Filmmaker Atlee  has another reason to celebrate as Baththa bags the Best Feature Film award at the India Film Festival of Alberta (IFFA) 2026. The film also earned an Official Selection at the festival, adding another significant milestone to its journey. Further strengthening the achievement, Sai Prithviraj received a Special Mention in the Best Actor category for his performance, making it a double honour for the film.

Directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, Baththa has also made its mark at the domestic box office, recording a steady theatrical run and finding appreciation among audiences. Released on October 1, 2026, the film witnessed a promising opening weekend and continued to attract attention through positive word of mouth.

The film features Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi alongside Sai Prithviraj, Lijomol Jose, Ajay Ghosh and Arjun Chidambaram. Vijay Sethupathi's portrayal and Sai Prithviraj's performance have drawn appreciation, with the young actor particularly winning hearts for his natural expressions and emotionally engaging portrayal. The film's story, which explores an unlikely bond between a gangster and a young boy, has also resonated with viewers.

Written and directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, Baththa is presented by Star Studio18 and Atlee, and produced under the banners of Cine1 Studios and A For Apple Studios. The film is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare, with Ashwin Murugan as co-producer. Celebrating the double recognition, A For Apple Studios shared the announcement on social media, making IFFA 2026 a proud international milestone for Atlee, the producers, director Balaji Tharaneetharan, Sai Prithviraj and the entire team.