“Dridam” Review: A Cliché-Ridden Thriller That Redeems Itself In The Final Act

If you skipped “Dridam” in theaters, here’s the honest verdict before you hit play on OTT. “Dridam,” starring Shane Nigam in the lead role and directed by Martin Joseph Tharakunnel, was released in theatres on May 8, 2026, and is now available for streaming online.

The setup follows a familiar but promising path: the film follows Vijay Radhakrishnan, a newly recruited officer who takes charge of a peaceful hill station with no significant criminal history — an ideal posting for a newcomer, until a series of gruesome incidents begin testing his efficiency as illegal activities rise.

So, does it deliver? “Dridam” is built on a rather flimsy concept and uneven narration, but the climax delivers a level of satisfaction that elevates the overall experience, relying heavily on a climactic twist that’s difficult to predict until the very end. Shane Nigam also convincingly portrays the naivety of his character through his body language and performance, with several supporting actors delivering reasonably satisfying performances.

That said, the journey there isn’t smooth. The film struggles with inconsistent storytelling, weak dialogue writing that drags conversations on unnecessarily, and shallow, underdeveloped characters — and its technical aspects fail to leave a lasting impression.

The final word? Despite its shortcomings, “Dridam” has enough going for it to keep an average viewer mildly engaged, though it lacks the freshness a mystery thriller needs to fully captivate even on OTT.

Dridam: Overview

If you’re a fan of mystery thrillers as a genre, “Dridam” might still be worth a watch purely for its ending, even if the build-up feels familiar.

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