Vaa Vaathiyaar OTT Release: When And Where To Watch Karthi's Satirical Action Film

Karthi’s Tamil satirical action-adventure Vaa Vaathiyaar has found its digital home after its theatrical run. Directed by Nalan Kumarasamy and produced by K. E. Gnanavel Raja under the Studio Green banner,

the film blends action, comedy, and nostalgia while paying a sweet and thoughtful tribute to the legacy of M.G. Ramachandran (MGR). With a strong ensemble cast and a narrative that begins on a light-hearted note but changes to something more intense, the film now all set to reach a wider audience through its OTT release.

When, where to watch Vaa Vaathiyaar

Vaa Vaathiyaar begins streaming on Prime Video from January 28. The film is available not just in India but across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Viewers can watch it in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada, making it accessible to a broad regional audience. The film has a simple plot with unique treatment, that viewers of all languages might like to watch.

More about Vaa Vaathiyaar

The film stars Karthi in the role of Ramu, alongside Krithi Shetty as the female lead. The supporting cast includes seasoned actors such as Sathyaraj, Rajkiran, Anandaraj, Karunakaran, G.M. Sundar, Shilpa Manjunath, Ramesh Thilak, Nivas Adithan, Vadivukkarasi, Nizhalgal Ravi, and P.L. Thenappan, each contributing equally to the film's comic and emotional beats.Vaa Vaathiyaar follows a devoted MGR fan who raises his grandson Ramu with the belief that the boy shares a special bond with the legendary star. As Ramu grows up to become a carefree police officer who indulges in corruption, completely opposite to his grandfather's ideal. When unforeseen circumstances place his grandfather’s life at risk, Ramu is forced to step up, reassess his priorities, and evolve in ways he had never anticipated. The narrative moves between humour, sentiment, and action, leaning on character-driven moments and not spectacle, making it different from other action films.

Vaa Vaathiyaar film review

Zoom's in-house reviewer gave the film a 3-star rating. The review states that Vaa Vaathiyaar is a fun outing, particularly for viewers who have missed watching Karthi on screen for more than a year. His strong screen presence and assured performance hold the film together, even when the narrative falters in the latter portions. While not without shortcomings, the film succeeds as a breezy entertainer and serves as a fairly enjoyable festive watch this Pongal.Now on OTT, Vaa Vaathiyaar gives viewers a relaxed, family-friendly watch, perfect for a lazy binge.