Indian 2 OTT release date: Kamal Hassan’s sequel to hit Netflix in August

The long-awaited sequel to Shankar’s 1996 Tamil classic Indian has finally arrived, with Indian 2 officially hitting the screens on July 12. Directed by Shankar and starring Kamal Hassan, the film also features Rakul Preet Singh, Sidharth, Kajal Aggarwal, and Priya Bhavani Shankar in prominent roles. Produced by Subaskaran Allirajah’s Lyca Productions and Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Red Giant Movies, the movie centres on an ageing freedom fighter combating corruption in contemporary India.

Indian 2 OTT release and premiere date

Despite mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike, with Kamal Hassan’s performance receiving praise while the storyline faced criticism, anticipation for the film’s OTT release is high. The digital rights for Indian 2 have been acquired by Netflix, with the film expected to premiere on the platform in August. The exact release date on Netflix has not yet been confirmed, but the announcement has generated significant interest.

Box office performance

At the box office, Indian 2 has made a substantial impact, amassing ₹150 crore as of Thursday. The film was released in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, and its wide release included multiple formats such as 2D, IMAX, and 4DX. The advance bookings were impressive, with the film earning ₹6.88 crore before its official release. On its first day, over 3.88 lakh tickets were sold, highlighting the strong demand for Kamal Hassan’s return to the big screen.

Film’s plot and reception

The sequel continues the narrative of the original film, depicting the story of a freedom fighter battling against the prevailing corruption in modern India. Kamal Hassan reprises his role as the vigilante Senapathy, whose signature handcuffed hands with a twisted finger feature prominently in the movie’s promotional material.

Music for Indian 2 was composed by Aniruddh Ravichander, who recently gained acclaim for his work on Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. Despite the film’s mixed reception, its strong box office performance and upcoming OTT release are set to maintain its visibility and audience engagement.