Chidambaram directed Manjummel Boys.
After a glorious run at the box office, Manjummel Boys is slated to release on OTT soon.
The acclaimed Malayalam movie “Manjummel Boys” by Chidambaram, featuring stellar performances from Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Ganapathi, and more, will be available for streaming in various languages on Disney+ Hotstar starting May 5th. This gripping survival thriller, inspired by real events, has garnered praise not only in Kerala but also across different regions for its captivating narrative.
With an IMDb rating of 8.6, ‘Manjummel Boys’ is slated to stream on the OTT platform in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. Set in 2006 in Tamil Nadu’s Kodaikanal, the film follows a group of individuals embarking on an expedition to the renowned Gunaa caves, named after Kamal Haasan’s 1991 film shot in the same location.
This action-packed survival narrative portrays a group of friends struggling against the odds to rescue their companion from a challenging predicament. Noteworthy is the revival of the classic song, ‘Kanmani Anbodu Kadhalan,’ from ‘Gunaa,’ adding a nostalgic touch to pivotal moments in ‘Manjummel Boys.’ The movie premiered in theaters on February 22 and in Telugu on April 6.
Chidambaram, the writer and director, expressed his overwhelming delight at the film’s reception, emphasizing its ability to transcend language barriers and connect with audiences nationwide. He eagerly anticipates the film’s OTT release, noting the opportunity for viewers to enjoy it in their preferred language.
He expressed, “I am truly overwhelmed by the response Manjummel Boys has received. 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. Now associating with Disney+ Hotstar to take the movie accessible for audience across the country in their preferred language is an absolute pleasure and hope the audience embraces it with the same love and excitement.”
From February 22 to March 11, Manjummel Boys minted Rs 89.15 crore at the box office and Rs 130 crore globally. As of March 21, the movie already garnered Rs 200 crore gross worldwide. It made history by becoming the first Malayalam film to collect Rs 200 crore and emerged to be the third highest-grossing Indian movie in 2024.
