Paappan, directed by Joshi, is the film that gave Suresh Gopi a huge comeback at the box office. The film, which belongs to the crime thriller category, hit theatres on July 29. The OTT release of the movie, which gained attention in theatres, has been waiting since then. It was earlier reported that the film would be released on the popular gaming platform, Zee 5. But the release date was not reached. Now the release date of the film has been officially announced.
The film will premiere on Zee 5 on Uthrada Day, September 7. Zee Kerala has acquired the OTT and satellite rights to the film for a huge amount. Suresh Gopi's star power has been used well, and the film has won the hearts of the audience. The film was written by RJ Shan.
The film collected Rs. 3.16 crore from Kerala on the day of its release. Kerala's first-week collection was 17.85 crores. The 10-day global gross after foreign and non-state releases was Rs 31.43 crore as per the estimates released by the makers. The film received a good response even in adverse conditions, including rain. The makers had earlier announced that the film has entered the 50-crore club by adding the gross at the global box office and the amount earned through OTT and satellite rights.
