Dhanush and Mammootty’s Om: Chapter 1 may finally have a new theatrical release date. The film, which was earlier scheduled to arrive on October 16, 2026, was postponed to steer clear of a box office clash with Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2. It is now reportedly being lined up for a late-November release.
According to the Tamil Cinema Trade Guide shared by Sridhar Pillai, Om: Chapter 1 is listed for a November 26, 2026 release. The date, however, has not yet been officially announced by the makers.
Om Chapter 1 May Arrive On November 26
The trade guide features several major Tamil releases planned for the remainder of the year, with Om: Chapter 1 appearing against the November 26 slot.
For now, the date should be treated as tentative. The team behind the film
is yet to confirm whether November 26 has been locked as the final theatrical release date.
The film was originally due in cinemas on October 16. Dhanush later confirmed that the release had been postponed as the team wanted to avoid competing with Jailer 2.
The actor-producer had also indicated that they were keen to stay away from another major clash in November, with Suriya’s Scene slated to release on November 6, 2026.
Dhanush And Mammootty Lead Om Chapter 1
Titled Om – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood, the film is being mounted as an action drama.
Dhanush leads the cast alongside Mammootty, while Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah will also be seen in key roles.
Sai Abhyankkar has composed both the songs and the background score for the film.
Om: Chapter 1 is planned as the opening instalment of a two-part franchise. Further details about its storyline and the second chapter have not yet been revealed.
What’s Next For Dhanush?
Apart from Om: Chapter 1, Dhanush has multiple projects lined up.
He is next set to collaborate with director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu on an action film currently referred to as D56. The project is said to present Dhanush in a violent avatar and is expected to release in Summer 2027.
Preity Mukundhan has been locked as the female lead, while Vadivelu and SJ Suryah are also set to play important roles.
Dhanush has additionally announced Thamizh Murugan, which will reunite him with filmmaker Vetrimaaran.
For now, all eyes remain on an official announcement regarding Om: Chapter 1 and whether the Dhanush-Mammootty starrer will indeed arrive in theatres on November 26.
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