Top South movies releasing in October 2024: Rajinikanth starrer Vettaiyan, Dulquer Salmaan’s Lucky Baskhar to Sivakarthikeyan’s Amaran

Top South movies releasing in October 2024: Rajinikanth starrer Vettaiyan, Dulquer Salmaan’s Lucky Baskhar to Sivakarthikeyan’s Amaran

As a seasoned film enthusiast with a deep appreciation for stories that resonate with the human spirit, I am eagerly anticipating the release of these upcoming films.


September’s departure signals the arrival of October at our doorsteps, brimming with excitement for cinema enthusiasts like me. Last month was a spectacle with blockbusters such as The GOAT, ARM, and Devara gracing the screens. Yet, this month refuses to be outshone, boasting its own lineup of starlit cinematic events.

“From Rajnikanth’s ‘Vettaiyan’ to S.K.’s ‘Amaran’, here is a list of the top South movies scheduled for release in October 2024.

Top South movies releasing in October 2024

1. Vettaiyan (Tamil)

  • Cast: Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, Abhirami
  • Director: TJ Gnanavel
  • Release date: October 10, 2024

Star Rajinikanth is gearing up to play an IPS officer again in his upcoming movie titled Vettaiyan, which is being directed by TJ Gnanavel. A sneak peek at the film reveals him portraying a character who is also an expert in encounters, with the complex theme of human rights becoming a significant focus.

In this movie, Amitabh Bachchan makes his first appearance in direct Tamil films. He will be voiced in Tamil with the assistance of artificial intelligence.

2. Lucky Baskhar (Telugu)

  • Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Ayesha Khan, Hyper Aadi, Surya Sreenivas, Sai Kumar
  • Director: Venky Atluri
  • Release date: October 31, 2024

In simpler terms, the film “Lucky Baskhar,” starring Dulquer Salmaan, is a financial thriller drama set in the 1980s and told in Telugu. The story revolves around a banker named Baskhar who experiences an unaccounted surge of wealth despite starting off as an ordinary man. The movie takes you through his struggles and triumphs during this journey, ultimately leading to his success.

3. Brother (Tamil)

  • Cast: Jayam Ravi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Bhumika Chawla, Saranya Ponvannan, Seetha, Natarajan Subramaniam, Achyuth Kumar, Rao Ramesh
  • Director: M Rajesh
  • Release date: October 31, 2024

The movie titled “Brother,” starring Jayam Ravi and Priyanka Arul Mohan, narrates the story of a man named Karthik who is easy-going by nature. The film’s teaser presents an enjoyable family setup centered around Karthik and his elder sister, with both humor and romance playing significant roles in their lives.

4. Bagheera (Kannada)

  • Cast: Srii Murali, Rukmini Vasanth, Prakash Raj, Achyuth Kumar, Rangayana Raghu, Garuda Ram
  • Director: Dr Suri
  • Release date: October 31, 2024

In the Kannada film titled Bagheera, Srii Murali plays the protagonist who decides to confront social injustice and uphold righteousness. The screenplay is penned by Prashanth Neel, known for his work with Salaar, while Rukmini Vasanth assumes the lead role.

5. Mechanic Rocky (Telugu)

  • Cast: Vishwak Sen, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Shraddha Srinath, Sunil, Naresh, Hyper Aadi, Harsha Vardhan, Harsha Chemudu
  • Director: Ravi Teja Mullapudi
  • Release date: October 31, 2024

In a nutshell, the film titled “Mechanic Rocky,” starring Vishwak Sen, is a blend of action and humor. The story revolves around Vishwak Sen’s character, Ramakrishna, also known as Rocky, who happens to be a mechanic with a knack for action, so it’s best not to underestimate him!

In this film, Meenakshi Chaudhary and Shraddha Srinath are the main love interests. The musical compositions and scores are skillfully managed by Saripodhaa Sanivaaram’s Jakes Bejoy.

6. Bougainvillea (Malayalam)

  • Cast: Kunchacko Boban, Fahadh Faasil, Jyothirmayi, Sharaf U Dheen, Veena Nandakumar, Srinda
  • Director: Amal Neerad
  • Release date: October 17, 2024

In a new twist, the action-packed drama titled Bougainvillea brings together Kunchacko Boban and Fahadh Faasil as the main characters. This gripping tale was penned by acclaimed author Lajo Jose. Notably, this film marks the long-awaited return of actress Jyothirmayi to the limelight after an absence of 11 years in a leading role.

In a recent development, the new tune from the movie titled “Sthuthi” has been launched, composed skillfully by Sushin Shyam. However, this song has stirred up a debate as some Christians in Kerala have objected to it and expressed their disapproval.

7. Amaran (Tamil)

  • Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Sai Pallavi, Bhuvan Arora, Rahul Bose, Lallu, Shreekumar, Shyam Mohan
  • Director: Rajkumar Periasamy
  • Release date: October 31, 2024

The movie “Amaran,” featuring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, is a biographical action film inspired by the book “India’s Most Fearless: True Stories of Modern Military” written by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh. This book was adapted from the true story of the brave Indian soldier, Major Mukund Varadarajan, who made the ultimate sacrifice.

The film narrates the story of a soldier, tracing his life journey from his youth through to his demise during a counter-terrorism mission, while he served with the 44th Rashtriya Rifles battalion as a temporary assignment in Jammu and Kashmir.

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2024-09-30 21:07