Baththa (2026): Cast, Story & Hindi Dubbed OTT Release
Baththa, the Tamil comedy-drama starring Vijay Sethupathi, arrived on Netflix on 29 October 2026 in five languages including Hindi. Directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan and set in 1986 Madras, it tells the unusual story of a feared gangster and the eight-year-old boy who accidentally locks him inside a school toilet. Here is a spoiler-free look at the story, cast, and where to watch it.
Movie Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | Baththa |
| OTT premiere | 29 October 2026 (Netflix) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Hindi version | Hindi dubbed (also Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam) |
| Genre | Comedy-drama |
| Director | Balaji Tharaneetharan |
| Lead characters | Baththavachalam (Vijay Sethupathi), Sabhari (Sai Prithviraj), Kannima (Lijomol Jose) |
| Runtime | 159 minutes |
| Age certificate | U/A |
| Theatrical release | 1 October 2026 |
| Setting | Madras, 1986 |
Details are drawn from the Netflix announcement and OTT listings; box-office figures are per trade trackers.
What Is Baththa About?
Set in Madras in 1986, Baththa follows Baththavachalam, a feared local gangster played by Vijay Sethupathi, whose life takes an unexpected turn when eight-year-old Sabhari, played by Sai Prithviraj, accidentally locks him inside a deserted school toilet. The boy returns to free him after realising his mistake, but fear prevents him from going through with it.
What follows is an unusual relationship between the feared man and the child — humour and emotional moments as Baththa confronts his own vulnerabilities, develops an unexpected connection with Sabhari, and reconnects with his family. The film explores masculinity, fear, vulnerability, patriarchy, redemption and the value of genuine human connection, and has drawn favourable comparisons to Meiyazhagan.
Baththa is the third collaboration between Vijay Sethupathi and director Balaji Tharaneetharan, after Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom (2012) and Seethakaathi (2018). Critics and audiences praised it on its theatrical run, though trade trackers report it collected around Rs 33 crore worldwide against a reported budget of about Rs 28 crore, and the film was also affected by piracy, with clips circulating online ahead of its OTT release.
Baththa Cast and Director
The main cast includes:
- Vijay Sethupathi as Baththavachalam
- Sai Prithviraj as Sabhari
- Lijomol Jose as Kannima
- Ajay Ghosh
- Santhy Balachandran
- Arjun Chidambaram
Balaji Tharaneetharan directs, with music by Sai Abhyankkar — the song Magale gained traction on social media after the theatrical release. The film is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare, and presented by Atlee.
Where to Watch Baththa in Hindi
Baththa streams on Netflix from 29 October 2026 in five languages: Tamil (the original), Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. The Hindi dubbed version makes the film accessible to audiences who missed its 1 October theatrical run.
Also streaming in Hindi this week: Obsession — the supernatural horror thriller whose Hindi dubbed version premiered on JioHotstar on 30 October 2026 with Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon as the Hindi voices.
More new releases on MultiMovies: Udta Teer (2026) — the Bollywood spy comedy starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, in cinemas since 23 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Baththa releasing on Netflix?
Baththa premiered on Netflix on 29 October 2026.
Is Baththa available in Hindi?
Yes. It streams in five languages including a Hindi dubbed version, alongside Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.
What is Baththa about?
A feared gangster in 1986 Madras gets accidentally locked inside a school toilet by an eight-year-old boy, leading to an unusual friendship.
Who stars in Baththa?
Vijay Sethupathi as Baththavachalam, with Sai Prithviraj as Sabhari and Lijomol Jose as Kannima.
How long is Baththa?
The film runs for 159 minutes.
