For those who missed the theatrical release, the highly anticipated Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna-starrer “Animal” is all set to roar on the small screen! The Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial made its OTT premiere on Netflix on Friday, January 26.
Netflix’s official announcement on X reads, “The air is dense and the temperature is rising. Witness his wild rage in Animal, streaming from 26 January on Netflix in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.”
The air is dense and the temperature is rising. 🔥🔥
Witness his wild rage in Animal, streaming from 26 January on Netflix in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. #AnimalOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/ituQvrT9kS— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) January 25, 2024
Excitement soared among fans within hours of the announcement, with many expressing their anticipation. One user exclaimed, “I’m waiting for this movie,” while another hailed it as the “biggest movie of the year.”
However, the OTT release came as a surprise amidst reported disputes between co-producers CINE 1 Studios Private Limited and T Series. The resolution of their alleged contractual breach paved the way for the film’s digital premiere.
Contrary to expectations of an extended cut, it has been confirmed that “Animal” will not feature additional scenes. This news comes following Netflix’s release of extended versions of other Bollywood hits like “Jawan” and “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva” on OTT platforms.
“Animal,” which premiered theatrically worldwide on December 1, 2023, received an overwhelming response from audiences and emerged as a box office smash hit. Alongside Kapoor and Mandanna, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Triptii Dimri, exploring the intricate dynamics of a father-son relationship.
As anticipation mounts for its digital debut, fans eagerly await to experience the raw intensity of “Animal” from the comfort of their homes, marking a new chapter in the film’s journey.