Dhruv Vikram has spoken about the disappointment he felt when his father’s film Mahan was released directly on OTT instead of in theatres. His candid comments about the impact of the release on his relationship with his father have now gone viral on social media.
Dhruv, who is making his mark as a leading actor, revealed that he had hoped Mahan would release in cinemas. “I really wanted Mahan to release in theatres. When it went straight to OTT, I felt deeply disappointed. I love working with my father, but the film’s release created some distance between us for a while. The OTT release made all our efforts feel wasted,” he said.
Many of Dhruv’s fans supported his opinion, agreeing that Mahan deserved a theatrical release. They praised the film as one of director Karthik Subbaraj’s best works and felt that cinema audiences should have experienced it on the big screen.
However, some viewers disagreed, saying that the OTT release was reasonable given the box office results. They pointed out that the decision prevented potential losses and still brought profit to the OTT team, making it a practical choice.
Currently, Dhruv Vikram is busy promoting his upcoming film Bison, directed by Selvaraj and starring Anupama Parameswaran as the heroine. The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on 17 October during the Diwali festival. With the release date approaching, Dhruv has been actively participating in promotional events.
In his interviews, Dhruv also reflected on how family dynamics can be affected by professional decisions. He admitted that the disagreement over Mahan caused temporary strain with his father, but that things have since been resolved.
Dhruv’s honest remarks about the emotional side of film releases and working with family have resonated with fans. His comments highlight the pressures actors face when balancing personal relationships and professional expectations, especially in the film industry.
Fans continue to share Dhruv’s interview widely, praising his openness and expressing support for both his and his father’s work.
