Catch Thudarum, Sarkeet And Other Exciting Malayalam Movies On OTT
Mohanlal and Tharun Moorthy's Thudarum is a big Malayalam OTT release in June 2025.
Malayalam cinema is buzzing with recent releases like Thudarum, Sarkeet, and Prince and Family. But the excitement doesn't stop there, as several films are set to debut on OTT platforms in June 2025. From Mohanlal's Thudarum and Asif Ali's Sarkeet, here's a list of the most-awaited Malayalam OTT releases.
Thudarum On JioHotstar
Thudarum, which showcased vintage Mohanlal at his best in recent years, is set to release on the OTT world. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the film features Mohanlal as Shanmugham, a cab driver seeking revenge after a personal tragedy. The movie also marks Shobana's highly anticipated return to Malayalam cinema, teaming up with Mohanlal again.
Alappuzha Gymkhana
Premalu actor Naslen once again demonstrated his ability to carry a whole movie as he collaborated with Khalid Rahman on Alappuzha Gymkhana. The Malayalam sports comedy follows a captivating tale of a group of class 12th kids who try to gain college entrance through sports quota after failing the exam. The film also stars actors Lukman Avaran, Ganapathi, Sandeep Pradeep, and Anagha Ravi from Saudi Vellakka in key roles. According to the OTT Play, Alappuzha Gymkhana is set to release on the OTT space in June. However, an official update is still awaited.
Sarkeet
Asif Ali returns to the big screen with Sarkeet, a heartwarming tale of an unlikely bond between Ameer and a young boy in the Gulf. Directed by Nunakal, the film has garnered positive reviews despite its underwhelming box office performance. Its OTT release is expected to reach a wider audience and showcase its charm. However, the official release date and OTT platform are yet to be announced by the makers.
Dominic and the Ladies Purse
Gautham Vasudev Menon made his much-awaited Malayalam directorial debut with Dominic and the Ladies' Purse. Starring Mammootty as detective Dominic, the film is still awaiting its OTT premiere despite releasing in theatres in January. Shedding light on its captivating storyline, the film follows Dominic as Mohanlal unravels a complex case, leading to unexpected twists. Fans are eagerly waiting for its OTT release to experience the thrilling storyline.
Get-Set Baby
In Get-Set Baby, Unni Mukundan takes on the role of a male gynaecologist named Dr. Arjun Balakrishnan. Directed by Vinay Govind, the film follows Dr. Arjun's journey as he navigates challenges in his profession. Starring alongside Nikhila Vimal, Unni Mukundan's performance adds depth to the story. Despite receiving success with Marco, Unni Mukundan's Get-Set Baby couldn't garner enough attention at the box office. The film will reportedly release on OTT in the upcoming month.
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