Test', 'Kingston', 'Oru Jaathi Jathakam': South Indian films and web series to stream on OTT in April

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In April 2025, several South Indian films and web series debut on streaming platforms. Key releases include 'Test,' a Tamil cricket drama on Netflix, 'Kingston,' a supernatural film on Zee5, and 'Bromance,' a comedy now on OTT. Additionally, 'Sabdham,' a thriller, is available on Amazon Prime, and 'Home Town,' a Telugu series, streams on Aha.

In April 2025 there are multiple South Indian films and web series releasing on streaming platforms. From dramas to light-hearted comedies and supernatural thrillers. Here is a look at the latest releases: 'Test' 'Test' is a Tamil sports drama directed by S.

Sashikanth, featuring an ensemble cast of R. Madhavan, Nayanthara, Siddharth, and Meera Jasmine. The film revolves around three individuals whose lives intersect during a historic cricket test match in Chennai.



Skipping a theatrical release, 'Test' will stream directly on Netflix. 'Kingston' This Tamil fantasy-horror film revolves around Kingston played by GV Prakash, a sea smuggler attempting to break a paranormal curse haunting a village since 1982. The film has supernatural elements and is an interesting watch which will be streaming on Zee5, from April 13th onwards.

'Oru Jaathi Jathakam' This Malayalam comedy-drama stars Vineeth Sreenivasan, Nikhila Vimal, and Kayadu Lohar. Directed by M. Mohanan , the film follows Jayesh's challenges of finding a suitable partner.

The film is now streaming on Manorama Max. 'Machante Maalakha' Starring Soubin Shahir and Namitha Pramod, this family drama is about the struggles of a man facing unexpected life challenges. Directed by Boban Samuel, 'Machante Maalakha' had a mixed theatrical run but will now find a larger audience with its release on Manorama Max.

'Bromance' An adventure comedy, 'Bromance' features Arjun Ashokan, Mahima Nambiar, and Kalabhavan Shajohn. After its theatrical release on February 14, the film is now available on OTT, offering a fun-filled ride packed with humour. 'Pravinkoodu Shappu' This Malayalam crime thriller is a mystery-comedy film that unravels the events surrounding a murder in a toddy shop.

Directed by M. Mohanan and starring Vineeth Sreenivasan and Nikhila Vimal, the film will be streaming on Sony LIV from April 11th. 'Painkili' A romantic drama directed by Sreejith Babu, 'Painkili' is about Suku, who pretends to be insane to escape legal trouble but unexpectedly falls in love.

Starring Sajin Gopu and Anaswara Rajan, it is now available for streaming on Manorama Max. 'Sabdham' A supernatural thriller starring Aadhi Pinisetty and Lakshmi Menon, 'Sabdham' follows a paranormal investigator uncovering eerie deaths at a university. It has suspenseful storytelling with chilling moments and can be viewed online on Amazon Prime Video.

'Mazaka' After an underwhelming box office run, Sundeep Kishan's 'Mazaka' has made its way to digital platforms. The movie streaming on Zee5, is a story about a father and son duo named Ramana and Krishna. 'Home Town' This Telugu web series stars Rajeev Kanakala and Jhansi in a feel-good story about a middle-class father’s dream of sending his son to the United States.

It is streaming on the Aha platform..