Ronth is coming to OTT! Watch the Malayalam buddy cop thriller starring Roshan Mathew & Dileesh Pothan from July 22, 2025, only on JioHotstar. Get full details here!
Ronth OTT Release Date Confirmed: Everything You Need To Know
If you’re a fan of gritty and grounded police thrillers like Visaranai or Mumbai Police, Ronth needs to be the first thing on your watchlist! The Malayalam-language buddy cop thriller, directed by Shahi Kabir and starring Roshan Mathew and Dileesh Pothan, created a huge sensation when it released in theatres and will now be available to experience in the OTT space.
Set an alarm on your devices – Ronth will be streaming on JioHotstar, from July 22nd, 2025! Ronth will also be available in 5 languages, Malayalam (original), Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada, making it a pan-India title.
Let’s take a deeper look at what makes Ronth so special, what to expect from the digital release, and why this psychological thriller is unmissable in 2025.
Ronth: A concept you hadn’t even thought to dream up
At its heart, Ronth is more than a crime drama: it is a moral conundrum faced by police officers in a horror-like reality of night patrols. Written and directed by Shahi Kabir (of Nayattu and socially conscious storytelling), whose directorial style and vision allowed his audience to experience the psychological nature of his protagonists in Ronth, the anxiety and challenges offered by policing in the most demanding of environments.
Story Snapshot:
Two cops. One night. Countless moral crossroads.
The characters must confront their internal demons, the pressures of their society, and a mix-up between right and wrong.
The narrative has a slow-burn suspense element, developed character arcs, and credible police procedure.
While a lot of mass-marketed thrillers rely on action, Ronth relies on a build-up of psychological tension and realism, which sustains the storyline, making the film riveting yet thought-provoking.
Why the Cast Works:
Roshan Mathew gives a subtle yet impactful performance, so you can feel his moral dilemmas.
Dileesh Pothan is a natural performer and plays the grounded counterpart to Mathew’s character.
Shahi Kabir’s direction is understated yet bold, something in this film reminded me of the classics, and rightfully so, like Traffic and Drishyam.
Ronth OTT Date and Where to Watch
Platform: JioHotstar
Release Date: July 22, 2025
Languages Available:
Malayalam
Hindi
Thai
Telugu
Kannada
This multilingual film is clever, and a sign of the times, our regional cinema is now going national (which has been happening with films like 2018, and Jallikattu; acclaim has crossed language borders).
How to Watch:
Log in to your JioHotstar account (or purchase a subscription if you have not) and search for Ronth.
Select your language.
Grab your popcorn, dim your lights, and breathe, your heart will skip a few beats in this thriller!
Why Ronth Is More Than Just Another Thriller
Let’s be frank – India has its share of cop dramas. We’ve seen the full spectrum of cop dramas from Singham to She. What makes Ronth differ from the rest of them?
Realism Instead of Heroism
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Ronth is not a full throttle cop, your normal once-a-day nutribullet of voicing. This project explores the psychological abrasiveness of men in authority and law enforcement. You see imperfections, exhaustion, and fight.
One Night
The entire film takes place in one night. The darkness adds to the claustrophobic feeling, coupled with the internal despair of the main characters.
The Relevance That Hits Harder
Ethics versus duty
Masculinity and fragility
The burden of silence
Heightened police-acquired vulnerabilities
What Makes Ronth A Perfect OTT Film?
Intimate Viewing
The still introspective nature of the film is suited to the home and long pa faces because you’ll be able to pause, think about the implications of each scene, and digest the film in its entirety at a leisurely pace.
No Required Epics or Ridiculous Strategies
Unlike some other action-thriller/escapist cinema, having to view it on a smaller screen will not take away the essence of the film. Ronth focuses less on action sequences and more on dialogue and emotion.
An Expansive Audience Reach
Ronth has dubbed versions in four more languages, and given the sonic and visual power of the film, it can also extend into foreign territories – this is evident by the shared interest in Ronth’s themes overall, which go beyond geographical boundaries, and nommo, meaning, our thirst for a good story.
Pro Tips to Make the Most of Your Cinematic Experience
Make it a night. Pick a time when you can fully immerse yourself in the film atmosphere.
Use headphones to maximize your sound design experience.
This is not a viewing where you want to multitask. Seriously, this is a film that you will feel, not merely watch.
Invite a friend (2 is ideal), and have the chance to talk about the moral dilemmas afterwards.
Final Recommendation: Do Not Miss Ronth on OTT!
In the world of big stories about ‘high stakes’ moody thrillers or empty cop drama formulas, Ronth is prepared to go deep. It’s bold. It’s brilliant. It’s stunningly produced with an emotional ride through the police night patrols of two troubled men.
FAQs
1. Is Ronth based on a true story?
No, Ronth is not a true story; however, it is grounded heavily in real-world policing and social issues that lends the narrative a certain realism.
2. Is Routh appropriate for family viewing?
Not really. While I would not classify it as an extreme violent genre, the various themes are heavy and would be appropriate for the older mature audience ( 16+).
3 . Is Ronth going to be available for free on JioHotstar?
No. It will not be free; if you want to watch, you will have to subscribe to JioHotstar Premium.
4. What genre is Ronth?
Ronth is a psychological crime thriller based on realism and moral conflict.