Actor-filmmaker Basil Joseph on Friday announced that his upcoming production Athiradi will open with paid premieres in select theatres worldwide on May 13, a day before its official theatrical release. Sharing the update on his social media handles, Basil revealed that these special screenings will commence from 6:30 pmonwards, giving eager audiences an early chance to catch the film.The move follows a growing trend among Malayalam releases to build word-of-mouth momentum through premiere shows.