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- By Ridhi Suri
- Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:20 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Manjummel Boys OTT Release Date OUT: The Malayalam-language survival thriller directed by Chidambaram and produced by Parava Films, is reported to make its debut on Disney+ Hotstar in May 3. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast including Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, and others, the film is based on a true incident from 2006 and follows a group of friends from Manjummel near Kochi on a vacation to Kodaikanal. Upon its release on February 22, 2024, in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, it garnered widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike.
Manjummel Boys became the first Malayalam film to surpass Rs 200 crore at the box office, setting various records and emerging as the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever. It also achieved the distinction of being the highest-grossing Malayalam film overseas and one of the top-grossing Indian films of 2024.
Manjummel Boys On OTT
According to recent reports, Disney+ Hotstar has secured the post-theatrical rights for Manjummel Boys. The movie is set to be available in several major Indian languages, such as Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. However, there hasn't been an official announcement regarding the film's OTT release from either its producers or the streaming platform.
Manjummel Boys: Budget
Reportedly, the Malayalam blockbuster movie was produced with a budget of Rs 20 crore.
Manjummel Boys: Plot
In 2006, a group of friends from an arts club in Kochi embark on a trip to Kodaikanal during the Onam vacation. While exploring the Guna Caves, they encounter a tragic incident when one of their friends, Subhash, played by Sreenath Bhasi, falls into a deep hole. Despite initial disbelief and panic, they rally for help from locals and authorities. Facing accusations and resistance, they persist in their rescue efforts, eventually retrieving Subhash with the bravery of one friend, Siju David (Master Gavin). Subhash receives medical treatment, and the group decides to keep the incident secret, attributing his injuries to a waterfall fall. Subhash undergoes trauma therapy and gradually recuperates, while Siju's heroism is later recognised and honoured with a medal, commemorating the real-life Manjummel Boys.
The principal photography for the film commenced in Kodaikanal on January 26, 2023, and concluded on July 17. Spanning approximately 101 working days across multiple schedules, the filming process captured various scenes. Additionally, certain sequences were shot in Kochi and Perumbavoor. Noteworthy is the intricate construction of the cave and its surroundings, overseen by production designer Ajayan Chalissery.