# Mammootty and Mohanlal’s Patriot Is Coming to ZEE5 — and the Story Behind It Is More Relevant Than Ever

URL: https://technosports.co.in/mammootty-and-mohanlals-patriot-is-coming/  
Published: 2026-05-22  
Updated: 2026-05-22  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Two of Malayalam cinema’s greatest icons on screen together, in a film about surveillance, state power, and one man’s impossible choice between conscience and survival. *Patriot* is now confirmed for OTT, and if you missed it in theatres, your wait is almost over.

## **Patriot OTT Release: All the Details**

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Film | Patriot |
| OTT Platform | ZEE5 |
| OTT Release Date | June 5, 2026 |
| Theatrical Release | May 1, 2026 |
| Director | Mahesh Narayanan |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Genre | Spy Action Drama / Political Thriller |

## **What Is *Patriot* About?**

*Patriot* centres on Dr. Daniel James (Mammootty), a scientist who stumbles upon a terrifying truth — a spyware called **Periscope** is being weaponised by powerful people and a private corporation called Shakthi Solutions to surveil, blackmail, and control ordinary citizens. After a minister who warns him about the conspiracy is found dead, Daniel steals the classified data, leaks it online as the alias “Vimathan” (The Dissident), and flees to London.

![Patriot](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/patstsrr.jpg)

Two years later, he’s still fighting — through a YouTube channel and a growing resistance — backed by retired Colonel Rahim Naik and former Air Force officer Michael Devassy. The film builds to a moral reckoning: when the system refuses to be held accountable, how far does a patriot go? The ending — Daniel taking his own life using the same nerve poison used on the women whose deaths he couldn’t prevent — is quietly devastating.

It’s a story that sits squarely in the tradition of [political thriller](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Political_thriller) cinema, where the personal and the political collide to ask the hardest questions about power and conscience.

## **A Cast That Speaks for Itself**

Beyond Mammootty and Mohanlal’s rare reunion on screen, *Patriot* assembles a genuinely remarkable ensemble. Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Revathi, and Darshana Rajendran all appear in key roles — making this one of the most talent-dense Malayalam films in recent memory. Director Mahesh Narayanan, known for his sharp political instincts, wrote, directed, and co-edited the film himself, with music by Sushin Shyam.

For more Malayalam OTT releases and South Indian cinema coverage, check out our [latest Mollywood OTT roundup on TechnoSports](https://www.technosports.co.in) and our [ZEE5 Malayalam new arrivals guide](https://www.technosports.co.in) to stay on top of everything streaming this month.

## **FAQs**

### **Q: When does *Patriot* release on ZEE5?**

A: *Patriot* begins streaming on **ZEE5 from June 5, 2026**, just over a month after its May 1 theatrical debut.

### **Q: Who are the lead actors in *Patriot*?**

A: The film stars **Mammootty and Mohanlal** in the lead roles, marking a long-awaited reunion, alongside Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, and Kunchacko Boban in a powerhouse ensemble cast.