Thalavara, the Malayalam coming-of-age drama starring Arjun Ashokan and Revathy Sarma, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film made its OTT debut on October 29, 2025, giving audiences a second chance to experience this heartwarming story.
Thalavara follows Jyothish, a young man from Palakkad, Kerala, who lives with vitiligo and dreams of becoming a film actor. The film highlights his journey as he navigates societal prejudice, family pressures, and his own insecurities, while trying to pursue his passion for acting despite all odds. The narrative showcases Jyothish's resilience and gradual path to self-acceptance, exploring themes of empathy, inclusivity, and the courage to embrace one's true self.
Directed by Akhil Anilkumar, Thalavara features Arjun Ashokan as Jyothish and Revathy Sarma as Sandhya, his love interest, whose unwavering support becomes a compelling aspect of the storyline. The cast also includes Ashokan, Devadarshini, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, Sarath Sabha, and Prashanth Murali. The film marks Revathy Sarma's debut in Malayalam cinema.
Thalavara hit theaters on August 22, 2025, and received mixed to positive reviews from critics. However, it struggled at the box office due to competition from other releases. Despite its theatrical performance, the film has garnered praise for its heartfelt story and performances, particularly Arjun Ashokan's portrayal of Jyothish.
Many viewers have lauded Thalavara for addressing the rarely represented subject of vitiligo in Indian cinema. The film has been praised for its emotional connect, with one user noting how it resonated with their personal experience of a family member with vitiligo. Mamta Mohandas also lauded the film for shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with vitiligo.
Thalavara is directed by Akhil Anilkumar, with the screenplay co-written by Akhil Anilkumar and Appu Aslam. Shebin Backer and Mahesh Narayanan produced the film under Shebin Backer Productions and Moving Narratives, respectively. Anurudh Aneesh handled the cinematography, while Rahul Radhakrishnan served as the editor. The music and background score were composed by Electronic Kili.
Now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Thalavara offers a heartwarming and thought-provoking cinematic experience. The film is available in Malayalam with English subtitles.
