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The story so far: Yet another tussle is brewing in the Malayalam film industry over the release of the latest films in over-the-top (OTT) platforms, which has already led to quite a few run-ins between the exhibitors and producers. Late in July, Film Exhibitors United Organisation of Kerala (FEUOK) put forward a suggestion to the Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce that films be made available for OTT release only 56 days after the theatrical release. The Film Chamber as well as the Producers’ Association is yet to respond, but the FEUOK has made it clear that it will implement the new rule from Onam onwards, after which the body will not cooperate with producers or stars flouting it. Also read: Kerala government to launch new OTT platform CSpace How has Malayalam cinema adapted to the OTT scenario? Aditi Rao Hydari in ‘Sufiyum Sujathayum’, the first Malayalam direct OTT release | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement When Naranipuzha Shanavas’s Sufiyum Sujathayum … [Read more...] about Explained | Tussle between Malayalam cinema exhibitors and producers over OTT releases

During the Covid-19 pandemic, we saw several films released directly on OTT platforms. All of us binge-watched shows and movies on OTT platforms. And while the situation has improved, the number of films on OTT platforms hasn’t declined. The big as well as small-budget films first hit theatres now and then are available for streaming on OTT platforms in a month of so. Let’s take a look at recent films that are streaming on OTT platforms and films that will also release on digital platforms this month. 777 Charlie Rakshit Shetty’s 777 Charlie received a good response when it was released in theatres. Now, the film has started streaming on Voot on July 29. Directed by Kiran Raj, 777 Charlie tells the story of a young man named Dharma and a dog named Charlie. Prakasham Parakkatte Prakashan Parakkatte, directed by Shahad Nilambur, features Mathew Thomas, Dileesh Pothan and Saiju Kurup in lead roles. The film has been produced by Aju Varghese, Vishak Subramaniam and Tinu Thomas … [Read more...] about 777 Charlie to Darlings, Films Releasing on OTT This Month

Bigg Boss contestants Janaki Sudheer and Amritha Vinod will soon be seen in the lesbian love story Holy Wound which will debut on the OTT platform SS Frames on August 12. The film, which was directed by Ashok R. Nath, tells the tale of two young girls who fell in love as children but subsequently had to part ways. In an earlier interview with OTTplay, director Ashok said the movie aims to “drive home the message of how gender does not play a pivotal role when it comes to love.” The movie has been screened at a number of film festivals, including Sahasrara International Film Festival, KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival, and Frameline San Francisco International LGBTQ Film Festival. Holy Wound is a silent movie, and the director has maintained that he purposefully made that decision to convey the interaction between the movie’s two female protagonists. From the trailer, it can be grasped that the story is about two gay women, one who gets married against her will and … [Read more...] about Malayalam Movie Holy Wound, A Unique Take on Lesbian Love, Ready For OTT Release

Bigg Boss OTT Kannada Season 1 started streaming on Voot app on August 6. In the first episode, the contestants shed tears recalling the hardships they faced in their lives. In the episode, Sanya Iyer shared about herself and stated that she did not get her father’s love. Somanna Machimada got emotional while talking about the problems in her family. Similarly, Chaitra Hallikeri opened up about how she was cheated and abused by her husband’s family. Shirsha Gowda could not control her tears while talking about the pain she suffered after her mother’s death and the stigma attached to it. A promo of the same has been shared by Colors Super TV on Instagram account. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Colors Super (@colorssupertv) The show streams live at 7 pm every day only on Voot app. The viewers can watch their favourite contestants 24*7 on the OTT platform. Kiccha Sudeep is hosting the first season of Bigg Boss Kannada OTT and the show has 16 … [Read more...] about Kannada Bigg Boss OTT: Contestants Get Emotional Recalling Hardships In Life

In almost four decades of his career, Annu Kapoor has not shied away from experimenting. Be it with roles or the medium, Kapoor is one of the few actors who has done it all. The actor made his debut on the digital streaming platform Paurashpur last year and returns to OTT with Amazon Prime Video’s new series Crash Course. The actor plays the role of Ratanraj Jindal who is hell-bent on monopolising the education business in Kota. Ahead of the show’s premiere, Kapoor got candid about the changing tides in Bollywood in a chat with News18 Showsha and shared his views on the diminishing boundaries between North and South films. Lately, regional films especially from the South have been doing great business in the Hindi-speaking circuits. Addressing the shift in dynamics, Kapoor pointed out that besides OTT offering a wide reach, which allows people to explore more content, there are a few other factors as well that have contributed to the shift in trends. “There are other primary … [Read more...] about Annu Kapoor on OTT Impacting Bollywood Box Office: ‘Entertainment Will Not Take Backseat’ | Exclusive

After the successful run of its Hindi edition, Bigg Boss OTT has made a comeback on Voot for its Kannada-speaking audiences. The first season of Bigg Boss OTT Kannada, hosted by Sandalwood superstar Kiccha Sudeep, premiered on the streaming platform on August 6. On Saturday, the host introduced a total of sixteen celebrity contestants to the viewers on the grand premiere episode of the controversial reality show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KicchaSudeepa (@kichchasudeepa) However, in a dramatic turn of events, out of the sixteen celebrities contesting for the coveted title, social media sensation Sonu Srinivas Gowda, alongside seven others, got nominated on the first day itself! In addition to their nomination, all eight of them were also evicted from the Bigg Boss OTT house in the first week of the popular Voot show. The shocking development has now compelled each contestant to roll up their sleeves on this journey rife with unexpected … [Read more...] about Bigg Boss OTT Kannada: Sonu Srinivas Gowda Nominated For Elimination

Bigg Boss Kannada OTT is all set to premiere on Voot app on August 6. The makers of the show have been sharing updates about the show to keep the buzz alive ahead of the launch of the reality show. Ahead of the grand premier of the first season of Bigg Boss Kannada OTT, we have now received a small glimpse of the new Big Boss house. Parameshwar Gundkal, who heads the business division at Colors Kannada, has shared the first photo of the BB house on Instagram. The photo shows the impressive new set of the show, colourful decors and camera setup. The photo also features a sculpture of a man with his eyes blindfolded. The picture seems to be from the living area of the new glasshouse. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Parameshwar Gundkal (@parameshwargundkal) One user wrote, “No one’s gonna watch if it’s ott.” Another one shared similar thoughts by saying, “It’s bad that it’s only OTT this time. Don’t know how many will watch!” According to … [Read more...] about Bigg Boss Kannada OTT First Look Photo Out Ahead of August 6 Launch

Bigg Boss Kannada is all set to get an OTT release in August with its first season. The makers have released the promo on Instagram. As per the promo, actor Kichcha Sudeepa is seen walking the red carpet as fans gathered around questioning him about the premiere of Bigg Boss Kannada season 9. He hints that it is in fact Season 1. The promo reveals that Bigg Boss Kannada OTT will kick off on August 6 at 7 pm on Voot and will stream 24×7. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Parameshwar Gundkal (@parameshwargundkal) The makers will then launch the TV reality show with its 9th season after a gap of ten days. Few of the contestants from Bigg Boss Kannada are likely to participate in season 9 of Bigg Boss Kannada. Bigg Boss OTT as well as season 9 is to be hosted by ‘Abhinaya Chakravarthy’ of the Kannada Film Industry – Kichcha Sudeepa Read all the Latest News and Breaking News here … [Read more...] about Bigg Boss Kannada OTT Promo Out. Take A Look

Filmmaker VV Rushika’s upcoming Telugu movie Ikshu is all set to hit the screens in September first week. The makers will announce the date soon. Young actor Ram Agnivesh is making his debut with the movie. Rajiv Kanakala, Baahubali Prabhakar and Chitram Srinu are playing important roles in the movie. The film also marks VV Rushika’s debut as a director in Tollywood. The movie is bankrolled by Dr Hanmanth Rao Naidu under the banner of Padmaja Film Factory. The film’s post-production work is in progress and the movie will be released in five languages. Recently the trailer of the movie was released and it received a good response from the audiences. Director Rushika and actor Ram Agnivesh received accolades for a good story and acting. The movie revolves around Ikshva, a 16-year-old boy who seeks help from a police officer to find his missing parents. An uninvited guest and local goons turn his fate around. Will he find his parents? Chammak Chandra is also playing an important … [Read more...] about Rajiv Kanakala’s Ikshu To Be Released in September

Click here to read the full article. “ Emily ,” a biopic starring Emma Mackey as “Wuthering Heights” writer Emily Brontë, will have its world premiere through Toronto International Film Festival’s Platform program, the festival announced Wednesday. Platform, which was established in 2015 and is named after the 2000 film by Jia Zhang-ke, screens eight to 12 films from a diverse range of global filmmakers with rising careers. After the screenings, the Platform Prize, an award of $20,000 CAD, is given to one film selected by an international jury. Previous Platform selections include acclaimed films such as “Sound of Metal,” “The Death of Stalin,” “Jackie,” “Moonlight,” “Lady Macbeth” and “High-Rise.” More from Variety Toronto Film Festival Unveils Lineup Featuring New Works From Sam Mendes, Tyler Perry, Darren Aronofsky, Sarah Polley Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton to Speak at TIFF Industry Conference - Film News in Brief Lena Dunham's 'Catherine … [Read more...] about Emily Brontë Biopic ‘Emily,’ Starring Emma Mackey, to Open Toronto Film Festival Platform Program