The wait is finally over for Malayalam movie lovers as Udal made its long-awaited digital premiere on Saina Play on 5 January 2024. After months of speculation surrounding its OTT rights, the psychological drama thriller officially arrived on the streaming platform, giving audiences another opportunity to watch one of the most talked-about Malayalam films of 2022.
Written and directed by Ratheesh Raghunandan, Udal received widespread attention for its intense storytelling, gripping performances, and unconventional narrative. Before the official announcement, platforms including ZEE5 and Prime Video were rumoured to be in discussions for the digital rights. However, Saina Play ultimately secured the exclusive OTT streaming rights.
📋 Udal OTT Release Details
| 🎬 Category | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| 🎥 Movie | Udal |
| 📺 OTT Platform | Saina Play |
| 📅 OTT Release Date | 5 January 2024 |
| 🎭 Genre | Drama Thriller |
| 🎬 Director | Ratheesh Raghunandan |
| ✍️ Writer | Ratheesh Raghunandan |
| 🎼 Music | William Francis |
| 📷 Cinematography | Manoj Pillai |
| 🌐 Language | Malayalam |
🎬 Saina Play Acquires OTT Rights
After a long wait, Saina Play officially premiered Udal on 5 January 2024. The film had remained one of the most requested Malayalam OTT releases following its theatrical run, and its arrival on Saina Play was welcomed by viewers who had been waiting to watch it online.
📖 Related Story: Thankamani OTT Release Still Awaited
Director Ratheesh Raghunandan’s next film after Udal, Thankamani, is also yet to make its OTT debut. Despite its theatrical release, the makers have not officially announced the film’s digital streaming partner or premiere date.
Headlined by Dileep, the film features a strong supporting cast including Manoj K. Jayan, Neetha Pillai, Pranitha Subhash, Malavika Menon, Ajmal Ameer, Siddique, Sudev Nair, Azees Nedumangad, John Vijay, Sampath Ram, and Major Ravi. As with Udal, audiences are eagerly waiting for an official OTT release announcement for Thankamani.
🌟 Lead Cast
Udal features a talented ensemble cast led by:
- ⭐ Dhyan Sreenivasan as Kiran
- ⭐ Indrans as Kuttichayan
- ⭐ Durga Krishna as Shyni
- ⭐ Jude Anthany Joseph
- ⭐ Anjana Appukuttan
- ⭐ Arun Punalur
- ⭐ Thambai Monacha Kanjangad
- ⭐ Dinesh Alappuzha
- ⭐ Kashinadhan
- ⭐ Maya Suresh
The performances of Indrans, Durga Krishna, and Dhyan Sreenivasan were particularly appreciated by critics and audiences.
🎥 About the Movie
Written and directed by Ratheesh Raghunandan, Udal explores the darker side of human relationships through an intense psychological drama. The film blends suspense, emotional conflict, and thriller elements, making it one of the more distinctive Malayalam films released during the period.
The film is produced by Hazeeb Malabar under Hazeeb’s Films, in association with JAIHO and MGC, with theatrical distribution handled by Sree Gokulam Movies.
📺 More Malayalam Releases on Saina Play
Saina Play has continued expanding its Malayalam movie catalogue with several exclusive releases. Some of the notable titles include:
- 🎬 1744 White Alto
- 🎬 Corona Dhavan
- 🎬 Pappachan Olivilaanu
- 🎬 Kudukku
The platform regularly adds Malayalam theatrical releases, independent films, and exclusive digital premieres.
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