Director Prasanth Varma’s superhero flick, HanuMan, featuring Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and Vinay Rai, is gearing up for its third OTT release. Originally hitting theaters on January 12, 2024, this Telugu thriller has stormed the box office, raking in over Rs 350 crore. It’s now making its mark on OTT platforms, with Disney+ Hotstar set to stream it in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Initially slated for a Maha Shivaratri release, the movie faced a digital delay. The Hindi version premiered on JioCinema on March 16, followed by the Telugu version on Zee5 on March 18. Its upcoming availability on Disney+ Hotstar marks the third digital release for HanuMan in multiple languages.
HanuMan OTT Release in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada
Prasanth made an announcement on Tuesday that the movie will be available for streaming on the OTT platform starting from April 5th. He mentioned that the Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada versions of the movie will premiere on @DisneyPlusHS and Hotstar.
Originally planned for Maha Shivaratri, the superhero film faced a delay in its digital release. The Hindi version became available on JioCinema from March 16, and the Telugu version on Zee5 from March 18. With its upcoming release on Disney+ Hotstar in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, this marks the third digital release for the movie.
Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada versions of #HanuMan premieres April 5th on @DisneyPlusHS 😃#HanuManOnHotstar pic.twitter.com/PQvJWoTvZb
— Prasanth Varma (@PrasanthVarma) March 26, 2024Also Read: How Bollywood Couples Celebrated Holi?
About HanuMan
In the popular Telugu movie “HanuMan,” the story takes place in a make-believe village called Anjanadri. This movie is significant as it introduces the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU). The plot revolves around Hanumanthu, who Lord Hanuuman grants special powers to protect the villagers. As he embarks on his journey, he faces off against a character named Michael, triggered by an encounter with a magical gem.
It was officially announced in May 2021 and filming started on June 25, 2021, in Hyderabad. The shoot concluded by mid-April 2023. The film’s soundtrack is composed by GowraHari.
Prasanth’s New Film Projects
Prasanth has returned to the filming sets, where he’s currently working on a new project tentatively titled Project O. While there’s a buzz circulating that Anupama Parameswaran might play a role in the film, no official announcement has been made yet, leaving fans eagerly awaiting confirmation.
In addition to Project O, the director is also actively involved in the pre-production of Jai Hanuman, the sequel to the successful film HanuMan. This upcoming sequel has garnered attention, especially regarding the casting for the titular role, which remains undisclosed at this point. Fans are curious to see who will step into this significant character.
Moreover, Teja, another notable actor, has given his approval for a multi-starrer project that’s currently under wraps. While details about this project are scarce, the involvement of Teja has sparked interest among fans, who are eager to learn more about the upcoming venture.
Furthermore, Teja is set to appear in another film helmed by director Karthik Ghattamaneni. This collaboration between the actor and director adds to the anticipation surrounding the project, with audiences looking forward to seeing the outcome of their creative partnership.
Overall, the industry is abuzz with excitement over these upcoming projects, each promising to deliver unique and captivating cinematic experiences. Fans eagerly await further updates and announcements regarding the cast, crew, and plot details, making these films highly anticipated in the world of entertainment.
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HanuMan OTT Release in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada FAQs
Q.1. What is the release date for “HanuMan” on Disney+ Hotstar?
Ans. The Movie premieres on Disney+ Hotstar in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada on April 5th.
Q.2. Which OTT platforms previously released “HanuMan” in other languages?
Ans. The Hindi version premiered on JioCinema, and the Telugu version on Zee5.
Q.3. What is significant about “HanuMan” besides its storyline?
Ans. It introduces the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) and features special powers.
Q.4. Who are the lead actors in “HanuMan”?
Ans. The cast includes Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and Vinay Rai.
Q.5. What are Prasanth Varma’s current projects?
Ans. Prasanth is working on “Project O” and the sequel “Jai Hanuman,” with Teja in a multi-starrer and another film directed by Karthik Ghattamaneni.
