Top Telugu and Tamil Films to Stream This Week: From Mahasenha to Dhandoraa

Jordan Hartwell

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Tamil and Telugu cinema have exciting new films available for streaming this week. Below is a selection of five titles you won’t want to miss. Each movie offers a unique story, diving into themes from mythology to crime.

Top Telugu and Tamil Films to Stream This Week

1. Mahasenha

Cast: Vemal, Srushti Dange, Yogi Babu, John Vijay, Mahima Gupta, Kabir Duhan Singh, Vijay Cheyon
Director: Dhinesh Kalaiselvan
Genre: Mythological Adventure Thriller
Language: Tamil
Runtime: 2 hours and 15 minutes
Where to Watch: Aha Video
Streaming Date: January 13, 2026

“Mahasenha” tells the tale of Senguttavan, a tribal man whose life is disrupted by the theft of a sacred idol. The narrative explores tribal conflicts, family secrets, and the clash between modernity and ancient beliefs.

2. Anantha

Cast: Jagapathi Babu, Suhasini Maniratnam, YG Mahendra, Thalaivasal Vijay
Director: Suresh Krissna
Genre: Devotional Drama
Language: Tamil
Runtime: 2 hours and 17 minutes
Where to Watch: JioHotstar
Streaming Date: January 13, 2026

“Anantha” is inspired by the teachings of Sathya Sai Baba, showcasing five interconnected stories about faith and devotion.

3. Kalamkaval (Dub)

Cast: Mammootty, Vinayakan, Gibin Gopinath, Gayatri Arun, Rajisha Vijayan
Director: Jithin K. Jose
Genre: Crime Action Thriller
Language: Telugu-dub, Tamil-dub
Runtime: 2 hours and 24 minutes
Where to Watch: SonyLIV
Streaming Date: January 16, 2026

This film is set in the early 2000s and follows police officers investigating a missing person case. As tensions rise, the intrigue unfolds in unexpected ways.

4. Gurram Paapi Reddy

Cast: Naresh Agastya, Faria Abdullah, Yogi Babu, Rajkumar Kasireddy
Director: Murali Manohar
Genre: Comedy Crime Caper
Language: Telugu
Runtime: 2 hours and 40 minutes
Where to Watch: ZEE5
Streaming Date: January 16, 2026

The plot follows Paapi Reddy, who faces bankruptcy and forms an unlikely gang with his friends to transport a dead body, leading to comedic chaos.

5. Dhandoraa

Cast: Sivaji, Manika Chikkala, Mounika Reddy, Navdeep
Director: Muralikanth Devasoth
Genre: Social Satire Drama
Language: Telugu
Runtime: 2 hours and 16 minutes
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Streaming Date: January 14, 2026

“Dhandoraa” explores societal oppression, focusing on a landlord’s oppressive beliefs and the tragic consequences that ensue from generational conflicts.

These films offer a rich variety of storytelling, making them a perfect watch for cinephiles looking to explore new narratives and genres. Enjoy streaming!