📌 Key Points
- Director Suresh Triveni believes mid-sized films are struggling to get theatrical releases.
- Triveni emphasizes the importance of meaningful releases over ‘token releases’.
- His latest film, ‘Subedaar,’ premiered on Prime Video, bypassing theaters.
- Triveni’s upcoming dark comedy ‘Maa Behen’ features Madhuri Dixit Nene and Triptii Dimri.
Suresh Triveni, director of ‘Tumhari Sulu’ and ‘Jalsa,’ shares his views on the challenges faced by mid-sized films in securing theatrical releases. He highlights the shift towards streaming platforms, exemplified by his film ‘Subedaar’ premiering on Prime Video.
Triveni on the State of Mid-Sized Films
Filmmaker Suresh Triveni , known for movies such as Tumhari Sulu and Jalsa, has talked about how he thinks that “mid-sized films have completely died”. Speaking with Variety India, he further spoke about which films get theatrical releases. Though the filmmaker wants to show his work in cinema halls, he said he doesn’t want a “token release.” Suresh’s latest film is Subedaar, which was released on Prime Video.
The Rise of Streaming Platforms
Suresh’s next film is the dark-comedy, Maa Behen, starring Madhuri Dixit Nene, Triptii Dimri, Ravi Kishan and Dharna Durga. Maa Behen centres on Rekha and her two daughters, Jaya and Sushma, who find themselves at the centre of attention in their conservative neighbourhood after an unexpected incident leaves their neighbour’s dead body in their kitchen.
Suresh Triveni’s Upcoming Film: ‘Maa Behen’
The story of the film is by Suresh and Pooja Tolani. The screenplay and dialogue have been written by Pooja. The film is produced by Vikram Malhotra and Suresh under Abundantia Entertainment, in association with Opening Image Films.
Suresh Triveni’s insights reflect the changing landscape of film distribution. His upcoming project, ‘Maa Behen,’ promises a unique story with a stellar cast, showcasing his continued exploration of diverse narratives across platforms.
