Cinema VinesAfter a theatrical stint that left audiences breathless, the high‑octane thriller Kattalan has now landed on the Malayalam OTT platform ManoramaMAX, where it will be available from August 13, 2026. The film stars Antony Varghese, who reprises his role as the ruthless poacher Pepe, delivering a performance that has been described as the actor’s most savage and violent yet.
Set in the lawless jungle of 1995 Aanakolli, the story follows two brutal crime lords, Maari and Eddy, who are locked in a deadly battle over a multi‑million‑dollar ivory smuggling ring. Their conflict threatens to tear the forest apart, but they underestimate the hunter who has made the jungle his own. Enter Pepe, known on screen as Kattalan – “the hunter” – a feared poacher who stops at nothing and wipes out anyone who crosses his path. The film’s narrative is the third chapter in the adrenaline‑fueled Mikhael Extended Universe (MEU), showcasing raw survival instincts and a relentless fight for dominance in the wild.
Debutant director Paul George helms the project, backed by a powerhouse cast that includes Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, Jagadish, and Dushara Vijayan. The action is amplified by a pulse‑pounding soundtrack from Ravi Basrur and B. Ajaneesh Loknath, with each strike, slash, and standoff delivered with the force of a sledgehammer.
ManoramaMAX, the No. 1 Malayalam OTT platform, is known for its extensive library that features all programs from Mazhavil Manorama and Manorama News, along with a collection of over 500 blockbuster films and more than 20,000 hours of engaging content. Kattalan adds another high‑energy title to the platform’s lineup, promising viewers a visceral, action‑packed experience that continues the legacy of the MEU saga.
