Kathmandu, Dec. 3 -- Nowadays, Bollywood movies often follow a familiar release cycle. They arrive in theatres first and then shift to streaming platforms. 'Saiyaara' reached Netflix this year. 'Param Sundari' arrived on Amazon Prime. As filmmaker Karan Johar pointed out, certain films are designed for theatrical viewing. According to him, some stories gain more value after they stream because the theatrical experience prompts audiences to revisit them.

'Param Sundari' fits this idea well. It is visually rich and looks made for the big screen. Yet it still works on OTT because its appeal lies in its scenic charm more than its emotional depth.

The film opens with a striking scene. Param, played by Siddharth Malhotra, is seen running acro...