Fans of Shane Nigam have plenty to celebrate this July as Balti is officially making its digital premiere on SonyLIV from 10 July. Alongside Dridam, which is currently streaming on JioHotstar, audiences now have two of the actor’s latest films available to watch from home.
However, one notable title continues to remain missing from the OTT space – Vela, the critically appreciated crime drama directed by Syam Sasi, which is yet to find a digital streaming platform despite earning positive reviews during its theatrical run.
📌 Shane Nigam Movies on OTT (Latest Update)
| 🎬 Movie | 📺 OTT Platform | 📅 Status | 🌐 Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti | SonyLIV | Streaming from 10 July | Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada |
| Dridam | JioHotstar | Now Streaming | Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada |
| Vela | Not Announced | Awaiting OTT Release | — |
🎥 Why Are Fans Still Waiting for Vela?
While Balti joins SonyLIV and Dridam continues to gain viewers on JioHotstar, Vela remains one of the most requested Malayalam films yet to receive an OTT release announcement.
Directed by Syam Sasi in his directorial debut, the film stars Shane Nigam and Sunny Wayne in lead roles, supported by Siddharth Bharathan and Aditi Balan. Built around an engaging crime drama, the film received positive appreciation from audiences and critics after its theatrical release.
Despite the growing popularity of crime thrillers on streaming platforms, Vela is still unavailable digitally, leaving OTT followers wondering why no platform has picked up the film so far.
👮 Vela Cast & Characters
| 👤 Actor | 🎭 Character |
|---|---|
| Shane Nigam | CPO Ullas Augustin |
| Sunny Wayne | SI Mallikarjunan |
| Siddharth Bharathan | CI Ashok Kumar |
| Aditi Balan | Supporting Role |
| Bipin Perumbilli | KK |
🎬 Crew of Vela
| 🎥 Department | 👤 Credits |
|---|---|
| Director | Syam Sasi |
| Producer | George Sebastian |
| Banner | Cyn-Cyl Celluloid, Badusha Productions |
| Cinematography | Suresh Rajan |
| Executive Producer | Sunil Singh |
| Music | Sam CS |
🔥 Dridam Continues Streaming on JioHotstar
Another recent Shane Nigam release, Dridam, is currently available on JioHotstar.
The crime thriller features Shane Nigam as SI Vijay Radhakrishnan and received encouraging responses from viewers after its release. One of the major highlights of the OTT version is its availability in multiple languages, helping the film reach audiences well beyond Kerala.
📺 Dridam Highlights
- ✅ Streaming on JioHotstar
- ✅ Crime Thriller
- ✅ Shane Nigam as SI Vijay Radhakrishnan
- ✅ Available in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada & Hindi
⚽ Balti Begins Streaming on SonyLIV from 10 July
Balti, Shane Nigam’s 25th film, is all set for its digital premiere on SonyLIV from 10 July.
Written and directed by Unni Sivalingam, the sports action entertainer is produced by Santosh T. Kuruvila and Binu George Alexander under the banners STK Frames and Binu George Alexander Productions.
The OTT version will be available in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Kannada, allowing the film to reach a much wider audience across India.
🎵 Sai Abhyankkar’s Impressive Debut
One of the biggest attractions of Balti is its energetic soundtrack composed by Sai Abhyankkar, marking his debut as a music director.
Following Balti, Sai Abhyankkar has quickly become one of the industry’s most sought-after young composers, contributing to high-profile projects including Dude and Karuppu.
The chartbuster “Jaalakaari”, written by Vinayak Sasikumar and sung by Sai Abhyankkar and Sublahshini, has crossed 36 million views on the Think Music India YouTube channel, becoming one of the film’s biggest promotional successes.
📋 Shane Nigam OTT Status (July 2026)
| 🎬 Movie | 📺 Platform | 📌 Current Status |
|---|---|---|
| Balti | SonyLIV | Streaming from 10 July |
| Dridam | JioHotstar | Streaming Now |
| Vela | Not Announced | Awaiting Digital Release |
📌 Final Words
With Balti joining SonyLIV and Dridam already available on JioHotstar, Shane Nigam fans now have two recent films to enjoy on OTT. Yet, Vela remains a surprising omission from the digital space. Considering its well-received crime drama narrative and positive theatrical response, many viewers continue to hope that an official OTT announcement will arrive soon, bringing one of Shane Nigam’s most appreciated performances to streaming audiences.
Stay Tuned To July 2026 OTT Release Guide by Kerala TV
Looking for the latest Malayalam OTT releases in July 2026? Kerala TV’s July 2026 OTT Release Guide is your one-stop destination for officially confirmed streaming dates, OTT platforms, and upcoming digital premieres. Stay updated with the latest Malayalam movie releases arriving on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, ManoramaMAX, SonyLIV, ZEE5, Saina Play, and other leading streaming services. Our guide is updated regularly, ensuring you never miss the newest OTT announcements and release schedules throughout the month.
