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The recent releases, Thudarum starring Mohanlal and Tourist Family starring Sasi Kumar and Simran, have taken the box office by storm, becoming surprise hits and defying trade analysts' expectations. Both films were initially set to be streamed on OTT platforms this week, but their exceptional performance in theaters has led to a halt in their OTT release. JioHotstar, the leading OTT giant, acquired the rights to both films and is now considering a delay in their streaming.
The producers of both films have reportedly contacted the OTT team, requesting to extend the theatrical screening for a few more weeks. According to the original plan, Thudarum was set to stream today, and Tourist Family was scheduled to arrive on May 28th. However, given their continued success in theaters, the makers expect to rake in more revenue before releasing them on OTT.
Thudarum has already grossed nearly 225 crores worldwide, while Tourist Family is nearing the 75 crores gross mark. With their impressive performance, it's likely that both films will be streamed on JioHotstar only at the beginning of June. The makers are optimistic about their films' continued success and are willing to wait a bit longer before releasing them on OTT platforms.
The success of Thudarum and Tourist Family is a testament to the power of good storytelling and the audience's appetite for quality content. As both films continue to rake in revenue, fans can enjoy them on the big screen for a little while longer before they make their way to OTT platforms.