Kennedy OTT release date in India: When and where to watch Anurag Kashyap's neo-noir crime thriller
Kennedy is a 2023 film directed by Anurag Kashyap. It premiered at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival and has featured at several international festivals. The film is all set for a direct digital release.
Last Updated: 03.03 PM, Jan 30, 2026
Anurag Kashyap's Kennedy (2023) did not have a wide commercial theatrical release in 2023. Instead, it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 24, 2023, and later appeared at the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival on October 29, 2023. After almost 3 years, the neo-noir thriller, starring Rahul Bhat and Sunny Leone, is now all set for a direct-to-OTT release on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium).
When and where to watch Kennedy?
| Movie | Kennedy |
| OTT release date | February 20, 2026 |
| OTT platform | ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium) |
| Cast | Sunny Leone, Rahul Bhat, Mohit Takalkar |
| Director | Anurag Kashyap |
Kennedy, which was screened at several international festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival 2023 and the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023, is now all set to land on ZEE5, and you can also watch it with your OTTplay Premium subscription.
What is Kennedy about?
Kennedy (2023) is a Hindi-language neo-noir thriller directed by Anurag Kashyap. The film stars Rahul Bhat as a presumed-dead, insomniac ex-cop working as a hitman for a corrupt system while seeking redemption. The film chronicles his violent, dark journey through Mumbai, where he is haunted by the ghosts of his victims.
Uday Shetty (Rahul Bhat) is an ex-cop believed to be dead for years, who now lives under the alias "Kennedy". He works as a contract killer for corrupt police commissioner Rasheed Khan (Mohit Takalkar). Kennedy is an insomniac who is haunted by the ghosts of the people he has killed, and he seeks redemption through violent revenge. He is trying to find a man named Salim, with whom he has personal problems to resolve.
As Kennedy navigates the dark underbelly of a pandemic-ridden city, he tries to escape while trapped in a complex web of deception involving a glamorous, mysterious woman named Charlie (Sunny Leone) and his own broken psyche. The story spans five intense nights, focusing on the systematic nature of his killing spree and his desperate attempts to regain a sense of humanity.
Who stars in Kennedy?
Kennedy stars Rahul Bhat as Uday Shetty / Kennedy, Sunny Leone as Charlie, Mohit Takalkar as Rasheed Khan, Abhilash Thapliyal as Chandan, Shrikant Yadav as Abhijit Kaale, and others.
Kennedy explores the relationship between police, politicians, and criminals, portraying a society where the law is suspended for those in power. Despite being a cold-blooded killer, Kennedy constantly struggles with his dark desires and seeks a path to redemption. This film highlights the loneliness and emotional toll of a life spent in darkness, especially from the perspective of insomnia.
Kennedy FAQs
Q: Where can I watch the Kennedy movie in India?
A: Anurag Kashyap's Kennedy will be released on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium) on February 20, 2026.
Q: Is Kennedy a good movie?
A: Kennedy (2023), directed by Anurag Kashyap, is widely regarded as a compelling yet polarising neo-noir crime thriller. The film has been praised for its striking visuals, immersive atmosphere, and Rahul Bhat's powerful performance.
Q: Who are the actors in Kennedy?
A: Kennedy stars Sunny Leone, Rahul Bhat, Mohit Takalkar, and others.