Republic Day Special : Must- Watch Top 5 South Period Movies on OTT

1. KantaraDirector:Rishab ShettyCast:Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, Achyuth Kumar, Pramod ShettyBudget: 15 crores INRProducer:Vijay KirgandurMusic director: B. Ajaneesh LoknathGenre:Period-action-dramaRishab Shetty's Kantara set in timelines 1847 1970 and 1990, has a deep-rooted connection to Bhoota Kola and sport of Kamba. Kantara stands out as a top Kannada film in recent years. Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Ponniyin SelvanDirector: Mani RatnamCast: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Vikram, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, Trisha, Jayaram, Prabhu, R. Sarathkumar, Sobhita Dhulipala, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Vikram Prabhu, Prakash Raj, Rahman and R. Parthiban.Budget: 500 crores INRProducer:Mani Ratnam, A Subaskaran, Suhasini ManiratnamMusic director: A. R. RahmanGenre:Period-action-dramaThe film storyline revloves around the Chola empire, which was at its peak between 985 and 1014 AD. The film received acclaim for its authentic portrayal, captivating music by AR Rahman, and Ravi Varman's cinematography, making it a cinematic gem

MahanatiDirector:Nag AshwinCast: Keerthy Suresh, Dulquer Salman, Samantha , Vijay DeverakondaProducers: Priyanka Dutt, C. Aswani Dutt, Swapna DuttMusic director:Mickey J MeyerBudget:25 crores INRThe film set in the period from 1942 to the late 1970s, Mahanati narrates the tale of Savitri, an esteemed actress of her era. Nag Ashwin's second directorial endeavor gained widespread praise for its faithful depiction of the era. The movie features a skilled ensemble cast, each contributing significantly to the film's narrative.

RangasthalamDirector:SukumarCast:Ram Charan, Jagapathi Babu, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Prakash Raj, Anasuya BharadwajBudget: 60 crores INR (2017)Music director: Devi Sri PrasadGenre:Period-action-dramathis film is set in 1980s, Rangasthalam starring Ram Charan, The stroy revolves around two brothers challenging the village's local government and the corrupt co-operative society led by its president. Despite minor criticisms for its runtime and the film garnered widespread praise from both fans and critics upon its release.

Iyyobinte PusthakamDirector:Amal NeeradCast: Fahadh Faasil, Lal, Jayasurya, Chemban Vinod Jose, Vijayakan, TG RaviMusic director: Yakzan Gary Pereira,Neha NairIyyobinte Pusthakam movie is set in mid-20th century Munnar, the film intricately depicts the life of Iyob and the rivalry among his sons, Aloshy, Ivan, and Dimitri. Amal Neerad beautifully presents a complex storyline involving jealousy, heirlooms, and more. This cinematic creation has earned a cult status among cinephiles over time.