Just like Mohanlal and Mammootty’s Malayalam drama, Patriot, GaayaPadda Simham, starring Tharun Bhascker and Sree Vishnu, has made its OTT debut on Prime Video. Released on 1 May, 2026, the Telugu action drama is streaming online 22 days after its theatrical debut. They took to their official Instagram page to share the poster, announcing its OTT debut. They wrote, “The wounded lion has entered your homes.” Take a closer look!
GaayaPadda Simham features Tharun Bhascker in the lead role, with Sree Vishnu making an extended appearance. The lead actors are joined by a stellar supporting cast, including Faria Abdullah, JD Chakravarthy, Maanasa Choudhary, Kasyap Sreenivas, Vishnu Oi, Harsha Vardhan, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Jhansi, Siddharth Gollapudi, and Pradeep Rawat in pivotal roles.
The drama follows the story of Darahas, an ordinary man who agrees to an arranged marriage with Shalini, a vlogger. However, Shalini’s father lays down a strict condition: the groom must be settled in the United States before the wedding can take place. Striving to secure his future, Darahas manages to reach Dallas, however, his American dream soon collapses when changing immigration policies and deportation orders force him back to India. He is heartbroken and humiliated and blames the US President for destroying both his future and his marriage prospects.
Penned and directed by Kasyap Sreenivas, the film is bankrolled by Zee Studios along with Sapta Aswa Media Works and POV Stories.
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