The current wave in the OTT landscape has gone beyond languages and borders. With
compelling stories and nuanced narratives, regional content is now getting recognized across
markets, for its unmatched potential and ability to connect with the audience. One of the major
reasons of its phenomenal success is the exclusivity and authenticity of content. And if you are
someone who loves to experiment with content, these breakthrough films are just for you!
Here are some binge-worthy regionals that you can enjoy with friends and family:
1. Neer Dose – Voot Select
Vijaya Prasad’s Neer Dose starring Jaggesh Kumar, a crematorium van driver, Dattatreya, a
retired man, Kumudha (Haripriya), a sex worker and Sharada Mani (Suman Ranganathan), a
milk stall owner, is a delight to the eyes. Amidst their individual stories, the film showcases how
they crossed paths, and the significance of neer dosa in their life. The slice-of-life film, Neer
Dose streams on Voot Select starting 31 st March 2022.
2. Pada – Amazon Prime Video
Starring Kunchacko Boban, Joju George, Vinayakan and more, the hostage thriller film Pada is
directed by Kamal K.M. A group of people called Ayyankali Pada decide to take on the
government and in order to do so, they held the DM of Palakad district as hostage in his own
office. Their demand was the withdrawal of the Adivasi bill that was passed in the assembly.
The name Ayyankali Pada derives from the legendary social reformer of Kerala state named
Ayyankali, who fought the caste apartheid in the state. He was the contemporary of Dr. B.R
Ambedkar. The film is slated to release on the popular OTT platform on March 30, 2022.
3. Badava Rascal – Voot Select
Dhananjay-starrer Badava Rascal, had a good run at the box office recently, will begin
streaming on Voot Select from January 26. The romantic drama directed by Shankar Guru,
starring Amrutha Iyengar, and actor Dhananjay is the rooted love story of a small-town boy
Shankar who falls in love with a rich politician’s daughter Sangeetha. The film with elements of
love, emotions, and comedy, also displays raw yet hard-hitting imagery of the middle-class
segment. The romantic drama with a light-hearted storyline and captivating performances
attracted the audience to theatres.
4. Salute – SonyLIV
The Malayalam action thriller features Dulquer Salman in the lead role and narrates how
Dulquer Salman who is a voluntary retired S.I. in Kerala Police, is haunted by an old unsolved
murder. The movie starring Diana Penty, Manoj K. Jayan, Saniya Iyappan amongst others in
pivotal roles, and directed by Rosshan Andrrews received praises by fans and critics. The movie
was released on the platform on 17 th March, 2022.
5. Lalitham Sundaram – Disney+Hotstar
Directed by Madhu Warrier, Malayalam comedy Lalitha Sundaram traces the story of a younger
couple, played by Anu Mohan-Deepti Sati and an elder one essayed by Biju Menon-Manju
Warrier. The story revolves around the siblings who reunite for their mother’s (Zarina Wahab)
death anniversary and decide to fulfill her last wish. This reunion leads to a series of hilarious
incidents that eventually help them repair their dysfunctional familial bonds. The movie
premiered on March 18 and garnered critical acclaim.
Add these amazing originals to your watch list, this weekend!
