Muthu Alias Kaattaan OTT release date details: When and where to watch Vijay Sethupathi's Tamil show. Check language versions

The makers of Muthu Alias Kaattaan are gearing up for the release of much-awaited Tamil series. They have released a gripping trailer, building on the strong response the teaser had already received online. The teaser had caught viewers’ attention with its disturbing image of a severed head, setting a dark and intense mood for the story. Audiences are all set to dive into mysterious world of the series and its central character, played by Vijay Sethupathi.

Streaming details of Muthu Alias Kaattaan

The rural action drama, headlined by Vijay Sethupathi, is set to premiere on JioHotstar on March 27, 2026. The streaming platform will release the series in several languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi and Bengali, ensuring it reaches a wide audience across different regions of India.




The trailer gives a deeper look at the central mystery that drives the story. It shows a severed head discovered in a village, triggering a tense search by the police and locals to locate the missing body. The visuals and tone hint at a layered narrative involving crime, hidden identities and moral conflicts. The character of Muthu, played by Vijay Sethupathi, appears to be a man with many skills and secrets, suggesting that his past may hold the key to the unfolding mystery.

The series has been given an A rating, indicating that it contains scenes of violence and graphic imagery that may not be suitable for younger viewers. This aligns with the intense and gritty storytelling style suggested by both the teaser and the trailer. The first season is expected to feature 10 episodes, each running for approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

More about Muthu Alias Kaattaan

M. Manikandan, known for his critically acclaimed films such as Kaaka Muttai and Kadaisi Vivasayi, serves as the creator and co-director of the series. In earlier interactions, Manikandan had shared that the story was originally conceived with material for two seasons, but the team decided to move ahead with the first season initially and gauge audience response before expanding the narrative further.

Apart from Vijay Sethupathi, the show also features a supporting cast that includes Milind Soman and Singampuli, among others. Sethupathi, who has also backed the project as a producer, has described the series as a grounded rural drama that blends crime, character study and social themes, making it different from conventional action thrillers.

With its haunting visuals, strong performances and an intriguing central mystery, Muthu Engira Kaattaan is going to be one of the more talked-about Tamil web series releases this month. Stay tuned!