Delivery Boy Tamil film release date shifted to November 27
Synopsis
Director Nani’s Tamil emotional action film Delivery Boy, starring Leo Sivakumar and Radhika Sarathkumar, has pushed its release from 23 October to 27 November 2026. Shot entirely in Chennai and Coimbatore in just 42 days, the working-class drama follows a delivery boy’s battle to save his mother — and is now set for a Diwali-adjacent arrival in cinemas.
Key Takeaways
Delivery Boy will now release worldwide on 27 November 2026 , shifted from its original date of 23 October 2026 .
The film stars Leo Sivakumar , Brigida , and Radhika Sarathkumar , directed by Nani .
Shooting wrapped in December 2025 after a compact 42-day schedule in Chennai and Coimbatore .
The film is produced by Amutha Leoni under banner Asasi Creations , with music by Sundaramoorthy .
The story centres on a lower-middle-class delivery boy trying to save his mother, described as an emotional action entertainer.
Tamil film Delivery Boy, directed by Nani and featuring Leo Sivakumar, Brigida, and Radhika Sarathkumar in the lead roles, is now set for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 November 2026, the makers have confirmed. The film had earlier been scheduled to open on 23 October 2026, making this a rescheduling of roughly five weeks.
New Release Date Announced
Actor Leo Sivakumar made the announcement via a post on X timed to coincide with Diwali celebrations. In his post, he wrote: “While the whole world is busy celebrating Diwali, this Delivery Boy’s little world is right there… in his mother’s loving lap! Because behind every delivery, there’s a heart, a dream and a family waiting. Happy Diwali to all! Wishing everyone love, happiness and light. Get ready to experience the emotions, love and journey of DELIVERY BOY on the BIG SCREEN from November 27! See you in theatres!”
The announcement extends anticipation for a project that completed its shoot in December 2025, with the production team having previously confirmed post-production was progressing at a brisk pace.
What the Film Is About
Director Nani — who trained as an assistant director under renowned filmmaker Suseenthiran — has described Delivery Boy as an emotional action entertainer centred on a hardworking young man striving to save his ailing mother. “If I have to briefly give you an idea of what the film is all about, it is about the efforts made by a hardworking delivery boy looking to save his mother. The hero of the story comes from a lower middle class family and the story will revolve around his efforts to save his mother. It will be a gripping story that will keep audiences hooked to the screen from the beginning to end,” the director said.
The film was shot entirely in Chennai and Coimbatore over a remarkably compact schedule of just 42 days, according to sources close to the unit.
Cast and Technical Team
Beyond the principal trio of Leo Sivakumar, Brigida, and Radhika Sarathkumar, the film features a supporting ensemble including actors Dushyanth, Kaali Venkat, and Bose Venkat. The film is produced by Amutha Leoni under the banner Asasi Creations.
The technical crew includes music by Sundaramoorthy, cinematography by Prasanna Kumar, editing by Vasanth, dialogues by Nanda Mani Vasagam, stunt choreography by Phoenix Prabhu, and art direction by Suresh Kalyani.
What to Watch For
With post-production reportedly complete and dubbing finished, Delivery Boy is expected to roll out promotional material and theatrical trailers ahead of its 27 November 2026 release. The film’s working-class emotional hook and the presence of veteran actor Radhika Sarathkumar are likely to drive family audience interest in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
Point of View
The film has a narrow but real window in the late-November slate. The real test will be whether the promotional campaign, now compressed, can build enough awareness in under three weeks.
NationPress
9 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Delivery Boy releasing in theatres?
Delivery Boy is now scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 November 2026. The film was originally slated to release on 23 October 2026 before the date was pushed back.
Who are the lead actors in Delivery Boy?
The film stars Leo Sivakumar, Brigida, and Radhika Sarathkumar in the lead roles, with supporting performances by Dushyanth, Kaali Venkat, and Bose Venkat.
What is Delivery Boy about?
Delivery Boy follows a hardworking young man from a lower-middle-class family who strives to save his ailing mother. Director Nani has described it as an emotional action entertainer with a gripping narrative.
Where was Delivery Boy filmed?
The film was shot entirely in Chennai and Coimbatore over a schedule of just 42 days, according to sources close to the unit. Shooting wrapped in December 2025.
Who is directing Delivery Boy and who produced it?
Delivery Boy is directed by Nani, who previously worked as an assistant director under filmmaker Suseenthiran. It is produced by Amutha Leoni under the banner Asasi Creations.
