Saali Mohabbat OTT release date: Here's when and where you can stream Tisca Chopra's directorial debut starring Radhika Apte

ZEE5's thriller Saali Mohabbat directed by Tisca Chopra and starring Radhika Apte, premieres December 12, 2025. It's a whodunit about a sheltered woman caught in a double-murder investigation.

Radhika Apte in a still from Saali Mohabbat

Preparations are underway for the OTT debut of ZEE5's (OTTplay Premium) highly awaited original film Saali Mohabbat on December 12, 2025, according to the network's official announcement. After premiering to critical acclaim at IFFI and the Chicago South Asian Film Festival, the thriller—as well as star Tisca Chopra's first foray into feature film directing—will be available for streaming exclusively on the platform.

Starring Radhika Apte and ensemble cast

Starring Radhika Apte as the titular character Smita, the direct-to-digital film offers an impressive ensemble cast. Divyenndu Sharma, Anurag Kashyap, Anshumaan Pushkar, Sharat Saxena, and Sauraseni Maitra join her, with Kusha Kapila making a special appearance.

Despite its seemingly serene exterior, Saali Mohabbat uncovers intricate internal turmoil in a compelling whodunit style. Smita, a sheltered homemaker in the sleepy town of Fursatgarh, is the protagonist of the novel. A startling double murder throws her into a web of suspicion and secret agendas, brutally shattering her normal routine. The story deliberately obscures the facts, culminating in a suspenseful investigation that challenges Smita's sanity as she confronts the secrets that surround her.

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Eerie trailer

The trailer for the film, which has received praise for its eerie tone, preceded the release.

Apte, who plays the lead role, spoke about the disturbing quiet in the trailer when discussing her character. The "fragile balance between quiet vulnerability and hidden strength" in Smita was something that Apte attributed to Chopra's direction. She spoke highly of the film's premiere on ZEE5, a network that regularly supports "bold, character-driven stories," and cautioned viewers not to discount the influence of an introverted woman.

Divyenndu Sharma praises Tisca Chopra's directorial style

The trailer successfully immerses viewers in the characters' emotional turmoil without divulging any storyline details, as pointed out by Sharma. He praised Chopra's approach, stating that in her films, "silences are more powerful than words." Sharma continued by expressing his eagerness for ZEE5 viewers to experience the film's suspense.

A distinctly female viewpoint on the underlying fissures inside relationships—exploring the moment a woman decides to embrace her truth—is captured in the film, which, for Chopra, is a personal yet terrifying story.

Streaming information

ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium) will stream Saali Mohabbat on December 12, 2025.

FAQs:

Q: When is the Saali Mohabbat release date on ZEE5?

A: The film Saali Mohabbat is scheduled to premiere exclusively on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium) on December 12, 2025.

Q: Who directed the film Saali Mohabbat?

A: The film is directed by actor Tisca Chopra, marking her debut as a feature-film director.

Q: Which OTT platform is Saali Mohabbat releasing on?

A: Saali Mohabbat is a ZEE5 Original film and will be premiering exclusively on the streaming platform ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium).

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