Uyir OTT Release: Stream Roshan Mathew’s Crime Thriller from August 4 on JioHotstar

After a modest run in theatres starting June 26, 2026, the Malayalam crime drama Uyir is finally gearing up for its digital debut. The buzz around the film has been steady, and now the makers have put a date on the calendar: August 4, 2026, on JioHotstar.

Yes, you read that right – JioHotstar will host the film, and it won’t be limited to just Malayalam speakers. In a bid to reach pan‑Indian audiences, the platform will stream the movie in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada as well. A quick scroll through the official JioHotstar socials confirmed the launch, with the caption, “Inspired by true events. Driven by justice. ‘Uyir’ on JioHotstar from August 4.”

For those wondering what the fuss is about, here’s a quick refresher. Uyir follows the rookie sub‑inspector Ajeeb Rahman (played by Roshan Mathew) who is posted at the Dharmadam police station in Kannur. His latest case begins with the grim discovery of a decomposed woman’s body in an abandoned well. What looks like a simple suicide soon spirals into a tangled web of secrets, spanning multiple states and pulling Ajeeb into a personal crisis that mirrors the mystery he’s trying to solve.

The film draws its inspiration from real incidents recounted by a veteran police officer, lending an unsettling authenticity to the narrative. As Ajeeb, aided by his assistant Joy, pieces together clues – a distinctive tattoo, an estranged husband, and a series of overlapping crimes – the story dovetails his own hidden past with the quest for justice.

Roshan Mathew leads an ensemble cast that includes Baiju Santhosh, Saiyami Kher, Shruthy Menon, Vinod Sagar, Vineeth Thattil, Divya M. Nair, Shaju Sreedhar, Athulya Chandra, Shrikant Murali, Mahesh Shetty and Santhosh Thrivikraman. Behind the camera, director M Padmakumar shapes the thriller, while the screenplay is penned by Shaji Maarad and Nikhil K Menon. The story is anchored in the experiences of police officer Anshad, whose real‑life encounters inspired the plot.

Music lovers will recognize the haunting background score by Charles Nazareth and Manikandan Ayyappa, and the visual tone is captured by cinematographer Ajay David Kachappilly. Ranjan Abraham’s crisp editing keeps the tension tight throughout.

So, mark your calendars. Whether you’re a fan of gritty investigations, enjoy strong performances, or simply love regional cinema with a universal appeal, Uyir will be ready to stream on JioHotstar from August 4. Grab some popcorn, settle in, and let the mystery unfold right in your living room.