Karnika OTT Release: When and Where to Watch Priyanka Nair, Viaan Mangalashery’s Malayalam Mystery Thriller

The Malayalam mystery thriller Karnika is all set to make its OTT debut. Here’s everything you need to know about when and where you can watch the film online.

Karnika OTT Release Date and Platform

Karnika was originally released in theaters on August 23, 2024. Despite a gripping storyline and an intriguing screenplay, it received a lukewarm response from audiences and critics alike. Now, the film will be available for streaming on the OTT platform SimplySouth starting June 6, 2025.

However, viewers in India will not have access to Karnika on SimplySouth; the film will only be available to international audiences outside India.

SimplySouth promoted the release on their official Instagram handle with a poster, captioned:

“#Karnika, streaming on Simply South from June 6 worldwide, excluding India.”

Plot Summary

Karnika follows the story of a writer who becomes the victim of a mysterious attack in the village of Payyavoor. The police investigation leads to the infamous ancestral home of Poovarasi Mana, where the writer had previously uncovered some dark secrets.

As the investigation unfolds, deeper, shocking secrets are revealed, highlighting a complex connection between the writer and the ancestral house, unravelling layers of mystery.

Cast and Crew

The film stars Priyanka Nair, Viaan Mangalashery, TG Ravi, Kriss Venugopal, and Aadhav Ramachandran in pivotal roles. Karnika is directed by Arun Venpala, who also composed the musical score. The movie is produced by Abhini Sohan.

For fans of Malayalam mystery thrillers, Karnika on SimplySouth offers a chance to dive into a suspenseful narrative full of secrets and twists—just be mindful of its availability restrictions in India.