Within a month of hitting theatres, Nivin Pauly’s Baby Girl is ready to reach a wider audience through its digital premiere on Sony LIV. The platform confirmed on Thursday that the thriller will begin streaming on February 12, marking a swift turnaround that reflects both the film’s topical pull and the appetite for grounded genre stories on OTT.
A race against time wrapped in quiet dread
Directed by Arun Varma and scripted by the Bobby-Sanjay duo, Baby Girl revolves around the disappearance of a newborn and the chain of events that follow the incident. Set largely within hospital spaces, the film traces the ripple effects of the mystery as it unfolds through corridors, night shifts, and everyday interactions. The narrative is anchored by Nivin Pauly, who plays Sanal, a hospital attendant who becomes closely involved in the search for answers.
The film features an ensemble cast that supports the central storyline. Lijomol Jose, Abhimanyu Thilakan and Sangeeth Prathap appear in key roles that intersect with the investigation, each representing different perspectives connected to the disappearance.
The extended cast includes Azees Nedumangad, Major Ravi, Nandu, Aditi Ravi, Sreejith Ravi, Jaffer Idukki, Alphy Panjikaran, Kaillash, Kichu Tellu, Nisha Sarang, Aswanth Lal and Prem Prakash. These characters form part of the film’s wider social setting, situating the events within a familiar and recognisable environment.
On the technical front, the film brings together a steady creative team. Cinematography is handled by Faiz Siddik, with visuals shaped around controlled framing and subdued colour palettes. Sam CS composes the background score, while editing duties are carried out by Shyjith Kumaran, who structures the narrative flow across its investigative arc. Baby Girl is produced by Magic Frames, headed by Listin Stephen.
For Nivin Pauly, the digital release arrives at a busy phase in his career. The actor is currently shooting for Girish AD’s upcoming rom-com Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, which also stars Mamitha Baiju. He is also awaiting the release of a political drama directed by B Unnikrishnan, along with Dear Students, where he appears in a cameo opposite Nayanthara. With Baby Girl now set to stream, audiences who missed it in theatres get a chance to catch one of his more understated recent performances.
As Malayalam cinema continues to find a strong second life on streaming platforms, Baby Girl stands as a reminder that tightly written, performance-driven thrillers can travel well beyond the big screen.
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