The South Dravidian languages are a branch of the Dravidian language family, primarily spoken in the southern regions of India and parts of Sri Lanka. This group includes languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, each with its own unique script and rich literary traditions. These languages share common linguistic features, such as agglutination and a complex system of verb conjugation. They are known for their phonetic richness and have a significant cultural impact, influencing literature, music, and cinema in their respective regions.