365telugu.com online news, September 10th,2025: A chilling tale of mysterious murders, cunning minds, and a shadowy presence unfolds in the serene town of Plaachikkaavu, where chaos lurks beneath the surface. Only one man can unravel the enigma—Detective Ujjwalan.
The highly anticipated South Indian thriller, Detective Ujjwalan, premieres exclusively on Lionsgate Play on September 12, available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. Led by Dhyan Sreenivasan as the quirky yet brilliant Detective Ujjwalan, the film dives into a series of perplexing killings linked to a menacing figure known as the Boogeyman.
Directed by newcomers Indraneel Gopeekrishnan and Rahul G., and produced by Sophia Paul under Weekend Blockbusters, this film masterfully weaves dark comedy, gripping suspense, and small-town allure into a captivating character-driven mystery. It expands the Weekend Cinematic Universe, first introduced with Minnal Murali.
The movie boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Seema G. Nair, Kottayam Nazeer, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz Noushad, Shahubas, Kalabhavan Navas, Nirmal Palazhi, and Mathew Puthukadan, whose performances heighten the stakes of this thrilling investigation.

Centered on a community-driven whodunit, the story follows Ujjwalan’s dogged pursuit of a masked killer, delivering subtle nods to fans of the cinematic universe while remaining accessible to newcomers.
Reflecting on his role, Dhyan Sreenivasan shared, “Portraying Detective Ujjwalan was like stepping into a vibrant, beloved universe and finding a fresh pulse within it. This case challenges Ujjwalan’s intellect and morality, with each clue revealing deeper layers that connect personal stakes to echoes from the Minnal Murali world.
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The role was a thrilling balance between a fast-paced mystery and a deeply personal character journey, where every decision feels profoundly human, even as the story grows larger.
It’s one of the most exciting roles I’ve ever played. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to this universe, Detective Ujjwalan offers something special—a blend of fresh villains, emotional depth, and a standalone story that expands the canvas beautifully.”