OM Chapter 1 Sai Pallavi Introduced as IPS Officer Nithya Reddy in Dhanush’s Upcoming Action Thriller
Actress Sai Pallavi is all set to take on a powerful new role in the upcoming action thriller OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood. The makers unveiled a special glimpse of her character, IPS officer Nithya Reddy, on October 26, 2026, generating excitement among fans.
Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, the film stars Dhanush and Malayalam superstar Mammootty in prominent roles. The movie is scheduled to arrive in theatres on November 20, 2026.
Sai Pallavi Powerful Role as Nithya Reddy
In OM – Chapter 1, Sai Pallavi portrays Nithya Reddy, a determined police officer who takes on a major investigation involving the illegal red sandalwood trade.
According to the character introduction, Nithya previously served as an Assistant Superintendent of Police in Andhra Pradesh before moving to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). She subsequently takes on responsibilities involving Interpol and leads an operation named OM.
Her mission involves tackling illegal sandalwood smuggling while protecting forests and the natural environment. The glimpse also establishes a personal connection between Nithya and her mission, adding emotional depth to her character.
The role marks an interesting change for Sai Pallavi, who is widely appreciated for her natural acting and emotionally engaging performances.
Dhanush and Mammootty Lead the Cast
The film brings together Dhanush and Mammootty in an action-packed story. Dhanush plays a woodcutter whose circumstances bring him into the world of illegal red sandalwood trading.
Mammootty also has an important role, although the makers have kept several details about his character under wraps.
The cast additionally includes Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah. Their involvement adds to the anticipation surrounding the ambitious project.
Rajkumar Periasamy Directs the Film
Rajkumar Periasamy, known for directing Amaran, is writing and directing OM – Chapter 1. The project brings him together with Sai Pallavi again after their previous collaboration.
The film’s technical team includes composer Sai Abhyankkar, cinematographer Ezhil Arasu K and editor R. Kalaivanan. Action sequences are choreographed by Yannick Ben and Kecha Khamphakdee.
The film is produced by Dhanush, Shraddha Agarwal and Azmat Jagmag under the Wunderbar Films and RTake Studios banners.
OM Chapter 1 Release Date
Initially scheduled for an October release, OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood was postponed to avoid a box-office clash with other major releases.
The film is now scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on November 20, 2026. Its combination of action, crime investigation, environmental themes and a prominent ensemble cast makes it one of the upcoming Tamil films to watch.
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With Sai Pallavi stepping into the role of a determined police officer, audiences will be keen to discover how Nithya Reddy’s investigation unfolds and how her character connects with those played by Dhanush and Mammootty.
