Bethlehem Kudumba Unit OTT Streaming Postponed
Girish A.D.’s Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has emerged as a sensational Malayalam blockbuster. Starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, the romantic comedy is produced by Dileesh Pothan, Fahadh Faasil and Syam Pushkaran under Bhavana Studios. Sangeeth Prathap, Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna and Shyam Mohan also play key roles.
Released on August 21 as an Onam entertainer, the film has delivered extraordinary word of mouth. It crossed ₹300 crore worldwide in just 24 days, overtaking Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra to become Malayalam cinema’s highest-grossing film. By Day 26, reports placed its worldwide gross at ₹310.55 crore.
The blockbuster’s phenomenal theatrical run has also affected its digital premiere. JioHotstar has reportedly secured the streaming rights, while an early September 18 date was discussed. However, reports now indicate that the OTT release is likely to be pushed to September 25 to accommodate the film’s continued theatrical momentum.
September 25 is currently an expected date, not an officially confirmed premiere. The film’s earlier OTT window had already created multiplex concerns around its Telugu and Tamil releases, before the window was extended. With theatres still attracting audiences, the makers appear keen to maximize the blockbuster’s remaining theatrical run.
- Veda
