Upendra's UI struggles to find OTT buyers
Entertainment
Upendra's Kannada film UI hasn't landed on any streaming platform, even six months after its theatrical release and two and a half months since its TV premiere. Marketed as a mind-bending movie for "intelligent audiences," it struggled at the box office after Max arrived around the same time.
No major OTT player has acquired 'UI'
Despite a TV debut during Ugadi, UI hasn't been picked up by big OTT players like Zee Network or Sun NXT. So if you missed it in theaters or on TV, there's still no way to stream it online.
Piracy, lukewarm reviews are key reasons
Pirated copies of UI have spread online since its release, which likely put off potential buyers. Even Sun Network—usually keen on Upendra's films—passed this time. Insiders say piracy and lukewarm reviews are making platforms hesitate to pick up the movie.