- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:14 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
New Kannada OTT And Theatrical Releases: After a quiet week at the box office, with Deepavali releases enjoying an extended run, the tables have turned with several major theatrical releases hitting cinemas this week. Conversely, the OTT space has slowed down, lacking substantial new titles. However, Kannada cinema fans have reason to rejoice as a slew of exciting films are poised to make their OTT debut on prominent platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+Hotstar, and JioCinema, offering an enticing lineup of entertainment options.
New Kannada OTT And Theatrical Releases
Bagheera
Bagheera is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language superhero film helmed by acclaimed director Dr. Suri. Based on a captivating story by Prashanth Neel, this action-packed venture is produced by Vijay Kiragandur. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring Sriimurali in the lead role, supported by talented actors Rukmini Vasanth, Prakash Raj, Sudha Rani, Ramachandra Raju, Achyuth Kumar, and Rangayana Raghu, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience. Bagheera will release on OTT in the first week of December
Martin
Martin is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language action thriller film which has been directed by A. P. Arjun and based on a gripping story by Arjun Sarja. The movie is produced by Uday K. Mehta and Suraj Uday Mehta. Dhruva Sarja takes centre stage in a dynamic dual role, supported by a talented ensemble cast including Vaibhavi Shandilya, Anveshi Jain, Sukrutha Wagle, Achyuth Kumar, and Nikitin Dheer. The film's soundtrack and background score are crafted by renowned composers Mani Sharma and Ravi Basrur, with captivating cinematography by Satya Hegde and precision editing by K. M. Prakash.
Martin will soon be available for free streaming in November, only on Zee5.
Kanguva
Kanguva boasts an unprecedented budget of over Rs 350 crore, dwarfing notable productions like Pushpa and Singham. Filmed across seven nations, this prehistoric epic sought expertise from Hollywood professionals in action and cinematography. A colossal war sequence, involving 10,000 participants, promises a breathtaking spectacle. Studio Green has forged alliances with leading distributors for a massive global release on November 14, 2024, ensuring 'Kanguva' leaves an indelible mark on the world cinema landscape.
Matka
Varun Tej takes center stage in the upcoming Telugu period crime drama, inspired by the fascinating life of infamous Matka gambler Ratan Khetri. Helmed by writer-director Karuna Kumar, the film spans 24 pivotal years, from 1958 to 1982, tracing the transformation of Varun's character, Vasu, as he establishes the notorious Matka gambling empire. Boasting an impressive ensemble cast, including Meenakshi Chaudhary, Norah Fatehi, Saloni Aswani, Kishore, and P Ravishankar, this gripping narrative will also be dubbed in Kannada, catering to a broader audience.
Matka is all set to hit the theatres on November 15, 2024.