GCC Theatre List Announced; SonyLIV Bags OTT Streaming Rights of Unmadham
The makers of Unmadham, the upcoming Malayalam crime mystery thriller starring Kunchacko Boban and Lijomol Jose, have announced the GCC theatre list ahead of the film’s worldwide theatrical release on 31 July 2026.
Directed by Kiran Das and written by acclaimed filmmaker Shahi Kabir, Unmadham promises an intense crime thriller packed with suspense, mystery, and emotional drama. Backed by Panorama Studios, the film is set for a wide release across the GCC region, covering the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain.
Along with its overseas theatrical rollout, the makers have also confirmed that SonyLIV has acquired the film’s exclusive post-theatrical digital streaming rights.
🎬 Unmadham Movie Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Movie | Unmadham |
| Genre | Crime Mystery Thriller |
| Release Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Director | Kiran Das |
| Writer | Shahi Kabir |
| Lead Cast | Kunchacko Boban, Lijomol Jose |
| OTT Platform | SonyLIV |
| OTT Status | Streaming After Theatrical Run |
🌍 GCC Release Across Five Countries
Malayalam cinema continues to strengthen its overseas presence, and Unmadham is set for a wide GCC release through leading cinema chains across the Gulf.
The film will be screened in theatres across:
- 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
- 🇶🇦 Qatar
- 🇴🇲 Oman
- 🇧🇭 Bahrain
The extensive release ensures that Malayalam movie lovers across the Gulf can watch the film on the big screen from its opening day.
🎟️ Unmadham GCC Theatre List
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (UAE)
VOX Cinemas
- Reem Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Abu Dhabi Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Ajman City Centre – Ajman
- Dubai Festival City – Dubai
- Mirdif City Centre – Dubai
- Deira City Centre – Dubai
- Wafi Mall – Dubai
- BurJuman – Dubai
- Shindagha City Centre – Dubai
- Megaplex (Cineplex Grand Hyatt) – Dubai
- City Centre Al Zahia – Sharjah
- Sharjah City Centre – Sharjah
Star Cinemas
- Al Wahda Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Khalifa City Central Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Al Raha Mall – Abu Dhabi
- National Cinema – Abu Dhabi
- Grand Safeer Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Grand Mall – Ajman
- Bawadi Mall – Al Ain
- Al Ain Mall – Al Ain
- Al Ghurair Centre – Dubai
- Junction Mall – Dubai
- Dana Plaza – Fujairah
- Gulf Cinema Ras – Ras Al Khaimah
- Mall of UAQ – Umm Al Quwain
- Gallery Hyatt Regency – Dubai
Royal Cinemas
- Dalma Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Deerfields Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Khalidiyah Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Al Dhannah Mall, Ruwais – Abu Dhabi
- World Trade Centre – Abu Dhabi
Other Cinemas
- Roxy Cinemas Circle Mall JVC – Dubai
- 369 Cinemas Al Mariah Mall – Abu Dhabi
- Safeer Cinemas Dibba City Centre – Fujairah
- Cinepolis Oasis Mall – Sharjah
- Al Shaab Cinema, Al Shaab Village – Sharjah
- Al Hamra Cinema – Sharjah
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
- VOX Cinemas – Jubail Galleria Mall, Al Jubail
- VOX Cinemas – West Avenue Mall, Dammam
- VOX Cinemas – Al Jamea, Town Square, Jeddah
- VOX Cinemas – Al Qasr Mall, Riyadh
- VOX Cinemas – Atyaf Mall, Riyadh
- VOX Cinemas – Sahara Mall, Riyadh
- VOX Cinemas – Tabuk Park, Tabuk
- Play Cinema – Jameah Plaza, Jeddah
- Play Cinema – Amwaj, Dhahran Amwaj
- Play Cinema – Lulu Mall, Dammam
- Empire Cinemas – Othaim Mall, Unaizah
- Empire Cinemas – Al Rashid Mall, Abha
- Empire Cinemas – Al Rashid Mall, Khobar
- Empire Cinemas – Al Andalus Mall, Jeddah
- Empire Cinemas – Al Rashid Mall, Jizan
- Reel Cinemas – Granada Mall, Riyadh
🇶🇦 Qatar
- Novo Cinemas 01 Mall – Doha
- Novo Cinemas Doha Oasis Mall – Doha
- Cinema Qatar Royal Plaza Cinema – Doha
- Cinema Qatar The Mall of Qatar Cineplex – Doha
- Cinema Qatar Thumama Mall – Doha
- Cineco Cinemas Asian Town – Doha
- Cineco Cinemas Al Khor Mall – Doha
🇴🇲 Oman
- VOX Cinemas City Centre Qurum – Muscat
- VOX Cinemas Muscat Grand Mall – Muscat
- VOX Cinemas Sohar City Centre – Sohar
- Century Cinemas Mall of Muscat – As Sib
- Century Cinemas Buraimi Nujoom Mall – Al Buraimi
- Cinepolis Avenues Mall – Muscat
- Cinepolis Oasis Mall – Salalah
- Cinepolis Oasis Mall – Sohar
- WOW Cinema – Barka
- Star Cinemas Alam Al Nujoom Centre – Muscat
- Star Cinemas Ibri Bawadi Mall – Ibri
- Lunar Cinemas – Sur
- Al Bahja Cinema – Seeb
🇧🇭 Bahrain
- Cineco Seef Megaplex – Manama
- Cineco Juffair Oasis – Manama
- Cineco Al Hamra – Manama
- Cineco Wadi Al Sail – Manama
- Cineco VOX City Centre – Manama
- Cinepolis Atrium Mall – Saar
- EPIX Cinemas Dana Mall – Manama
- Mukta A2 Cinema Juffair Mall – Manama
📺 OTT Streaming Partner
After completing its theatrical run, Unmadham will make its digital debut exclusively on SonyLIV.
| OTT Details | Information |
|---|---|
| 📺 Streaming Platform | SonyLIV |
| 🎬 Rights | Exclusive Digital Streaming Rights |
| 📅 Streaming Date | To Be Announced |
| 🌐 Availability | After Theatrical Run |
SonyLIV continues to expand its Malayalam content library by acquiring the post-theatrical rights of several major releases, with Unmadham joining its upcoming slate.
🎭 Cast & Crew
- 🎬 Director: Kiran Das
- ✍️ Writer: Shahi Kabir
- 🎭 Starring: Kunchacko Boban, Lijomol Jose
- 🎥 Cinematography: Arjun Sethu
- 🎼 Music: Mujeeb Majeed
- ✂️ Editor: Kiran Das
- 🎬 Producers: Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak
- 🤝 Co-Producers: Ram Mirchandani, Rajesh Menon
- 🎯 Creative Producer: Abhinav Mehrotra
❓Frequently Asked Questions
When is Unmadham releasing in theatres?
The film releases worldwide on 31 July 2026.
Which OTT platform has acquired Unmadham?
SonyLIV has secured the exclusive post-theatrical streaming rights.
When will Unmadham stream on SonyLIV?
The official streaming date will be announced after the film completes its theatrical run.
Which countries are included in the GCC release?
The film will release across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain.
Who directed Unmadham?
The film is directed by Kiran Das, with the screenplay written by Shahi Kabir.
