Fans of pan-Indian cinema have a new date to mark on their calendars. The highly anticipated action spectacle ‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood’, featuring superstars Mammootty and Dhanush, has officially shifted its theatrical release. Originally scheduled to hit the big screens on October 16, 2026, the film will now arrive in cinemas on November 20, 2026. The makers shared the exciting update across their social media handles, treating fans to a brand-new poster that highlights the intense pairing of the two iconic leads.
Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, who is currently riding high on the success of his recent project ‘Amaran’, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast. Joining Dhanush and Mammootty are powerhouse performers including Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela, and the legendary Naseeruddin Shah. The combination of such a massive star cast under Periasamy’s direction has already generated significant buzz among cinephiles across the country.
Behind the scenes, the film is backed by a talented technical crew. The music is composed by Sai Abhyankkar, while Ezhil Arasu K. has helmed the cinematography. Editing duties are handled by R. Kalaivanan, with production design by Art Director A. Pannerselvam. To ensure the action sequences live up to the hype, the team has roped in renowned action choreographers Yannick Ben and Kecha Khamphakdee. The project is produced by Shraddha Agrawal, Dhanush, and Azmat Jagmag.