The August Malayalam OTT release lineup begins with Uyir, as JioHotstar has officially announced the digital premiere of the investigative thriller. After its theatrical run, the film will start streaming from 4 August, bringing its suspense-filled crime investigation to OTT audiences.
Directed by M. Padmakumar, Uyir is inspired by true events and promises an engaging blend of mystery, crime, and emotional drama. Featuring Roshan Mathew in the lead, the film has attracted attention for its realistic investigation and strong ensemble cast.
📋 Uyir Movie OTT Information
| 🎬 Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 🎥 Movie | Uyir |
| 📱 OTT Release Date | 4 August |
| 📺 Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
| 🎬 Director | M. Padmakumar |
| ✍️ Story | Anshad S. |
| 📝 Screenplay & Dialogues | Nikhil K. Menon, Shaji Marad |
| 🏢 Producer | Santhosh Thrivikraman |
| 🎥 Banner | Wow Cinemas |
| 🎭 Genre | Investigative Crime Thriller |
🔍 Story
Inspired by real-life incidents, Uyir follows a gripping police investigation that begins after the body of a woman is discovered inside an abandoned well in the Koduvally region.
As investigators dig deeper into the mysterious death, hidden secrets and unexpected twists gradually emerge. Rather than revealing the mystery outright, the film carefully builds suspense, keeping viewers guessing until the final stages of the investigation.
👥 Cast
| 🎭 Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Roshan Mathew | Police Officer |
| Baiju Santhosh | Police Officer |
| Vineeth Thattil | Supporting Role |
| Divya M. Nair | Supporting Role |
| Santhosh Thrivikraman | Supporting Role |
| Shaju Sreedhar | Supporting Role |
| Sreekanth Murali | Supporting Role |
| Vinod Sagar | Supporting Role |
| Athulya Chandra | Supporting Role |
| Shruthi Menon | Supporting Role |
🎬 Technical Crew
| 🎥 Department | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | M. Padmakumar |
| Story | Anshad S. |
| Screenplay | Nikhil K. Menon |
| Dialogues | Shaji Marad |
| Producer | Santhosh Thrivikraman |
| Production | Wow Cinemas |
👮 Roshan Mathew Leads the Investigation
One of the film’s biggest highlights is Roshan Mathew portraying the investigating police officer. His character leads the inquiry into the mysterious death, gradually uncovering hidden truths behind the crime.
Joining him is Baiju Santhosh, who appears in a full-length police role, adding further depth to the investigative team. Their performances form the backbone of the film’s suspense-driven narrative.
✍️ Screenplay by Nikhil K. Menon and Shaji Marad
The screenplay and dialogues are written by Nikhil K. Menon and Shaji Marad.
Nikhil K. Menon is known to Malayalam audiences as both a singer and actor, while Shaji Marad, a serving police officer, previously co-wrote the acclaimed investigative drama Ela Veezha Poonchira. Their collaboration brings authenticity to the police procedures and investigative elements portrayed in Uyir.
🎥 Watch Roshan Mathew in Ronth on JioHotstar
Before streaming Uyir, viewers can also watch Ronth, another crime drama featuring Roshan Mathew in a police role.
🎬 Ronth
| 🎭 Details | |
|---|---|
| 🎬 Director & Writer | Shahi Kabir |
| ⭐ Cast | Dileesh Pothan, Roshan Mathew, Sudhi Koppa, Arun Cherukavil, Krisha Kurup, Nandanunni, Lakshmi Menon, Baby Nandhootty |
| 📺 Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
Fans of investigative thrillers can experience another compelling police story before Uyir arrives on the platform.
📺 Malayalam OTT Releases in August
With Uyir leading the month’s digital premieres, several new Malayalam films are expected to arrive across major streaming services throughout August.
Viewers can look forward to upcoming releases on:
- 📱 JioHotstar
- 🎬 Netflix
- 📺 Prime Video
- 🎥 SonyLIV
- 📱 ZEE5
- 🎞️ ManoramaMAX
- 📺 Saina Play
Kerala TV will continue tracking the latest Malayalam OTT release dates, streaming platforms, and digital premiere announcements throughout July and August.
❓Frequently Asked Questions
📅 What is the OTT release date of Uyir?
Uyir begins streaming on 4 August.
📺 Which OTT platform streams Uyir?
The investigative thriller will stream exclusively on JioHotstar.
🎬 Who directed Uyir?
The film is directed by M. Padmakumar.
👮 Who plays the lead role?
Roshan Mathew plays the investigating police officer, while Baiju Santhosh also appears in a prominent police role.
✍️ Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay is by Nikhil K. Menon, with dialogues co-written by Shaji Marad.
🔍 What is Uyir about?
Inspired by true events, the film follows a police investigation into the mysterious death of a woman, gradually uncovering hidden secrets through a suspense-filled crime thriller.
