A quick look at rising South Indian actress Priyanka Mohan’s exciting lineup of upcoming films across Tamil and Kannada cinema, including her fantasy rom-com with Kavin, a retro thriller, a Mari Selvaraj project, and a Vetrimaaran gangster drama.
Priyanka Mohan continues to build strong momentum in South Indian cinema with a diverse set of upcoming projects. After headlining the Netflix original Made in Korea earlier in 2026 and appearing opposite Pawan Kalyan in They Call Him OG, the actress is now focusing on multiple high-profile films that showcase different genres and languages. One of her most anticipated projects is the untitled fantasy romantic comedy, often referred to as Kavin #9 or Kavin 09. Directed by Ken Royson in his feature debut, the film pairs her with actor Kavin. It is described as a musical, new-age story about life’s opportunities and second chances, with music by OfRo. Shooting has been progressing, and the film is expected to bring a fresh, youthful energy to her filmography. She is also part of the Kannada film 666 Operation Dream Theatre, a retro-style thriller directed by Hemanth M Rao. The movie stars Dhananjaya in the lead with Shivarajkumar in a key role. This marks Priyanka’s return to Kannada cinema after her 2019 debut, and the project has generated interest for its unique 1980s aesthetic and ensemble cast. In Tamil, Priyanka has joined Mari Selvaraj’s Manjanaththi (also spelled Manjanathi), which features music by Ilaiyaraaja. The film is said to be a rooted, women-centric drama exploring emotions and aspirations, with Kayadu Lohar among the co-stars. She is also filming for Vetrimaaran’s gangster drama Arasan, which stars Silambarasan TR and is set in the Vada Chennai universe, adding further weight to her growing list of notable collaborations. With roles spanning fantasy rom-com, thriller, social drama, and gangster cinema, Priyanka Mohan is clearly choosing varied characters that expand her range. Fans can expect her next set of releases to further strengthen her position as one of the promising young actresses working across Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada industries.