Identity is a Malayalam-language action thriller film starring Tovino Thomas as Haran Shankar and Trisha as Alisha Abdul Salam in the lead roles. It was released in theatres on January 2, 2025, and received a mixed response from critics and audiences. The film is set to drop on OTT in January 2025.
When and where to watch Identity?
The film is set to drop on January 31, 2025. It will be available on ZEE5. Apart from Malayalam, the film will also stream in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi. Identity explores themes of identity, memory, and justice.
The film also explores other themes, including obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, rare medical conditions, and witness protection, among others.
Plot
The plot of the film revolves around a terrifying crime that unfolds in Coimbatore. A cold and calculated criminal stalks victims with brutal precision, and a blackmail plot comes to light, igniting a series of events. A witness with a photographic memory emerges and could play a crucial role in solving the crimes and apprehending the culprit. With the help of a skilled sketch artist, they must identify the antagonist before time runs out.
Cast and production of Identity
The film features Tovino Thomas as Haran Shankar, Trisha as Alisha Abdul Salam, Vinay Rai as CI Allen Jacob, Mandira Bedi as Supriya Gopal, Aju Varghese as DYSP Dinesh Chandran, Shammi Thilakan as Dr Sudharshan, Arjun Radhakrishnan as Amar, and Dhruvan as Deepak John, among others. It is written and directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan. Raju Malliath and Roy CJ under the banner of Ragam Movies and Confident Group.
