In this article, we will discuss the much-awaited movie Jockey, which is an upcoming Indian Tamil language action-drama film and is scheduled to release in theatres on Friday, January 23, 2026. The story of this film revolves around the traditional goat fighting (Kada Sandai) sport played in the South Indian states, and now, critics are eager to enjoy this film in their nearest theatres. Keep reading to know all the details related to this movie, such as release date, cast, crew, ott release, reviews, and more.
| Details | Information |
| Film Name | Jockey (2026) |
| Language (Original) | Tamil |
| Available Languages | Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam |
| Genre | Action Drama |
| Release Date (Theatrical) | Friday, 23 January 2026 |
| Initial Planned Release | 14 January 2026 (Postponed due to Pongal season) |
| Where to Watch (Theatres) | Nearby cinemas / theatres |
| Film Format | 2D |
| Runtime | Approx. 2 Hours 27 Minutes |
| Certification | UA16+ |
| Based On / Theme | Traditional goat fighting sport (Kada Sandai) in South India |
| Trailer / Teaser | “JOCKEY Official Teaser” on YouTube |
| Teaser Shared By | PK7 Studios |
| Budget | Not revealed yet |
| Box Office Expectation | Good opening expected (First day collection predicted strong) |
| OTT Release | Not officially confirmed yet |
| Expected OTT Platforms (Rumoured) | Amazon Prime Video or Zee5 |
| Expected OTT Release Time | End of February 2026 (Expected, 4–5 weeks after release) |
| Lead Actors | Yuvan Krishna, Ridhan Krishna |
| Female Lead | Ammu Abhirami |
| Supporting Cast | Madhu Sudhan Rao, KPY Yogi, Saranya Ravichandran, Sai Dinesh |
| Director | Pragabhal |
| Writer | Pragabhal |
| Production Studio | PK7 Studios |
| Producers | Prema Krishnadas, Devadas C., Jaya Devadas |
| Special Preparation | Lead actors trained with goats in Madurai for authenticity |
| Filming Location / Setting | Madurai (South India) |
| Storyline (Short) | A goat-fighting tradition and caretaker bond turns into a gangster-style conflict due to rivalry during the game |
| Research Effort | Director reportedly lived in Madurai for 3 years to study the culture |
| VFX / CGI Use | Real goats were trained to avoid heavy CGI |
Jockey is an Indian film originally made in the Tamil language and is now going to be released on 23 January 2026. Its release is in the news as it was initially planned to be released on January 14, 2026, but was postponed to avoid the busy Pongal festival season. The film will be available to watch in five languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, in theatres near you. It is an action drama film that also incorporates elements of South Indian culture. The film has a running time of approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes and is a 2D film.
A teaser for the film is available on YouTube, titled JOCKEY Official Teaser, shared by PK7 Studios. The film has a UA16+ rating certification. At present, no information regarding its budget has been revealed, but it is expected that this film will make a good collection at the box office on the first day. Further, no information has been revealed yet on the OTT streaming status of Jockey. However, Tamil-language films typically arrive on Amazon Prime or Zee5 within 4-5 weeks of their theatrical release. Meanwhile, if possible, it will be available to watch on OTT streaming platforms by the end of February 2026.
Cast and Crew Members
Yuvan Krishna and Ridhan Krishna are playing the lead roles, and to ensure authenticity, the duo spent considerable time living with and training goats in Madurai. The film stars Ammu Abhirami in the female lead role. Madhu Sudhan Rao also stars in the supporting cast. Further, KPY Yogi, Saranya Ravichandran, and Sai Dinesh are also in the supporting cast. Jockey is directed and written by Pragabhal. PK7 Studios is producing the film, with Prema Krishnadas, Devadas C., and Jaya Devadas serving as producers.
- Yuvan Krishna
- Ridhaan Krishnas
The film features a talented cast including Ammu Abhirami, Madhu Sudhan Rao, KPY Yogi, Saranya Ravichandran, Sai Dinesh, Dr. Pragabhal, and Sakthi Balaji, with Prema Krishnadas of PK7 Studios also associated with the project.
Storyline and plot
The story revolves around the harsh and inhospitable environment of Madurai, and the film depicts the deep emotional bond between goats and their caretakers, which eventually turns into a brutal gangster drama due to the conflict that arises during the game. It is also reported that the director (Pragabhal) resided in Madurai for three years to research the culture. The filmmaking team purchased and trained real goats for the film to avoid over-reliance on CGL. Stay connected to our site to get more articles on the latest news topics of entertainment.
Songs and Tracklist
| Title | Singer(s) | Key Details |
| “Kapura Gethu” (Promo) | G.V. Prakash Kumar | A high-energy promotional track that serves as the “anthem” for the film’s gritty world. |
| “Thennaatu Siriki” | Kapil Kapilan | A melodic folk-style track focusing on the rustic romance in the film. |
| “Alangaari” | Sathya Prakash, Rakshita Suresh | A soulful melody that has been praised for its traditional instrumentation. |
| “Yaaru Yaaru” | Ashlay JC, Deepan, Sudarshan Ajay, & others | A sizzling dance number with gangster undertones was released as the third single. |
| “Madura Pura Rani” | Vrusha Balu | A feminine-perspective track highlighting the Madurai setting. |
By
By
By
