Suhas' comedy entertainer Hey Balwanth is now streaming on ZEE5, giving viewers who missed it in cinemas a chance to watch at home. The film, which opened on February 20, 2026, received mixed reviews and modest box office returns, but ZEE5 acquired the digital rights and is now bringing it to a wider streaming audience.
Hey Balwanth is available on ZEE5 in four languages: Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, giving it a broader reach across South India than it managed in theaters. The multi-language rollout is expected to boost the film's popularity, especially among viewers who missed it in cinemas.
The film stars Suhas, known for Color Photo and Writer Padma Bhushan, alongside veteran actor Naresh, Shivani Nagaram, Vennela Kishore, and Sudarshan. Directed by Gopi Atchara, Hey Balwanth explores themes of family, morality, and identity, blending comedy and drama elements.
Produced by B. Narendra Reddy under Trishul Visionary Studios, Hey Balwanth has a budget of ₹10 crores and has collected ₹5 crores share at the box office. ZEE5 acquired the digital rights for ₹6 crores, making it a worthwhile investment for the makers. With its OTT release, Hey Balwanth is expected to reach a wider audience and gain more traction. The film's runtime is 2 hours and 15 minutes, and it has been awarded an A certificate by the censors due to its mature themes.