Director Shaji Kailas, who is famous for his action-packed Malayalam movies, made an interesting turn with Hunt. While he is mostly known for delivering high-voltage thrillers, Hunt marks one of his rare attempts at horror. Previously, Kailas had touched the genre with Dhrona 2010, which mixed action, comedy, family drama, and horror. But with Hunt, he dives deeper into the horror world, offering a more focused take on supernatural suspense.
Though the film didn’t receive glowing reviews when it hit theatres, its upcoming OTT release might give it a second chance to connect with viewers. Many films that didn’t do well at the box office have found success online, and Hunt could be one of them.
Hunt Malayalam Movie Plot Summary
Hunt centers around a young woman who is studying forensic medicine. Her quiet, academic life is shaken when the body of a woman is found — buried in concrete and dumped in a river. This gruesome discovery marks the beginning of a series of strange events. She starts to feel a mysterious, possibly ghostly presence around her.
Unable to ignore her instincts, she begins investigating the case on her own. As she searches for answers — who the victim was, why she was killed, and who the murderer is — she gets pulled into a dark and unsettling world. The story slowly unravels into a chilling mystery that blends forensic science with horror elements.
Hunt Malayalam Movie OTT Release Date and Platform
Hunt was released in theatres on August 23, 2024. After nine months, the movie is now all set for its digital premiere. The horror-thriller will be available to stream on Manorama Max from May 23, 2025. For those who prefer Amazon Prime Video, the film will be released there a few weeks later.
This digital release is expected to bring the film to a wider audience. Fans of horror and mystery genres might finally discover what they missed in theatres.
Hunt Malayalam Movie Cast and Crew
Hunt features a strong ensemble cast led by Bhavana, known for her powerful performances. She is joined by Dain Davis, Ajmal Ameer, Biju Pappan, Renji Panicker, Nandhu, Divya M. Nair, Anu Mohan, Chandhunadh, Aditi Ravi, and Rahul Madhav.
The film is directed by Shaji Kailas and written by Nikhil Anand and Vijayakumar. Music is composed by Kailas Menon, while Jackson Johnson handles the cinematography. The editing team includes Akhil A.R. and Ajas Pukkadan, with Boban in charge of art direction. Hunt is produced by K. Radhakrishnan under the banner of Jayalakshmi Films.
Final Thoughts
Whether Hunt will impress OTT viewers more than theatre audiences is something only time will tell. But if you’re a fan of horror thrillers with mystery and suspense, this film might just be worth adding to your watchlist.
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