Shambhala OTT Release Date: Shambhala is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language supernatural horror thriller film written and directed by Ugandhar Muni and produced by Mahidhar Reddy and Rajashekhar Annabhimoju under Shining Pictures Banner. The film stars Aadi Saikumar in the lead role as Vikram, alongside Archana Iyer as Devi, with supporting performances by Swasika Vijay, Madhunandan, Ravi Varma, Mamilla Shailaja Priya, Divya Chalamalasetty, and others.
The story is a gripping blend of science fiction, mysticism, folklore, and horror, set in a remote, superstitious village in the 1980s. It follows an atheist geoscientist investigating a meteor crash that triggers strange supernatural events and possessions, forcing him to confront ancient evils and mythological forces that science cannot fully explain. The film explores themes of rationalism vs. blind faith, the clash between modern science and traditional beliefs, hidden spiritual histories, and the consequences of unchecked paranoia in a close-knit community.
Principal photography captured the eerie village atmosphere with atmospheric visuals, practical effects, and some VFX for supernatural sequences. The music is composed by Pakala, cinematography by Praveen K Bangari, and editing by Shravan Katikaneni. The film features mid-budget production values with a reported budget around ₹12 crore. Shambhala was theatrically released worldwide on 25 December 2025 (Christmas special), with a Hindi dubbed version following on 9 January 2026. It received positive to mixed reviews, praised for its fresh concept in Telugu cinema, Aadi Saikumar’s restrained and strong performance marking a comeback, layered storytelling without confusion, gripping narrative in parts, and solid technical aspects (especially initial setup and some thrilling moments), though some noted predictable elements, pacing dips in the middle, and room for improvement in VFX/BGM. Commercially, it emerged as a sleeper hit/quiet success, collecting around ₹20.21 crore worldwide (decent for its genre and budget), proving profitable with pre-release deals and steady word-of-mouth.
Shambhala Movie OTT Release Date
| Movie Name | Shambhala |
|---|---|
| Genre | Supernatural, Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Mystical |
| Satellite Rights | Zee Telugu |
| Digital Rights | Aha |
| OTT Release Date | 22 January 2026 (Aha Gold subscribers early access from 21 January 2026) |
| OTT Platform | Aha |
| Release Date | 25 December 2025 |
Shambhala Story Line
The narrative is set in the 1980s in the highly superstitious village of Shambhala. A meteor crashes into the village, disrupting the peaceful yet tradition-bound life of its residents. Strange supernatural occurrences begin immediately—unexplained deaths, possessions, erratic behavior among villagers, and eerie phenomena that locals attribute to an ancient evil or curse unleashed by the celestial object.
Vikram (Aadi Saikumar), a skeptical geoscientist and staunch atheist who believes only in science, is assigned to investigate the meteor impact and gather data. Upon arriving in the isolated village, he encounters resistance from the fearful inhabitants who view the event through the lens of mythology and folklore. As investigations deepen, Vikram witnesses bizarre events that challenge his rational worldview: mysterious forces linked to an ancient horror, possibly tied to Lord Mahadeva or hidden spiritual history, and a battle between scientific explanation and supernatural reality.
The plot unfolds through tense build-up, thrilling sequences of paranoia and possessions, emotional confrontations with villagers (including key characters like Devi played by Archana Iyer), and revelations connecting the meteor to deeper mythological forces. Vikram’s journey forces him to question his beliefs, uncover the village’s secrets, and find a way to stop the escalating carnage. The story interweaves genre elements—horror jumps, mystery suspense, sci-fi investigation, and spiritual undertones—leading to an earnest climax where rationalism and faith intersect for resolution. Without relying on excessive gore or cheap scares, it delivers a restrained yet engaging mystical thriller experience, emphasizing atmosphere, performances, and thematic depth over high-octane action.
Shambhala OTT Release Date
Movie Name: Shambhala
Release Date: 25 December 2025
OTT Release Date: 22 January 2026 (Early access for Aha Gold on 21 January 2026)
Digital Rights: Aha
Satellite Rights: Zee Telugu
OTT Platform: Aha
Shambhala Movie Information
| Name | Shambhala |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ugandhar Muni |
| Written by | Ugandhar Muni |
| Produced by | Mahidhar Reddy Rajashekhar Annabhimoju |
| Starring | Aadi Saikumar Archana Iyer Swasika Vijay Madhunandan Ravi Varma |
| Cinematography | Praveen K Bangari |
| Edited by | Shravan Katikaneni |
| Music by | Pakala |
| Production companies | Shining Pictures Banner |
| Distributed by | (Various regional distributors for pan-India release) |
| Release date | 25 December 2025 |
| Running time | 144 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu (with Hindi dubbed version) |
Shambhala OTT Platform
Shambhala is available on Aha. Aha is the OTT platform for Shambhala movie.
Shambhala Digital Rights
Shambhala is available on Aha. The digital rights to the movie are owned by Aha (acquired for approximately ₹5 crore pre-release). Shambhala was released theatrically first and premiered on the OTT platform post-theatrical window.
Shambhala Satellite Rights
Shambhala satellite rights are owned by Zee Telugu (for Telugu, acquired for about ₹2 crore). The film will air on satellite television after its OTT run, following standard industry patterns.
Shambhala Cast & Crew
· Aadi Saikumar as Vikram (the geoscientist)
· Archana Iyer as Devi
· Swasika Vijay as Vasathatha
· Madhunandan
· Ravi Varma
· Mamilla Shailaja Priya
· Divya Chalamalasetty
· Others including Shivakarthik Danda
Shambhala Movie Trailer
Shambhala OTT Platform
Shambhala is available on Aha. Aha is the OTT platform for Shambhala movie.
Shambhala Digital Rights
Shambhala is available on Aha. The digital rights to the movie are owned by Aha (acquired for approximately ₹5 crore). Shambhala was released theatrically first and premiered on the OTT platform post-theatrical window.
Shambhala Satellite Rights
Shambhala satellite rights are owned by Zee Telugu. The film will air on satellite television after its OTT run, following standard industry patterns.
When will Shambhala release on OTT?
It premiered on 22 January 2026 on Aha (with Aha Gold early access from 21 January 2026), following its theatrical release on 25 December 2025.
Is Shambhala available on any other platform?
No, Aha holds the exclusive digital streaming rights (primarily Telugu, with potential for other languages). Satellite rights for Telugu are with Zee Telugu, and it will likely air there after the OTT window.
What is the budget and box office performance of Shambhala?
The film had a reported budget of around ₹12 crore. It grossed approximately ₹20.21 crore worldwide, emerging as a sleeper hit with profitability boosted by pre-release deals and positive reception for its genre attempt.