'My Lord' & more: South films to watch in theatres

• South Indian films release varied new movies
• Romantic dramas, crime thrillers and satires hit screens
• New releases cater to diverse moods for moviegoers

The South Indian film industry has released a varied slate of new releases across genres and languages. If you’re planning a theatre visit in the upcoming days, this cinematic buffet is not one to miss.

Whether you’re looking for some romantic moments that will make your heart flutter or dark and sinister action to soothe your anti-love heart, this week’s theatrical offerings cater to every mood. With familiar stars, promising newcomers, and compelling storylines, spice up your week with these upcoming new South Indian movies.

Seetha Payanam
Actor and filmmaker Arjun Sarja’s directorial Seetha Payanam follows Seetha, a chef who narrowly survives a life-threatening accident. Determined to express gratitude to those who helped save her life, she embarks on an emotional journey that leads her to Abhishek, a charming yet mysterious stranger. As their relationship deepens, a concealed truth about Abhishek emerges, forcing Seetha to make a difficult choice between love, integrity and the future she imagines for herself.
The film features Niranjan, nephew of popular Kannada and Telugu actor Upendra, as the male lead. Away from the action and thrillers, this romantic drama is perfect for those who are willing to watch some heartfelt stories.

Second Case of Seetharam

Helmed by Devi Prasad Shetty, the crime thriller follows Inspector Seetharam, who is haunted by two shadows: a psychotic offender leaving a trail of carnage across the town and the memory of the sister he hasn’t seen in years. As the death count rises, Seetharam realises that the path to his sister’s redemption is blocked by a predator. So, he starts investigating a series of homicides while battling the personal demons tied to his estranged sister.
The film, releasing in the Kannada and Tamil languages, features Vijay Raghavendra, Gopal Krishna Deshpande, and Usha Bhandari in key roles.

My Lord

Released on February 13, Seetha Payanam revolves around a man and his wife battling bureaucracy after being wrongly declared dead. He confronts a kidney trafficking ring connected to corrupt politicians that destroyed his life. The Tamil-language political satire film, written and directed by Raju Murugan, stars M. Sasikumar and Chaithra J. Achar in the lead roles, alongside Asha Sharath, Guru Somasundaram, Jayaprakash, Gopi Nainar and Vasumithra in important roles.

Alpha: Men Love Vengeance

The Kannada language suspense thriller follows Arjun, a hot-headed young man who idolises his father, Shakthi, an honest police inspector. The latter wishes to see his son become an IPS officer. But things turn brutal when three morally conflicted assassins are tasked to transport drugs worth crores. When their paths collide, their actions trigger betrayal, test legacies, and set the stage for redemption, where one man’s future could mean another’s downfall.
Directed by Vijay Naagendra, Alpha: Men Love Vengeance brings together Hemanth Kumar MA, Gopika Suresh, Ayaana, Achyuth Kumar, Balu Nagendra, and Karthik Mahesh. Mark your calendars! The action thriller will hit the theatres on February 20.

Hey Balwanth

The film stars Suhas, Naresh Vijaya Krishna, Sudarshan and Shivani Nagaram in pivotal roles. Made under the direction of Gopi Atchara, the Telugu comedy-drama follows a young man who inherits a mysterious, unconventional family business. But soon this new chapter brings a lot of confusion to his otherwise ordinary life. He gets caught between love, lies and a legacy that no one saw coming. Watch the film on February 20 in your nearby theatres to know if he will be able to manage it all or not.