Vaazha II (2026) poster

Vaazha II (2026)

2 April 20262h 42mMalayalamIndia
7.6/10TMDB · 23 votes

DirectorSavin Sa

StarringHashir, Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy, Vinayak V

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Best for: Malayalam comedy-drama fans who enjoy coming-of-age stories about friendship and family expectations.

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Vaazha II OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)2 April 2026
OTT / digital release (India)8 May 2026
Gap between theatre and OTT36 days
Streaming now onJioHotstar

Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Vaazha Collection: all movies in order

  1. Vaazha (15 August 2024)
  2. Vaazha II (2 April 2026) · this movie
  3. Vaazha 3 (release date not announced)

Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Vaazha Collection.

Vaazha II story (no spoilers)

Vaazha II follows four friends — Hashir, Alan, Ajin and Vinayak — who are written off as losers and troublemakers by their parents, families and school management. As they step into adulthood, the weight of that social pressure pushes them into an emotional journey of self-discovery and acceptance. The comedy-drama tracks how these four young men learn to take up their responsibilities and find their own version of success, while their families and authority figures keep doubting them. The tagline 'Biopic of a Billion Bros.' hints at a story about brotherhood and the shared struggle of being underestimated. The film is a sequel in the Vaazha Collection, following the 2024 original, and runs 162 minutes with a U/A 13+ certificate. Expect a mix of humour and heartfelt drama as the friends navigate expectations and grow into who they are meant to be.

Should you watch Vaazha II?

Watch it for

  • The four leads — Hashir, Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy and Vinayak V — return as the same characters, so the friend-group dynamic stays central to the comedy and drama.
  • Director Savin Sa continues the Vaazha Collection story, and the sequel adds Alphonse Puthren as DYSP Xavier Alexander alongside Sudheesh as Shiyas, Alan's father.
  • The 162-minute runtime gives the comedy-drama room to develop the friends' emotional journey from social pressure to responsibility.
  • The music comes from a large team including Malayali Monkeys, Rajat Prakash and Parvatish Pradeep, which sets the tone for a Malayalam comedy-drama.

Skip it if

  • You haven't seen the 2024 original Vaazha and prefer to start a franchise from the beginning.
  • You want a fast-paced film — at 162 minutes, this comedy-drama takes its time with the characters' emotional journey.
  • You are looking for something other than a coming-of-age story about four friends facing family and social pressure.

Vaazha II cast

HashirHashiras Hashir
Alan Bin SirajAlan Bin Sirajas Alan
Ajin JoyAjin Joyas Ajin
Vinayak VVinayak Vas Vinayak
Alphonse PuthrenAlphonse Puthrenas DYSP Xavier Alexander
SudheeshSudheeshas Shiyas (Alan's Father)
Vijay BabuVijay Babuas Mujeeb Sir
Vinod KedamangalamVinod Kedamangalamas Ajin's Father
RaveendranRaveendranas Benny
AmeenAmeenas Ameen
BijukuttanBijukuttanas Vinayakan's Father
Aju VargheseAju Vargheseas Manoj Sir

Vaazha II movie details

DirectorSavin Sa
WriterVipin Das
MusicMalayali Monkeys, Rajat Prakash, Parvatish Pradeep, Rzee, Muthu, Arcado, Jasir Muhammad, Ashwin Aryan, Electronic Kili
CinematographyAkhil Lailasuran
ProducerHarris Desom, Vipin Das, Adarsh Narayan, P B Anish
Release date2 April 2026
Runtime2h 42m (162 minutes)
Original languageMalayalam
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmMalayalam
Original titleവാഴ II
Certificate (India)U/A 13+
Budget$1.1 million (approx.)
Worldwide box office$21.2 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Vaazha II family friendly?

ViolenceMild
LanguageMild
Sexual contentMild
Family viewingSuitable

The U/A 13+ certificate suggests the film is aimed at viewers 13 and older, and this is a general guide rather than a detailed content breakdown. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Vaazha II official trailer

Our verdict

Vaazha II brings back the four friends from the 2024 original and adds Alphonse Puthren as DYSP Xavier Alexander, so fans of the first film get a familiar ensemble in a longer 162-minute story. The comedy-drama focuses on social pressure and self-discovery rather than quick laughs, which suits viewers who like character-driven Malayalam films. If you enjoyed Vaazha, this sequel is a straightforward continuation; if you haven't, start with the first one.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Vaazha II online in India?

Vaazha II is available to stream on JioHotstar in India.

When is Vaazha II releasing on OTT?

Vaazha II releases on JioHotstar in India on 2026-05-08.

When is Vaazha II releasing in theatres?

Vaazha II releases in Indian theatres on 2026-04-02.

Who is in the cast of Vaazha II?

The cast includes Hashir as Hashir, Alan Bin Siraj as Alan, Ajin Joy as Ajin, Vinayak V as Vinayak, Alphonse Puthren as DYSP Xavier Alexander, Sudheesh as Shiyas (Alan's Father), Vijay Babu as Mujeeb Sir, and Vinod Kedamangalam as Ajin's Father.

What is the watch order for the Vaazha Collection?

Watch Vaazha (2024) first, then Vaazha II (2026). A third film, Vaazha 3, is listed in the franchise with its date not announced.

Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.