The ‘Hridayapoorvam’ OTT buzz has begun, and for good reason. The film, which released in theaters on 28 August 2025, marked the much-awaited Mohanlal–Sathyan Anthikad reunion and pulled strong attention right from the start. Critical response was steady: some reviews pointed out that the story leaned on familiar ground, while others appreciated the way it handled emotions. Performances, especially from Mohanlal and Sangeeth Prathap, were consistently highlighted as key strengths. At the box office, word of mouth helped Hridayapoorvam cross the ₹100 crore mark, confirming its appeal among audiences. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the Hridayapoorvam OTT release—when it’s arriving online, which platform it’s streaming on, and what to expect from the digital run. We’ll also revisit the movie’s story and take a quick look at the cast and characters before it makes its way to streaming.
Movie Synopsis:
Hridayapoorvam follows Sandeep Balakrishnan, a businessman who undergoes a heart transplant. After recovery, he remains emotionally disconnected, treating the heart as just an organ. Later, he travels to Pune to attend the engagement ceremony of Haritha, the daughter of the donor’s family. But that engagement falls apart in a dramatic twist, and Sandeep injures his back, forcing him to stay longer with Haritha’s family. Over time, his blunt worldview clashes and then blends with theirs, and he finds himself forming unexpected bonds.
OTT Release Date: When Does Hridayapoorvam OTT Go Live?
The big update is here: the Hridayapoorvam OTT release is locked for 26 September 2025. Arriving almost exactly a month after its theatrical debut, the film will now make its way to living rooms. It’s a familiar pattern—first giving theaters their run, then opening the door for a wider audience to catch it online.
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When & Where to Watch Hridayapoorvam on OTT?
The wait is over—Hridayapoorvam OTT is now streaming on Jio Hotstar in India. Along with the original Malayalam version, the film is also available in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada dubs, making it accessible to a much wider audience. Whether you prefer watching it in Malayalam or another language, the film is just a click away.
Cast & Characters:
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Mohanlal as Sandeep Balakrishnan — A wealthy, irritable businessman from Kochi who runs a successful cloud-kitchen chain. After a heart transplant, he returns to work but treats the transplant purely in medical terms, resisting any emotional connection.
- Malavika Mohanan as Haritha — Daughter of Colonel Ravindranath (the donor). She has gone through emotional upheaval with her broken engagement and meets Sandeep when he comes to Pune. Their interactions gradually pull him out of his emotional shell.
- Sangeeth Prathap as Jerry — Sandeep’s nurse and assistant. He accompanies Sandeep to Pune and adds moments of lightness to the film, both through care and comic relief.
- Sangita Madhavan Nair as Devika — Haritha’s mother, the emotional anchor in the donor’s family. She helps Sandeep engage with the emotional side of his transplant and gradual transformation.
- Siddique as Omanakuttan “O. K.” Panicker — Sandeep’s brother-in-law, part of the extended family setting that influences Sandeep post-transplant.
- Lalu Alex as Jacob — A family friend of Haritha’s, staying in Pune. He contributes to the warmth and realism of the household environment.
- Janardhanan as Chittappan, the astrologer — Another relative figure connecting both Sandeep’s side and Haritha’s side, adding cultural texture.
- Baburaj as Captain Manoj — Devika’s brother, adding to the family dynamics.
- Nishan as Kiran — Haritha’s ex-fiancé, whose earlier relationship with her sets up part of her emotional landscape.
- Sabitha Anand as Geetha — Sandeep’s elder sister and Panicker’s wife, linking him to his previous life and family ties.
- Saumya Bhagyan Pilla as “Olichodiya” Rajani Mohan — Sandeep’s ex-fiancée, appearing to show facets of his relationships before the transplant.
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Chandu Naik as Kitchen Boy — Minor but meaningful, representing Sandeep’s professional world.
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Faheem B as Stranger — A small role used for situational effect rather than plot-driving.
Cameo Appearances:
- Basil Joseph as Dr. Manu Rameshan — Brief but memorable appearance.
- Meera Jasmine — Plays the girl with whom Sandeep falls in love in a cameo.
- Althaf Salim — Appears as a film actor in a cameo.
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Antony Perumbavoor — Appears as himself.
- Anoop Sathyan — Plays a bus passenger/wedding guest.
Behind the camera, Sathyan Anthikad directs; Sonu T. P. wrote the screenplay from a story by Akhil Sathyan, with music by Justin Prabhakaran.
