Tovino Thomas' Narivetta's OTT streaming date and why you shouldn’t miss watching the film
With stellar performances, especially by Tovino Thomas as a conflicted police officer, and a tight, emotionally charged narrative, the film will soon be available on OTT platforms.
Narivetta, the gripping Malayalam political drama starring Tovino Thomas, is ready for its digital debut following a triumphant theatrical run. The Anuraj Manohar-directed movie will be available for streaming on SonyLiv starting on July 11, 2025. Here are some reasons to add this captivating movie to your watch list.
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Viewers are taken deep into Wayanad's forests by Narivetta, where tribal communities demonstrate against the government's protracted land distribution process. Tragic outcomes result from the agitation turning into a police crackdown. The story, which was written by Abin Joseph, is tight and intense from beginning to end.
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Tovino gives a multi-layered performance as young police officer Varghese, alternating between a man torn between empathy and guilt and an aggressive law enforcer. His performance stabilises the movie and gives an already tumultuous story more emotional depth.
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Strong performers like Suraj Venjaramoodu and Tamil actor-director Cheran, who is making his Malayalam debut, are also featured in the movie. Despite having little on-screen time, Arya Salim makes an impression as the fervent activist C.K. Shanthi. Shahi Kabir, Nandhu, and Priyamvada Krishnan also provide a lot of support.
Narivetta resonates with real-life parallels such as the Muthanga tribal agitation, despite not being based on a specific event. The movie stays away from cliches and presents a realistic and complex view of the demonstrators and the participating police.
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Jakes Bejoy's eerie background score for the movie heightens the suspense, and Sid Sriram and Sithara's vocals on the catchy song Minnalvala provide emotional contrast. Editor Shameer Muhammad ensures the story is tight and captivating, while cinematographer Vijay skillfully captures the intricate landscapes and unfiltered emotions.
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Narivetta is a must-see drama that combines realism, emotion, and powerful performances into an engrossing cinematic package, regardless of your preference for socially conscious films or Tovino Thomas' developing style. Experience one of the most thought-provoking films of the year in Malayalam cinema by streaming it starting on July 11.
