Maatrubhumi OTT Release: Salman Khan's Film To Release Directly On OTT? Here's What We Know

Maatrubhumi OTT Release: Salman Khan's much-awaited film Maatrubhumi still doesn't have a final release date. Recently, some reports claimed the movie might skip theatres and release directly on OTT. So, what's the real story? Let's find out

Will 'Maatrubhumi' really have a direct-to-OTT release?

There were strong rumours that Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi' would skip theatres for a direct OTT release. But according to the latest updates, this is completely false. The makers are fully committed to a big-screen release and have no OTT plans for now.

What did the makers say about Maatrubhumi's direct OTT release?

A Bollywood Hungama report quoted sources close to the makers. They said, “Salman Khan is still a mega-star and has made 'Maatrubhumi' on a grand scale. This film is made for the big screen, so he and director Apoorva Lakhia are committed to a theatrical release as soon as all issues are resolved.”

Censor clearance is necessary for OTT too

The same report also busted the myth that OTT releases don't need censor clearance. An industry insider clarified, "Some people think there's no censorship on OTT, so the film can be released there directly. But that's not true. Every film released on OTT also needs government approval, just like a theatrical release."

Instruction to remove China's name from 'Maatrubhumi'

According to the report, the Defence Ministry has directed the makers to completely remove China's name from the film. The report's sources confirmed, “The makers were already told not to mention China in the film. The new cut submitted this month has no reference to China at all.”

40% of 'Maatrubhumi' was reshot

The report's sources revealed, "The film was first inspired by a real event, but after the Defence Ministry's advice, Salman Khan and Apoorva Lakhia gave it a fictional touch. They reshot about 40% of the movie, adding romance and backstory." The biggest challenge for the makers now is to define the main conflict without mentioning Galwan or China. The film also stars Chitrangada Singh in a key role. Let's see when the audience finally gets to watch it.