Major Kannada Films Coming to OTT in January 2026
1. Mark
OTT Release on January 23, 2026The high-octane Kannada action thriller Mark, starring Kiccha Sudeep, makes its digital streaming debut on JioHotstar on January 23, 2026 after a strong theatrical run. The film follows a former police officer pulled back into action amid a dangerous criminal conspiracy, and fans have been eagerly waiting to watch Sudeep’s intense performance online.
2. 45
Streaming from January 23, 2026The multi-starrer 45, featuring Shivarajkumar, Upendra, and Raj B Shetty, also arrives on OTT this month. A fantasy action drama with moral and philosophical depths, the film will be available digitally from January 23 on ZEE5, giving audiences a chance to watch it at home after its theatrical release over the holiday.
3.Bandook
Available Since Mid-JanuaryDirected by Mahesh Ravikumar, the crime thriller Bandook began streaming on Lionsgate Play on January 16, 2026. The film’s layered narrative of unresolved murders and emotional threads has attracted viewers interested in gritty crime dramas.
4. Kalamkaval (Kannada Dubbed)
on Sony LIVThough originally a Malayalam film starring Mammootty, Kalamkaval with a Kannada dub also launched on Sony LIV on January 16. The psychological crime story appeals to fans of intense suspense and serial-killer narratives.
📅 OTT Calendar Highlights This Month
- A range of regional and pan-Indian releases across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5, and Sony LIV makes January 2026 one of the busiest digital windows for Kannada cinema so far.
- Outside Kannada titles, several other South Indian films and language content also premiered during this period, highlighting the rapid growth of streaming audiences.
Industry Notes:
The trend of releasing films on OTT soon after theatrical runs reflects how Kannada cinema is adapting to digital audience demand. Several notable films will continue to release online in the coming weeks, further strengthening Kannada presence on major platforms.
If you’d like, I can provide a list of where each movie is streaming with direct platform info (e.g., Hotstar, ZEE5, Amazon) organized by date.