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Economic Times
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Soori's Maaman OTT release date locked: When and where to watch the Tamil family drama
Synopsis Maaman, starring Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi, is set to premiere on ZEE5 on August 8, 2025, after a successful theatrical run. The film, directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj, explores family dynamics, love, and loyalty in Trichy. It follows Inba's relationship with his sister's son and the challenges that arise when he falls in love with Rekha, his sister's doctor. Soori's Maaman is all set to stream on this OTT giant. After winning hearts in theatres with its emotional storytelling and relatable family drama, Maaman is now heading to OTT. Starring Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi in lead roles, the film struck a chord with audiences when it hit screens on May 16, 2025. Now, fans who missed it on the big screen can catch it from the comfort of their homes — the film is set to premiere on ZEE5 on August 8, 2025. Soori himself had earlier confirmed that ZEE Network had secured both satellite and digital rights for the by Prasanth Pandiyaraj and produced by K. Kumar under Lark Studios, Maaman is a heartfelt family drama that explores love, loyalty, misunderstandings, and the delicate balance between personal and family responsibilities. The story was penned by Soori, who also takes centre stage in the film alongside a strong supporting cast that includes Rajkiran, Swasika, Bala Saravanan, Baba Bhaskar, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, and Geetha Kailasam. According to Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 41.15 crore worldwide, despite receiving mixed critical reviews. Set in Trichy, Maaman follows Inba, a devoted brother, whose life revolves around his sister Girija and her son, Laddu. When Girija finally conceives after years of emotional abuse from her in-laws, Inba becomes a father figure to Laddu, drawing admiration from Rekha, Girija's doctor. Love blossoms between Inba and Rekha, but their marriage soon faces hurdles as Laddu's growing attachment causes tension. Rekha struggles to find space in Inba's tightly knit family, leading to emotional clashes and misunderstandings. As responsibilities, relationships, and priorities collide, the story explores how love, loyalty, and family ties can both heal and hurt. With emotionally charged moments and deeply relatable characters, Maaman delivers a stirring tale of conflict, connection, and the challenge of choosing between the ones you love and the life you dream of.
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Maaman' OTT release: When and where to watch the Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi starrer
Picture Credit: X After impressing family audiences with its emotional performances on the big screen, 'Maaman' is now set to enter the OTT space. The family drama, which released theatrically on May 16, 2025, stars Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead and has garnered a fair share of praise for its relatable plot and strong supporting cast. Streaming date and platform confirmed The makers have now confirmed that 'Maaman' will premiere on ZEE5 on August 8, 2025. The actor had himself revealed that ZEE Network had acquired both satellite and digital rights, now with the official release date out. In his X post, he wrote, "It's official! @ZeeTamil secures the satellite rights and @ZEE5Tamil the digital rights for #Maaman #MaamanFromMay16". — sooriofficial (@sooriofficial) A story of family bonds 'Maaman' is a film that shows family ties and emotional relationships, telling the story of Inba (Soori) and his connection to his sister Girija's son, Nilan. Girija, portrayed by Swasika, struggles for years to have a child, and when Nilan is finally born, Inba makes the boy the center of his world. As a result, Inba's strong connection to Nilan starts to interfere with his own life. Later, Inba falls in love with and eventually marries Rekha (Aishwarya Lekshmi), his sister's gynecologist. But even after marriage, Nilan's constant presence in their life creates a rift between the newlyweds. Rekha finds herself unable to get quality time with her husband, leading to rising tensions. Maaman features a talented ensemble cast including Rajkiran, Master Prageeth Sivan, Baba Bhaskar, Bala Saravanan, Jayaprakash, Viji Chandrasekhar, and Geetha Kailasam , with Tamil actor Vimal making a special cameo appearance.
Pink Villa
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Maaman OTT Release: When and where to watch Soori, Aishwarya Lekshmi starrer family drama movie online
Maaman, starring Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles, hit the big screens on May 16, 2025. Following speculations on its OTT release, the family drama flick is finally hitting the streaming space. When and where to watch Maaman Maaman is slated to begin streaming from August 28, 2025, on the OTT platform ZEE5. The official update was made by the streaming platform itself. Earlier, Soori himself had confirmed that the satellite and digital rights were bought by ZEE Network, with an official date for its streaming being finalized now. Official trailer and plot of Maaman Maaman features the story of Inba, a young man who takes extreme care of his sister Girija, who is struggling to have a child after 10 years of marriage. Upon finally giving birth to her son, Nilan, his maternal uncle, Inba, prioritizes him over everything else. Meanwhile, Inba and his sister's gynec Rekha fall in love, leading to their marriage years later. However, despite tying the knot, his nephew Nilan often comes in between them, leading the couple to be unable to have private moments for themselves. Multiple instances of this led the couple to have an outburst, with Inba's sister Girija even misunderstanding Rekha. Finally, Inba and his nephew drift apart, leaving Nilan experiencing fits. What happens to the bond shared by Inba and Nilan, and does the former manage to balance his love life along with his family life, forms the entire story. Cast and crew of Maaman Maaman is headlined by Soori with actors like Rajkiran, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Swasika as Girija, Master Prageeth Sivan, Baba Bhaskar, Bala Saravanan, Jayaprakash, Viji Chandrasekhar, Geetha Kailasam, and many more in key roles. The film even has Tamil actor Vimal in a cameo appearance. The film is directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj, who penned the screenplay based on a story by Soori himself. With Hridayam fame Hesham Abdul Wahab himself composing the tracks and background scores, the film had Dinesh Purushothaman and Ganesh Siva handling the cinematography and editing.
Mint
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Detective Ujjwalan OTT Release: When and where to watch Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson's mystery drama
Following a decent run at the box office since its theatrical release on May 23, 2025, Detective Ujjwalan, featuring Dhyan Sreenivasan, has had fans eagerly awaiting its digital premiere. Now, the latest reports indicate that the film might soon make its way to Netflix, although an official release date is yet to be announced. According to industry sources and a recent social media update by AB George, Netflix has reportedly acquired the streaming rights. This development has taken many by surprise, as the platform has not actively backed Malayalam films in recent times. So what drew them to Detective Ujjwalan? The answer may lie in the film's ties to Minnal Murali, the popular Tovino Thomas superhero film. Detective Ujjwalan exists within the same fictional world — the Weekend Cinematic Universe — and is set in the neighbouring village of Plaachikkaavu. This shared universe element is believed to have played a key role in catching Netflix's attention. Meanwhile, there are also reports that ZEE Network has bagged the satellite television rights for the film. Directed by Indraneel Gopeekrishnan and Rahul G, Detective Ujjwalan follows the story of an eccentric village detective who handles petty crimes — until his quiet town is rocked by a series of unsettling murders.
Pink Villa
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Detective Ujjwalan on OTT: Is Dhyan Sreenivasan starrer coming to Netflix for sharing same universe with Minnal Murali?
Detective Ujjwalan, starring Dhyan Sreenivasan in the lead role, hit the big screens on May 23, 2025. Following the theatrical run, the movie was in limbo regarding its streaming update. Now, it seems that might change soon. Detective Ujjwalan on OTT According to several reports, including a buzz shared by AB George, the film is set to make its digital debut on the OTT platform Netflix. However, it seems that the movie is taken up by the digital streaming giant only due to its connection to Minnal Murali. As per the ongoing rumors, Netflix, which is usually reluctant to take up Malayalam movies for streaming, has decided to buy the rights for Dhyan Sreenivasan starrer. This is speculated due to the movie sharing the same cinematic universe as the Tovino Thomas starrer. While it is also being speculated that ZEE Network has bought the television rights for the film, an official confirmation about its digital and tv debut are yet to be made. About Detective Ujjwalan Detective Ujjwalan features the story of Ujjwalan, a local detective from the fictional village of Plaachikkaavu. While the village is usually known for minor crimes, it all takes a turn when a mysterious figure emerges with a deadly series of crimes. Now, Ujjwalan is faced with his ultimate challenge, putting a test to see whether he will be able to find the culprit. The movie is the second installment in the Weekend Cinematic Universe, taking place in a nearby village as Minnal Murali's Kurukkanmoola. Apart from Dhyan, the movie features an ensemble cast of actors like Siju Wilson, Kottayam Nazeer, Seema G. Nair, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz Noushad, Shahubas, Rony David Raj, and many more in key roles. Coming to Dhyan Sreenivasan's work front, the actor is next set to appear in the movie Bha. Bha. Ba. (short for Bhayam, Bhakthi, Bahumanam), co-starring with his brother Vineeth Sreenivasan and Dileep. Watch the teaser of Bha Bha Ba The upcoming film is a Malayalam-language action comedy helmed by Dhananjay Shankar in his directorial debut. Aside from the lead actors, the film features Balu Varghese, Sandy, Baiju Santhosh, and Saranya Ponvannan in supporting roles, with Mohanlal expected to make a cameo.
