Ram sees 'red' in OTT row

A lot is being said about the ongoing controversy regarding the direct OTT release of big budget movies. With the theaters shut due to the lockdown, producers are selling their movies to leading OTT platforms to recover their investments.

This move is being criticized heavily by the exhibitor's bodies across the country.

Last night, hero Ram, whose film 'Red' was rumored to have been sold to an OTT platform, took to Twitter and gave his perspective on the OTT-Theaters controversy.

"The thing about the Movie Industry is.. It's a Passion for a few.. a Business for most.. & a Gamble for the rest.. Everyone sees it from their own perspective," Ram tweeted.

Directed by Tirumala Kishore and produced by Sri Sravanthi Movies, 'Red' is a crime thriller, reportedly based on real-life events. In the movie, Ram will be seen in a dual role, according to the movie's official teaser that was released in February.

Malavika Sharma and Amrita Aiyer play the female leads in the movie. Nivetha Pethuraj is also part of the cast and will be seen in the role of a police officer.

The shooting for 'Red' has been completed and the movie is awaiting release. Initially it was scheduled to release on April 9, as per the film's poster. However, the release was put off due to the lockdown imposed in the country in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Ram also refrained his fans from celebrating his birthday on May 15. He urged them to stay home and stay safe. "I know how much you love me and I feel blessed to see you all celebrate my birthday every year.

However, the safety of you and your loved ones is utmost important to me and I'd like to see you all come out of this stronger than before. I shall consider this my birthday gift from all of you. Thank you all for the love."