The Malayalam film that marked the first hit of 2024 is set to premiere on OTT soon. ‘Abraham Ozler,’ starring Jayaram, is a psychological medical crime thriller directed and co-produced by Midhun Manuel Thomas, with Dr. Randheer Krishnan as the writer.
The film features a cast, which includes Anaswara Rajan, Arjun Ashokan, Senthil Krishna, and others in leading roles, with Mammootty in an extended cameo. Originally slated for a theatrical release on December 25, 2023, ‘Abraham Ozler’ was rescheduled to January 11, 2024, coinciding with Makar Sankranti holidays.
The narrative throws spotlight on the personal and professional lives of veteran cop ACP Abraham Ozler, who investigates a serial killing case. While the film garnered mixed reviews for its predictable plot and generic thriller narrative, the performances of the cast, especially by Jayaram, and Midhun’s musical score enhanced the appeal of ‘Abraham Ozler.’
Despite facing criticism for the screenplay and direction, the film excelled at the box office, emerging as Jayaram’s highest-grossing film to date.
Generally, Malayalam films will be on OTT after 4 weeks of theatrical release. So, as per the buzz going around among fans, ‘Abraham Ozler’ might release on Amazon Prime Video, tentatively on February 9. As we await the official confirmation, stay tuned for the latest updates on ‘Abraham Ozler.’