The Malayalam comedy film 'Innocent' has made its digital debut, arriving on an over-the-top (OTT) platform shortly after its theatrical run. Starring Althaf Salim and Anarkali Marikar in lead roles, the movie hit theatres on November 7, 2025, but failed to make a significant mark commercially, garnering mixed reactions from viewers.
When and Where to Stream 'Innocent'
According to reports, the film premiered on the OTT platform Saina Play on December 29, 2025. This early digital release follows a relatively brief and underwhelming stint in cinemas. Currently, the movie is available for streaming exclusively in its original Malayalam language, with no announced dubs for other linguistic audiences yet.
Plot and Cast Details
The story of Innocent revolves around Vinod, a meticulous and rule-abiding government clerk portrayed by Althaf Salim. His life takes an unexpected turn when a sudden illness leads him to an embarrassing predicament at a KSRTC bus stand, forcing him to use the ladies' restroom. The situation escalates into a full-blown nightmare when the incident is captured on video. Vinod quickly becomes the target of widespread public shaming and viral online ridicule.
The film features a supporting cast including Joemon Jyothir, Mithun Ramesh, Azees Nedumangad, and Tanzanian social media influencer Kili Paul. Paul's involvement, known for his popular lip-sync videos of Indian songs, had generated notable pre-release curiosity among audiences.
Behind the Scenes and Other OTT Releases
Innocent marks the directorial debut of Satheesh Thanvi, with a screenplay by Shihab Karunagappally. The cinematography is handled by Nikhik S. Praveen, editing by Riyas K. Badhar, and the music is composed by Jay Stellar.
In other OTT release news from the Malayalam industry, the film 'Ithiri Neram' started streaming on Sun Nxt on December 31. Additionally, 'Eko', featuring actors like Sandeep Pradeep, Narain, Binu Pappu, and Vineeth, also premiered on Netflix on the same day as this announcement.
