Bethlehem Kudumba Unit OTT release date confirmed: Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju blockbuster is coming sooner than you think

After winning audiences in theatres and emerging as one of the biggest Malayalam cinema success stories of 2026, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is now ready to make its way to OTT.

The Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju starrer will begin streaming on JioHotstar from October 2, 2026, giving viewers who missed its theatrical run a chance to watch the romantic comedy at home.

Directed by Girish AD, the film arrived in cinemas on August 21, 2026 and went on to attract considerable attention for both its box-office performance and its unconventional relationship-driven storyline.

And there is more good news for audiences outside Kerala: the digital release will not be restricted to Malayalam.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit OTT release: When and where to watch

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit will stream on JioHotstar from October 2. The film is expected to be available in multiple languages, including Malayalam and Telugu, widening its reach following its successful theatrical run.

The OTT premiere comes roughly six weeks after the movie’s cinema release.

With Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju leading the cast, the film also features Sangeeth Prathap, Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna, Bindu Panicker, Srinda, Roshan Shanavas and Meenakshy Raveendran in supporting roles.

What is Bethlehem Kudumba Unit about?

At its heart, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit explores love, friendship, relationships and family dynamics, wrapping them in the light-hearted romantic-comedy style associated with director Girish AD.

The story follows Ashley, played by Mamitha Baiju, a college student who moves from Mundakkayam to Angamaly with her parents and brother.

Her new life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes friends with her neighbour Justin, played by Nivin Pauly.

But there is an unusual complication: Justin is older than Ashley and is already married.

That relationship becomes central to the story, while the film also spends considerable time with the friends and families surrounding its two principal characters. Rather than focusing solely on its leads, the movie uses its wider ensemble to build much of its humour and emotional drama.

Justin’s family, including his parents and younger brother Joel, also plays an important part in the narrative. Joel’s fascination with making short films adds another entertaining layer to the family setup.

From theatres to OTT after a massive box-office run

The OTT announcement comes after an extraordinary theatrical performance for Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.

According to reported box-office figures, the film has crossed approximately ₹300 crore worldwide, placing it among the biggest Malayalam releases of the year.

Reports have also credited the film with becoming the first Malayalam movie to cross ₹150 crore in Kerala and one of the fastest Malayalam films to reach the ₹300-crore milestone globally.

Such numbers underline just how strongly the film connected with audiences after its August release, particularly in its home market.

Who produced Bethlehem Kudumba Unit?

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has been backed by Bhavana Studios, with Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran serving as producers.

The film’s music has been composed by Vishnu Vijay, while Girish AD has handled the direction.

With its theatrical run already creating plenty of buzz, all eyes will now be on its digital performance. For viewers who have been waiting to see what made the Nivin Pauly-Mamitha Baiju film such a talking point, October 2 is the date to mark.