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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Eric Roberts' Kannada debut 'My Hero' now streaming online
Picture Credit: Facebook American actor Eric Roberts made his Kannada film debut with 'My Hero' in 2024, a heartfelt drama directed by Avinash Vijaykumar. After its theatres, the film has now made its digital release. Details OTT The film was released on Amazon Prime Video on May 30, 2025, without any formal announcement from the makers or the streaming platform. The movie is available for rent. Plot of the film 'My Hero' is set against the colorful backdrop of Maheshwar, a town that becomes the stage for an unlikely friendship between a young Dalit boy and an American tourist, played by Eric Roberts. The story unfolds as both characters face personal hardships, the boy struggles with the pain of being ostracized from his village in Chikamagaluru for touching a sacred idol, an act forbidden due to his caste, while the American is mourning the loss of his grandson. Their paths cross during this difficult time, and a bond forms between them. Touched by the boy's story and the injustice he faces, the American decides to stand by him. Together, they return to the boy's village, where the visitor's compassionate yet bold approach challenges the deep-rooted caste discrimination that has long divided the community. Through moments of humor and heartfelt confrontation, the film explores themes of social change, acceptance, and courage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Cast and crew Alongside Eric Roberts, the film features James Gioia, Djilali Rez Kallah, Ankita Amar, and Niranjan Deshpande in prominent roles. The supporting cast includes Tanuja Krishnappa, Kshitij Pawar, Prakash Belwadi, Dattatreya, and Master Vedic Kushal. The music of the film is composed by Gagan Baderiya. The cinematography is split between two teams: Venus Nagaraj Murthy handled the Indian sequences, capturing the essence of rural Karnataka, while Forrest Chiras and Akula Lokesh Babu worked on the U.S. portions. 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 .
Pink Villa
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
My Hero OTT release: Here's when and where you can watch Eric Roberts' Kannada debut film online
American actor Eric Roberts made his Kannada film debut with My Hero in 2024. Directed by Avinash Vijaykumar, the movie had a successful theatrical run and also featured Djilali Rez-Kallah in a prominent role. While viewers had been eagerly waiting to watch the film from the comfort of their homes, it has now finally been released on OTT. When and where to watch My Hero My Hero started streaming on Amazon Prime Video today, May 30. Without any official announcement on its social media handles, the OTT giant released the film directly on its platform. Official trailer and plot My Hero The Eric Roberts starrer is set in the vibrant town of Maheshwar. It tells the story of an unexpected friendship between a young Dalit boy and an American tourist grieving the loss of his grandson. The two cross paths during a difficult time in both their lives. As they grow closer, the boy opens up about being banished from his village in Chikamagaluru for touching a sacred idol. Such an act is often seen as a violation due to his caste. Moved by the boy's pain, the American decides to help. With compassion and a touch of humor, he accompanies the boy back to his village. Once there, he confronts the deep-rooted caste discrimination that tore the boy from his family. His bold and unconventional approach begins to change hearts and minds. Slowly, the villagers start to reflect on their rigid beliefs and that forms the main crux of the movie. Cast and crew of My Hero My Hero features Eric Roberts, James Gioia, Djilali Rez Kallah, Ankita Amar, and Niranjan Deshpande in key roles. The supporting cast includes Tanuja Krishnappa, Kshitij Pawar, Prakash Belwadi, Dattatreya, and Master Vedic Kushal. The film is written and directed by Avinash Vijaykumar. Produced by AV Film Studios, the movie showcases a blend of Indian and international talent behind the camera as well. The cinematography for the Indian portions was handled by Venus Nagaraj Murthy, while Forrest Chiras and Akula Lokesh Babu managed the visuals for the U.S. segments. The music was composed, arranged, and produced by Gagan Baderiya.
New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
My Hero gets a digital release
Hollywood actor Jilali Rez-Kallah and child artiste Vedik Kaushik headline the acclaimed film, My Hero, which will stream on Prime Video from May 30. Directed and produced by Avinash Vijayakumar under the AV Studios banner, the film has already earned international recognition and critical praise since its theatrical release last year. My Hero tackles a subtle but globally relevant issue, brought to life through Avinash's storytelling. The film was officially selected and awarded at numerous prestigious festivals, including the SCA Los Angeles International Awards (US), IFA Indie Film Awards (Pakistan), London Lift-Off Film Festival (UK), and the Chennai International Film Festival (India). It also screened at the Western Canadian International Film Festival, Bangkok Movie Awards, New York International Film Awards, Dallas Movie Fest, Milan Independent Awards, and Jaipur International Film Festival.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
My Hero OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Eric Roberts' Kannada debut, also starring Djilali Rez-Kallah
My Hero OTT Release Date: After a successful run in theatres and on the film festival circuit, Avinash Vijaykumar's debut film is finally making its way to your screens at home. The much-talked-about Kannada drama, which features Hollywood actor Djilali Rez-Kallah in the lead and marks the Kannada debut of Eric Roberts (yes, Julia Roberts' brother and the man you might remember from The Dark Knight), is set to stream on Amazon Prime Video starting May 30, 2025. But there's a catch. My Hero is expected to drop under Amazon Prime Video's TVOD (Transactional Video on Demand) model. So, if you were planning to binge it as part of your subscription, you might need to rent it separately instead. What is My Hero all about? Set in Madhya Pradesh's Maheshwar Ghats, My Hero revolves around Gary, an American who travels to India to perform Hindu Tithi Shradh rituals for his deceased son. The role is portrayed with grace and restraint by Djilali Rez-Kallah. Soon after arriving, Gary meets Vishwa, a street-smart young local boy played by Vedik Kaushik, known from Drama Juniors. As Gary prepares for the rituals, Vishwa shows him around the holy town. What begins as a typical guide-tourist interaction slowly transforms into a deeper connection. The duo form a strong bond, and Gary starts questioning why this bright boy is not in school. The answer he receives is anything but easy to hear. This one is based on a true story What gives My Hero its weight is that it draws from two real-life events. One, a shocking story of a young boy from an oppressed caste who was mutilated for touching a religious idol during a procession. The second, actor Sylvester Stallone's visit to Varanasi to perform Hindu rites for his late son. Avinash Vijaykumar, the writer-director, melded these two incidents into a moving narrative. The film is told from Gary's point of view, documenting not just his rituals but also Vishwa's painful journey, how he was shunned by his village and what made him flee from Karnataka all the way to Madhya Pradesh. Apart from its international flavour with Djilali and Eric Roberts, My Hero also features some of Kannada cinema's finest actors, including H. G. Dattatreya, Prakash Belawadi, Ankita Amar, James Gioia, Niranjan Deshpande, Tanuja Krishnappa, Kshitij Pawar and Dattanna.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
My Hero on OTT
The movie My Hero created a buzz among the moviegoers when it was released in August 2024. It received rave reviews from critics and got appreciation from movie buffs. Its cast included local and international other specialty of the movie is that it explores places in Madhya Pradesh that were not explored by any Kannada movie till date. Avinash Vijaykumar made his debut as a director in Sandalwood with this movie. Vijaykumar, apart from handling the megaphone, had bankrolled the movie. The movie was screened at various film festivals in many countries. Now, it is set to be streamed on Amazon Prime from May 30. 'The movie explores the emotional journey of a family dealing with a loved one's memory is a significant global problem. The movie was nominated for Sweden Film Awards, Hollywood International Golden Age Festival, and Nashville Independent Filmmakers Festival,'' said Vijaykumar.
