What is the OTT release date of Aasha in India?

Aasha has a digital release date of 16 October 2026 in India, and TMDB's release data names ZEE5 as the platform. As of 22 October 2026 JustWatch does not list it on ZEE5 yet, so check the ZEE5 app for availability.

Where can I watch Aasha in India?

Aasha released in Indian theatres on 11 September 2026. For streaming, TMDB's release data lists a digital release on ZEE5 from 16 October 2026; JustWatch has not listed it yet as of 22 October 2026.

Who is in the cast of Aasha?

Urvashi plays Aasha and Joju George plays Jeemon. They are joined by Aishwarya Lekshmi, Vijayaraghavan, Ramesh Girija, Amrutha Krishnakumar, Joy Mathew, Prashant Madhavan, Shari and Kottayam Ramesh. The film is directed by Safar Sanal.

What is the runtime and certification of Aasha?

Aasha runs 127 minutes (about 2 hours 7 minutes) and is certified U/A 16+ in India.

What is Aasha's box office collection, and is it worth watching?

Box office figures for Aasha have not been made available in our data, and there are not yet enough audience ratings for a Drama4U Score.

Aasha (2026): Cast, OTT Release Date & Where to Watch

Aasha (2026) Synopsis: A Minor Accident, A Major Clash

Aasha (Malayalam: ആശ) is a thriller-drama built around one combustible encounter. At its centre is Aasha (Urvashi), a widow with a stubborn streak and a short fuse who rarely backs down.

Her path crosses with Jeemon (Joju George), a man whose temper can flare without warning, after what should have been a minor road accident. The two do not exchange a quick apology and move on. Instead, the incident turns into a tense, heated face-off between two people equally unwilling to give ground.

The film draws its tension from that small collision. It pits two strong-willed personalities against each other and shows how quickly an ordinary moment on the road can spiral.

The supporting cast includes Aishwarya Lekshmi as Anagha, Vijayaraghavan as Santhosh, Ramesh Girija as Asif, Amrutha Krishnakumar as Dr. Dhanya and Prashant Madhavan as SI Manoj Kurian. Running 127 minutes, Aasha keeps its focus on the clash between its title character and Jeemon, a premise that points to a grounded, character-driven thriller.

Aasha — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

What Makes Aasha Notable: Cast, Director and Writers

Lead pairing: The film places Urvashi and Joju George opposite each other as two volatile, headstrong characters, with the story driven by the friction between them.
Director: Aasha is directed by Safar Sanal.
Writers who also act: The screenplay is credited to Joju George, Ramesh Girija and Safar Sanal. Joju George plays Jeemon and Ramesh Girija plays Asif, so two of the writers also appear on screen.
Ensemble cast: Besides the leads, the cast includes Aishwarya Lekshmi, Vijayaraghavan, Ramesh Girija, Amrutha Krishnakumar, Joy Mathew, Prashant Madhavan, Shari and Kottayam Ramesh.
Genre and origin: An Indian Malayalam-language thriller-drama produced by Ajith Vinayaka Films Pvt Ltd.
Certification and runtime: Rated U/A 16+ in India, with a runtime of 127 minutes (about 2 hours 7 minutes).

Who Will Enjoy Aasha

Viewers looking for new Malayalam movies in the thriller-drama space
Fans of Urvashi and Joju George who want to see them in a confrontational setup
Audiences who prefer character-driven tension over large-scale action
Anyone drawn to stories where an everyday incident escalates into conflict
Followers of Aishwarya Lekshmi, Vijayaraghavan and the wider ensemble

Aasha Release Date and Where to Watch in India

Theatrical (box office) release date in India: 11 September 2026, certified U/A 16+.
Digital/OTT release date in India: 16 October 2026, certified U/A 16+.
Streaming platform: TMDB’s release data names ZEE5 for the 16 October 2026 digital release. As of 22 October 2026 JustWatch does not yet list Aasha on ZEE5 India, so check the ZEE5 app for availability. Drama4U will update this page when the listing appears.
Trailer: An official trailer for Aasha is available.
Language: Malayalam.

Trailer

Cast

Urvashias Aasha
Joju Georgeas Jeemon
Aishwarya Lekshmias Anagha
Vijayaraghavanas Santhosh
Ramesh Girijaas Asif
Amrutha Krishnakumaras Dr. Dhanya
Joy Mathewas Varkey
Prashant Madhavanas SI Manoj Kurian

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

What is the OTT release date of Aasha in India?: Aasha has a digital release date of 16 October 2026 in India, and TMDB's release data names ZEE5 as the platform. As of 22 October 2026 JustWatch does not list it on ZEE5 yet, so check the ZEE5 app for availability.
Where can I watch Aasha in India?: Aasha released in Indian theatres on 11 September 2026. For streaming, TMDB's release data lists a digital release on ZEE5 from 16 October 2026; JustWatch has not listed it yet as of 22 October 2026.
Who is in the cast of Aasha?: Urvashi plays Aasha and Joju George plays Jeemon. They are joined by Aishwarya Lekshmi, Vijayaraghavan, Ramesh Girija, Amrutha Krishnakumar, Joy Mathew, Prashant Madhavan, Shari and Kottayam Ramesh. The film is directed by Safar Sanal.
What is the runtime and certification of Aasha?: Aasha runs 127 minutes (about 2 hours 7 minutes) and is certified U/A 16+ in India.
What is Aasha's box office collection, and is it worth watching?: Box office figures for Aasha have not been made available in our data, and there are not yet enough audience ratings for a Drama4U Score.

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