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Tamil CINEMA · 2026
Baththa Tamil Movie
பத்தா
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Overview
In 1986 Madras, a timid eight-year-old boy accidentally traps a feared gangster inside a deserted school toilet. As the gangster is forced to confront hunger, loneliness and his own vulnerability, an unlikely bond begins to grow between the two, changing their lives forever.
A closer look
Baththa (2026) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, Comedy, Action. Directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. The cast includes Vijay Sethupathi, Lijomol Jose, Sai Prithviraj, Sahasra Sree. Runtime: 159 minutes.
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Baththa FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Baththa?
Baththa is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Baththa?
Our source metadata lists 1 October 2026. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Baththa?
The listed director is Balaji Tharaneetharan.
Who is in the cast of Baththa?
The available cast credits include Vijay Sethupathi, Lijomol Jose, Sai Prithviraj, Sahasra Sree, Santhy Balachandran. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Baththa?
The recorded runtime is 159 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Baththa?
The source lists these genres: Drama, Comedy, Action.
What is the original title of Baththa?
The original title in our source data is பத்தா. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Baththa about?
In 1986 Madras, a timid eight-year-old boy accidentally traps a feared gangster inside a deserted school toilet. As the gangster is forced to confront hunger, loneliness and his own vulnerability, an unlikely bond begins to grow between the two, changing their lives forever.
Is a trailer available for Baththa?
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