Waiting for Sarvam Maya OTT release? Here are other Delulu ghosts of Malayalam cinema and where to watch
As you await Sarvam Maya’s OTT release, check out other Malayalam films that tell tales about friendly or harmless ghosts, just like Riya Shibu's Delulu in the Nivin Pauly-starrer.
Last Updated: 01.37 PM, Jan 14, 2026
Nivin Pauly's movie Sarvam Maya, a feel-good entertainer with a spirited ghost, is one of the most-awaited Malayalam films in the OTT space. Speculations around Sarvam Maya making its OTT release on JioHotstar in February have been doing the rounds on social media, but no official announcement has been made so far. The Malayalam film, starring actor Nivin Pauly, revolves around an agnostic youth who encounters a ghost but a friendly one, named Delulu (a charming performance by actress Riya Shibu). As you await Sarvam Maya’s digital debut, check out other Malayalam films that tell tales about friendly or harmless ghosts.
Where to watch Malayalam films with Delulu-like ghosts
Where to watch: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium
When we first see Jenny in the 2018 Malayalam film Koode, she is already dead but returns, staying put in the green van of their family. Her brother Joshua, who is the only person who can see or interact with Jenny, is obviously startled by the turn of events. But eventually bonds with her, something that did not happen when she was alive. The chirpy ghost has a ravenous appetite, despite being dead! Actress Nazriya Nazim brings a breath of fresh air to the film, with her chirpy performance, while Prithviraj Sukumaran is seen as the moody brother who finds closure and purpose in life.
Vismayathumbathu
Where to watch: Prime Video (available for OTTplay Premium subscribers with a top-up)
Vismayathumbathu is one film that came back in focus after Sarvam Maya became a hit. Mohanlal leads this film as Sreekumar who finds a supernatural entity in his house, who does not remember what happened to her, much like Delulu in Sarvam Maya. Sreekumar then sets out to find the truth about her, eventually falling for the lovely girl (played by Nayanthara). The song Mizhikalkkinnenthu is still popular from the film, where the entity sings and dances as well. The film also features another character Maya, played by Kalpana, who also claims that only some can see her. Her character mainly exists to add humor to the film, and viewers are not really enlightened about her role.
Where to watch: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium
Balakrishnan, who was staring at death, finds a new lease of life after undergoing a heart transplant. The twist - he is able to see the donor - Abby, who is now a ghost. A series of hilarious events follows as Abby tags along Balakrishnan, not to trouble him but to find the truth about his murder. Malayalam actor Jayaram plays the ghost, while Mukesh is seen as Balakrishnand and the late actor Sreenivasan adds to the humor of the film with his quirky cop avatar.with
Aparichathan
Where to watch: Prime Video (available for OTTplay Premium subscribers with a top-up)
Three college girls are on the run after getting into trouble on campus. They reach the woods as they try to find a safe hideout. They run into a wildlife photographer, Raghuram, here, who is pretty loudmouth but does not cause any harm. However, it is later revealed in the climax that Raghuram was dead. Kalamkaval actor Mammootty is seen as the ‘ghost’ photographer, while actresses Kavya Madhavan, Karthika, and Manya are seen as the college girls.
Sarvam Maya FAQs
Q. Is Sarvam Maya a hit or flop?
A. Sarvam Maya is a hit. Nivin Pauly's latest film is one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of the year and has already collected over Rs 130 crore.
Q. Where was Sarvam Maya shot?
A. Sarvam Maya is set in Palakkad, Kerala.
Q. Is Sarvam Maya released on OTT?
A. Sarvam Maya is yet to be released on OTT. The Malayalam film, starring Nivin Pauly and Riya Shibu, is expected to land on a streaming platform next month.