After spending a few months in theatres, Kenatha Kanom is now preparing for its digital release. The Tamil comedy-drama, led by actor Yogi Babu, combines humour with a story rooted in rural struggles and social issues. Directed by the late Suresh Sangaiah, the film attracted attention for its unusual premise and has now found a new platform to reach viewers who may have missed it during its theatrical run.Kenatha Kanom OTT release date and platformThe makers have officially confirmed that Kenatha Kanom will begin streaming on JioHotstar from June 16, 2026. The OTT release comes a little over three months after the film first arrived in cinemas on March 13, 2026.With its digital premiere, the film is expected to reach a wider audience across the country, especially among viewers interested in Tamil village dramas that mix comedy with social commentary.What is Kenatha Kanom about?Set in the drought-hit Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, Kenatha Kanom follows the story of a village that has been struggling with a severe water shortage for years. The lack of water affects everyday life, and repeated efforts to solve the crisis fail to produce any results.At the centre of the story is Manivasagar, played by Yogi Babu. He is a temple priest and sculptor known for speaking his mind. At the same time, he is in love with a local woman named Yazhini. However, her father refuses to approve their relationship while the village continues to suffer from the water crisis.As the situation worsens, villagers decide to dig a well near Manivasagar's home in the hope of finding water. What begins as a simple attempt to solve a local problem soon takes an unexpected turn. During the excavation, an ancient dinosaur fossil believed to be around 66 million years old is discovered.The finding changes everything. Archaeologists and government officials arrive and take control of the site. The villagers, who were only looking for water, suddenly find themselves dealing with bureaucracy, regulations and outside intervention. The film uses this unusual situation to explore larger themes related to rural hardship, governance and the conflict between local needs and official decisions.— JioHotstartam (@JioHotstartam) Cast and crewApart from Yogi Babu, the film features Lovelyn Chandrashekhar as Yazhini and Raichel Rabecca in a key role. The supporting cast includes George Maryan, Ramakrishnan, Kavitha Bharathi and Rajendiran.Kenatha Kanom holds special significance as it was the final directorial project completed by Suresh Sangaiah before his passing. The film was produced by R. Ramesh Babu and Jegan Baskaran under the banners RB Talkies and Box Office Studio.The technical team included cinematographer V. Thiyagarajan, editor R. Ramar and music composer Nivas K. Prasanna. The lyrics were written by Madurai R. Muralidaran, Mohanraja and Jegan Kaviraj, while the dialogues were penned by Gurunathan and Suresh Sangaiah.While Kenatha Kanom received mixed reviews during its theatrical run, several viewers appreciated its attempt to blend satire, village life and social concerns into an unconventional narrative. The film's unusual mix of comedy, romance, mystery and commentary on water scarcity helped it stand out from more conventional releases.