By Hemant SharmaSouth Indian movies are known for their action sequences, gripping cinematography and excellent screenplay. However, South Indian cinema is also known for romantic love story movies which tug at the hearts of the audience. There is an abundance of South Indian movies which are full of love, drama and emotions. Romantic south movies have consistently earned widespread acclaim on the back of engaging storylines, direction and screenplay. In fact, many romantic Bollywood movies are remakes or inspired from South Indian movies. Altogether, South Indian love story movies have a way to connect with the audience at an emotional level. While movies like KFG, Bahubali, Pushpa and RRR have redefined South Indian cinema, the audience can watch some of the best love stories as well. Let’s have a look at the top 10 heart touching love story movies from the South Indian film industry.
1. Sita Ramam
Sita Ramam is a Telugu romantic drama which has received high ratings from critics and audience alike. It has Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur in lead roles with Rashmika Mandanna in supporting role. The movie was released on 5th August 2022.
Set in the year 1964, Sita Ramam revolves around an orphaned Indian Army soldier named Ram who starts receiving anonymous letters from a woman named Sita Mahalaxmi. His quest to find her blossoms into a love story with multiple twists and turns. The gripping climax leaves the audience emotional.
2. Fidaa
Fidaa has been praised by critics as one of the best Telugu love stories in the recent times. The movie was released in the year 2017, and stars Varun Tej and Sai Pallavi in lead roles. It is directed by Shekhar Kammulla and is the debut Telugu movie of Sai Pallavi. The film was a commercial blockbuster.
Fidaa revolves around the love story of an NRI Varun and his brother’s sister-in-law Bhanumathi, a strong minded village girl. The movie explores the love-hate relationship of Varun and Bhanumathi through a kaleidoscope of romance, family emotions and comedy.
3. 96
96 tells the story of two lovers who are not destined to meet, and focuses on the emotional aspect of unfulfilled love. It is a Tamil language romantic drama written and directed by C. Prem Kumar. Lead roles in the movie have been played by Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha Krishnan. The movie was released in the year 2018.
96 revolves around two childhood sweethearts, Ram and Jannu, who meet in a high school reunion after a period of 22 years from their graduation year of 1996. While Jannu is married and lives in Singapore, Ram is still single. The movie explores their moments together before Jannu goes back in a heart breaking airport scene.
4. O Kadhal Kanmani
O Kadhal Kanmani is soulful and vibrant Tamil romantic drama film which focuses on modern love and traditional values. The movie is written, directed and produced by Mani Ratnam, and features Dulquer Salmaan and Nithya Menen in lead roles alongside Prakash Raj and Leela Samson in supporting roles.
O Kadhal Kanmani tells the story of a young couple, Aditya and Tara, who do not believe in marriage and enter into a live-in-relationship. Their relationship is paralleled by an elderly couple who become a role model for the young couple in terms of love, marriage and lifelong commitment.
5. Premam
Premam is a Malayalam romantic film which conveys the message that it is possible to find true love even after heartbreak. Written and directed by Alphonse Puthren, the movie features Sai Pallavi and Nivin Pauly in lead roles with Madonna Sebastian and Anupama Parmeswaran in supporting roles.
Premam revolves around a boy named George who is left heartbroken and loses faith in love and life itself. At this point, a young college professor named Malar enters his life. Love blossoms between them George finds a purpose in life yet again.
6. Geetha Govindam
Geetha Govindam is an impressive blend of romance, great humour and fine music, and a must-watch especially lovers of romantic comedies. It is a Telugu movie directed by Parasuram and features Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles.
Geetha Govindam revolves around a young college lecturer, Vijay Govind, who falls in love with a level-headed girl, Geetha. Vijay commits a blunder which jeopardises his love story and he is forced to go to great lengths to rectify it and win back his love.
7. Hi Nanna
Hi Nanna is a blend of love, heartbreak and emotions. Directed by Shoryuv, this a Telugu romantic drama featuring Mrunal Thakur and Nani in the lead roles. The movie tells the story of Viraj, Varsha and their six year old daughter Mahi. Plot of the movie revolves around the separation of Varsha from Viraj and Mahi, and the struggles the trio endure to get together again.
8. Ninnu Kori
Ninnu Kori is a Telugu romantic comedy drama which has been described as a heart warming love story by the critics. The movie is directed by Shiv Nirvana and features Nivetha Thomas, Nani and Aadhi Pinisetty in lead roles. Plot of the movie revolves around Uma who wants to break the marriage of his love interest Pallavi.
9. Dear Comrade
Dear comrade is a charming love story but not the usual run-of-the-mill romantic script. Directed by Bharat Kamma, it is a Telugu romantic action drama film featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. The movie explores the relationship between a hot headed leftist student union leader, Bobby, and a state-level cricketer, Lilly.
10. Majili
Majili is a love story which touches the emotional chords of the audience. It is a Telugu romantic drama film featuring Naga Chaitanya, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Divyansha Kaushik in lead roles. The movie tells the story of an alcoholic and failed cricketer who is abandoned by his lover but finds true love in Shravani whom he marries reluctantly but eventually falls for her.
Conclusion
Love story is a favourite genre of a large section of the audience in India. South Indian cinema caters to this audience with romantic movies filled with passion, heartache and unexpected twists and turns. The above mentioned movies are highly suitable options for people wanting to experience the best of South Indian romantic dramas.