'Azadi OTT' release date: Check out where this Malayalam action thriller will stream; the official platform confirms!
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The Malayalam action thriller 'Azadi,' which hit theaters on May 23, 2025, received a positive response from critics and audiences alike. Now, the film is all set for its digital premiere.
The streaming platform Manorama Max announced via social media that 'Azadi' will soon be available for streaming. While the exact release date is yet to be revealed, it is expected to drop later this month, June 2025. Alongside the announcement, the platform posted, 'Azadi | Coming Soon | manoramaMAX.'
Azadi unfolds primarily within the premises of Kottayam Medical College, where Ganga (played by Raveena Ravi) is admitted while pregnant.
She finds herself accused of murdering a political leader's son. Hours after her admission, her husband, Raghu (portrayed by Sreenath Bhasi), devises a daring 24-hour escape plan with the help of insiders, aiming to free her from the grasp of law enforcement.
However, their past comes back to haunt them during the escape, as adversaries infiltrate the hospital. Tension escalates, turning the medical facility into a battleground and forcing the couple into a fight for survival.
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The film intricately weaves themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of justice amidst chaos and betrayal.
Directed by Jo George and written by Sagar, Azadi features a powerful supporting cast including Lal, Vani Vishwanath, Saiju Kurup, and
Maala Parvathi
. The film's evocative musical score is composed by Varun Unni.
According to trade analyst Sacnilk, Azadi earned an estimated Rs 70 lakh on its opening day in Kerala. While its box office performance has been modest compared to major 2025 Malayalam hits like L2: Empuraan and Thudarum, the film has nonetheless generated steady interest among viewers.
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