New Movies & OTT Releases This Week in India (March 27, 2026): Happy Raj, Band Melam, Kaattan, O Romeo, Mardaani 3 & More

Happy Raj - Mar 27
Happy Raj is an upcoming Tamil comedy entertainer directed by Maria Raja Elanchezian, who has also penned the story. The film stars G. V. Prakash Kumar and Abbas in the lead roles, making it an interesting collaboration. The music is composed by Justin Prabhakaran, while cinematography is handled by Madhan Christopher and editing is done by Selva RK. Happy Raj is all set to hit theatres on March 27, 2026.

Nee Forever - Mar 27
Nee Forever is an upcoming Tamil drama directed by Ashokkumar Kalaivani. The film features Sudharsan Govind and Archeena Ravi in the lead roles and is expected to present an emotional and contemporary story. Ashwin Hemanth has composed the music, while Raja Bhattacharjee handles the cinematography and S. A. Nagarjun takes care of the editing. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026.

Satan: The Dark - Mar 27
Satan: The Dark is an upcoming Tamil adult drama directed by Manikandan Ramalingam. The film stars FJ and Ayraa in the lead roles and is backed by music composed by Aswin Krishna. Bala G. Ramasamy handles the cinematography, while the project is produced by Edward Rajan under the EPS Pictures banner. The film is slated to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

Band Melam - Mar 26
Band Melam is an upcoming Telugu romantic musical entertainer directed by Sathish Javvaji. The film stars Harsh Roshan and Sridevi in the lead roles, with Sai Kumar and several others appearing in supporting roles. The music is composed by Vijai Bulganin, while cinematography is handled by Satish Mutyala and editing is done by Siva Mupparaju. Produced by Kona Venkat under the Kona Film Corporation banner, the film is set to release in theatres on March 26, 2026.

Lechindi Mahila Lokam - Mar 26
Lechindi Mahila Lokam is a Telugu comedy entertainer directed by Carthyk Arjun. The film stars Lakshmi Manchu, Ananya Nagalla, Sreerama Chandra, and Shraddha Das in the lead roles. Backed by Shruthi Ranjani’s music, the film was released in theatres on March 26, 2026.

Suyodhana - Mar 27
Suyodhana is a Telugu mystery thriller directed by Y.S. Madav Reddy. The film features Priyadarshi and Drishika Chandar in the lead roles, with Sai Kumar and others playing key supporting characters. With music composed by Jay Krish, the film is all set to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

Youth (Telugu Dub) - Mar 27
Following its strong theatrical response in Tamil, Ken Karunas’ youthful romantic entertainer Youth is now arriving in Telugu as a dubbed release. The film was originally released on March 19, 2026, and went on to receive a blockbuster response from Tamil audiences. With growing buzz around the film, the makers are now bringing it to Telugu viewers on March 27, 2026. The dubbed release is expected to attract young audiences with its energetic and emotional appeal.

Happy Raj (Telugu Dub) - Mar 27
Happy Raj is also releasing in Telugu as a dubbed version of the Tamil comedy entertainer directed by Maria Raja Elanchezian. The film stars G. V. Prakash Kumar and Abbas in the lead roles and carries a fun-filled comic setup. Justin Prabhakaran has composed the music, while Madhan Christopher and Selva RK handle cinematography and editing respectively. The Telugu dubbed version is all set to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

Prathichaya - March 26
Prathichaya is an upcoming Malayalam political thriller drama written and directed by B. Unnikrishnan, with Nivin Pauly playing the lead role. The film features a strong supporting cast including Balachandra Menon, Sharaf U Dheen, Ann Augustine, Nishanth Sagar, Harisree Ashokan, Saikumar, and Vishnu Agasthya. With cinematography by Chandru Selvaraj, music by Justin Varghese, and editing by Manoj, the film promises a gripping cinematic experience. Prathichaya is set to release in theatres on March 26, 2026.

Derby - March 27
Derby is an upcoming Malayalam coming-of-age drama directed by Sajil Mampad. The film stars Sagar Surya, Adam Sabiq, Johny Antony, and Abu Salim in the lead roles. The screenplay is written by Zehru and Ameer, while the visuals are handled by cinematographer Jazin Jaseel and the music is composed by Gopi Sundar. The film is all set to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

Kalyana Maram - March 27
Kalyana Maram is an upcoming Malayalam comedy thriller drama directed by Rajesh Amanakara, featuring Dhyan Sreenivasan and Devananda in the lead roles. Blending humor, suspense, and drama, the film is expected to offer an engaging and entertaining experience. Rajeesh Raman handles the cinematography, while Rathin Radhakrishnan takes care of the editing and Ajay Joseph composes the music. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026.

Chamayya S/o Ramachari - Mar 27
Chamayya S/o Ramachari is an upcoming Kannada family drama thriller directed by Pallaki Radhakrishna. The film stars Pallaki Radhakrishna, Jayashri Raj, Prema Gowda, and Chaitra Santhosh in the lead roles, with Seenu Markali, Prakash Aras, and others in supporting parts. Gautam Srivatsa composes the music, while cinematography is handled by MR Seenu and editing is done by Shivakumar A. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

Yava Mohana Murali Kareyitu - Mar 27
Yava Mohana Murali Kareyitu is an upcoming Kannada suspense thriller directed by Vishwas Krishna. The film features Patel Varun Raju, Madhava, Swapna Shettigar, and Prakruthi Sharan in the lead roles. The music is composed by Anil CJ, while Keerthan Poojaary handles cinematography and Srinivas Kalal takes care of the editing. Backed by Prakruthi Productions, the film is slated for a theatrical release on March 27, 2026.

They Will Kill You - March 27
They Will Kill You is an upcoming American horror-comedy thriller directed by Kirill Sokolov. The film stars Zazie Beetz, Myha’la, Paterson Joseph, and Tom Felton in important roles. Blending dark humor with eerie suspense, the story follows a woman who takes up a housekeeping job in a mysterious New York City high-rise, only to uncover a chilling pattern of disappearances. The film is set to release in theatres on March 27, 2026.

O Romeo - Prime Video Rent - Mar 26
Shahid Kapoor’s latest gangster romantic drama O Romeo is gearing up for its digital debut after its theatrical release. As per the latest update, the film will be available on Amazon Prime Video Store from March 26, 2026, where viewers can watch it on a rental basis first. A regular streaming release for Prime subscribers is expected at a later date. With its intense gangster backdrop and romantic drama, the film is among the notable OTT arrivals of the week.

Mardaani 3 - Netflix - Mar 27
Mardaani 3 is all set to premiere on Netflix on March 27, 2026. The action-thriller sees Rani Mukerji reprising her powerful role as DCP Shivani Shivaji Roy. In this installment, she takes on a dangerous child-trafficking and beggar mafia led by the ruthless Amma. Packed with suspense, action, and emotional intensity, the film promises to be a gripping watch for thriller lovers.

Kaattan - JioHotstar - Mar 27
Kaattan, also known as Muthu Engira Kaattaan (Season 1), is directed by acclaimed filmmaker M. Manikandan, with B. Ajithkumar serving as co-director. The series has created strong buzz as it marks Manikandan’s reunion with Vijay Sethupathi, raising expectations for a compelling and content-driven narrative. The show is set to premiere on JioHotstar on March 27, 2026. It will be available in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, and Marathi.

Sweety Naughty Crazy - Tentkotta - Mar 27
Following its theatrical release on February 13, 2026, Sweety Naughty Crazy is now set for its OTT debut on Tentkotta from March 27, 2026. The film is a light-hearted adult comedy drama that revolves around quirky relationships, playful misunderstandings, and hilarious situations. With its bold tone and fun-filled storytelling, it promises an entertaining watch for audiences looking for a breezy comedy. The digital release is expected to help the film reach a wider audience.

Valathu Vashathe Kallan - Manorama Max - March 27
Valathu Vashathe Kallan is a gripping Malayalam crime thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph. The film stars Biju Menon and Joju George in key roles and revolves around a tense investigation filled with hidden secrets, deception, and unexpected twists. Backed by strong performances and Jeethu Joseph’s signature suspense-driven storytelling, the film promises an engaging watch for thriller fans. It will begin streaming on Manorama Max from March 27, 2026, and will also be available on Lionsgate Play.