The psychological thriller Ugly Story is set for its OTT premiere on Aha from June 5, 2026. Starring Sree Nandu and Avika Gor in lead roles, the film is making a quick transition to digital just two weeks after its theatrical release on May 22, 2026.
Two-Week Theatrical Window Sparks Discussion
The Ugly Story OTT release comes within 14 days of its theatrical debut, a timeline that highlights the ongoing debate around OTT windows in Telugu cinema. While industry voices like director Gunasekhar have called for a minimum 3-month theatrical window to protect box office revenues, films with modest performance continue to opt for faster digital premieres to reach streaming audiences.
Popular OTT platform Aha has officially announced the June 5 streaming date. The makers are banking on the platform’s subscriber base to give the psychological thriller a second chance to connect with audiences who may have missed it in theatres.
Bilingual Streaming and Production Details
Ugly Story will be available on Aha in both Telugu and Tamil from day one. The simultaneous release of a dubbed Tamil version allows the thriller to expand its reach across South Indian markets.
Directed by Pranav Swarup and produced under the Riya Jiya Productions banner, the film features Shivaji Raja and Ravi Teja Mahadasyam in key supporting roles alongside leads Sree Nandu and Avika Gor. Shravan Bharadwaj has composed the music and background score.
For thriller enthusiasts who missed Ugly Story during its theatrical run, the OTT release on Aha offers an opportunity to experience the film’s suspense-driven narrative starting June 5. The quick digital pivot ensures the film reaches its target audience despite its brief theatrical window.