Tamil film ‘Baththa’ starring Vijay Sethupathi has received praise after being released on OTT platform. The emotional storyline, unique concept, and real acting has been loved by audiences.
The film, which was released in theatres on October 1, was praised by critics and audiences. However, the film underperformed at the box office, earning around ₹33 crore.
Now, the film is available on Netflix in different south Indian languages like Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. It has attracted viewers, who were unable to watch it in theatres, and discussions on social media.
Vijay Sethupathi is seen as a dreaded gangster, who finds himself in an unexpected situation when an 8-year-old boy locks him in a school washroom. This leads to an unique bond between the characters.
The film has been loved by audiences for its character driven story and acting. Many have mentioned that the film is a great fit for digital platforms. This has helped the film gain traction once again.
Although the film didn’t perform as well as expected at the box office, the increasing amount of praise for it online can help it gain a new lease of life. It also shows how important streaming platforms are for content driven films to connect with a wider audience.
