A Kannada thriller arrived in cinemas with something most films only hope for after release. ‘Rakkasapuradhol’ locked its television and digital partners even before the first ticket was sold. The film, starring Raj B Shetty as a police officer and directed by debutant Ravi Saranga, opened in theaters on February 6. Viewers who miss it on the big screen already know where it will land next.
Where to watch ‘Rakkasapuradhol’ on OTT
According to OTTplay, the film’s satellite and streaming rights are held by Zee Network. That means it will stream on ZEE5 after the theatrical window. The movie will also be accessible through OTTplay Premium.Kannada films typically secure satellite and streaming deals only after box office results are in, so securing those rights before release remains the exception, not the norm. The report further added that the standard model typically relies on box-office performance before platforms step in.A confirmed premiere date is still pending. Trade trends suggest the arrival will be approximately a month after release. The digital debut is likely to arrive within about a month of the theatrical opening, placing it in the opening stretch of March, near the second weekend.
What Raj B Shetty’s film ‘Rakkasapuradhol’ is about
The project marks the first production venture of well-known stunt master Ravi Verma. The music is by Arjun Janya, whose directorial debut, ‘45’, also stars Raj and is available on the same platform.In the story, Raj plays SI Shiva, a cop posted to a quiet village that suddenly faces a string of killings. Residents fear a demon named Kolli Devva is responsible. Shiva looks for logic and evidence instead. The tension grows as each clue challenges the town’s beliefs.Supporting roles include Archana Kottige, Swathishta Krishnan, B Suresh, Jahangir, Siddanna, Gaurav Shetty, and Anirudh Bhat. For audiences tracking its digital debut, the path is clear. The theatrical chapter comes first. Streaming follows soon after.
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