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Dawood OTT Release Date
Dawood is slated to premiere on OTT on December 19, 2025, just a few weeks after its theatrical release on November 14, 2025. That timing fits the current pattern for mid-budget Tamil crime thrillers tight theatre window, then a quick jump to streaming while the buzz is still warm. For viewers who skipped the big screen or just prefer the comfort of home, this makes Dawood’s OTT release a neat year-end watch.
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The story follows a regular cab driver whose life flips overnight after what seems like a simple delivery job, dragging him into a mess of rival gangs and an unseen underworld kingpin named Dawood. That mix of crime, dark comedy, and thriller elements tends to land well on streaming, where word of mouth can slowly build instead of relying on opening weekend numbers alone.
With its OTT release date fixed, the film sits in a good slot to catch holiday viewership, especially among Tamil audiences and crime-comedy fans looking for something that feels gritty but still entertaining.
Dawood Cast and Crew Members
Dawood features an ensemble Tamil cast led by Saraa Aachar, Arjai, Sai Dheena, Linga Dheenadayalan, Dileepan and several supporting performers from the Chennai circuit. The casting leans more into strong character actors than typical star vehicles, which suits a story that lives in dim streets, cramped apartments, and backseat conversations rather than glossy song sequences. Names like Linga and Sai Dheena are familiar to viewers who follow Tamil crime dramas; they’ve frequently appeared as gang members, cops, or morally grey side characters.
The film is written and directed by Prashanth Raman, with production handled by Suma Maheshwari under the banner of TURM Production. That kind of single-writer–director setup often gives crime comedies a sharper, more coherent tone one brain steering both the jokes and the tension.
Music is composed by Rakesh Ambigapathy, whose background work helps set the mood for chase scenes and underworld showdowns, while RK. Srinath takes care of editing, keeping the runtime to about 122 minutes. That sub-2h10 length is usually ideal for OTT viewers: long enough to feel like a full meal, short enough to finish on a weekday night without checking the clock.
When and Where to Watch?
Dawood will be available to watch on Lionsgate Play from December 19, 2025, following its theatrical run in India that began on November 14, 2025. Lionsgate Play has picked up the digital streaming rights, positioning the film as part of its growing South Indian slate, which often mixes crime, action, and offbeat comedies. For viewers in India, a Lionsgate Play subscription (either standalone or via partner bundles, depending on the region and telecom offers) will be required to stream the film legally in high quality.
The movie is a Tamil-language crime comedy thriller, so expect an audio track primarily in Tamil, with the usual possibility of subtitles in English and other regional languages depending on how Lionsgate configures the release.
Typically, the platform rolls out such titles across its app, website, and partner smart TV integrations on the same day, so Dawood should appear in the “New Releases” or “Trending in India” rows pretty quickly. For those tracking it from the theatre days or who heard about the “cab driver versus invisible don” premise from friends, December 19 on Lionsgate Play is the date to circle.
Disclaimer:
This information is based on currently available reports and may be subject to change. OTT release dates, platforms, ratings, and availability can vary by region and over time. Viewers should verify details on the official Lionsgate Play app or website before planning to watch the film.
