Highlights
South Indian Cinema is known for its rich history of producing some of the finest and gripping arts of Indian Cinema. If we talk about genre South Indian Cinema has produced some very fine and mind-blowing thrillers, with their captivating plots, stellar cast and brilliant performances, these films have earned a massive fan following and love of audiences.
Many of these masterpieces were dubbed in Hindi and other languages for the convenience of audiences, making them accessible to a wider range of audiences. Let’s delve into top South Indian thrillers dubbed in Hindi, offering a perfect blend of suspense, action and drama.
Main Hoon Dandadhikari
Where to Watch: Disney+Hotstar
Starring Vishnu Vishal and Amala Paul in lead roles, Main Hoon Dandadhikari is the Hindi dubbed version of superhit Tamil psychological thriller “Ratsasan”. Directed by Ram Kumar, this film gripped the audiences with its mind-blowing storyline. Story of an aspiring filmmaker turned police inspector, who hunts down a serial killer after his father and niece’s death, surely gives some chilling vibes through spines to the audiences. Akshay Kumar starrer Cutputlli was inspired from this film
The Return of Abhimanyu
Where to Watch: Disney+Hotstar
Directed by that time debutant P.S. Mithran, The Return of Abhimanyu is the Hindi dubbed version of Tamil film “Irumbu Thirai”. This action thriller featuring Vishal and the stunning Samantha Ruth Prabhu in lead roles and the versatile Arjun Sarja as the antagonist, revolves around an army officer who tracks down a gang of hackers after they steal money from his account. The storyline and impactful performance of the cast successfully captivated the audiences making it a big hit of 2018.
Vikram Vedha
Where to Watch: Netflix
The 2017 Tamil language neo-noir action thriller Vikram Vedha written and directed by Pushkar Gayathri starring the super talented duo R Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi is inspired by the Indian folktale Baital Pachisi. Story revolves around an inspector who captures a gangster but the arrest of the gangster leads to a series of stories that blur the lines between good and evil, making this film a must watch. After the huge success of this film, a Bollywood remake of the film with same title starring Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan was made but it failed to impress the audience as people were already in love with the original one.
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Iraivan
Where to Watch: Netflix
Directed by I. Ahmed Iraivan is a Tamil language action thriller film starring Jayam Ravi, Nayanthara and Rahul Bose. The film narrates the story of a cop who believes in playing God by delivering justice himself as he believes God can’t be everywhere to serve justice. As he hunts down a psychopathic killer, he faces personal losses and moral dilemmas. The film’s intense narrative and action sequences keep the audiences on the edge of their seats.
Cadaver
Where to Watch: Disney+Hotstar
Directed by Anoop Panicker, starring Harish Uthaman and Amala Paul and Adith Arun, Cadaver is a medical thriller that is deceptively thriving. The film revolves around the murder mystery of a renowned surgeon and the investigation process of the case. The film takes an interesting turn when the cops arrest the main suspect but despite him being in jail, the murder continues, revealing a large conspiracy. The film’s intricate plot and strong performances by cast make it a standout thriller.
These Hindi dubbed South Indian thrillers showcase the best of suspense and action, offering gripping stories and unforgettable performances. Whether it’s the psychological twists of “Main Hoon Dandadhikari” or the intense action of “The Return of Abhimanyu,” these films promise to keep you entertained. Dive into these thrillers and experience the best of South Indian cinema.
