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Best South Dark Comedy Movies On OTT: Dark comedy is a bold and unconventional genre that few filmmakers dare to venture into, especially in India where movies are often deeply rooted in emotional connections with the audience. Given the cultural context, creating a dark comedy film that resonates with a broad spectrum of viewers, including family audiences, requires a delicate balance of tone, plot and storytelling.

Here's a curated list of the best South dark comedy movies that have managed to strike the perfect chord with audiences. Binge-watch them with a bowl full of popcorn on digital platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar and others.

Best South Dark Comedy Movies On OTT

Jigarthanda (Prime Video)

The 2014 Indian Tamil-language film Jigarthanda, also known as Cold-heart, was written and directed by Karthik Subbaraj and produced by S. Kathiresan. The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Bobby Simha, Siddharth, Lakshmi Menon, Karunakaran, Guru Somasundaram and Aadukalam Naren. Notably, Gavemic U. Ary made his debut as a cinematographer in Tamil cinema, while Vivek Harshan handled editing duties. The film's soundtrack and background score were composed by Santhosh Narayanan.

Money Ratnam (Disney+Hotstar)

Money Ratnam is a 2014 Malayalam comedy thriller film directed by Santhosh Nair, starring Fahadh Faasil and Niveda Thomas. The film, a road movie loosely based on Ek Chalis Ki Last Local, follows a 24-hour journey from Munnar to Marayur. Released on September 26, 2014, as an Onam special, it marked the 100th film of Century Films.

Aavesham (Prime Video)

Aavesham, an Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film, is written and directed by Jithu Madhavan. Produced by Nazriya Nazim and Anwar Rasheed under Fahadh Faasil and Friends and Anwar Rasheed Entertainments, the film boasts a talented cast, including Fahadh Faasil, Hipzster, Mithun Jai Shankar, Roshan Shanavas and Sajin Gopu. The movie's narrative revolves around three young friends in Bengaluru who form an unlikely alliance with a local gangster to exact revenge on their college bully.

Sookshmadarshini (Zee5)

Sookshmadarshini is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language film that blends elements of black comedy, mystery, and thriller genres. Directed by M. C. Jithin and written by Libin T.B and Athul Ramachandran, the film is produced by Happy Hours Entertainments and AVA Productions. The movie features a talented cast, including Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph, promising an engaging and suspenseful cinematic experience.

(Sookshmadarshini OTT Release has been delayed.)

Bloody Beggar (Prime Video)

Bloody Beggar is a 2024 Indian Tamil-language black comedy drama film, marking the directorial debut of Sivabalan Muthukumar. Produced by Nelson Dilipkumar under Filament Pictures, the film boasts an ensemble cast, including Kavin, Radha Ravi, Redin Kingsley, Padam Venu Kumar and several others. This maiden production venture promises a unique blend of dark humor and drama.