When did Baththa release in theatres in India?

Baththa released in Indian cinemas on 1 October 2026 with a U/A 13+ certificate.

What is the Baththa OTT release date?

As of 23 October 2026, a streaming or digital release for Baththa is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data.

Who is in the cast of Baththa?

Vijay Sethupathi plays the title role of Bathvachalam 'Baththa'. He is joined by Lijomol Jose, Sai Prithviraj, Sahasra Sree, Santhy Balachandran, Arjun Chidambaram, Hari Krishnan, Ajay Ghosh, Deepa Venkat and Ramya Pandian. The film is written and directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan.

What is the runtime of Baththa?

Baththa runs 159 minutes, which is about 2 hours and 39 minutes. It is in Tamil.

Baththa (2026): Cast, Release Date & Where to Watch in India

Baththa Synopsis: What Is the Story About?

The year is 1986, and the city is still called Madras. At the centre of Baththa (Tamil: பத்தா) is an eight-year-old boy who is shy and easily frightened. Through a simple accident, he locks a dreaded gangster inside the toilet of an abandoned school building. With no easy way out, the trapped man has to sit with things his reputation usually lets him avoid: an empty stomach, long stretches of isolation and a fragility he rarely shows anyone.

The heart of the film is what slowly grows between these two mismatched people. One is a child who is scared of the world, and the other is a man the world is scared of. Their connection develops in the most unlikely of places. Writer-director Balaji Tharaneetharan blends drama, comedy and action around this small, contained setup, set against the backdrop of 1980s Madras. The film runs 159 minutes and is presented in Tamil.

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

What Makes Baththa Notable: Cast, Director and Context

Vijay Sethupathi in the title role: He plays Bathvachalam, better known as ‘Baththa’, and the film is named after his character.
Supporting cast: Lijomol Jose plays Kannima and Sai Prithviraj plays Sabari. Sahasra Sree appears as Thenmozhi ‘Thenu’, and Santhy Balachandran plays Selvi. Arjun Chidambaram (Jyoti), Hari Krishnan (Thirunavukarasu), Ajay Ghosh (Konda), Deepa Venkat (Konda’s wife) and Ramya Pandian (Jayanthi) round out the ensemble.
Writer-director: Balaji Tharaneetharan wrote and directed the film.
Production: The film is produced by A for Apple Studios, Cine1 Studios and Star Studios.
Genre mix: Baththa combines drama, comedy and action, built around a period setting and a striking central premise.
Origin: It is an Indian Tamil-language production and one of the new Tamil movies of 2026.

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Who Will Enjoy Baththa?

Fans of Vijay Sethupathi who enjoy seeing him lead character-driven stories
Viewers who like Tamil films that mix humour and emotion with some action
Anyone drawn to period settings, especially stories set in 1980s Madras
Audiences who enjoy unusual bonds between a child and an adult
Families with teenagers, since the film carries a U/A 13+ certificate in India

Baththa Release Date and Where to Watch in India

Theatrical release in India: Baththa released in cinemas in India on 1 October 2026. This is also its worldwide release date. The film is certified U/A 13+ in India.

OTT release date: As of 23 October 2026, a digital or streaming release for Baththa is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data. It is also not yet listed on any Indian OTT platform, such as Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 or SonyLIV. Check back on this page for updates once a streaming date appears.

Box office: Box office figures for Baththa are not included in our current data.

Trailer: An official trailer is available.

Trailer

Cast

Vijay Sethupathias Bathvachalam 'Baththa'
Lijomol Joseas Kannima
Sai Prithvirajas Sabari
Sahasra Sreeas Thenmozhi 'Thenu'
Santhy Balachandranas Selvi
Arjun Chidambaramas Jyoti
Hari Krishnanas Thirunavukarasu
Ajay Ghoshas Konda

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When did Baththa release in theatres in India?: Baththa released in Indian cinemas on 1 October 2026 with a U/A 13+ certificate.
What is the Baththa OTT release date?: As of 23 October 2026, a streaming or digital release for Baththa is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data.
Where can I watch Baththa in India?: Baththa released in theatres on 1 October 2026. An Indian OTT platform such as Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 or SonyLIV is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 23 October 2026.
Who is in the cast of Baththa?: Vijay Sethupathi plays the title role of Bathvachalam 'Baththa'. He is joined by Lijomol Jose, Sai Prithviraj, Sahasra Sree, Santhy Balachandran, Arjun Chidambaram, Hari Krishnan, Ajay Ghosh, Deepa Venkat and Ramya Pandian. The film is written and directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan.
What is the runtime of Baththa?: Baththa runs 159 minutes, which is about 2 hours and 39 minutes. It is in Tamil.

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