Prakambanam, the Malayalam horror comedy featuring Ganapathi, Sagar Surya, and Al Ameen, is heading to ZEE5 for its OTT premiere. The film released in theatres on January 30, 2026, and has completed a solid theatrical run crossing ₹12 crore at the India box office — with the digital premiere date yet to be officially confirmed by the makers or ZEE5.
When Is Prakambanam Releasing on OTT?
Prakambanam’s OTT premiere on ZEE5 is expected in March 2026, with the exact date not yet officially announced as of this writing. ZEE5 has acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights, but neither the platform nor the production house has confirmed a specific premiere date. Typically, Malayalam theatrical releases move to OTT within 4–6 weeks, which places the Prakambanam digital window squarely in the second half of March 2026.
The film’s theatrical run has been healthy for a horror comedy of its scale — it posted consistent footfalls through its first three weeks and crossed the ₹12 crore India gross mark by Day 20. Once an OTT date is locked in officially, ZEE5 is expected to make a formal announcement.
| Movie | OTT Platform | OTT Release Date | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prakambanam | ZEE5 | March 2026 (TBA) | Malayalam |
What Is Prakambanam About?
Prakambanam centres on three college friends — Sidhu, Punyalan, and Shankaran — living in a hostel in Ernakulam, Kochi. Their days revolve around campus pranks, dormitory mischief, and the kind of easy camaraderie that defines hostel life. The dynamic shifts dramatically when one of them becomes possessed by a spirit, pulling all three into a supernatural crisis they didn’t see coming.
The film blends campus comedy with horror elements — a combination that has worked well for Malayalam cinema in recent years. Rather than a straightforward ghost story, Prakambanam leans into the friendship at its core and uses the supernatural as a catalyst to test those bonds. The tone is brisk, the humour grounded in character, and the horror sequences work within the comedic framework without undercutting the scares.
Who Stars in Prakambanam?
The film is led by Ganapathi as one of the three central friends, joined by Sagar Surya and Al Ameen in the other leads. The trio carries the film’s energy across both its comic and supernatural sequences. Mallika Sukumaran, Azees Nedumangad, and Rajesh Madhavan round out the supporting ensemble.
- Ganapathi as Sidhu
- Sagar Surya as Punyalan
- Al Ameen as Shankaran
- Mallika Sukumaran in a supporting role
- Azees Nedumangad in a supporting role
- Rajesh Madhavan in a supporting role
Who Directed Prakambanam?
Prakambanam is directed by Vijesh Panathur, marking his solo directorial debut. Panathur had previously co-directed the 2023 Malayalam film Nadikalil Sundari Yamuna. The screenplay is written by Sreehari Vadakkan, and the film is produced by Sreejith K. S., Kaarthekeyan S., and Sudhish N. under Navarasa Films in association with Stone Bench Studio.
Where Can You Watch Prakambanam Online?
Prakambanam will stream exclusively on ZEE5 following its theatrical run. ZEE5 is available across Android, iOS, web browsers, and smart TVs, with both free and subscription tiers offering Malayalam content. The film is expected to be accessible in Malayalam with subtitle options. An official announcement from ZEE5 confirming the premiere date is awaited and likely to come closer to the streaming launch window.