10 South Films in Theaters This Week: Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Maa Inti Bangaaram to Balan, Chinna Chinna Aasai

South Indian cinema has an exciting slate of films lined up for theatrical release this week. If you are wondering what to watch, here's a list of upcoming films.

10 South Films to Watch in Theaters This Week

1. Maa Inti Bangaaram (Engal Thangam in Tamil)

• Cast: Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Gulshan Devaiah, Diganth Manchale, Gautami Tadimalla, Sreemukhi, Manjusha, Srinivas Gavireddy
• Director: BV Nandini Reddy
• Genre: Action Comedy Drama
• Runtime: 2 hours and 34 minutes
• Language: Telugu
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Maa Inti Bangaaram follows the story of a newlywed woman living with her husband in a traditional and conservative household. While struggling to earn the acceptance of her skeptical in-laws, she conceals an eventful past and is forced to confront adversaries when her former life catches up with her, putting her family at risk.

2. Chettu Meedha Dhayyam Nakem Bhayam

• Cast: Thallada Saikrishna, Madhuri Chiguru, Balu Vangapandu, Vijay Nittala
• Director: Thallada Saikrishna
• Genre: Horror Comedy
• Runtime: 1 hour and 49 minutes
• Language: Telugu
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Chettu Meedha Dhayyam Nakem Bhayam follows Karthik and his friends as they travel to a farmhouse for research work. While there, they begin experiencing strange and spooky occurrences, leading them to search the supernatural mysteries and hidden motives connected to Karthik's research.

3. Dodmansa

• Cast: R Sharath Krishna, Reshmaa Lingrajappa, Huli Kartik, Bala Rajwadi, Shilpa Shivakumar
• Director: R Sharath Krishna
• Genre: Romantic Action Drama
• Runtime: 2 hours and 20 minutes
• Language: Kannada
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Dodmansa follows Shivu, a village boy who dreams of becoming an actor. He moves to Bangalore and works as an auto driver alongside his friend. He falls for Sneha, an aspiring actress, while Devu, a struggling filmmaker, casts them as the leads in his first film. Their journey sparks conflict with the producer and puts their dreams to the ultimate test.

4. Nooru Sami

• Cast: Vijay Antony, Swasika Vijay, Ajay Dhishan, Lijomol Jose, Karunas, Kavya Anil
• Director: Sasi
• Genre: Family Social Drama
• Runtime: 2 hours and 11 minutes
• Language: Tamil
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Nooru Sami explores the profound bond between a mother and son, the clash between societal traditions and personal happiness, and the impact of prejudice in a conservative village.

5. Balan - The Boy

• Cast: Farzana Palathingal, Adhisheshan KR, Zinan, Jean Paul Lal, Girish AD, Tovino Thomas (cameo)
• Director: Chidambaram
• Genre: Mystery Psychological Thriller
• Runtime: 2 hours and 27 minutes
• Language: Malayalam
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Balan - The Boy follows a teenage boy searching for his missing mother after a turbulent childhood and her subsequent disappearance, as he seeks closure and uncovers the truth about his past.

6. LGBT: A Legal Battle

• Cast: Ester Noronha, Raju Kher, LB Sriram, Preeti Nigam, Ananda Chakrapani, Oruganti Laila
• Director: P. Suneel Kumar Reddy
• Genre: Social Drama Thriller
• Runtime: 1 hour and 46 minutes
• Language: Telugu
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

LGBT: A Legal Battle follows a transgender woman's relentless fight for dignity. After facing a traumatic ordeal, she challenges the officials and embarks on an emotional journey against the odds.

7. Manu

• Cast: N Shreeyuth, Reshma Lingarajappa, Vijay Selvan, Devi Sree, Iyappan Jay
• Director: Durga Prasad
• Genre: Romantic Action
• Runtime: 2 hours and 17 minutes
• Language: Tamil
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Manu follows a devoted admirer of his idol, a respected figure in his village who dedicates himself to helping others through charitable work. He falls in love with Malar and marries her, but their happiness is threatened when opposition from influential family members leads to challenges in their lives. The rest of the film explores their struggle to protect their love and build a life together despite the obstacles they face.

8. Transfer Trimurthulu

• Cast: Vadde Naveen, Rashi Singh, Aadukalam Naren, Shilpa Tulaskar
• Director: Kamal Teja Narla
• Genre: Suspense Action Comedy
• Runtime: TBA
• Language: Telugu
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Transfer Trimurthulu narrates the story of an honest and fearless constable known for standing up against bad people regardless of the consequences. When a chance discovery draws him into a long-buried mystery, he must confront powerful forces determined to keep the truth hidden.

9. Chinna Chinna Aasai

• Cast: Indrans, Madhoo Shah, Aparna Balamurali, Thambi Ramaiah, Kaali Venkat, Vishnu Agasthya
• Director: Varsha Vasudev
• Genre: Romantic Drama
• Runtime: 2 hours and 16 minutes
• Language: Malayalam
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

After receiving tremendous appreciation for his performance in Karuppu, Indrans is set to play the lead role in Chinna Chinna Aasai, alongside Madhoo Shah. The film revolves around a heartwarming and mature relationship between two strangers who form an innocent, unspoken bond following a chance encounter on the shores of Varanasi.

10. Deewana

• Cast: Harshith R, Smeha Manimegalai, Naresh Vijay Krishna, Jeevan Kumar, Jhansi
• Director: Sreekanth Sangishetty
• Genre: Romantic Drama
• Runtime: 2 hours and 22 minutes
• Language: Telugu
• Release Date: June 19, 2026

Deewana follows Munna, an ordinary young man who grapples with unrequited love as he navigates feelings of vulnerability and longing for a woman named Ammu, who seems beyond his reach.

These are some of the new releases from South India hitting the big screens this week.

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