The Malayalam dark comedy-thriller 'Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam' was released in theatres on April 10 this year. The film serves as a sequel to the 2024 release 'Bharathanatyam'. It stars Saiju Kurup in the lead role and is directed by Krishnadas Murali. The story continues the journey of Sasidharan Nair's family, who find themselves caught in a tense, crime-filled situation. The film also features Suraj Venjaramoodu, Vinay Forrt, and Jagadish in key roles. Now, the OTT release date and platform have been confirmed.
OTT Release Date of Saiju Kurup's Film
'Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam' will stream on Netflix from May 8. The platform has acquired its digital rights. The film is expected to release in Malayalam with subtitles. Dubbed versions in other South Indian languages may also follow.
Plot Overview
The story follows Sasi, played by Saiju Kurup, and his extended family. They find themselves in a dangerous situation. The tension begins with blackmail from Govindaraja, played by Suraj Venjaramoodu. He threatens to expose a major secret: the family temple was allegedly built on fraud. The situation escalates during a confrontation, and the rest of the scenes are filled with chaos and fun.
Performances and Critical Response
The film has received positive feedback for its performances. Saiju Kurup leads the narrative with a grounded portrayal. Suraj Venjaramoodu adds depth as the antagonist. Supporting actors enhance the overall impact. ETimes rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars. The review reads: 'Saiju is perfect as the person the family turns to in a difficult situation, but is as clueless as the rest of them. Baby Jean is a great addition to the mix. Suraj is subtle, yet crude and horrible in all aspects of his villainy; so well played. But while the actors have all done a good job, the script really is the real hero here and for that, the praise goes to writer-director Krishnadas.'
