Antony Varghese‘s Malayalam action thriller ‘Kattalan’ is all set to make its digital debut after completing its theatrical run. The film, which released in cinemas on May 28, 2026, has now locked its OTT platform.While audiences have been waiting for an update on its online release, the streaming destination has finally been confirmed.
OTT platform revealed
The makers have officially confirmed that ‘Kattalan’ will stream on ManoramaMAX. The announcement was made through the platform’s official social media handles. Although the streaming service has revealed that the film is “coming soon,” it has not yet announced the exact release date.
Cast and crew behind the actioner
Written and directed by Paul George, ‘Kattalan’ features Antony Varghese in the lead role. The supporting cast includes Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, Dushara Vijayan, Jagadish, Siddique, and Hanan Shaah in important roles.The screenplay has been written by Paul George, Jero Jacob, and Unni R. The film combines action, survival drama and thriller elements against the backdrop of a forest landscape.
Story explores survival and the dangers of the forest
Set in 1995, the story takes place in the forest region of Aanakolli, where recurring elephant attacks have left nearby villages gripped by fear. The narrative also delves into the dark world of poaching and illegal ivory smuggling. As danger surrounds the region, survival becomes the biggest challenge for those living there.Antony Varghese plays the central character and as the story progresses, the film explores the growing conflict between humans and wildlife.
ETimes review on ‘Kattalan’
Reviewing the film, ETimes wrote, “For all its scale, technical polish, and relentless intensity, Kattalan ultimately remains emotionally distant. The film knows how to create noise, momentum, and visual power. What it struggles to create is intimacy, the quiet emotional thread that allows a story to stay with its audience after the violence ends.”Although the expectations were high as the ‘Marco’ team was teaming up with the ‘RDX’ actor Antony Varghese, ‘Kattalan’ failed to meet theexpectations and did a mediocre box office business.
