Vilangu’s Acclaimed Crime Thriller Universe Expands With Warrant on OTT
Vilangu's hit crime thriller universe returns with Warrant, streaming May 22 on ZEE5. With new direction and high fan anticipation, can it match the original’s impact?
Dumtika Editorial
May 2, 2026 · 1 min read
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Vilangu’s Acclaimed Crime Thriller Universe Expands With Warrant on OTT
Vemal returns to the spotlight as the much-celebrated Tamil crime thriller series Vilangu gets a fresh extension, titled Warrant, set to premiere on ZEE5 from May 22. The original Vilangu, which made waves for its gripping storytelling, cemented Vemal's reputation in digital entertainment and was hailed as one of the most riveting crime dramas in recent years.
The new series sees Prasanth Pandiyaraj, who previously directed Vilangu, stepping in as the showrunner, while director Vignesh Natarajan helms the latest installment. Backed by ZEE5, the series aims to build on the solid foundation laid by its predecessor. Notably, Vilangu’s popularity prompted remakes in Kannada and Hindi, named Raakshasa and Bibhishon respectively, underscoring its enduring appeal across languages.
According to the latest reports, the streaming giant will launch an extensive promotional campaign soon. Fans who followed Vilangu’s original run have expressed keen anticipation on social media, eager to see how Warrant continues the saga. The official update confirms, “Warrant will start streaming from May 22 in Tamil.”
With expectations running high, all eyes are on whether Warrant can replicate the critical and commercial success of Vilangu. Viewers can look forward to a fresh wave of suspense as the new season unfolds on ZEE5.
