Mammootty as Burma Karthikeyan in Dhanush’s ‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram’

Mammootty as Burma Karthikeyan in Dhanush’s ‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram’

The character introduction video of Malayalam superstar Mammootty from the upcoming Tamil film ‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood’ has been released on the occasion of his 75th birthday.

Mammootty plays the character Burma Karthikeyan in the film. His character is introduced as a powerful and influential figure known as ‘Siya’ or ‘The Elder One’. According to the character introduction, Burma Karthikeyan is involved in the smuggling business and holds influence among both the public and the police.

The introduction video offers a glimpse of Mammootty’s character and establishes the presence of Burma Karthikeyan within the world of the film. His character appears to have considerable influence, adding another important dimension to the story.

‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood’ features Dhanush in the lead role. The film is directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, who previously directed the critically acclaimed film ‘Amaran’.

The film has an ensemble cast that includes Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah alongside Dhanush and Mammootty. The combination of prominent actors from different film industries has generated interest around the project.

The film also marks Mammootty’s return to Tamil cinema after a gap of seven years. His appearance as Burma Karthikeyan has added further anticipation among Tamil and Malayalam cinema audiences.

The character introduction video released for Mammootty’s 75th birthday provides the first major glimpse of his role in the film and introduces audiences to the influential figure of Burma Karthikeyan.

‘OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood’ is scheduled to release in theatres on October 16, 2026. With Dhanush in the lead, Rajkumar Periasamy at the helm and Mammootty making his return to Tamil cinema, the film is among the upcoming Tamil projects attracting significant attention.