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Odela 2 Release Date: ‘Odela 2' OTT release: Tamannaah Bhatia's film to start streaming on THIS date

Odela 2 Release Date: ‘Odela 2' OTT release: Tamannaah Bhatia's film to start streaming on THIS date

Time of India08-05-2025
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After creating intrigue in theatres, 'Odela 2', the supernatural thriller led by Tamannaah Bhatia , is all set for its digital premiere.'Odela 2' is a Telugu-language sequel to the 2022 film Odela Railway Station. While the first film was a gritty crime thriller based on real incidents from the Odela village in Telangana, the sequel pivots into a supernatural narrative.The original ended with the death of a brutal killer who targeted newlywed women, but 'Odela 2' picks up from there—with the killer's vengeful spirit now haunting the village.The story introduces Shiva Shakthi, a fierce Aghori and a devotee of Lord Shiva, played by Tamannaah Bhatia. She arrives in Odela with the sole mission of banishing the evil spirit and restoring peace to the troubled village. Tamannaah's transformation into a powerful spiritual force battling darkness is one of the film's most gripping elements.Directed by Ashok Teja and written by Sampath Nandi, Odela 2 features a strong ensemble cast that includes Hebah Patel, Vasishta N. Simha, Murali Sharma, Sharath Lohitashwa, Yuva, Naga Mahesh, and Vamsi in prominent roles.The film will start streaming on Amazon Prime Video from May 8, 2025, marking its global OTT debut. The official announcement was made by film publicist Vamsi Shekar via social media, who wrote, '#Odela2 streaming worldwide TOMORROW only on @primevideoin.'Check out our review first ! ETimes gave 2.5 star rating for the film and our review reads, 'Odela 2 is not for the faint-hearted—the film is rife with gore, bloodshed, and violent spiritual encounters. The horror sequences rely on familiar tropes and gradually lose their edge. The second half, in particular, drags and suffers from a lack of narrative urgency. Fortunately, the climax redeems the film to an extent, offering an emotionally charged and visually impactful payoff. Despite its flaws, 'Odela 2' is a bold attempt to push genre boundaries in Indian cinema. Watch it for Tamannaah's powerful transformation and the rooted horror setting. But don't expect a consistently gripping ride—this one's more atmospheric than arresting.'
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