Karathey Babu: Parasakthi actor Ravi Mohan’s political drama wraps up shooting; to release in summer
Karathey Babu, a political drama starring Ravi Mohan and directed by Ganesh K Babu, has completed shooting. The film, which traces a politician’s rise from grassroots, is aiming for a summer release
Last Updated: 12.55 PM, Feb 05, 2026
Karathey Babu, the upcoming political entertainer starring actor Ravi Mohan in the lead role, has wrapped up its shooting, as the film is gearing up for release this year. Although an exact date has not yet, the makers are aiming for a summer release.
Karathey Babu: What is the latest update?
We had already reported that actor Ravi Mohan will be starring in an upcoming political drama titled Karathey Babu. The film is written and directed by Ganesh K Babu, who had earlier helmed Kavin-starrer Dada. The latest update on Karathey Babu is that the makers have wrapped up shoot for the film.
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It was only recently did a teaser of Karathey Babu was released. It showcased Ravi Mohan playing a politician and his journey from the grassroots. The movie is aiming for a summer release, with the cast including Daudee S Jiwal, Shakthi Vasudevan, KS Ravi Kumar, Nasser, Kaali Venkat, VTV Ganesh, Subramaniam Siva, Kavithalayaa Krishnan, Pradeep Antony, Raja Rani Pandian, Sandeep Raj, Knife Naren, Vj Ashiq, Sindhupriya, Ajith Gosh, Aravindh, Kalki Raja, Sri Dhanya, Anandhi, Ilan, Sam Anderson, Vetrivel, Nandhini Senthamizh, and others. Sam CS is scoring the music and Ezhil Arasu K is the cinematographer. Kathiresh Alagesan is the editor. ZEE5 has bagged the post-theatrical streaming rights of Karathey Babu, which will also be available on OTTplay Premium soon.
Where to watch Ravi Mohan’s Parasakthi on OTT?
Meanwhile as you wait for Karathey Babu, you can stream Ravi Mohan’s latest film, Parasakthi on ZEE5 via OTTplay Premium from February 7 onwards. It will be available in Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. In the film, the actor plays the antagonist opposite Sivakarthikeyan. Ravi Mohan plays a cop who hates his Tamil identity as he opposes the students on the streets fighting against Hindi imposition. Directed by filmmaker Sudha Kongara, Parasakthi is a period political drama that also stars Atharvaa, Sreeleela, Chetan, Guru Somasundaram, and others.
Karathey Babu FAQs
Q. Is Karathey Babu based on a true story?
A. Karathey Babu, as per the makers, have not been stated as based on any true story.
Q. What id Karathey Babu release date?
A. Karathey Babu will release in summer 2026. A date has not been revealed.