
The Malayalam film Patriot, starring Mammootty and Mohanlal, opened strongly on May 1 with over 10 crore collected on its first day, marking the biggest Mollywood opening this year. Despite initial hype and a strong cast, the film received mixed reviews, leading to a significant drop in box office collections over the following days. The movie earned a total of approximately 27.68 crore in India. Patriot's OTT rights were acquired by ZEE5, with a digital release scheduled for early June.
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The overall sentiment is mixed, combining positive elements such as strong opening numbers and notable performances with negative aspects like declining box office figures and lukewarm reviews. The tone balances excitement about the film's release and cast with measured critique of its reception and performance.
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| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
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| oneindia | Patriot OTT Release Date: When Will The New Malayalam Film Be Released Online? | Center | Neutral |
| republicworld | Patriot Box Office Collection: Mammootty-Mohanlal Starrer Meets Unexpected Fate In India | Center | Neutral |
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