Summary- The South Indian cinema is all set to release some of the most impressive stories before the year end. The releases of Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada industries combined have saved the best ones for the last. Check out below which movies will be hitting the theatres in December.
South Indian cinema is all set to roll out some of the most impressive releases in the month of December. These releases are from the industries across Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
There is a lineup of action, science fiction, and drama and more that you shouldn’t miss. Continue reading below to get the dates and all the other details regarding the movies. And there is a table too along with the details for your easy reference.
10. Akhanda 2: Thaandavam
- Language: Telugu
- Genre: Fantasy Action
- Premiere: 5th Dec 2025
This part of Akhanda franchise will involve a conflict with a powerful tantric enemy who attempts to destroy public faith with the divine warrior Akhanda intervening to protect it.
9. 45
- Language: Kannada
- Genre: Fantasy Action
- Premiere: 25th Dec 2025
The story is reportedly inspired by the director’s personal loss and the spiritual belief in Sanatana Dharma concerning the 45-day period after a person’s death. This phase is believed to determine the soul’s destination – whether it achieves liberation or is reborn.
8. Retta Thala
- Language: Tamil
- Theme: Action Thiller
- Premiere: 18th Dec 2025
Much of the story is still under the wraps but the name of one of the characters of Arun Vijaya is reportedly Malpe Upendra. The story is a mix of drama and action. The interesting take on this is that Vijaya will be seen carrying out two characters in the film.
7. Love Insurance Kompany
- Language: Tamil
- Theme: Fiction Comedy
- Premiere: 18th Dec 2025
The year is 2040 and mankind is seeing a subtle declination in real connection as humans. The search for genuine love and connection could be the only option that will save this deteriorating humanity.
6. Champion
- Language: Telugu
- Theme: Sports Drama
- Releasing Day: 25th Dec 2025
This sports drama tells the story of a gifted footballer’s journey where he faces various obstacles. The movie will see some of the intricate themes like societal challenges and colonial rule from the lens of the protagonist.
5. M4M: Motive For Murder
- Language: Telugu
- Theme: Thriller
- Releasing Day: 5th Dec 2025
The story involves a serial killer in Hyderabad who stages victims in recreations of famous paintings. ACP Krishna and crime journalist Radha team up to investigate the murders. As the revelation becomes more intense – what comes next is what the audience needs to watch.
4. Vaa Vaathiyaar
- Language: Tamil
- Theme: Action Comedy
- Releasing Day: 5th Dec 2025
A devoted fan of the legendary actor M.G. Ramachandran raises his grandson Ramu with MGR’s principles and morals. But Ramu has other plans and as he grows up to be an easygoing police officer his actions and life choices begin to clash with his grandfather’s ideologies.
3. Pongala
- Language: Malayalam
- Theme: Action Thriller
- Releasing Day: 5th Dec 2025
The main plot is not much revealed yet but the story is inspired by true events. It follows a harbor worker named Abhi whose life spirals into a brutal war of vengeance after betrayal and loss of love.
2. Bha. Bha. Ba.
- Language: Malayalam
- Theme: Action Comedy
- Releasing Day: 18th Dec 2025
An astrologer gains the ability to time travel which allows him to journey to his past and future. Well, the story takes a very unexpected turn after the discovery of this power.
1. Devil
- Language: Kannada
- Theme: Action
- Releasing Day: 12th Dec 2025
The film is bringing a combination of the themes love and revenge along with the theme of action. The inclusion of actor Fardeen Khan adds an additional touch of intrigue to the project.
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Check out this table for an easy reference for your movie marathon
| Films | Industry/Language | Release – 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Akhanda 2: Thaandavam | Telugu | Dec 5 |
| M4M: Motive For Murder | Telugu | Dec 5 |
| Vaa Vaathiyaar | Tamil | Dec 5 |
| Pongala | Malayalam | Dec 5 |
| Devil | Kannada | Dec 12 |
| Retta Thala | Tamil | Dec 18 |
| Love Insurance Kompany | Tamil | Dec 18 |
| Bha. Bha. Ba. | Malayalam | Dec 18 |
| 45 | Kannada | Dec 25 |
| Champion | Telugu | Dec 25 |
Conclusion
The year end is definitely embraced with grandeur by the South Indian film industry. The films in the line of release in the month of December explains how the industry is bidding a grand farewell to the year with blockbusters.
As the combined industry of South continues to rise more higher it is yours -as the audience- call to pick your favorite and rush to the theatres.
Written by Kenbi Riba