Intro

Mamitha Baiju and Anaswara Rajan have officially transitioned from Kerala’s "neighbor-next-door" favorites to pan-Indian sensations. Whether it’s Mamitha’s infectious energy in Premalu or Anaswara’s soul-stirring performance in Neru, these two young icons are dominating the South Indian film industry in 2026. If you are looking for a mix of Gen-Z rom-coms, intense legal thrillers, and nostalgic campus dramas, this curated OTT watchlist is all you need to catch up on their best work.

1. Premalu (2024)

• Story: A refreshing Hyderabad-based rom-com where Sachin, a confused graduate, falls for Reenu, an IT professional. It captures the essence of modern dating and friendships perfectly.
• Cast: Naslen K. Gafoor, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap.
• Streaming Platform: Jio Hotstar

2. Neru (2023)

• Story: A gripping legal drama about Sara, a blind sculptor who seeks justice after a horrific incident. Anaswara’s portrayal of vulnerability and strength earned her massive critical acclaim.
• Cast: Mohanlal, Anaswara Rajan, Priyamani.
• Streaming Platform: Jio Hotstar

3. Super Sharanya (2022)

• Story: A relatable coming-of-age story of a shy engineering student. This film is iconic for the chemistry between Sharanya (Anaswara) and her "rowdy" best friend Sona (Mamitha).
• Cast: Anaswara Rajan, Mamitha Baiju, Arjun Ashokan.
• Streaming Platform: ZEE5

4. With Love (2026)

• Story: A 2026 Tamil romantic hit where schoolmates meet on a blind date years later and decide to revisit their childhood crush through a series of nostalgic trips.
• Cast: Abishan Jeevinth, Anaswara Rajan.
• Streaming Platform: Netflix

5. Rekhachithram (2025)

• Story: A mystery thriller that blends the past and present. A police officer investigating a cold case from the 1980s discovers the story of Rekha (Anaswara), a junior artist on a film set whose life was cut short.
• Cast: Asif Ali, Anaswara Rajan, Zarin Shihab.
• Streaming Platform: Sony Liv

6. Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024)

• Story: A wedding-day chaos comedy where a groom and his brother-in-law-to-be realize they have a shared past that could ruin the marriage.
• Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Basil Joseph, Anaswara Rajan.
• Streaming Platform: Jio Hotstar

7. Pranaya Vilasam (2023)

• Story: An exploration of love across three generations. Both actresses shine in this film that proves love is never simple, regardless of your age.
• Cast: Arjun Ashokan, Mamitha Baiju, Anaswara Rajan.
• Streaming Platform: ZEE5

8. Thanneer Mathan Dinangal (2019)

• Story: The ultimate high-school nostalgia trip. It follows Jaison’s school life, his crush on Keerthy, and his hilarious rivalry with a new teacher.
• Cast: Vineeth Sreenivasan, Anaswara Rajan, Mathew Thomas.
• Streaming Platform: Jio Hotstar