Excitement is building as the release date for Ranbir Kapoor’s highly anticipated movie Animal approaches. The film will hit theaters on December 1, 2023, and it already has fans buzzing with anticipation. However, latest reports suggest that the thrill might not end with the cinematic release, the film will release on Netflix in early 2024.
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Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal movie OTT release to have an extended cut
As per the current schedule, Animal is all set to grace the silver screen on December 1, 2023. Fans of Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Bobby Deol are eagerly awaiting the film’s release. The movie centers around the complex dynamics of a father-son relationship.
Additionally, speculations are rife that Animal might make its digital debut on OTT platforms shortly after its theatrical release. According to insights from Smart Prix, industry insiders suggest a window of 6 to 8 weeks after its cinematic launch for the OTT premiere.
This move aligns with the current trend in the industry, where films often find a second home on digital platforms. As such, it allows a broader audience to experience the cinematic experience. Notably, the OTT version of Animal is rumored to boast extended scenes. It will be offering a 30-minute bonus compared to its original 3 hour and 21 minute runtimes in theatres.
Talking about the same, Ranbir Kapoor shared, “The story of Animal requires this amount of time to reach the audience. We saw the first cut which was 3 hours and 49 mins, and we were entertained. Don’t be panicked by the length and just come to experience cinema at its best.”
In terms of box office, Animal has already flexed its muscle with two days remaining until its official release. Moreover, fans anticipate that the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial will also mark Ranbir Kapoor’s highest-grossing film to date.
