After months of speculation and industry buzz, the Adah Sharma-starrer The Kerala Story finally has a confirmed OTT release date. The film, which enjoyed box office success, will be available for streaming on ZEE5 starting February 16, 2024. This news comes as a relief to fans who were eagerly awaiting the film’s digital release. Earlier reports, first revealed by Bollywood Hungama, indicated that The Kerala Story faced challenges securing an OTT platform due to its sensitive subject matter.
Despite the challenges, The Kerala Story secured its OTT release, offering viewers a chance to experience the film at home. Adah Sharma herself shared the news on Instagram, shortly after unveiling the teaser for her upcoming project, Bastar – The Naxal Story.
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The film, directed by Sudipto Sen, explores a controversial theme, leading to concerns about potential audience reactions. An industry source, speaking to Bollywood Hungama earlier, highlighted this as a possible reason for the initial delay in finding an OTT partner. The source stated, “The Kerala Story, while performing well at the box office, touches upon a topic that could spark controversy. This might have made major OTT platforms hesitant.”
Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer at ZEE5 said, “ZEE5, as a platform, is dedicated to delivering content that resonates with audiences globally. Both The Kerala Story’s plot and Adah Sharma’s character have not only earned accolades from fans and critics but have left an indelible mark with their powerful narrative and emotionally stirring performances during the film’s theatrical release. We are glad to bring a film that is based on true events and addresses a sensitive yet important subject. We strongly believe that the film will compel the audience to confront the stark realities, making it a must-watch”.
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