ChaO (2026)
▸ Just released — verdict soon
The verdict
ChaO is brand new to the list — too early for the Japanese film's numbers to mean much yet. It keeps things short at 90 minutes — no heavy commitment required. It's in theatres in India now — best caught on the big screen.
Reviewers found plenty to like here. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Story
In a futuristic world where humans and mermaids coexist, the life of mild-mannered office worker Stephan is upended when he is suddenly proposed to by Chao — a princess from the mermaid kingdom. With no time to make sense of what's happening, Stephan soon finds himself living with the unpredictable, wholehearted Chao, and her sincere love begins to break down his emotional barriers.
Good to know
| Runtime | 90 min — short |
| Genre | Animation / Fantasy |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Yasuhiro Aoki
Cast
Ouji Suzuka
Stephan (voice)
Anna Yamada
Chao (voice)
Kavka Shishido
Maibei (voice)
Yuuichirou Umehara
Roberta (voice)
Kenta Miyake
King Neptunus (voice)
Shunsei Ōta
Juno (voice)
Where to watch in India
In theatres
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Where can I watch ChaO?
ChaO is currently playing in theatres across India. An OTT release hasn't been announced yet.
When is ChaO releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
An OTT release date for ChaO hasn't been officially announced yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
What language is ChaO in?
ChaO is a Japanese film (Animation / Fantasy).