# Your Complete South Indian OTT Watchlist for the Weekend of March 13–15, 2026 — Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam & Kannada

URL: https://technosports.co.in/south-indian-ott-watchlist-weekend-of-march/  
Published: 2026-03-12  
Updated: 2026-03-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Your weekend sorted. Whether you’re a sucker for revenge thrillers, slow-burn family dramas, or laugh-out-loud romantic comedies, this week’s South Indian OTT lineup is genuinely stacked. Here’s everything dropping across Netflix, ZEE5, Sun NXT, JioHotstar, and more — with a quick breakdown of each so you know exactly what to hit play on first.

## This Week’s South Indian OTT Releases at a Glance

| Title | Language | Platform | Genre | Release Date |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Funky | Telugu (+ 4 langs) | Netflix | Romantic Comedy | March 13 |
| Pookie | Tamil (+ 3 langs) | ZEE5 | Romantic Comedy | March 13 |
| Friday | Tamil | Sun NXT | Revenge Thriller | March 13 |
| Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi | Telugu (+ 3 langs) | ZEE5 | Romantic Family Drama | March 13 |
| Pennum Porattam | Tamil | Netflix | Social Drama | March 13 |
| Landlord | Kannada | ZEE5 | Action Drama | March 13 |
| Made in Korea | Tamil | Netflix | Drama | March 12 |
| Naangal | Tamil | ETV Win | Family Drama | March 12 |
| Nawab Cafe | Telugu | ETV Win | Family Drama | March 12 |

For more OTT updates and streaming news, [stay tuned at TechnoSports](https://www.technosports.co.in).

## What to Watch — Each Show Briefly Explained

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**Funky (Netflix)** — Starring Vishwak Sen and Kayadu Lohar, this Telugu romantic comedy received a mixed response during its theatrical run but promises easy, breezy weekend viewing. Great if you want light entertainment without emotional baggage.

**Pookie (ZEE5)** — This Tamil romantic comedy-drama follows the love story of Kailash and Aazhi, now making its OTT debut on March 13, available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. A sweet, low-stakes love story perfect for date night streaming.

**Friday (Sun NXT)** — The Tamil revenge thriller *Friday* originally released in theatres on November 28, 2025, and now arrives on Sun NXT. Gripping, dark, and cathartic — exactly what the genre promises.

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**Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi / BMW (ZEE5)** — Directed by Kishore Tirumala and starring Ravi Teja, this Telugu romantic comedy revolves around the humorous chaos of modern relationships and marriage dynamics. Fun, relatable, and entertaining family watch.

**Pennum Porattam (Netflix)** — This Tamil film tells the story of a young woman and her pet dog who become victims of village gossip that spirals into mob outrage, exploring misinformation and social judgment. Thought-provoking and timely — highly recommended.

**Landlord (ZEE5)** — Set in rural Karnataka in the 1980s, this Kannada action drama stars Duniya Vijay and Raj B Shetty as it follows Rachayya, an idealistic labourer who rises against a feudal oppressor after personal tragedy. Raw, powerful, and rooted in social reality.

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**Naangal (ETV Win)** — Set in 1990s Ooty, this Tamil family drama follows three brothers shaped by a strict, emotionally volatile father — exploring toxic parenting, childhood trauma and sibling bonds with emotional depth.

**Nawab Cafe (ETV Win)** — A Telugu film set in Hyderabad’s Old City, where a young graduate’s plan to sell his family’s centuries-old tea shop to move abroad collides with his father’s attachment to tradition and heritage. Heartwarming and quietly powerful.

## Why South Indian OTT Is Winning Right Now

South Indian cinema has always delivered storytelling variety that [streaming platforms](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media) have amplified to pan-India and global audiences. This week’s lineup — covering revenge, romance, social commentary, and generational drama — perfectly reflects why audiences are turning to regional content over mainstream Bollywood.

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch the Telugu film Funky starring Vishwak Sen this weekend?**

*Funky* is streaming on Netflix from March 13, 2026, available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi — making it accessible to audiences across all language preferences.

### **Q: Which is the best South Indian OTT release to watch this weekend?**

  
For emotional depth, *Pennum Porattam* on Netflix stands out; for action, *Landlord* on ZEE5 delivers; and for casual weekend fun, *Funky* on Netflix or *Pookie* on ZEE5 are your best picks.