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Time of India
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'United Kingdom of Kerala' OTT release: When and where to watch Ranjith Sajeev's social drama film
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) After months of anticipation and multiple postponements, 'United Kingdom of Kerala', writer-director Arun Vaiga's social drama, has finally found a home on OTT. Initially set for an April release, the film was pushed ahead due to what the makers termed "technical difficulties." It eventually hit theatres on June 20, 2025. Despite its limited theatrical impact, the film has now secured a digital release on Amazon Prime Video and began streaming on July 19. A story rooted in home and hope Starring Ranjith Sajeev in the lead, 'United Kingdom of Kerala' tackles one of Kerala's most talked themes—migration. But unlike the many stories that glorify leaving home for a better life abroad, this one takes a different route. Ranjith plays Tony, a young man raised by his single father Roy (played by Johny Antony), who dreams of seeing his son thrive in the UK. But the surprising twist is that Tony has no intention of leaving Kerala. The story unfolds gently but poignantly, building tension between a father desperate for his son's success and a son trying to stay true to his roots. A familiar cast and emotional core The film is supported by a familiar ensemble cast that includes Sangeetha, Meera Vasudevan, Manju Pillai, Indrans, Manoj K Jayan, and Alphonse Puthren. United Kingdom of Kerala - Official Trailer While the film received mixed reviews upon its theatrical release, many viewers praised its honest take on migration and family ties. ETimes rated the film with 2.5 stars out of 5 and an excerpt from our review reads, "Ranjith, who carries the film, has done a decent job, but he's not playing a very appealing lead. The problem is that not only does Tony not come across as a hard-working, ambitious young man, whom we feel like rooting for, he deserves some of the troubles that he gets into. It isn't really a character who comes across a useful member of society and would be sad to see him take his talents out of the country. Ultimately, the movie resting on the shoulders of a difficult hero feels shaky."
New Indian Express
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Ranjith Sajeev's United Kingdom of Kerala gets a new release date
The release of United Kingdom of Kerala (UKOK), featuring Ranjith Sajeev in the lead, has been rescheduled to June 20, the makers announced on Tuesday. The announcement comes after the film's earlier postponements, first from its original release date of April 17 and later from May 23. In a recent statement, the film's writer-director Arun Vaiga cited technical issues as the reason for the delays. Billed as a family entertainer, UKOK also stars Johny Antony, Manju Pillai, Indrans, Manoj K Jayan, Sangeetha, Sarangi Shyam, and filmmaker Alphonse Puthren. The film's cinematography is by Sinoj P Ayyappan, with music by Premam-fame Rajesh Murugesan. Director Arun also serves as the editor. It is produced by Anne, Sajeev, and Alex under the banners Fragrant Nature Film Creations and Pooyappally Films.
