After the success of Manjummel Boys, director Chidambaram returned with Balan: The Boy. Written by Aavesham fame Jithu Madhavan, the psychological drama thriller stars Adhisheshan K. R., Farzana Palathingal, and Muhammad Zinaan in the lead roles. The film was released in theatres on June 19, 2026.
The film is now gearing up for its OTT premiere on ZEE5 on July 31, 2026. It will be available in Malayalam along with dubbed versions in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada, making it accessible to audiences across India.
The film received positive reviews for its performances, Sushin Shyam’s music, and Shyju Khalid’s cinematography. Although some felt the second half was not as engaging, the overall response has been positive.