Hey Balwanth locks OTT platform: Where to stream Suhas, Naresh's comedy caper online
Hey Balwanth is the new title of Suhas film which hits the screens on February 20, 2026. Initially, the film was titled Hey Bhagawan but now due to censor issues, the title has been changed
Last Updated: 09.49 AM, Feb 18, 2026
Suhas, who made a strong mark in Telugu cinema with films like Colour Photo, Prasanna Vadanam, Ambajipeta Marriage Band, and Gorre Puranam, is back with his latest entertainer, Hey Bhagwan, which is all set to hit the screens on February 20, 2026.
The film recently faced censorship hurdles, as the board objected to its original title. Following the objections, the makers officially changed the title to Hey Balwanth. They also released a special video where the lead Suhas is joking at himself and saying who will watch his film if the title is changed at the last minute.
Where to stream Hey Balwanth on OTT?
Meanwhile, we at OTT Play have learned that ZEE5 has acquired the film’s digital rights for a fancy price. The movie is expected to premiere on the platform in the second week of March 2026. With this OTT deal in place, the makers have already entered a safe zone even before the theatrical release.
Shivani Nagaram, known for her role in Little Hearts, plays the female lead in the film. The supporting cast includes Naresh, Vennela Kishore, Ajay, Annapoorna, and Sudarshan in key roles. Directed by Gopi Atchara, the film has music composed by Vivek Sagar, whose background score is said to be a major highlight.
What is the story of Hey Balwanth?
The promos have caught the audience’s attention and generated decent buzz. He Balwanth revolves around a young man who takes charge of his father’s business, only to realize that it is something he cannot openly speak about in public. How he deals with this shocking truth, falls in love, and faces complications due to his family background forms the crux of this comedy caper.
Speaking about the film, Naresh confidently stated that He Balwanth will be a solid hit at the box office, thanks to its non-stop humor and entertaining narrative. With no other major releases slated for February 20, the film has a good opportunity to attract family audiences.
Once the film completes its theatrical run, it will also stream on OTT Play Premium alongside ZEE5. Stay tuned for more updates. On the other hand, ZEE5 is also in the news as Chiranjeevi’s Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu is streaming at the top and has clocked close to 300 million streaming minutes in record time.
Hey Balwanth FAQs
Q. Has Hey Bhagawan's title been changed?
A. Yes, Hey Bhagawan has now been renamed as Hey Balwanth due to censor issues
Q. Who is the director of Hey Bhagawan?
A. Gopi Atchara, the writer of hit films Ambajipeta Marriage Band is the director of the film.
Q. Where to stream Suhas films on OTTplay?
A. You can stream Suhas's hit films, Colour Photo, Ambajipeta Marriage Band, and Prasanna Vadanam on OTTplay Premium.