Mumbai, Nov. 19 -- The latest Malayalam movie Kishkindha Kaandam, starring Asif Ali in the lead role, finally arrived on streaming platforms on Tuesday. The film is now available on Disney+ Hotstar and Hulu. It took about 10 weeks to premiere on digital platforms, showcasing Malayalam cinema's growing resistance toward quick OTT releases.

In the post-pandemic era, streaming platforms have become major stakeholders in the cinema business. They often influence even the release dates of new movies. However, in recent years, OTT platforms have been more cautious in making strategic investments in Malayalam cinema, while enthusiastically licensing content from Tamil and Telugu industries. This cautious approach has empowered Malayalam filmmak...