Malayalam web series The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang OTT release date locked: When and where to watch

Time of India

10 hours ago

Fans of Malayalam content have a new reason to celebrate as the trailer for the much-anticipated web series Sambhavavivaranam Nalara Sangham , or The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang, has finally dropped. Promising a mix of dark comedy, gritty realism, and true-event inspiration, the series dives into the chaotic underbelly of Trivandrum. With quirky characters, unexpected twists, and high-stakes neighbourhood drama, the trailer hints at a story that's both hilarious and thrilling, leaving viewers eager for its August 29 premiere on Sony LIV At the heart of the story is a unique gang of five, including a dwarf from a local slum, who are desperate to earn respect in a city ruled by odd trades like milk and flowers. Their ambitious plan? Take over the neighbourhood's temple festival—if they can outwit a ruthless local gangster standing in their way.Directed by Krishand and produced by Mankind Cinemas, the series boasts a stellar ensemble cast. Veteran actors like Jagadish, Indrans, and Vijayaraghavan share screen space with rising stars including Sachin, Santhi Balachandran, and Rahul Rajagopal, promising a dynamic mix of experience and fresh talent that brings this quirky, darkly comic tale to life.Krishand recently shared in an interview with OTTplay that the web series is set to release soon. He expressed confidence that the project has the potential to revolutionise the Malayalam web series industry and noted that Sony LIV was impressed with the content. The director also highlighted that the entire cast is expected to deliver surprising performances, with special mention of Vishnu Agasthya, Sanju Sivram, and Anoop Mohandas for their standout roles.