After a successful theatrical run and widespread critical acclaim, the Malayalam thriller, Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas and Suraj Venjaramoodu, is all set to entertain the fans on OTT platforms. Real events inspire the hard-hitting political drama, and it is being hailed as one of the most impactful films of the year. Consequently, its digital release after a stellar show on the silver screen has been highly anticipated by the cinemagoers. Are you waiting for the OTT release of Narivetta? If so, then here’s everything you must know about it.
Narivetta OTT release: The political thriller is set to grace your small screens soon
Narivetta, directed by Abin Joseph and produced by Tippu Shah and Shriyas Hassan under the Indian cinema company banner, is set to make its OTT debut on SonyLIV on July 11, 2025. The film focuses on Kerala’s Tribal communities and uncovers the harsh realities of cinematic injustice, displacement and police brutality. The film ran successfully for 40 days in the theatre and managed to strike an emotional chord with the audience, leaving several viewers moved by the storyline. Sony LIV confirmed the OTT release of Narivetta by sharing a gripping teaser of the film on social media with a caption which read:
“Echoes of truth, shadows of injustice. Watch Narivetta from July 11 only on SonyLIV. ”
Narivetta has a gritty and emotionally charged storyline
Narivetta follows the story of ‘Peter Varghese’, who is portrayed by Tovino Thomas, who is a young man disillusioned with life after facing rejections at his job and multiple heartbreaks. Reluctantly, he is left with no option but to join the force, where he is mentored by head constable ‘Basheer Ahammed’ (played by Suraj Venjaramoodu). After getting trained under the strict discipline of the force, he is posted in a remote tribal area of Kerala.
However, the simple job assignment becomes a life-changing experience for ‘Peter’, who first-hand witnesses the oppression faced by the tribal communities, especially in the case of land ownership and forced eviction under the guise of forest conservation. It shifts the moral compass of ‘Peter’. The locals who peacefully live their lives by following their ancestral land are treated as intruders, and when they protest, it is tackled by authorities with violence and threats.
Things changed for the worse after DIG ‘Raghuram Keshavadas’ brings a new level of suppression in the place. When ‘Peter’ is caught between his duty on one side and conscience on the other, he becomes a silent spectator to the state-inflicted atrocities. The storyline draws inspiration from the 2003, Muthanga tribal protest with a thought-provoking climax to the story.
Narivetta reviews: Strong story rooted in reality and emotion
Narivetta stands out from other pictures not just for its plot but also for its wonderful execution. The lead actors, Tovino Thomas and Suraj Venjaramoodu, deliver emotionally intense performances and critics praised how they dealt with such a sensitive subject. There is no compromise in the portrayal of realism. At the same time, the music by Jakes Bejoy added to the narrative. Narivetta was shot across different locations in Kerala, including Alappuzha, Kottayam, Wayanad and more which carry the beauty of the rural state. The Indian Express praised the film’s technical execution, especially its cinematography and editing. It described the film as “a triggering reminder of a dark chapter in Kerala’s history”.
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