The weekend of March 20–22, 2026 brings a strong wave of Kannada content on OTT — from powerful period dramas to fresh thrillers and family entertainers. Whether you’re in the mood for rooted action, intense crime stories, or light-hearted village comedy, here are the best Kannada movies streaming right now or premiering this weekend.
All availability and dates are accurate as of March 20, 2026 — check your local app for any regional differences or sudden updates.
Major New & Fresh Kannada OTT Releases This Weekend
1. Landlord (ಲ್ಯಾಂಡ್ಲಾರ್ಡ್)
Platform: ZEE5
Status: Premiered March 19, 2026 (live and streaming now)
Runtime: 156 min | Certificate: U/A
Duniya Vijay delivers a powerful performance in this 1980s-set period action-drama about a villager fighting against a ruthless landlord’s oppression. The film blends high-stakes action, emotional family drama, and social commentary on equality and justice. Raj B. Shetty as the antagonist is a major highlight — authentic rural visuals, strong performances, and a grounded narrative make it one of the weekend’s top picks. Perfect for fans of rooted, socially relevant stories like Kaatera or Kantara.
2. Crime 101 (Hindi original, Kannada dubbed/subtitles available)
Platform: JioHotstar
Status: Premiered March 20, 2026 (live from Thursday evening)
Runtime: 134 min | Certificate: U/A 16+
Manoj Bajpayee and Avinash Tiwary lead this slow-burn investigative thriller about a veteran cop and young detective chasing a serial killer who leaves cryptic clues. Cerebral, dialogue-heavy, and psychologically intense — ideal if you enjoy realistic crime dramas with strong performances. Bajpayee’s layered role is already being called one of his career-best. Kannada subtitles make it fully accessible.
Still Trending & Highly Recommended Kannada Titles (Streaming Now)
- Bramayugam (Malayalam original, Kannada dubbed/subtitles available) Platform: Sony LIV Runtime: 140 min | Certificate: U/A 16+ Mammootty’s black-and-white horror-fantasy masterpiece — atmospheric, folklore-driven, sound-heavy dread set in 17th-century Kerala. Use headphones for the full experience — still trending strongly and considered one of the best Malayalam horror films ever. A must-watch if you enjoy unique, artistic horror.
- Kalamkaval (Malayalam original, Kannada subtitles available) Platform: Sony LIV Runtime: 139 min | Certificate: U/A 16+ Mammootty in a slow-burn serial killer investigation with deep psychological layers. Strong supporting cast (Vinayakan) and methodical storytelling — great if you like investigative thrillers with character depth.
- Nellikkampoyil Night Riders (Malayalam original, Kannada subtitles available) Platform: ZEE5 Runtime: 122 min | Certificate: U/A Mathew Thomas in a youthful horror-comedy about friends facing supernatural chaos on a late-night adventure. Fun blend of scares and laughs — perfect if you want something lighter with a horror-comedy twist.
Platform-wise Quick Picks This Weekend (Kannada Focus)
- ZEE5 → Landlord (brand new premiere), Nellikkampoyil Night Riders (ongoing) — strong Kannada + Malayalam mix
- Sony LIV → Bramayugam, Kalamkaval (both ongoing) — top horror and thriller options
- JioHotstar → Crime 101 (new premiere) — intense Hindi thriller with Kannada subtitles
- Amazon Prime Video → Check for any surprise early drops (e.g., potential Telugu/Kannada crossovers)
- Aha → Strong library of Kannada films — watch daily for new additions
Quick Recommendation Guide for Kannada Viewers
- Want powerful period action-drama? → Landlord (ZEE5)
- Craving intense investigative thriller? → Crime 101 (JioHotstar)
- In mood for atmospheric horror-fantasy? → Bramayugam (Sony LIV)
- Need light horror-comedy? → Nellikkampoyil Night Riders (ZEE5)
- Family-friendly weekend? → Landlord or lighter titles on ZEE5
Which one are you streaming this weekend — Landlord’s rural fight, Crime 101’s suspense, or Bramayugam’s eerie black-and-white world? Drop your plan in the comments — happy to suggest more based on your mood!
Enjoy the Kannada OTT binge — happy streaming!
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