If your weekends are going to be all about your couch, snacks and the remote control for the streaming service the upcoming OTT lineup for this week has a lot to offer you as entertainment.

The various online platforms for viewing such as Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5, SunNXTand JioHotstar won't just be showing their new South flicks but also releasing the year’s first batch of them from January 5 to January 11.

No matter if you are in the mood for thrills, tears or clever games a new surprise is waiting to be unveiled in the OTT world.

Latest South OTT release this week

Prime Video — Balti

Plot: One of the major films in the new releases is Balti the streaming of which starts on Prime Video from January 9. The movie is Unni Sivalingam's first time directing and it has Shane Nigam, Shanthanu Bhagyaraj and Preethi Asrani in important parts. Balti is produced as a Malayalam-Tamil bilingual taking place on the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala and combining sports with unfiltered action.

Release date: January 9, 2026

Netflix — Akhanda 2

Plot: Akhanda 2 is now available for streaming on Netflix. The follow-up film once again features Nandamuri Balakrishna in the role of Akhanda a mythical guardian who is seen fighting with evil powers. Boyapati Srinu the director multiplies the level of the movie by casting Aadhi Pinisetty as the new villain who has his own supernatural abilities.

Release date: January 9, 2026

SunNXT— Angammal

Plot: In case you want to enjoy a more intimate and social-themed film the Tamil movie Angammal is available for streaming on SunNXT starting January 9, 2022. Featuring Geetha Kailasam in the lead role the film delineates a woman's midlife journey with the world. The village serves as a backdrop for the story that delves deeply into communication issues and liberating one's inner self amidst daily conflicts, exploring the issues of self, autonomy and liberty among women.

Release date: January 9, 2026

Zee5— Mask

Plot: Mask which is set to be released on ZEE5 on January 9 adds a dose of mystery and intrigue to the new year. Kavin and Andrea Jeremiah lead the cast of the film that tells the story of a high stakes game that is centered around greed, deception and a huge financial scam. With its guarantee of twists and suspense Mask is a film that appeals to the fans of crime thrillers who are in search of something fast-paced.

Release date: January 9, 2026

JioHotstar, Ongoing — Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9

Plot: In the meantime the fans of reality shows can keep watching Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 on JioHotstar. Vijay Sethupathi is the host of the show for the second time in a row it has new contestants and continuous action within the Bigg Boss house which is the main reason for the viewers being attracted week after week.

Release date: January 9, 2026