Tamil horror movie lovers are in for a treat as ‘Sabdham,’ starring Aadhi Pinisetty, has been released on OTT this week. The movie helmed by Arivazhagan Venkatachalam is now streaming on ZEE5. The movie had its theatrical release in February 2025, and after a long wait, it is now on OTT for people to enjoy while relaxing at home.
Aadhi and Arivazhagan reunited after ‘Eeram’
‘Sabdham’ is another Aadhi film directed by Arivazhagan, their previous collaboration was the blockbuster ‘Eeram,’ which garnered both critical and commercial acclaim. While ‘Eeram’ became a big hit, ‘Sabdham’ only managed to get a passable reception from the audience. Its arrival on OTT platforms should broaden the film’s audience, particularly among horror enthusiasts who might have overlooked it during its theatrical run.
A supernatural investigation set in a haunted medical college
Ruben, a paranormal investigator, is summoned to look into a string of fatalities at the college. When a series of mysterious student deaths occurs, Ruben, along with a skeptical doctor, investigates the college’s true evil and uncovers shocking truths, making it an intriguing horror thriller despite its supernatural elements.
‘Sabdham’ OTT release attracts horror fans
Along with Aadhi, the film features Lakshmi Menon, Simran, Laila, Redin Kingsley, M. S. Bhaskar, and Rajiv Menon in key roles. The film’s background score and sound design are said to enhance the horror experience, and many viewers recommend watching it with headphones for a better effect. With its OTT release, ‘Sabdham’ is expected to attract a new set of viewers, especially youngsters who enjoy supernatural thrillers.
What’s next for Aadhi
Aadhi Pinisetty has announced ‘Maragadha Nanayam 2,’ a sequel to his previous collaboration with ARK Saravanan. The shooting of the film is progressing steadily, and the sequel brings the main stars from the prequel along with new additions.
