5 South Indian OTT Movies That Are Remakes Of Korean Movies: Korean movies and Kdramas have been garnering much love and attention on OTT. There are several Korean dramas and movies that have been remade in the South. From Amaravathi to Netrikann and more, here is a complete list of South movies that are a remake of Korean content. You can watch these movies on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+Hotstar, Zee5 and more.
5 Best South Movies On OTT That Are Remakes Of Popular Korean Movies
Amaravathi (Zee5)
Released in 2009, Amaravathi is a gripping Telugu-language thriller film helmed by Ravi Babu, who also stars in the movie alongside Taraka Ratna, Sneha, Bhumika Chawla, and Sindhura Gadde. The film, which hit theaters on December 3, 2009, garnered positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Notably, Amaravathi is an official remake of the acclaimed 2002 South Korean thriller H, adapted for the Indian audience by director Ravi Babu.
Godse (Netflix)
In 2022, the Telugu film industry witnessed the release of Godse, a gripping vigilante action thriller directed by Gopiganesh Pattabhi and produced by C. Kalyan under the CK Screens banner. The movie marks the Telugu debut of Aishwarya Lekshmi, who stars alongside Satyadev. Notably, Godse is an adaptation of two international hits – the 2018 Korean thriller The Negotiation and the popular Spanish crime series Money Heist. The film hit theaters on June 17, 2022, receiving a mixed response from critics, who had varying opinions on its execution and impact.
James Bond (Sun NXT)
James Bond, a 2015 Telugu action comedy film, marks the directorial debut of Sai Kishore Macha, who also penned the script. Produced by Anil Sunkara under A.K.Entertainments, the movie stars Allari Naresh and Sakshi Chaudhary in the lead roles, with Ashish Vidyarthi, Raghu Babu, and Krishna Bhagavan in supporting roles. The film’s plot takes inspiration from the Korean hit My Wife Is a Gangster, and offers a unique blend of action and humor, making it an entertaining ride for audiences.
Saakini Daakini (Netflix)
Saakini Daakini is a 2022 Telugu action comedy film helmed by director Sudheer Varma and produced by the esteemed banners of Suresh Productions, Guru Films, and Kross Pictures. This official remake of the 2017 South Korean blockbuster Midnight Runners boasts a talented female lead duo, featuring Regina Cassandra and Nivetha Thomas.
Netrikann (Disney+Hotstar)
Netrikann, meaning ‘The Third Eye’, is a gripping Tamil-language crime thriller released in 2021, directed and co-written by Milind Rau. The film boasts a talented cast, led by the versatile Nayanthara, alongside Ajmal Ameer, K. Manikandan, and Saran Shakthi in pivotal roles. As a remake of the acclaimed 2011 South Korean film Blind, Netrikann follows the journey of a determined blind police officer on the hunt for a serial killer. Produced by Vignesh Shivan and Hyunwoo Thomas Kim under Rowdy Pictures and Kross Pictures, the film premiered on Disney+Hotstar on August 13, 2021.
