Producer Sajid Nadiadwala, along with director Nitesh Tiwari and actors Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, has made a surprising decision regarding their upcoming film, “Bawaal.” The film is set to have a direct-to-digital release on Amazon Prime Video, as confirmed by sources associated with the production houses.
“Bawaal” is considered one of Sajid Nadiadwala’s most ambitious projects, deviating from the typical commercial elements of dance and music. Given the current market scenario, Sajid, known for his expertise in commercial cinema, believes that a direct-to-digital release is the best approach, eliminating the risks associated with a theatrical release. The digital platforms have offered an enticing deal, prompting the shift in plans from a theatrical release to a digital one,” a source close to the project revealed to Bollywood Hungama.
The film is scheduled to premiere on Amazon Prime Video in October, with an official announcement expected in the near future. Sajid consulted with the lead actors, Varun and Janhvi, and their unanimous agreement paved the way for this decision. The entire team believes that “Bawaal” will captivate the audience on the OTT platform. Described as a poetic motion picture, the film is poised to reach a wider global audience through Amazon, an ideal partner for expanding its reach.
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, “Bawaal” is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and delves into the backdrop of World War II. With its direct-to-digital release on Amazon Prime, the film aims to engage a diverse audience base and make a global impact. The entire team believes that Bawaal will win over the audience’s love on OTT. The film is a poetry in motion and is expected to reach out to an even wider audience base on digital medium, which might not have been possible with theatrical release. The idea is to go global with Bawaal and Amazon is the perfect partner for that reach,” the source further told us.
