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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Mammootty's ‘Dominic and the Ladies' Purse' OTT release is still on hold
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Mammootty 's mystery entertainer ' Dominic and the Ladies' Purse ', which hit theatres on January 23, continues to keep fans waiting for its digital debut. However, despite early buzz that it would stream on OTT by March, the release remains delayed well into May. Here's what we know According to a recent update shared by trusted film tracker Friday Matinee on X (formerly Twitter), the digital rights for the film were secured by Amazon Prime Video months ago. However, the platform has yet to make an official announcement. The delay reportedly stems from ongoing negotiations regarding the final pricing of the deal. Once that is sorted, the streaming date is expected to be confirmed and shared with the public. Dominic And The Ladies Purse - Official Teaser Fans are eager to revisit the film, especially after its unique storyline and Mammootty's sharp performance earned praise during its theatrical run. The film follows Dominic, a clever but cash-strapped ex-cop who now runs a small detective agency. His life takes an unexpected turn when his landlady offers to waive his rent if he can find the owner of a lost ladies' purse. What appears to be a straightforward task soon spirals into a gripping mystery, as Dominic and his assistant uncover clues inside the purse that connect to a cold case involving two missing individuals. As the investigation deepens, buried truths resurface, pushing Dominic into a complex web of revelations that go far beyond his original assignment. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon , the film had a moderate run at the box office. Meanwhile, Mammootty's recently released game thriller film 'Bazooka' has also not announced the OTT release details. 'More of a Mammootty one-man show, in a good way' We gave the film a rating of 3 stars out of 5 and ETimes review for 'Dominic and the Ladies' Purse' reads, 'The exciting climax makes up for any lethargy one may feel at any point in the film. That said, there are also plot points like the identity of an individual -who do they identify as ? There is no judgement which is fair and hopefully, it is looked at through the same lens by the larger public rather than being used as a tool to discriminate. ' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mohanlal's ‘Thudarum' pre-sales cross Rs 1 crore in Kerala despite low buzz
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Tharun Moorthy's upcoming film 'Thudarum,' starring Mohanlal and Shobana, is already making waves at the box office, even before its release. Impressive pre-sales with low hype Despite relatively low buzz surrounding the film, its Kerala pre-sales have crossed an impressive Rs 1.5 crore from 1071 shows, with over 87,000 tickets sold, according to industry tracker Friday Matinee. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo Story of a taxi driver This figure is significant considering the film hasn't had an aggressive promotional campaign or wide media coverage like Mohanlal's previous film, 'L2: Empuraan.' The strong pre-release performance points to the continued pulling power of Mohanlal, who plays the role of Shanmugham — a humble taxi driver whose life takes a dramatic turn when he is pulled into legal and bureaucratic entanglements. Shobana appears in a pivotal role, marking an exciting reunion on screen for the iconic duo. Thudarum - Official Teaser Tharun Moorthy's concern In a recent interview with The Cue, director Tharun Moorthy expressed concern over how the film is being perceived by audiences ahead of its release. 'When we are doing a film with a brand like Mohanlal, we should obviously expect good hype,' he said. 'But what I am worried about is that we have already fixed a genre for the movie. This comes under family drama.' Tharun Moorthy, known for his socially grounded narratives, clarified that 'Thudarum' is not a mystery thriller or investigative drama, as some are speculating. 'When we define a genre and make a movie accordingly, if anything comes beyond that, I cannot accept it—that's my nature,' he added, admitting that such reactions may stem from his limited experience. Set to release on April 25, 2025, 'Thudarum' promises to offer a grounded, emotional narrative.
