# Your Malayalam OTT Watchlist This Week (April 2026): Velleppam, Hey Balwanth & Mrithyunjay — Don’t Miss These 3 Gems!

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Published: 2026-03-31  
Updated: 2026-03-31  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Weekend sorted! If you’re a fan of [Malayalam cinema](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malayalam_cinema) — known globally for its gritty, real, and genre-defying storytelling — this week’s OTT lineup is genuinely exciting. From heartfelt rom-coms to investigative thrillers, there’s something for every mood. Let’s dive in!

## This Week’s Malayalam OTT Releases

| # | Movie | Genre | Platform | Streaming Date |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | **Velleppam** | Romantic Comedy Drama | SunNXT | April 3, 2026 |
| 2 | **Hey Balwanth** (Mal. dub) | Comedy Drama | ZEE5 | March 31, 2026 |
| 3 | **Mrithyunjay** (Mal. dub) | Action Thriller | Netflix | April 3, 2026 |

## 1. Velleppam — A Rom-Com With a Conscience

**Cast:** Akshay Radakrishnan, Noorin Shereef, Shine Tom Chacko, Roma Asrani | **Director:** Praveen Raj Pookkadan | **Runtime:** 2 hrs 7 mins

Meet Josemon — a lovable slacker whose sister Sarah has quietly sacrificed her dreams to keep the family afloat. But when Kaleena, a free-spirited artist arrives in town to paint the local church, Josemon’s comfortable bubble begins to crack. Throw in a watchful local politician, and you have a warm yet surprisingly layered self-discovery story. It’s the kind of film that sneaks up on your emotions while keeping you entertained throughout.

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## 2. Hey Balwanth (Malayalam Dub) — A Son’s Journey to Prove His Worth

**Cast:** Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, Naresh, Vennela Kishore | **Director:** Gopi Atchara | **Runtime:** 2 hrs 14 mins

Krishna is a well-educated young man who wants to take over his father’s business — but his father refuses, pushing him to earn his stripes first. Krishna joins an NGO, falls in love with its manager Mithra, and just as life feels perfect, a family health crisis forces him to step up sooner than expected. It’s a relatable, heartwarming comedy-drama about ambition, love, and growing up.

## 3. Mrithyunjay (Malayalam Dub) — An Unlikely Reporter Unravels a Dark Mystery

**Cast:** Sree Vishnu, Reba Monica John, Sudharshan | **Director:** Sri Hussain Sha Kiran | **Runtime:** 2 hrs 2 mins

Jay is an ambitious journalist stuck doing obituary ads — far from the crime-beat glory he dreams of. But when a routine visit to secure an advertisement reveals something deeply suspicious about a death, Jay goes full investigator mode. What begins as curiosity soon pulls him into a dangerous web. Sree Vishnu’s charm and the film’s tense build-up make this one a worthy thriller watch.

For more South Indian OTT updates and entertainment news, check out our [latest streaming coverage at TechnoSports](https://www.technosports.co.in) and our [South Indian cinema section](https://www.technosports.co.in) for reviews, trailers, and release date updates you won’t want to miss.

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch Velleppam and Mrithyunjay online?**

 Velleppam streams on SunNXT from April 3, 2026, while Mrithyunjay (Malayalam dub) is available on Netflix from the same date.

### **Q: Is Hey Balwanth available in Malayalam?**

Yes! Hey Balwanth is streaming in its Malayalam-dubbed version on ZEE5 from March 31, 2026 — available to watch right now.