Bagheera OTT release reportedly confirmed
After a strong box-office performance, Bagheera, the action-packed Kannada film, is reportedly all set to make its OTT debut. The film, which had a successful theatrical run during the Diwali season, focuses on the story of an IPS officer who takes the law into his own hands. After impressive performances against popular Bollywood releases like Singham Returns and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Bagheera is now moving to a digital platform to reach a wider audience.
When and where to watch Bagheera
According to a report by OTTPlay, Netflix has acquired the rights to stream Bagheera. The report highlights that this is a notable event as it will be the platform’s first Kannada film purchase. The report further states that the film could be available for streaming on the OTT platform by early December. That said, the exact release date is still unconfirmed. Previously, Netflix only had Hindi-language versions of Kannada films such as the KGF series and Kantara, both produced by Hombale Films, which also produces Bagheera.
Official trailer and plot of Bagheera
The trailer of Bagheera introduces viewers to a thrilling story led by Vedanth, an acclaimed gold medalist and dedicated IPS officer. He is challenged by citywide corruption and criminal networks that frustrate his official duties. To bring justice to his city, Vedanth adopts the alter ego of the vigilante ‘Bagheera’ and embarks on a dangerous mission to dismantle organized crime.
Cast and crew of Bagheera
The film stars Sriimurali in the title role, supported by Rukmini Vasanth, Prakash Raj, Sudha Rani and Achyuth Kumar, each adding depth to the gripping storyline. The directorial vision of Dr. Suri is complemented by Prashanth Neel’s screenplay, with Vijay Kiragandur producing under the banner of Hombale Films.
Reception
Achieving a significant Rs. Within nine days of release, Bagheera was a standout in the Kannada film industry, attracting a devoted audience despite expensive Bollywood competition from big releases like Singham and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
