Mammootty wraps his role in Dhanush's 'Om' as release date buzz grows
Synopsis
Mammootty has wrapped his role as Karthikeyan in Dhanush's 'Om' — a film that already boasts four National Award winners on set. But the bigger story is the reported release date shake-up: the announced 16 October window is unlikely to hold, and with a franchise tagline already in place, the stakes for this big-budget action entertainer keep rising.
Key Takeaways
Mammootty completed his portions for 'Om' and returned to Kochi on 31 July , confirmed by Mammootty Kampany .
He plays a character named Karthikeyan in the Rajkumar Periasamy -directed film.
The film had 60–65% of filming completed as of the June teaser launch; a Malaysia schedule has since been completed.
The announced release date of 16 October is reportedly likely to change; a new date is expected soon.
The cast includes Dhanush , Naseeruddin Shah , Sai Pallavi , and Sreeleela ; music is by Sai Abhyankkar .
The film's tagline 'Chapter 1' signals a planned franchise.
Malayalam superstar Mammootty has completed filming his portions for the highly anticipated Tamil action entertainer 'Om', directed by Rajkumar Periasamy and led by Dhanush. The update was confirmed on 31 July by Mammootty Kampany, the actor's production house, which shared a video of Mammootty arriving back in Kochi after wrapping his schedule.
Mammootty's Role and Shoot Update
Mammootty plays a character named Karthikeyan in the film, a detail director Rajkumar Periasamy had revealed at the title teaser launch event held in June this year. At the time, Periasamy had also noted that 60 to 65 per cent of filming had been completed. The production recently included a schedule in Malaysia, reflecting the film's ambitious scale.
Notably, Mammootty had also celebrated his recent National Award win on the sets of 'Om', alongside three other National Award recipients connected to the project — Dhanush, director Rajkumar Periasamy, and editor Kalaivanan — making it a rare on-set convergence of award-winning talent.
What the Film Is About
The title teaser, released earlier, revealed that 'Om' centres on the world of red sanders woodcutters. Dhanush himself plays a woodcutter, and the teaser depicted police rounding up workers caught chopping red sanders illegally, with Dhanush's character stepping in to rescue them. The film's tagline, Chapter 1, strongly hints at a planned franchise.
Wunderbar Films head Sreyas described 'Om' as one of the biggest-budget productions of Dhanush's career, adding that it would bring back the 'mass vintage Dhanush' that fans have been waiting to see.
Star Cast and Technical Crew
Beyond Mammootty and Dhanush, the film features Bollywood veteran Naseeruddin Shah in a key role, alongside heroines Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela. The technical team includes music composer Sai Abhyankkar, cinematographer Ezhil Arasu, editor Kalaivanan R, and costume designer Kavya Sriram.
Release Date in Flux
While the makers had officially announced 16 October as the theatrical release date, sources reportedly indicate that the date is likely to change. A revised release date is expected to be announced soon, according to those close to the production. The film's scale and the remaining post-production work are believed to be factors in the potential rescheduling.
With Mammootty's portions now in the can, 'Om' edges closer to completion — and given the weight of talent assembled, industry watchers will be tracking every update on its eventual release.
Point of View
And a delayed 'Om' will enter a crowded late-2025 calendar. The red sanders backdrop is also a genuinely distinctive choice for a mass entertainer, one that could either elevate the film's credibility or narrow its commercial ceiling depending on execution.
NationPress
31 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Mammootty finished filming for 'Om'?
Yes, Mammootty completed his portions for 'Om' and returned to Kochi on 31 July, as confirmed by his production house Mammootty Kampany. He plays a character named Karthikeyan in the film.
What is the release date of Dhanush's 'Om'?
The makers had announced 16 October as the theatrical release date, but sources reportedly indicate the date is likely to change. A revised date is expected to be announced soon.
What is the story of 'Om'?
'Om' revolves around the world of red sanders woodcutters. Dhanush plays a woodcutter who rescues workers being held at gunpoint by police for illegally chopping red sanders. The film's tagline 'Chapter 1' hints at a planned sequel.
Who else is in the cast of 'Om'?
Apart from Dhanush and Mammootty, the film features Bollywood veteran Naseeruddin Shah, and heroines Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela. The film is directed by Rajkumar Periasamy.
Who are the technical crew members of 'Om'?
'Om' has music by Sai Abhyankkar, cinematography by Ezhil Arasu, editing by Kalaivanan R, and costumes by Kavya Sriram. It is produced under Wunderbar Films.
