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Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran’s hard-hitting courtroom drama Janaki V vs State of Kerala is now ready for its digital release. After creating headlines with its title controversy and theatrical delay, the film arrives on OTT much sooner than expected.
Controversial Title Change & Theatrical Release
Directed by Pravin Narayanan, the Malayalam legal drama was making headlines even before its release. The film was initially titled Janaki vs State of Kerala, but the Censor Board objected to naming the assault survivor lead character after a goddess. Even though the makers initially resisted the recommendation, they later agreed and renamed it Janaki V vs State of Kerala. This resulted in a delay in its theatrical release.
#CBFC refused censor certificate to #JanakiVsStateOfKerala reportedly due to “objection over the title character’Janaki’ which is another name for goddess Sita!
The film has union minister #SureshGopi playing a lawyer and #AnupamaParameswaran a woman who has been assaulted. pic.twitter.com/TiN8OO1c0u— Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) June 23, 2025
The movie was released in theatres on July 17, 2025, and received a mixed response. While the core theme and lead performances drew appreciation, some viewers felt the narrative leaned towards being overly dramatic. Despite the presence of two popular actors, the film had a modest run at the box office.
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When and Where to Watch Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala Online?
If you didn’t catch Janaki V vs State of Kerala in theatres, there’s good news. The legal drama is all set to premiere on ZEE5 on August 15, 2025. Zee5Malayalam made the official announcement through its social media channels.
The announcement is in Malayalam, which roughly translates to, “Let this Independence Day be for justice. “Janaki V v/s State of Kerala”, PREMIERES 15th August on our very own ZEE5 from August 15th@ZEE5.”
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Moreover, the movie will also be available in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi, allowing it to be seen by larger audiences.
What is Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala about?
Janaki V vs State of Kerala follows the story of Janaki, a young woman who survives a traumatic event and courageously seeks justice. As the case garners public attention, a high-profile lawyer steps in to defend the accused, intensifying the courtroom battle and exposing cracks in the legal system.
While the film received a lukewarm response at the box office, it delivers a strong message on truth, justice, and power. Whether you missed it in theatres or want to revisit the drama, you can stream Janaki V vs State of Kerala on ZEE5 this Independence Day.
Check out the trailer of Janaki V vs State of Kerala below:
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