Mr Bachchan OTT release date: Here’s when and where you can stream Ravi Teja’s latest action flick
Check out all the details of Ravi Teja-starrer Mr Bachchan, which is gearing up for its OTT debut after a disastrous box office run.
Mr Bachchan
Ravi Teja faced a major setback after his latest action drama, Mr. Bachchan, which hit the big screens on Independence Day, tanked at the box office. After less than a month-long theatrical run, the makers have finally announced its digital debut date.
When and where to watch Mr Bachchan
Taking to their social media handles, the official handle of Netflix India South announced that Ravi Teja's film will be available for streaming from September 12, 2024. “Sarihaddhu ni kaapade sainikuduni choosuntaru, sampadha ni kaapade sainikuduni ippudu choostharu. #MrBachchan is coming to Netflix on 12 September in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada!” read the caption under the announcement post.
Mr. Bachchan’s underwhelming response
Upon its initial release, the film received mixed to negative reception from audiences, who criticized the makers for its outdated screenplay. For context, Mr. Bachchan is the official remake of Ajay Devgn’s Raid (2018), which revolves around an honest income tax officer’s mission to tackle a corrupt businessman. However, many viewers felt that the makers failed to create an effective remake. Many also pointed out the awkward chemistry between the lead actors, Ravi Teja and Bhagyashri Borse, due to their significant age gap.
Ever since the songs were released before the film’s debut, many voiced their criticism over the obsession with filmmakers casting younger actresses. One user pointed out, “56-year-old Ravi Teja's sickening dance steps with the 25-year-old Bhagyashree Borse in the 'Sitar Song' from Mr. Bachchan. And the filmmakers don't even care to show the actress' face here because all they want is to objectify her.”
However, director Harish defended the song and replied to the comment, saying, “Congratulations on the discovery… I believe you should apply for the Nobel Prize. Please continue to objectify filmmakers. We welcome you.”
About Mr Bachchan
Directed by Harish Shankar, the film revolves around an honest income tax officer who fights against a corrupt and wealthy man, portrayed by Jagapathi Babu. Besides the lead cast, the movie also features Jagapathi Babu, Sachin Khedekar, Satya, and Nellore Sudarshan in key roles. Produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, with co-producer Vivek Kuchibotla, under the People Media Factory banner, the film has Ayananka Bose as its cinematographer and Mickey J Meyer as the music composer.