Dhanush, Mammootty's 'Om' final schedule underway in Malaysia
Synopsis
'Om: Chapter 1' is entering its final lap — with Dhanush and Mammootty shooting in Malaysia, Naseeruddin Shah freshly on board, and a possible release date change looming. A franchise-tagged, high-budget red sanders saga featuring Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela, this is shaping up as one of Tamil cinema's biggest bets of 2026.
Key Takeaways
The final schedule of Dhanush and Mammootty 's 'Om' has reportedly begun in Malaysia .
The previously announced release date of 16 October 2026 is likely to be revised, per industry sources.
Veteran Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah has joined the cast, confirmed by Wunderbar Films .
The film also stars Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela , with music by Sai Abhyankkar .
The title carries a 'Chapter 1' tagline, indicating a planned sequel or franchise.
The film is co-produced by Wunderbar Films and R Take Studios , and is described as one of the biggest-budget projects of Dhanush's career.
Dhanush and Mammootty's much-anticipated action entertainer 'Om', directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, has reportedly entered its final shooting schedule in Malaysia, according to sources close to the production. The development signals that the pan-India biggie — also known as D55 — is in its closing stages, even as questions swirl over its previously announced 16 October 2026 release date.
Final Schedule Kicks Off in Malaysia
Sources close to the unit confirmed that the final schedule got underway on Sunday in Malaysia. Lending credibility to the reports, video clips of Dhanush signing autographs for fans in Malaysia began circulating widely on social media, suggesting the team is indeed shooting on location.
While the makers had officially announced 16 October 2026 as the theatrical release date, industry sources claim the date is likely to be revised. A fresh release date is expected to be announced shortly, they add.
Naseeruddin Shah Joins the Cast
Just days before the Malaysia schedule began, production house Wunderbar Films — headed by Dhanush — welcomed veteran Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah to the film's ensemble. The announcement was made via social media, with Wunderbar Films writing: 'A strong addition to the world of #OM. The veteran #NaseeruddinShah on board the mega biggie. Coming to cinemas worldwide on October 16th 2026.'
Shah joins a cast that already includes Mammootty, Sai Pallavi, and Sreeleela — making 'Om' one of the most star-studded South Indian productions in recent years.
What the Film Is About
The title teaser released earlier offered the first glimpse into the film's world: the story revolves around red sanders woodcutters, with Dhanush himself playing a woodcutter. The teaser depicted police personnel rounding up workers caught chopping red sanders illegally, before Dhanush's character steps in to rescue them.
Notably, the film carries the tagline 'Chapter 1', strongly hinting at a planned franchise. Wunderbar Films head Sreyas, speaking at the title teaser launch, described 'Om' as one of the biggest-budget films of Dhanush's career and promised a return to the 'mass vintage Dhanush' that fans have long wanted to see.
Crew and Production Details
Behind the camera, music is composed by Sai Abhyankkar, with cinematography by Ezhil Arasu, editing by Kalaivanan R, and costumes by Kavya Sriram. The film is being co-produced by Wunderbar Films and R Take Studios, which joined the project recently.
Mammootty's induction into the project was celebrated by Wunderbar Films with a post that read: 'When the Big M chooses a story, it becomes history. Super excited to welcome Megastar @mammukka onboard #D55!'
With the final schedule now underway and a revised release date expected soon, 'Om: Chapter 1' is shaping up as one of the most closely watched Tamil releases of 2026.
Point of View
High-reward gamble at a time when Tamil cinema is still recalibrating after a string of big-budget underperformers. The casting of Mammootty and Naseeruddin Shah alongside Dhanush signals an aggressive pan-India play, but the reported revision of the October release date raises questions about whether the production is running behind schedule. The red sanders backdrop is a politically charged subject in South India, and how the film navigates that terrain will be as closely watched as its box-office numbers.
NationPress
12 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is 'Om' currently being filmed?
The final schedule of 'Om' is reportedly underway in Malaysia, according to sources close to the production. Videos of Dhanush interacting with fans in Malaysia have also surfaced on social media, lending credibility to the reports.
Who is in the cast of Dhanush's 'Om'?
The film stars Dhanush and Mammootty in the lead roles, with Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela as the female leads. Veteran Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah has also recently joined the cast.
Will 'Om' release on October 16, 2026?
The makers had officially announced 16 October 2026 as the release date, but industry sources claim the date is likely to change. A revised date is expected to be announced soon.
Who is producing 'Om'?
The film is co-produced by Wunderbar Films — Dhanush's production house — and R Take Studios, which recently joined the project. It is directed by Rajkumar Periasamy and is described as one of the biggest-budget films of Dhanush's career.
