The Malayalam film industry’s first major success story of 2026, Sarvam Maya, is officially transitioning from the big screen to digital streaming. Following a historic theatrical run where it became the first film in Nivin Pauly’s career to cross the ₹100 crore mark—eventually grossing over ₹145 crore—the supernatural comedy is scheduled to premiere on JioHotstar this Friday, January 30, 2026. The announcement has sparked significant excitement on social media, especially with a viral promotional video featuring debutante Riya Shibu, who plays the quirky “Gen-Z ghost” nicknamed Delulu.
Directed by Akhil Sathyan, the film follows the journey of an atheist musician who reluctantly begins assisting his cousin, a priest, only to encounter a spirit that only he can see. Critics and audiences alike have hailed the movie as a triumphant return to form for Nivin Pauly, praising his “charming persona” and the film’s unique “feel-good fantasy” tone. While the initial release on January 30 will focus on the Malayalam version, fans are eagerly awaiting news on dubbed versions in other regional languages, which are expected to follow the massive success of the film’s international theatrical release.
