With shutters down on cinemas, online platforms offer hope for unreleased filmsIt may be a while before cinemas open, but on January 1 a new OTT platform will start streaming brand new Malayalam films. “I don’t think there is another OTT platform that will stream only new Malayalam releases.” The first film to stream on the platform will be Guardian. “There are so many Malayalam films affected by COVID-19. So there won’t be a dearth of films for online release.”He believes there will be enough takers for new releases online. “And if you have a good home theatre, an entire family can enjoy a new release from the comforts of home by spending ₹99.”Satheesh Paul also thinks there is potential for an OTT platform for new Malayalam films.

Source: The Hindu December 29, 2020 17:46 UTC