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Dhanush's 'OM: Chapter 1' runtime, synopsis, release date
'OM: Chapter 1' releases on November 20

Dhanush's 'OM: Chapter 1' runtime, synopsis, release date

Nov 12, 2026
04:20 pm

What's the story

The much-anticipated action drama OM: Chapter 1, Udhiram: The Blood Wood, starring Dhanush and Mammootty, is set for a theatrical release on November 20. Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, the film will reportedly have a runtime of around 179 minutes (two hours and 59 minutes). The synopsis of the film has also been revealed.

Film synopsis

Here's what the synopsis says

Per Movies Singapore, via Pinkvilla, the film will be "An emotional drama set in a gritty world ruled by lawbreakers and enforcers in close proximity, where greed, power and poverty unleash cruelty and violence."

The film also stars Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela, and Naseeruddin Shah in pivotal roles.

The music for the film has been composed by Sai Abhyankkar.

Release date

Film was earlier scheduled to release in October

The film was earlier scheduled to release in October, but the makers decided to push it.

Dhanush confirmed the news himself, saying that the postponement was done to avoid a box-office clash with Jailer 2 and Suriya's Scene.

The film is reportedly the first part of a two-part series.

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Future endeavors

What's next for Dhanush, Mammootty?

After OM, Dhanush will be seen in a film tentatively titled D56, directed by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu. The film is scheduled for a summer 2027 release.

Meanwhile, Mammootty will next star in Mela, an action entertainer directed by Nithish Sahadev. He has also confirmed his next project, Mattancherry Mafia, with Asif Ali and Naslen as co-leads.

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