Keerthy Suresh Period Movie Hits a Major Roadblock - Troubles?
Kerala minister for media Saji Cherian has insisted on cinema production of malayalam actor Mohanlal's blockbuster movie 'Marakkar: lion of the Arabian Sea,' helmed by famed movie director Priyadarshan. Cherian stated that the OTT component was considered when the multiplexes were shutdown, and that the government is adamant in its belief that movies should be presented in cinemas initially, as he anticipates with 'Marakkar.'
After a six-month hiatus, movie theatres in kerala finally began showing films this week, with strict Covid standards permitting only 50% of the maximum seating capacity, putting a damper on filmmakers and theatre owners. Antony Perumbavoor, the creator of 'Marakkar,' first revealed that the filmmakers are considering all alternatives, including an OTT distribution, and that they have now almost finalised the arrangement for a Prime Video release.
This choice has irritated the state's theatre owners, who are struggling financially and believe that if a big picture like 'Marakkar' goes on OTT, they would be in danger. Perumbavoor requested a minimum guarantee from theater chains, according to an insider, but the price Perumbavoor is seeking for is very large. This movie has cost Perumbavoor a whopping Rs.87 crores, so he's not ready to back down, and with Cherian also pushing for a cinema release, it'll be interesting to see what happens next.