India, Bhubaneswar, 15th October 2025: AAO NXT, Eastern India’s first independent OTT platform and a trailblazer in regional digital entertainment, today announced its latest original feature film Karma. Directed by Anupam Patnaik, this atmospheric thriller delves into themes of destiny, retribution, and the haunting inevitability of choices that can never be undone.
At the heart of the story is Special Investigation Officer Amar Patnaik, who finds himself stranded in a desolate graveyard. As he uncovers chilling secrets buried in the shadows, Amar is forced into a reckoning with fate itself. With its layered narrative, Karma promises to push audiences into a space where suspense meets philosophy leaving them with questions long after the credits roll.
The film is written by Nishant Majithia and Manash Padhiary, with a stellar ensemble cast that includes Subhajit Anand, Abigail Bean, Abi, Choudhury Jayaprakash Das, Pradeep Debta, Manmay Dey, Udit Guru, Sanoj Kumar, Suryamayee Mahapatra, Nishant Majithia, Anubhav Mohanty, Divyadisha Mohanty, Jagannath Sahoo, Si Panchanan Patra, and Tapas Sargharia.
Backing the vision is a strong creative team: produced by Anupam Patnaik and Barsha Patnaik, with Gopal Ghadai as Executive Producer and Dibyajyoti Mohanty as Line Producer. The world of Karma is brought alive through the music of Ashish Pradhan, the lens of cinematographer Deepak Kumar, the sharp edits of Rashmi Ranjan Dash, and evocative art design by Amiya Maharana and Sudhansu Mohanty.
Speaking about the launch, Kaushik Das, Founder & CEO of AAO NXT, said: “Karma is an evocative reminder that no story is free from consequence. At AAO NXT, we are deeply invested in bringing narratives that not only entertain but also provoke thought. Odisha has a rich tradition of storytelling, and with Karma, we continue our mission of elevating regional cinema to global standards. This film is a fine example of the kind of original, powerful content we are proud to champion on our platform.”
Since its launch, AAO NXT has consistently challenged conventional notions of regional OTT by spotlighting original Odia content with universal appeal. From thought-provoking web series to award-winning films, the platform has carved a niche as a cultural flagbearer of Eastern India. With Karma, AAO NXT further strengthens its content slate with a story that blends suspense, drama, and philosophy in equal measure.
The exclusive premiere of Karma will stream only on AAO NXT, reinforcing the platform’s promise of being “all about originals.”