South movies releasing in November 2024: Suriya starrer Kanguva, Shiva Rajkumar’s Bhairathi Ranagal to Varun Tej’s Matka

As a die-hard cinephile who’s been following the South Indian film industry for decades, I can confidently say that November 2024 is shaping up to be a blockbuster month! The lineup of movies from Kanguva, Mechanic Rocky, Bhairathi Ranagal, I Am Kathalan, and Matka promises an exhilarating cinematic experience.


2024 finds us nearing the close of October, with a host of films – including Amaran, Bagheera, Lucky Baskhar, and Brother – scheduled for release on the 31st of that month, marking the festive occasion of Diwali.

In November 2024, we can expect some major film premieres, particularly from the Southern cinema industry. Here’s a rundown of all the movies slated for release on the big screen during that month.

Top South movies you should check out in November 2024

1. Kanguva (Tamil)

  • Cast: Suriya, Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Natarajan Subramaniam, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala
  • Director: Siva
  • Release date: November 14, 2024

2024 is set to see the release of one of the most eagerly awaited movies from the Tamil film industry, titled Kanguva and starring Suriya. This production, which has been in development for some time, combines elements of fantasy and action, with Suriya portraying two roles.

The movie unfolds in two distinct time periods, with one of Suriya’s roles portraying a tribal warrior from the past. This production also signifies the Tamil film debuts of Bobby Deol and Disha Patani. Furthermore, it is rumored to be among the costliest films ever produced in India.

2. Mechanic Rocky (Telugu)

  • Cast: Vishwak Sen, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Shraddha Srinath, Sunil, Naresh, Hyper Aadi, Harsha Vardhan, Harsha Chemudu
  • Director: Ravi Teja Mullapudi
  • Release date: November 22, 2024

Mechanic Rocky, featuring Vishwak Sen, narrates the story of a character named Ramakrishna, more commonly known as Rocky. Due to his circumstances, he finds himself working as both a mechanic and driving instructor. In this occupation, he encounters potential romantic interests as well.

Originally planned for a theater release on Diwali, the action-comedy has been pushed back instead. Starring Meenakshi Chaudhary and Shraddha Srinath as the main characters, the music is managed by Jakes Bejoy.

3. Bhairathi Ranagal (Kannada)

  • Cast: Shiva Rajkumar, Rahul Bose, Rukmini Vasanth, Devaraj, Chaya Singh, Madhu Guruswamy, Vasishta N. Simha, Shabeer Kallarakkal
  • Director: Narthan
  • Release date: November 15, 2024

The film titled “Bhairathi Ranagal” features Shiva Rajkumar as the main character and belongs to the neo-noir genre in Kannada language. It continues and precedes the storyline of the hit movie, “Mufti.

The initial movie centers around a ruthless crime lord in a small town, who is pursued by an undercover police officer, portrayed by Srii Murali. The film concludes with the criminal being apprehended by the officer, and a forthcoming prequel delves into the life of this gangster.

4. I Am Kathalan (Malayalam)

  • Cast: Naslen, Lijomol Jose, Dileesh Pothan, Anshima Anilkumar, Vineeth Vasudeva, Sajin Cherukayil, Vineeth Viswam
  • Director: Girish AD
  • Release date: November 7, 2024

The film titled “I Am Kathalan” features Naslen, known from Premalu, and is directed by Girish AD. It tells the story of a skilled young hacker, but things escalate dangerously when he breaches the security of a company that’s determined to catch the intruder.

This tech-centered suspense story revolves around the protagonist’s attempts to hack into various systems, and the challenges he faces in escaping undetected from each one.

5. Matka (Telugu)

  • Cast: Varun Tej, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Nora Fatehi, Naveen Chandra, Kannada Kishore, Ajay Ghosh, Mime Gopi, Roopalakshmi, Vijayrama Raju, Jagadeesh
  • Director: Karuna Kumar
  • Release date: November 14, 2024

In simpler terms, the movie titled “Matka,” starring Varun Tej, is being promoted as a high-octane action-thriller that takes place in the timeframe stretching from the 1950s to the 1980s. The plot revolves around a man who climbs his way up to become an unbeatable gangster within the city of Vizag, while illegal gambling known as Matka serves as the underlying theme. Varun portrays this gangster throughout various stages in his life, with Meenakshi Chaudhary taking on the female lead role.

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2024-10-29 17:08