'Manjummel Boys' to stream on Disney+ Hotstar next month
The highly praised Malayalam film, Manjummel Boys, is all set to premiere digitally on Disney+ Hotstar on May 5. Directed by Chidambaram and starring a cast of renowned actors such as Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, and Ganapathi, the movie has received widespread acclaim across India. The survival thriller is based on real events and boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 8.6/10.
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Backed by Parava Films, Manjummel Boys hit theaters on February 22, shattering numerous records. Surpassing the ₹200cr mark, the film set new box-office standards, emerging as the highest-grossing Malayalam film to date. Additionally, it claimed the title of the third highest-grossing Indian film of 2024, solidifying its remarkable success. Following its success in Malayalam cinema, the film was released in Telugu on April 6, expanding its reach to wider audiences.
'Manjummel Boys' will be accessible to a diverse audience
Taking to X/Twitter on Saturday, the streaming platform announced that ManjummelBoys will be accessible to a diverse audience, with dubbed versions available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. The film's original version is in Malayalam. Set in 2006 in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, the plot revolves around a group of men on an expedition to the famous Gunaa caves aka "Devil's Kitchen." The narrative is filled with suspense as they strive to rescue a friend from danger.
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Chidambaram is 'truly overwhelmed' by the response to 'MB'
Chidambaram, the director and scriptwriter, expressed his delight at the positive response the film has garnered. He previously stated in an interview, "I am truly overwhelmed by the response Manjummel Boys has received." He further added, "We set out to create a film that resonates universally going beyond all language barriers, and witnessing its connection with audiences across India is immensely gratifying."
'I hope the audience embraces it with the same love...'
Further during the interview, Chidambaram expressed his high hopes for the OTT release of the film, emphasizing the potential for it to receive widespread appreciation. He highlighted the convenience for viewers to stream the movie in their preferred language, stating, "Now associating with Disney+ Hotstar to make the movie accessible for the audience across the country in their preferred language is an absolute pleasure, and I hope the audience embraces it with the same love and excitement."
