Blast (2026)
DirectorSubash K Raj
StarringArjun Sarja, Abhirami, Preity Mukhundhan, Vivek Prasanna
Watch onNetflix
Best for: Tamil action-thriller fans who enjoy family-versus-gang setups with martial arts combat.
Where to watch Blast online in India
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Blast OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 28 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 25 June 2026 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 28 days |
| Streaming now on | Netflix |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Blast story (no spoilers)
Blast is a Tamil action thriller centred on Rajaraman (Arjun Sarja) and Neelaveni (Abhirami), an ordinary married couple whose quiet family life with daughter Nila (Preity Mukhundhan) is upended by a ruthless criminal gang connected to corruption and violence. When the gang's actions force a confrontation, the family reveals hidden martial arts skills and fights back. The film sets a domestic, everyday tone before shifting into combat, with the tagline 'Blood bound. Battle ready.' hinting at the family's readiness to defend themselves. The conflict pits the family against antagonists including Varun Dhayalan (John Kokken) and Ilango (Vivek Prasanna), and the 143-minute runtime suggests a steady build from setup to action. Directed by Subash K Raj with music by Ravi Basrur, Blast is designed as a tense, fight-filled thriller rather than a pure drama.
Should you watch Blast?
Watch it for
- Arjun Sarja leads as Rajaraman, a family man who turns out to have hidden martial arts skills, giving the action a personal stake.
- The film is a Tamil action thriller directed by Subash K Raj, with music by Ravi Basrur, whose score is central to the genre's tension.
- The premise of an ordinary family clashing with a criminal gang tied to corruption and violence offers a grounded, close-quarters action setup.
- At 143 minutes, Blast has room to build the family dynamic before the confrontation with antagonists like Varun Dhayalan (John Kokken).
Skip it if
- You prefer films without action or violence; Blast is a U/A 16+ action thriller built around a clash with a criminal gang.
- You want a pure family drama; the hidden martial arts skills and gang conflict push the story into thriller territory.
- You dislike longer runtimes; at 143 minutes, the film asks for a substantial time commitment.
Blast cast
Arjun Sarjaas Rajaraman
Abhiramias Neelaveni
Preity Mukhundhanas Nila
Vivek Prasannaas Ilango
John Kokkenas Varun Dhayalan
Arjun Chidambaramas Abraham
Pawanas Kirupakaran
Dhilebanas Arunagiri
Vinod Sagaras Toby
Bala Hasanas Siva
Adithya KathirBlast movie details
| Director | Subash K Raj |
|---|---|
| Writer | Subash K Raj |
| Music | Ravi Basrur |
| Cinematography | Arun Radhakrishnan |
| Producer | Archana Kalpathi, Kalpathi S Aghoram, Kalpathi S Ganesh, Aishwarya Kalpathi |
| Release date | 28 May 2026 |
| Runtime | 2h 23m (143 minutes) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Tamil |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 16+ |
| Worldwide box office | $798,851 (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Blast family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the U/A 16+ certificate and action-thriller genre; the film contains martial arts combat and gang violence. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Blast official trailer
Our verdict
Blast is a straightforward Tamil action thriller that leans on Arjun Sarja's Rajaraman and the family's hidden martial arts skills to drive its conflict. The 143-minute runtime gives the gang confrontation room to play out, though the premise stays within familiar action territory. If you want a grounded family-versus-criminals story with Ravi Basrur's music, it fits the bill.
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Where can I watch Blast online in India?
Blast is available to stream on Netflix in India.
When is Blast releasing on OTT in India?
Blast releases on Netflix in India on 2026-06-25.
When is Blast releasing in theatres in India?
Blast releases in Indian theatres on 2026-05-28.
Who is in the cast of Blast?
The cast includes Arjun Sarja as Rajaraman, Abhirami as Neelaveni, Preity Mukhundhan as Nila, Vivek Prasanna as Ilango, John Kokken as Varun Dhayalan, Arjun Chidambaram as Abraham, Pawan as Kirupakaran, and Dhileban as Arunagiri.
What is the runtime and certificate of Blast?
Blast runs for 143 minutes and is certified U/A 16+ in India.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.