Why ‘Monkey Man’ Not Streaming in India

Dev Patel’s highly anticipated directorial debut, “Monkey Man,” has become a victim of streaming limbo in India. Despite garnering international release, the film remains unavailable on any legal platforms within the country, frustrating fans and leading to its leak on piracy websites.

Social media has been abuzz with users discussing the film’s unavailability. Many have resorted to pirated versions, expressing their disappointment through memes and comments.

The film, which follows a vigilante seeking revenge, boasts an impressive cast including Patel, Sharlto Copley, and Sikandar Kher.

A glimmer of hope emerged with reports suggesting an Indian theatrical release on April 19th. However, clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) presented a new challenge. Concerns regarding violence and potentially offensive content could delay the approval process, especially with the need for studio approvals across continents.

As of today, “Monkey Man” remains unreleased in India, leaving fans in the dark and pushing some towards piracy. Hopefully, a resolution can be reached soon, allowing audiences to enjoy the film through legitimate channels.

Pushpa 2’s Target Quadrupled: ₹800 Cr Target on Cards

Allu Arjun continues to ride the success wave of Pushpa: The Rise. Pushpa 2 Mania, The much-anticipated sequel, Pushpa: The Rule, is grabbing headlines. The teaser itself broke records, and trade reports suggest the film’s theatrical rights have shattered expectations. Bollywood rights sold for a record-breaking ₹200 crore, while Telugu rights fetched ₹120 crore. This puts the movie on track for a potential gross collection of a whopping ₹800 crore.

The makers of the blockbuster movie Pushpa: The Rise are setting their sights high for the sequel. Pushpa 1, which released in December 2021, was a massive commercial success, grossing over ₹300 crores gross and earning the makers a share of over ₹150 crores net. However, Pushpa 2 seems poised to shatter those records.

Industry insiders report that the film’s theatrical rights have already been sold for a staggering sum. The Bollywood rights alone have been acquired for a whopping ₹200 crores, while the Telugu rights have fetched ₹120 crores. This means that even before its release, Pushpa 2 has recovered a significant portion of its production costs and is well on its way to becoming a major financial success.

With these sales, the makers are now aiming for a total gross collection of ₹800 crores, which would translate to a share of around ₹400 crores for the production house. This is a quadrupling of their target from the first film, highlighting the immense faith that distributors have placed in the Pushpa franchise.