Malayalam Film Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Released on OTT After Record Box Office Run
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, a Malayalam romantic comedy directed by Girish AD and starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, has been released on the OTT platform JioHotstar following a highly successful theatrical run. The film, produced on a budget of around Rs 25 crore, grossed over Rs 300 crore, becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam movie. It explores a May-December romance set in Angamaly, receiving praise for its writing, performances, and enduring popularity in theatres and on streaming.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (85/100). Lens Score 31/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (85–85/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 2 Oct, 07:58 am. Other outlets followed.