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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Lal Salaam' OTT version outshines theatrical cut, Rajinikanth shines brighter than ever
After a long wait, Aishwarya Rajinikanth's directoral 'Lal Salaam' has finally premiered on Sun NXT, much to the delight of fans. The film, which initially released in theatres on February 2024 with mixed response, appears to have received a warmer welcome in its OTT version. Many viewers feel that the story's essence and emotional weight come through more clearly on the small screen, where the pacing and editing feel tighter and more polished. For those who missed it in theatres or wish to revisit it, the OTT release has provided a second chance to experience its socially conscious narrative. Fans appreciate the improved experience Social media is abuzz with reactions praising the re-edited OTT version of Lal Salaam. While some say the plot remains largely the same, many agree that the storytelling is now more impactful. Comments like 'Better than the theatrical version', 'Every character gets their moment', and 'A film to enjoy with family' have been trending across platforms. The extended cameo of Superstar Rajinikanth, now better woven into the film, has especially delighted fans. For some, this version even felt like a fresh take, offering more emotional connection and clarity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo A strong cast and a stirring soundtrack 'Lal Salaam' features Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles, with Rajinikanth delivering a memorable extended cameo as Moideen Bhai. The film's message of communal harmony and humanity across religious lines struck a chord with audiences. Adding to its charm is the rare musical collaboration of A.R. Rahman and Deva, whose work is now being called "underrated" and 'emotionally powerful.' The film's blend of sports, politics, and religion is presented with sincerity, making it a talking point once again on digital platforms. What's next for Rajinikanth? While 'Lal Salaam' finds new appreciation online, all eyes are now on Rajinikanth's upcoming film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Scheduled for an August 14, 2025 release, the film promises a full-fledged mass entertainer with high-octane action and style. As 'Lal Salaam' finds its rightful praise in the OTT space, Thalaivar fans are counting down the days to see him roar back in a completely new avatar on the big screen. 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 .
Hans India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Lal Salaam OTT Release: Rajinikanth's Extended Scenes Now Available on This Platform
Last year, superstar Rajinikanth made a special appearance in the movie Lal Salaam, which was directed by his daughter, Aishwarya Rajinikanth. The film, starring Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth, released on February 9, 2024, but despite high expectations, it failed at the box office and received negative reviews. The movie's OTT release was delayed for a year due to a missing hard disk that contained important scenes, including about 21 days of action footage featuring Rajinikanth. Director Aishwarya Rajinikanth mentioned that if these scenes had been included, the film's outcome might have been different. Now, with the hard disk recovered, Lal Salaam is finally streaming on SunNXT starting June 6, 2025. The OTT version includes an additional 12 minutes of footage featuring Rajinikanth and is currently available in Tamil, with the Telugu version expected soon.
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam OTT release: When and where to watch the sports drama
Despite the box office failure of Lal Salaam, this Rajinikanth-starrer directed by his daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth has managed to stay in conversations, not for the right reasons initially, but now, with a surprising turn of events, fans have something to look forward to. Nearly a year since its theatrical release, Lal Salaam is finally set to make its digital debut. The film, which was released in 2023 and failed to leave a mark in cinemas, is now arriving on OTT for Bakrid on June 6 on the Sun Nxt platform. The OTT platform took to social media and said, 'Just two days left for Moideen Bhai's arrival! Lal Salaam - The Extended Version streaming from June 6 on Sun NXT.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by SUN NXT (@sunnxt) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A casa do Padre Fábio de Melo chocou o mundo inteiro Weight Loss Groove Undo Story and star cast The film stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikrant in lead roles, with Rajinikanth in a crucial extended cameo. It also features Dhanya Balakrishna, Jeevitha Rajashekar, Thambi Ramaiah, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Vivek Prasanna, and Thangadurai in important roles. AR Rahman 's soundtrack, paired with the film's emotional undercurrent, adds depth to the narrative. Produced by Lyca Productions, Lal Salaam might finally get the audience it missed out on when it first released. Lal Salaam is a 2024 Tamil-language sports action drama directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth. Superstar Rajinikanth makes an extended cameo appearance. Lal Salaam follows Thiru and Shamsuddin, two talented cricketers from Murarbad, a village where Hindus and Muslims coexist peacefully. Despite their childhood rivalry, their families remain close. However, political forces seek to exploit their differences for electoral gain. A cricket match turns violent, injuring Shamsuddin and triggering communal unrest. Thiru, ostracised by his village, redeems himself by winning matches to fund a local temple festival. In Mumbai, he unknowingly saves Shamsuddin during a riot, mending their bond. When the true instigator, Raj, is exposed, harmony is restored as both communities unite to celebrate the Thiruvizha together.
New Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam finally gets OTT release date
Aishwarya Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam, featuring Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles and Rajinikanth in an extended cameo, is gearing up for its OTT release over a year after its theatrical debut. Sun NXT had announced that the sports drama will be released on their platform on the eve of Bakrid on June 6. The film, which was released in February 2024, was not received well commercially and had mixed reviews upon release. The film was further mired in controversy following Aishwarya Rajinikanth's statement that a hard drive containing crucial scenes of the film went missing and they had to manage with the footage they had. "We were shocked as we lost 21 days of footage. It was a huge irresponsibility," she said in an interview after release.
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam Finally Set For OTT Release? Everything We Know
Last Updated: The film explores the themes of sports, friendship and social harmony, focusing on the impact of a rivalry between two cricket teams and the relationship between two friends. Lal Salaam, the Tamil sports drama featuring superstar Rajinikanth, received mixed responses at the box office after its release in February last year. The film marked the directorial comeback of the actor's daughter, Aishwarya Rajinikanth, after a hiatus of nine years. Initially, the film was supposed to start streaming on the OTT platform in March of the same year, but due to unknown reasons, it was not released. But now, after almost a year, the makers have finally announced the official OTT release date of Lal Salaam. The film will be streaming on SUN NXT from June 6, on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. Taking to X, the digital platform dropped an intriguing motion poster of Rajinikanth and wrote, 'Stay tuned and Guess who's firing up the screen this Bakrid?" Stay tuned & Guess who's firing up the screen this Bakrid? 😎 #SunNXTPremiere #SunNXTBakrid #SunNXT — SUN NXT (@sunnxt) May 30, 2025 Lal Salaam follows the story of two close friends, Thiru and Shamsuddin, who are talented cricketers from Murarbad and share a strong bond despite different religious backgrounds. Their friendship is tested when a politician's son exploits their rivalry during elections to spark a heated cricket match, potentially causing communal tensions in their village. It explores the themes of sports, friendship and social harmony, focusing on the impact of a rivalry between two cricket teams and the relationship between two friends and their communities. Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also featured Vishnu Vishal, Vikranth, Senthil, Jeevitha, KS Ravikumar and Thambi Ramaiah in significant roles. Backed by Lyca Productions, the film was written by Vishnu Rangaswamy with music by AR Rahman. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth has already wrapped up the shooting for his next project, Coolie. Helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film will be hitting the big screens on August 14 this year. It also features Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Upendra Rao, Sivakarthikeyan and Shruti Haasan in significant roles. It will be facing a big box office clash with the highly anticipated action thriller, War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani in the lead. First Published:
