“Shane Nigam’s ‘Balti’ hits screens on Sept 26”

Fans of sports dramas have a reason to celebrate as Shane Nigam’s much-anticipated kabaddi film Balti is set to release worldwide on September 26, 2025. Originally slated for an August release, the bilingual Malayalam-Tamil movie has been postponed slightly to allow final refinements, ensuring a polished cinematic experience.

Directed by debutant Unni Sivalingam, Balti marks Shane Nigam’s 25th lead role. He plays a skilled Kabaddi raider caught between sports action and intense crime rivalries, delivering a performance that promises both physicality and emotion. Adding authenticity, the cast features real Pro Kabaddi League stars, including Anup Kumar, giving the film a genuine sports edge.

Produced by Santosh T. Kuruvilla and Binu George Alexander, the film has already built excitement with the release of its trailer on September 21, which garnered over 3.5 million views within 36 hours. Advance bookings opened on September 24 in key markets such as Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, signaling strong audience anticipation.

With a mix of high-octane sports sequences, gripping drama, and stellar performances, Balti aims to capture both kabaddi enthusiasts and general audiences alike when it hits theatres worldwide this September.