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1. Bahubali: The Beginning
Directed by: S.S. Rajamouli
Release Date: July 10, 2015
Running Time: 2 Hours 39 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8/10
Casts: Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Tamanna, Rana Daggubati, Ramya Krishnan, Nora Fatehi, Adivi Sesh, John Kokken, Prabhakar, Nassar, Tanikela Bharani, Rohini, Sathyaraj, etc.
Synopsis: This movie tells the story of a young man named Shivudu, who is raised by a tribal queen named Sanga. One day, he ventures beyond the waterfalls and falls in love with Avanthika, a warrior woman. Through a series of events related to her, Shivudu discovers his own true identity and his actual family conflicts. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
2. Bahubali 2: The Conclusion
Directed by: S.S. Rajamouli
Release Date: April 28, 2017
Running Time: 3 Hours 17 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Casts: Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Tamanna, Rana Daggubati, Ramya Krishnan, Abhinaya Krishna, Nora Fatehi, Adivi Sesh, John Kokken, Prabhakar, Nassar, Subbaraju, Tanikela Bharani, Rohini, Sathyaraj, etc.
Synopsis: The film continues the story of Shivudu, who discovers his true identity as the son of the noble king of Mahismati Amarendra Baahubali who was betrayed and killed by his brother, Bhallaladeva. In a quest for justice and to reclaim the throne of Mahishmati, Shivudu faces formidable challenges, including the treacherous Bhallaladeva and his internal conflicts. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
3. Jai Bhim
Directed by: TJ Gnanavel
Release Date: November 2, 2021
Running Time: 2 Hours 45 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.8/10
Casts: Suriya, K. Manikandan, Lijomol Jose, Rajisha Vijayan, Poongodi, Bala Hasan, Guru Somasundaram, Thamizh, Aravind Seiju, Prakash Raj, etc.
Synopsis: It is the story of the fight for justice. When a man of a tribe is got falsely accused of robbery and the police secretly kill him in prison and try to hide the truth, a lawyer takes a big step to find the truth and to give justice to that man and his family. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
4. Dear Comrade
Directed by: Bharat Kamma
Release Date: July 26, 2019
Running Time: 3 Hours 9 Minutes
IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
Casts: Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, Shruti Ramachandran, Raj Arjun, Ashrita Vemuganti, Suhas, Divya Sripada, etc.
Synopsis: The movie revolves around the story of Bobby, a student union leader who is known for his aggressive nature. He falls in love with a state-level cricketer named Lilly. However, their relationship faces several challenges as they come from different backgrounds and have contrasting personalities. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
5. Drishyam
Directed by: Jeethu Joseph
Release Date: December 19, 2013
Running Time: 2 Hours 44 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
Casts: Mohanlal, Jeethu Joseph, Meena, Esther Anil, Roshan Basheer, Asha Sharath, Ansiba, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Antony Perumbavoor, Kunchan, Siddique, etc,
Synopsis: The story revolves around Georgekutty, a cable television operator, and a family man living in a village. He leads a simple and content life with his wife Rani, and their two daughters. The family’s life takes a drastic turn when the elder daughter accidentally kills the son of a powerful police officer named Geetha Prabhakar.
6. Drishyam 2
Directed by: Jeethu Joseph
Release Date: February 19, 2021
Running Time: 2 Hours 33 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Casts: Mohanlal, Jeethu Joseph, Meena, Esther Anil, Roshan Basheer, Asha Sharath, Ansiba, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Antony Perumbavoor, Kunchan, Siddique, Anjali Nair, Murali Gopy, etc.
Synopsis: The story of “Drishyam 2” picks up six years after the events of the first film. Georgekutty, a cable TV operator, is still living with his family in a small village. They are haunted by the past and the secrets they have kept hidden. The film explores the consequences of their actions and the lengths Georgekutty is willing to go to protect his family. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
7. K.G.F: Chapter 1
Directed by: Prashanth Neel
Release Date: December 21, 2018
Running Time: 2 Hours 35 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Casts: Yash, Srinidhi, Ramachandra Raju, Tamanna, Anant Nag, Archana Jois, Achyuth Kumar, Malvika Avinash, Mouny Roy, B Suresh, etc.
Synopsis: Set in the 1970s, the movie follows the rise of a young orphan named Rocky who grows up in the streets of Mumbai. He becomes a powerful underworld figure and sets his sights on the gold mining town of Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in Karnataka. The film portrays his journey as he takes on the oppressive rule of the ruthless Garuda.
8. K.G.F: Chapter 2
Directed by: Prashanth Neel
Release Date: April 14, 2022
Running Time: 2 Hours 48 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
Casts: Yash, Srinidhi, Ramachandra Raju, Tamanna, Anant Nag, Archana Jois, Achyuth Kumar, Malvika Avinash, Mouny Roy, B Suresh, Sanjay Dutt, etc.
Synopsis: Rocky becomes a successful leader and hopes for the workers of the Kolar Gold Fields. As his mother said he tries to become the richest person, but he has to fight with Adheera, a dangerous and powerful don. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
9. Rudramadevi
Directed by: Gunasekhar
Release Date: October 9, 2015
Running Time: 2 Hours 55 minutes
IMDB Rating: 5.6/10
Casts: Anushka Shetty, Allu Arjun, Rana Daggumati, Prakash Raj, Catherine Tresa, Nithya Menen, Krishnam Raju, Hamsa Nandini, Suman, Adithya, etc.
Synopsis: The story of “Rudramadevi” revolves around the struggles and achievements of Queen Rudrama Devi, who ascends to the throne as a male ruler due to societal and political circumstances. She faces various challenges and obstacles as she strives to maintain her identity and lead her kingdom effectively.
10. RRR
Directed by: S. S.Rajamouli
Release Date: March 24, 2022
Running Time: 3 Hours 7 minutes
IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
Casts: Ram Charan, N.T.R. Jr., Ajay Devgon, Alia Bhatt, Olivia Morris, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, etc.
Synopsis: This movie tells the story of two legendary revolutionaries, Komaram Bheem and Alluri Sitarama Raju, and their strong friendship. But there comes a twist when it comes out that Alluri Sitarama Raju is an officer of British colonialists against whom Bheem was fighting. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
11. Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1
Directed by: Sukumar
Release Date: December 17, 2021
Running Time: 2 Hours 59 minutes
IMDB Rating: 7.6/10
Casts: Allu Arjun, Rashmka Mandanna, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Fahadh Faasil, Anasuya Bharadwaj, Sunil, Jagadeesh Pratap Bhandari, Jagapathi Babu, etc.
Synopsis: It is the story of a smuggler of red sandalwood, Pushpa who supplies them to foreign countries. When police try to stop him, then there arises violence and a fight between them. There is also a beautiful love story between Pushpa and Srivalli, a village girl. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
12. Jersey
Directed by: Gowtam Naidu Tinnanuri
Release Date: April 19, 2019
Running Time: 2 Hours 40 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.5/10
Casts: Nani, Shraddha Srinath, Ronit Karma, Sanusha, Sathyaraj, Viswant Duddumpudi, Shishir Sharma, Praveen, Harish Kalyan, etc.
Synopsis: The story follows Arjun, a talented cricketer who aspired to play for the Indian national team but had to abandon his dreams due to circumstances. Years later, when life presents him with a chance for redemption, he decides to make a comeback to cricket and prove himself. Arjun’s journey is not just about his passion for the sport but also about his love for his son and his desire to fulfill his dreams.
13. Arya
Directed by: Sukumar
Release Date: May 7, 2004
Running Time: 2 Hours 31 minutes
IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
Casts: Allu Arjun, Anu Mehta, Sunil, Siva Balaji, Rajan P Dev, Venu Madhav, Subbaraju, Sudha, Devi Charan, J.V. Ramana Murthi, etc.
Synopsis: The story revolves around Arya, a carefree and mischievous young man who falls in love with Geetha, a college student. However, Geetha is already engaged to Ajay, Arya’s friend. Determined to win Geetha’s love, Arya resorts to various tactics and strategies, leading to a series of comedic and dramatic events.
14. Mahanati
Directed by: Nag Ashwin
Release Date: May 9, 2018
Running Time: 2 Hours 57 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Casts: Keerthy Suresh, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Vijay Deverakonda, Naga Chaitanya, Malvika Nair, Mohan Babu, Dulqueer Salmaan, etc.
Synopsis: The film tells the story of the rise and fall of Savitri, one of the most prominent actresses in the South Indian film industry during the 1950s and 1960s. It explores her journey from being a child artist to becoming a leading lady, as well as her personal life and the challenges she faced.
15. Magadheera
Directed by: S.S. Rajamouli
Release Date: July 30, 2009
Running Time: 2 Hours 46 minutes
IMDB Rating: 7.7/10
Casts: Ram Charan, Kajal Aggarwal, Srihari, Dev Gill, Sunil, Saloni Aswani, Rao Ramesh, Sarath Babu, Anuj Gurwara, Chatrapathi Sekhar, Subbaraya Sarma, Surya, Sameer Hasan, etc.
Synopsis: In the present day, a young man named Harsha, who bears a striking resemblance to Kala Bhairava, meets a girl named Indu who believes in reincarnation. As they delve into their past lives, they discover their connection and embark on a journey to seek justice and protect their love from the villain.
16. Asuran
Directed by: Vetrimaaran
Release Date: July 30, 2009
Running Time: 2 Hours 20 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Casts: Dhanush, Manju Warrior, Ammu Abhirami, Pasupathy, Prakash Raj, Aadukalam Naren, R. Velraj, Ken Karunas, Balaji Sakthivel, Subramaniam Siva, Nitish Veera, etc.
Synopsis: This movie follows the life of Sivasaami, a lower-caste farmer who strives to live a peaceful life with his family. However, when his family becomes a target of oppression and violence by a dominant upper-caste family, led by a ruthless landlord, the situation takes a dark turn.
17. Soorarai Pottru (Udaan)
Directed by: Sudha Kongara Prasad
Release Date: November 12, 2020
Running Time: 2 Hours 33 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.7/10
Casts: Suriya, Aparna Balamurali, Radhika Madan, Udumalai Kalam, Paresh Rawal, Ajith Kumar, Mohan Babu, Urvashi, Malini Sathappan, Priya Prince, Krishna Kumar, R. Madhavan, etc.
Synopsis: This is the inspirational story of a young man, Maara, who dreams to launch an airline service at a low cost so that farmers also can fly. So he tries to fulfill his dream despite of political obstacles. It is one of the best South-Indian Movies of all time.
18. Aruvi
Directed by: Arun Prabhu
Release Date: December 1, 2017
Running Time: 2 Hours 10 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Casts: Aditi Balan, Pradeep Anthony, Laksmi Gopalaswamy, Swetha Shekhar, Kavitha Bharathy, Mahammad Ali Baig, Anjali Baradhan, Bala, etc.
Synopsis: “Aruvi,” tells the story of a young woman named Aruvi, who defies societal norms and challenges prevailing stereotypes. The film follows her journey from a cheerful and innocent girl to a rebellious and resilient individual.
19. Pariyerum Perumal
Directed by: Mari Selvaraj
Release Date: September 28, 2018
Running Time: 2 Hours 34 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.7/10
Casts: Anandhi, Kathir, Yogi Babu, Karate Venkatesan, G. Marimuthu, Shanmugarajan, Poo Ram, Hari Krishnan, Anthony Daasan, Lizzie Anthony, etc.
Synopsis: The story revolves around the life of a young Dalit (lower-caste) man named Pariyan. Pariyan, a bright and ambitious student, faces discrimination and oppression from the upper-caste society and its deeply entrenched caste system. The film portrays his journey as he confronts social injustices and strives for education and equality.
20. Bangalore Days
Directed by: Anjali Menon
Release Date: May 30, 2014
Running Time: 2 Hours 52 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
Casts: Nazriya Nazim, Fahadh Faasil, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Nivin Pauly, Nithya Menen, Isha Talwar, Kalpana, Dulqueer Salmaan, etc.
Synopsis: The story of “Bangalore Days” revolves around the lives of three cousins, Divya, Kuttan, and Arjun, who come from Kerala to settle in Bangalore. Each of them has their own dreams, aspirations, and struggles as they navigate through their personal and professional lives in the city. The film beautifully portrays the experiences and challenges faced by young adults as they adapt to a new city and the complexities of relationships.
21. Take Off
Directed by: Mahesh Narayanan
Release Date: March 24, 2017
Running Time: 2 Hours 29 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.1/10
Casts: Fahadh Faasil, Kunchack Boban, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Asif Ali, Parvathy Malaa, Divya Prabha, Devi Ajith, Prakash Belawadi, Prashant Nair, Joju George, etc.
Synopsis: The story of “Take Off” is based on real events and follows the harrowing experiences of a group of Indian nurses who were stranded in a war-torn country during the Iraq-Kuwait conflict in 2014. The film primarily focuses on the journey of Sameera, a strong-willed nurse who is determined to save herself and her colleagues from the war zone.
22. Ustad Hotel
Directed by: Anwar Rasheed
Release Date: June 29, 2012
Running Time: 2 Hours 30 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Casts: Thilakan, Dulquer Salmaan, Nithya Menen, Mamukkoya, Siddique, Bhagath Manuel, Jinu Joseph, Kunchan, Jayaprakash, Alencier Ley Lopez, Maniyanpilla Raju, etc.
Synopsis: The story of “Ustad Hotel” revolves around Faizy, a young man who aspires to become a chef. However, due to family circumstances, he is forced to work at his grandfather’s old hotel, which is located near a beach in Kozhikode, Kerala. Faizy’s journey takes a transformative turn when he discovers his true passion for cooking and learns about the importance of love, family, and tradition.
23. Manam (Dayaalu)
Directed by: Vikram Kumar
Release Date: May 23, 2014
Running Time: 2 Hours 43 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8/10
Casts: Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Shriya Saran, Akhil Akkineni, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Prakash Reddy, etc.
Synopsis: The film revolves around three generations of a family. It tells the heartwarming story of Radha and Krishnaveni, a young couple who fall in love. Their lives intersect with a parallel narrative involving a wealthy businessman, Seetharamudu, and his wife, Priya. The family’s fate takes a mysterious turn when they encounter a man named Chaitanya, who holds the key to their past lives and future connections.
24. Athadu
Directed by: Trivikram Shrinivas
Release Date: August 10, 2005
Running Time: 2 Hours 38 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Casts: Mahesh Babu, Trisha Krishnan, Sonu Sood, Nassar, Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam, Sunil, Kota Shrivisha Rao, Sayaji Shinde, etc.
Synopsis: Athadu is a Telugu action thriller where Nandu (played by Mahesh Babu) is a contract killer hired to assassinate a politician. However, he ends up being mistaken for a missing man and becomes emotionally attached to the family. Nandu decides to help them in their fight for justice, leading to a transformation.
25. Vikram Vedha
Directed by: Gayatri, Pushkar
Release Date: July 21, 2017
Running Time: 2 Hours 27 minutes
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Casts: R. Madhavan, Vijay Sethupati, Shraddha Srinath, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Manikandan K., etc.
Synonpsis: “Vikram Vedha” is a 2017 Indian Tamil crime thriller featuring R. Madhavan as dedicated police officer Vikram and Vijay Sethupathi as notorious gangster Vedha. The film explores their intense cat-and-mouse chase as Vikram seeks to capture Vedha, but each encounter challenges Vikram’s moral beliefs. Vedha’s complex character blurs the lines between good and evil, leaving Vikram torn between his duty and his growing admiration for Vedha’s intelligence and principles.
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