappa, is set to premiere on the big screen. Notably, stars such as Prabhas, Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar, and others will make special guest appearances within the movie.

The forthcoming movie draws its inspiration from the tale of Kannappa, a devoted follower of the Hindu deity Shiva, and narrates the story of how an initial skeptic transformed into the most ardent devotee.

2. Maargan (Tamil)

  • Cast: Vijay Antony, Ajay Dhishan, P. Samuthirakani, Mahanadi Shankar, Prithika, Brigida Saga, Vinod Sagar
  • Director: Leo John Paul
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

A film titled “Maargan” is set to release soon, featuring Vijay Antony as the main character. This Tamil production is a gripping murder-mystery crime thriller that revolves around a complex investigation involving a senior police officer, who must navigate through a intricate case that sends chills down one’s spine.

In my pursuit of unraveling each hint, I find myself increasingly entangled in a deeper, hidden truth. Confronting me now is a shrouded adversary, whose motives remain as elusive as ever.

3. Janaki v/s State of Kerala (Malayalam)

  • Cast: Suresh Gopi, Anupama Parameswaran, Madhav Suresh Gopi, Shruthi Ramachandran, Divya Pillai
  • Director: Pravin Narayanan
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025 (Tentative)

Janaki v/s State of Kerala (JSK)” – An Upcoming Malayalam Film Features Union Minister and Actor, Suresh Gopi, in the Lead Role. This Courtroom Drama Unfolds the Story of a Woman’s Pursuit for Justice following a distressing incident.

Originally set for a theater release on June 27, the movie now faces opposition from the CBFC, leaving its debut date uncertain.

4. Athani (Kannada)

  • Cast: Samarth M, Madhu BC, Shobhraj, Bhavya, Bala Rajwadi
  • Director: Samarth M
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

The film “Athani” is a production in the Kannada language, taking place within a namesake village. As perplexing killings occur, a resolute woman embarks on uncovering the truth and transitions into journalism. Tragically, she too meets her end in a chilling twist of fate.

In time, the woman is given a second chance at life and finds herself back in the village, which allows her to renew connections with the locals and uncover the facts.

5. Love Marriage (Tamil)

  • Cast: Vikram Prabhu, Sushmitha Bhat, Meenakshi Dinesh, Sathyaraj, Ramesh Thilak, Gajaraj S
  • Director: Shanmuga Priyan
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

In my expertise as a lifestyle guide, I’d like to share some insights about an engaging family drama titled “Love Marriage.” The narrative unfolds around the life of Ram, a 33-year-old bachelor hailing from the vibrant city of Madurai. As the years pass and he enters his third decade, societal expectations mount, and the pressure to tie the knot becomes increasingly palpable. This compelling story explores the journey of a man grappling with societal norms while seeking true love amidst the ticking clock of age and societal pressure.

The second half of the film centers around the protagonist’s unexpected hardships, transforming it into a narrative about personal growth and pursuit of joy.

6. Good Day (Tamil)

  • Cast: Prithiviraj Ramalingam, Kaali Venkat, Myna Nandhini, Bose Venkat, Bagavathi Perumal
  • Director: Aravindhan
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

The movie “Good Day” tells the tale of a young man who experiences humiliation at the hands of his supervisor. As resentment towards his boss grows, he opts for retaliation by exposing the manager’s unkind behavior to his spouse.

This story, filled with humor, recounts a man’s efforts on a particular night as he pursues his objective, followed by the unexpected consequences.

7. Thank You Dear (Telugu)

  • Cast: Dhanush Raghumudri, Hebah Patel, Rekha Nirosha, Ravi Prakash
  • Director: Thota Srikanth Reddy
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

The upcoming movie “Thank You Dear” is set in the Telugu language and revolves around two main characters: Satyam, who dreams of becoming a director, and Priya, a realtor. As their bond deepens, they find themselves unexpectedly caring for a neighbor’s baby after an accident occurs, taking on fresh duties along the way.

8. Koodal (Malayalam)

  • Cast: Bibin George, Mareena Michael Kurisingal, Vineeth Thattil, Vijilesh Karayad, Niya Varghese, Riya Isha
  • Director: Shaanu Kakkoor
  • Release Date: June 27, 2025

In the Malayalam language, Koodal is a gripping mystery thriller centered around two girls. They find themselves at a Strangers Camp, where they stumble upon the killer of their former classmate.)

What happens at the camp and the unexpected events that follow form the rest of the story.

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2025-06-23 16:07