Is Mohanlal’s 360th Film ‘Thudarum’ Set for January 30 Release?
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Synopsis
As anticipation builds for Mohanlal's 360th film, 'Thudarum,' fans are anxious about the lack of updates from director Tharun Moorthy. The film, featuring Shobana, raises questions regarding its release amid changing industry dynamics and the impact on OTT agreements.
Key Takeaways
- Social media buzzes with excitement for Mohanlal’s 360th film, Thudarum.
- The film marks a significant collaboration with Shobana.
- Fans express concerns over the absence of promotional content.
- Producers face challenges with OTT agreements.
- Uncertainty looms about the film's scheduled release date.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 20 (NationPress) Social media is buzzing with anticipation as fans look forward to the release of superstar Mohanlal's 360th film, Thudarum. This film represents his 56th collaboration with the legendary co-star Shobana, heightening the excitement surrounding the project.
Amidst the enthusiasm, there is rising concern as fans seek updates from director Tharun Moorthy regarding the absence of promotional content. One fan expressed, "We are all waiting for a teaser or pre-release events, but nothing has been shared yet. We hope the film releases as scheduled.”
The announcement and subsequent filming of Thudarum have sparked considerable interest, with Shobana expressing her delight at working with Mohanlal for the 56th time. This production also marks the 14th film produced by Renjith under his Rajaputra Films banner.
In the movie, Mohanlal portrays a taxi driver, a role reminiscent of earlier performances that solidified his superstar status. The film is helmed by Tharun Moorthy, with a script by K.S. Sunil and cinematography by Shaji. Notable actor-comedian Maniyan Pillai Raju also has a significant part in this film.
Reports indicate that the producers are striving to finalize an OTT release agreement, a task made challenging by shifting industry dynamics. A source close to the production, speaking to IANS on the condition of anonymity, highlighted the financial challenges that producers are facing due to changing relationships between theatrical releases and OTT platforms.
“Previously, OTT agreements provided producers with considerable upfront payments, alleviating the financial pressures of theatrical releases. However, OTT platforms are now waiting to assess the performance of films in theaters before making commitments, which has disrupted the traditional funding model,” the source conveyed to IANS.
The decline in OTT agreements has forced producers to rely on high-interest loans from private lenders, complicating release plans further. With just ten days remaining, uncertainty surrounds whether Thudarum will be released in theaters as planned.
Fans and industry insiders are closely monitoring the situation, hoping for clarity in the coming days.
