Nayanthara films: The digital platforms have cleared out space for the regional projects among the mainstream Hindi films bringing a range of variety for the audience. Even the cine-lovers are moving beyond the conventional content and exploring the sea of films and shows produced in the regional industry. Besides numerous choices on OTT platforms, inclusivity has led to the recognition of talents beyond language barriers.
Several artists from down South have extended their reach through the cinematic projects featured on digital platforms. And one of those actors is Nayanthara, who majorly features in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films. The star of South Indian cinema Nayanthara has acted in more than 75 films and has become the only South Indian female actor to make it to the Forbes India “Celebrity 100”.
Here are a few films starring Nayanthara you should put on your watchlist:
Viswasam
Where to watch: Disney Hotstar+
The Tamil action film written and directed by Siva stars Ajith Kumar and Nayanthara in lead roles. The film revolves around Thookku Durai and his family, who get separated over a misunderstanding. Nayanthara essays the role of a doctor and Durai’s wife.
Nizhal
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
The Malayalam film spans out when an ill-tempered judge John Baby gets involved in a murder story narrated by a school kid. When a child psychologist and John’s friend discusses the case of the child, the latter, who himself is recouping from a traumatic accident, the young boy dig deeper into the murder stories. He maps Nitin's stories to find if it corresponds with the actual incidents.
Netrikann
Where to watch: MX Player
The thriller presents Nayanthara in a powerful role where her character challenges a serial killer. In the Milind Rau directorial the actor plays a blind who sets a trap for the man involved in a series of killings of young women in the city. While she seeks the killer, she herself becomes one of his targets.
Bigil
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
The sports drama starring Thalapathy Vijay and Nayanthara in pivotal roles revolves around a football player Michael 'Bigil’, played by the former. Following a tragic event, Michael gives up on his promising career in the sport. However, years later he gets an opportunity to pursue his passion for the sport but this time as the coach of the women's team.
Imaikkaa Nodigal
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Nayanthara essays the role of a CBI officer named Anjali in the suspense thriller. Besides the actor, the film has director Anurag Kashyap playing the antagonist. Directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu, Imaikaa Nodigal showcases the cat-and-mouse game between Anjali and Rudra, when the latter goes after her family members.