Amidst the lockdown, the film industry is surely facing huge trouble. There are many films that were slated to release in the first half of this year, but the shooting as well as the release date, schedules have gone for a toss.
We have been hearing that filmmakers are planning to release their films on OTT platforms as even if the lockdown is lifted, it is surely not possible that the theatres will re-open soon. So, today, let’s look at the list of films that might get a release directly on an OTT platform.
A couple of weeks ago, there were reports that the makers of Laxmmi Bomb are planning to release the film on an OTT platform, and recently once again we got to hear the same news. Starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani in the lead roles, Laxmmi Bomb might release on Disney+Hotstar in June.
The shooting of Salman Khan and Disha Patani starrer Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai is still left. But Salman’s manager had confirmed to an entertainment portal that they are thinking of having a digital release. So, we won’t be surprised if, Bhai completes the shoot after the lockdown and decides that Radhe will mark his digital debut.
Shoojit Sircar’s Gulabo Sitabo starring Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana was slated to release in April this year. Well, a few days ago, Sircar had stated that if the lockdown gets extended after 3rd May, he will make a decision about releasing the film digitally. So, it looks like Gulabo Sitabo will mostly get a release on an OTT platform.
YRF’s Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar has been pushed multiple times. It was finally going to release on 20th March 2020, however, due to the coronavirus outbreak, the film was once again postponed. Earlier, also we have heard that the movie might release digitally, and looking at the current scenario, we won’t be surprised if that happens.
Just like Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar, the release date of Dil Bechara has also been pushed multiple times. Last year, there were also reports of the film getting a digital release, but the makers had rubbished the reports. It was announced that will hit the screens on 8th May 2020. However, releasing it on an OTT platform would be clearly the best option for the makers now.
Ranveer Singh’s rugged new look anchors the high-energy music video.
Rapper Hanumankind makes his official Bollywood début with a fierce verse.
Modern take on the classic Punjabi folk tune 'Jogi'.
Glimpses of Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal in the mix.
The full trailer lands next month.
The Dhurandhar title track just hit the internet, and the noise around this spy thriller just went up a few notches. This is the track that pulls rapper Hanumankind into his first proper Bollywood playback moment. They have taken the old folk number 'Jogi' and built a power-packed version around it, a mix of earthy roots and straight-up aggressive energy that hits like a truck. It fits, honestly. It mirrors the film's whole gritty vibe and Ranveer Singh's battle-hardened look with that wild beard.
Hanumankind brings raw rap fire while Ranveer Singh owns 'Dhurandhar' music video Getty Images/ Youtube Screengrab/Saregama Music
What is the Dhurandhar title track about?
You get a proper blast of the film’s atmosphere from this track. The music video cuts fast between shots of a heavily bearded and muscular Ranveer Singh, looking every bit the part of a hardened operative. The video cuts to the other big names in the cast as well. Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal are all there in what appears to be a tense, dark situation. The music includes traditional Punjabi folk with a stronger, cinematic rhythm.
How did Hanumankind get involved in the Dhurandhar song?
It turns out his involvement was a pretty organic, almost spontaneous thing. Music composer Shashwat Sachdev opened up about how the rap section came together. Apparently, it happened during a late-night studio session with director Aditya Dhar and Hanumankind himself. They captured an impromptu performance that just clicked, bringing what Sachdev called a "raw, instinctive fire" to the whole track. For an artist known for his independent work, this Dhurandhar feature is a major step into the mainstream film scene.
All this build-up is heading towards a definite date. The makers confirmed it right at the end of the title track video. Dhurandhar is locked in for a worldwide theatrical release on 5 December of this year. For those who need more than a song to tide them over, the official trailer is promised for 12 November.
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