'Pookie' OTT release date: When and where to stream Ajay Dhishan and RK Dhanusha's rom-com

The Tamil romantic comedy drama 'Pookie,' starring Ajay Dhishan and RK Dhanusha, is all set for its digital premiere. The film, which was released in theaters earlier this year, has now locked its OTT partner and streaming date.

Pookie OTT release date and platform

The romantic comedy drama will begin streaming on ZEE5 from March 13, 2026, as reported by OTT Play. The film arrived in cinemas on February 13, and within weeks of its theatrical release, the makers confirmed its digital premiere. Backed by Vijay Antony, the project features a young cast and attempts to present a modern relationship story with humor and emotional conflict.

Storyline of the romantic drama

'Pookie' revolves around two youngsters, Kailash and Aazhi, who are in a relationship.

The story begins with a dramatic twist when the couple experiences a public breakup on a busy road.Following the separation, both characters try to deal with heartbreak in unusual ways. Kailash and Aazhi attempt to distract themselves from the emotional fallout and search for different ways to move on with their lives.

Performances and reception

Featuring Ajay Dhishan and RK Dhanusha in the lead roles, the film marks a notable appearance for the upcoming actors in the Tamil film industry.

However, the film received mixed reactions from critics and audiences after its theatrical release and did not perform well at the box office.

What our critics said about the film

Our ETimes review offered a detailed review that stated, "Pookie plays like a well-curated collection rather than a story that accumulates weight. You're entertained in the moment, and that’s about it."It also commented on the film’s pop culture references: "There's also the relentless trendiness.

Bro this, boomer that, Instagram references piled on like hashtags. Topicality has a short shelf life, and when every other scene reminds you how current it is, you're already watching it age. A lighter touch would have gone further."The review further added, "More troubling is the film's insistence on false equivalence. Kailash's road rage is violent and frightening, and a stray line of dialogue hints he may have hit Aazhi before. His coping? His coping mechanism involves lifting weights and engaging in casual conversations with friends. Hers? Getting scammed and humiliated at an ashram. The film frames these as two sides of the same coin, which only ends up making her look foolish while letting him off with a gym membership.

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