Don’t forget to add these movies to your watchlist
As the end of 2024 nears, we have curated a list of the best South movies of 2024 that deserve your attention. From Vijay Sethupathi’s action thriller Maharaja (Tamil) to Fahadh Faasil starrer action comedy Aavesham (Malayalam), this list features a wide variety of genre-bending dramas that cater to different interests. Filled with elements of comedy, action, suspense, thrill, and mystery, these critically acclaimed and commercially successful films are perfect to explore South Indian cinema.
Pushpa 2: The Rule to Maharaja, 7 best South movies of 2024 — available on ZEE5, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video and more
1. Maharaja – Netflix
This intense action thriller revolves around a simple barber who decides to take things into his own hands when the police fail to catch the culprits who burglarised his house. However, his quest turns into an unexpected and adventurous journey packed with thrill and drama. Written and directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, Maharaja stars Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role.
2. Aavesham – Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video
Here’s a fun South movie that you can enjoy with your friends and family. Headlined by Fahadh Faasil, the Malayalam action-comedy centres around three friends who move to Bangalore to pursue aeronautical engineering. Soon, they find themselves entangled in a brawl with the college seniors. In an attempt to get back at them, the trio befriends a local gangster. The drama that unravels next will leave you in splits.
3. Hanu-Man – JioCinema, ZEE5, Disney+ Hotstar
Hanu-Man is an entertaining movie that tells the story of a petty thief whose life turns upside down when he gains the powers possessed by Lord Hanuman after a fatal accident. After learning the truth, he uses these powers to protect the people of Anjanadri from a powerful evil. After witnessing a phenomenal response at the box office, the makers have started working on a sequel.
4. Manjummel Boys – Disney+ Hotstar
This Malayalam survival thriller is based on a real-life incident from 2006. Written and directed by Chidambaram, the movie revolves around a group of friends from the small town of Manjummel, who go on an adventure trip to Kodaikanal. However, their fun journey becomes a nightmare when one gets trapped in the caves. This is another binge-worthy option on the list of Best South movies of 2024 that promises to keep you hooked to the screen from start to end.
5. Kalki 2898 AD – Netflix, Amazon Prime Video
This Telugu movie starring Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, Disha Patani, Kamal Haasan, and Amitabh Bachchan surpassed the likes of Stree 2, Singham Again, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, and other releases to emerge as IMDb’s Most Popular Indian Movie of 2024. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the Nag Ashwin directorial follows a rebellious group willing to sacrifice their lives to protect an unborn child from the evil Supreme Yaskin. From impressive VFX effects to noteworthy performances, the South movie offers wholesome entertainment.
6. Amaran – Netflix
The list of best South movies of 2024 includes an action-packed biographical drama titled Amaran. It is based on the life of Major Mukund Varadarajan, a commissioned officer who was posthumously awarded the Ashok Chakra for his bravery during a counterterrorism operation in Jammu and Kashmir. The ensemble cast of the movie includes Sivakarthikeyan, Sai Pallavi, Bhuvan Arora, and Rahul Bose.
7. Pushpa 2: The Rule – TBA
Picking up from where the previous part ended, Pushpa 2: The Rule continues the story of Pushpa Raj, a small-time daily wager who rises through the ranks to become the ultimate leader of a sandalwood smuggling syndicate. However, he struggles to sustain his business due to Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. The sequel focuses on Pushpa and the ruthless police officer’s intense rivalry
