Mario OTT release date: When, where to stream Hebah Patel's crime thriller
Mario OTT release date: Hebah Patel makes a comeback with this crime thriller that also has Rakendu Mouli in a key role. The film is all set for its OTT release
Last Updated: 05.03 PM, Jan 21, 2026
Hebah Patel has been in the industry for over a decade now but is yet to score a blockbuster hit. That has not stopped her from signing back-to-back films, as she continues to do low-budget projects one after the other.
Her latest release was Mario, a fun-filled crime comedy that hit the screens on December 20, 2025. Though the film was liked by a section of critics and the general audience, the absence of popular stars let Mario down, and it ended as a disappointment at the box office.
Mario OTT release date details
| Title | OTT platform | OTT release date |
| Mario | Aha, OTTplay Premium | January 23, 2025 |
The latest update is that Aha has bagged the digital rights to the film for a nominal price and will stream it from January 23, 2026. Once the film lands on OTT, it can also be streamed on OTTplay Premium.
Kalyanji Gogana has directed the film, which showcases Hebah Patel in a striking new avatar. The actress lost a considerable amount of weight and underwent a noticeable transformation for Mario. But all this did not change her fate at the box office, and she continues to look for a proper hit.
Of late, a few Telugu films that were ignored in theatres have found success on OTT. One such film was Mowgli, featuring Roshan Kalanakala. Directed by Sandeep Raj, Mowgli is now streaming on OTTplay Premium and has clocked solid views. The makers are hoping Mario will follow a similar path.
What is the basic storyline of Mario?
Mario revolves around a popular actress, played by Hebah Patel, who is drugged and blackmailed into supplying drugs within the industry. To execute this, she takes the help of a man who owns a car named Mario with special powers. How she manages to smuggle drugs and escape the menace forms the crux of the story.
Those who enjoy adult crime dramas with over-the-top moments and a contemporary city backdrop can give this film a shot on OTT. Hebah Patel pinned a lot of hopes on this film for a comeback. While her transformation was noticed, the film failed to make an impact theatrically.
Mario has decent thrills and a wacky premise. The thrills are passable, and the content is bold. So, it remains to be seen how OTT audiences respond when it streams on Aha and OTTplay Premium from January 23, 2026. Stay tuned for more updates.
FAQs
Q. Who is the director of Hebah Patel's Mario?
A. Kalyanji Gogana has directed this crime comedy
Q. What is the story of Hebah Patel's Mario?
A. The film is about an actress named Hebah Patel who is blackmailed and is forced to sell drugs in the film industry
Q. Where to stream Hebah Patel's Mario?
A. You can stream Mario on Aha and OTTplay Premium from January 23, 2026