Malayalam Thriller Dridam Starring Shane Nigam Now Streaming on JioHotstar
Dridam, a Malayalam thriller starring Shane Nigam as Sub Inspector Vijay Radhakrishnan, follows his investigation of mysterious deaths and crimes in a Kerala village. Directed by debutant Martin Joseph Tharakunnel and written by Linto Devasia and Jomon John, the film blends suspense, drama, and emotional depth. Released in theaters on May 8, 2026, Dridam is now available for streaming on JioHotstar in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (72/100). Lens Score 41/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- freepressjournal— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- indiatvnews— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles focus on the film's release and content without engaging in political commentary. They present factual information about the movie's plot, cast, production, and streaming availability, reflecting a neutral entertainment perspective without political framing or bias.
Coverage across the articles is generally positive, highlighting Shane Nigam's praised performance and the film's engaging storytelling. The tone is informative and promotional, emphasizing the film's suspense and emotional elements without critical or negative sentiment.
How 2 sources covered this story
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