Keerthy Suresh in black robes, arguing against Mysskin. That one image is enough to sell Sathyavan Savithiri.
The teaser mixes a light, warm tone with a proper courtroom face-off: a junior lawyer who believes in doing the right thing, and her boss, who seems to have chosen the wrong side.
Here is the release date, cast, story and why it took four extra months to reach theatres.
| Movie | Sathyavan Savithiri |
| Release date | November 20, 2026 (theatres) |
| Original date | July 24, 2026 |
| Writer-director | Praveen S. Vijay |
| Producers | Drumsticks Productions, Zee Studios |
| Music | Sam CS |
| Cinematography | Arul Vincent |
| Editor | GK Prasanna |
| Language | Tamil |
Sathyavan Savithiri story

Savithri is a newcomer lawyer juggling a high-stakes case with romance, marriage and family. When her boss takes the side of the wrongdoers in a case, she tries to change his mind, and ends up seeing who he really is.
The title nods to the classic Satyavan and Savitri legend, about a woman who outwits fate itself. Expect that idea to be played with, lightly.
Sathyavan Savithiri cast

Keerthy Suresh plays Savithri and Mysskin plays her senior, Markandeyan. Mysskin has become one of Tamil cinema’s most interesting screen presences since acting in films like Maaveeran.
The supporting cast includes Heartbeat Charukesh, Bala Saravanan, Madhusudhanan, Shilpa Manjunath, R Sundararajan, Brigida, Mala Parvathi and A Venkatesh.
Why it moved from July to November

The film was first set for July 24, 2026. According to reports, it moved to avoid a clash with Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, which released on July 23.
Drumsticks Productions then announced November 20 as the new worldwide release date.
Is Sathyavan Savithiri worth watching?

Reviews are not out yet. If you liked Keerthy Suresh in grounded roles like Mahanati and enjoy courtroom dramas, this is a strong option on a crowded November 20, which also has OM Chapter 1 and Party Animals.
FAQ
When is Sathyavan Savithiri releasing?
November 20, 2026, in theatres.
Who directed Sathyavan Savithiri?
Praveen S. Vijay, who also wrote it.
Who does Keerthy Suresh play?
Savithri, a newcomer lawyer.
Who does Mysskin play?
Markandeyan, a senior lawyer and her boss.
Who composed the music?
Sam CS.
Why was Sathyavan Savithiri postponed?
It moved from July 24 to avoid a clash with Jana Nayagan, according to reports.
Watch the official trailer on YouTube.
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