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Tamil Neo-Noir ‘Mask’ Sets ZEE5 Premiere for Jan. 9, 2026

The streaming debut follows a modest box-office showing, opening a path to wider viewership.

Overview

  • ZEE5 Tamil confirmed the film will begin streaming on January 9, 2026.
  • Written and directed by Vikarnan Ashok, the story follows Velu, a private detective played by Kavin who works in moral grey areas.
  • Andrea Jeremiah appears in a double role and produced the film under The Show Must Go On with Black Madras Films, with presentation by Vetri Maaran’s Grass Root Film Company.
  • The technical team features GV Prakash Kumar on background score, RD Rajasekhar as cinematographer, and editor Ramar.
  • Industry tracker Sacnilk estimates about Rs 8 crore from the Indian box office, with the team saying the OTT window will bring the film to wider audiences.