The highly anticipated Malayalam political spy thriller Patriot, which united screen legends Mammootty and Mohanlal on the big screen after a long gap of eighteen years, is officially gearing up for its digital debut. Directed by the critically acclaimed filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan, the star-studded film made its theatrical premiere on May 1 amid colossal expectations from fans and industry tracking circuits alike. Despite generating massive pre-release hype and opening to strong numbers on its first day, the ambitious film unfortunately struggled to maintain its momentum at the box office due to highly polarized and lukewarm reactions from general audiences. The digital streaming partner has now officially announced that the high-stakes action drama will begin streaming on ZEE5 starting June 5, giving viewers another chance to experience the multi-starrer from the comfort of their homes. To ensure a wide domestic and international reach, the platform will stream the movie not only in its original Malayalam language but also with dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
Built on an incredibly lavish budget that crossed well over one hundred crore rupees, the film concluded its theatrical run as a box office disappointment, managing to accumulate a global lifetime collection of only around 79.90 crore rupees. While a section of film critics praised the movie for its technical brilliance, smooth dialogues, and fearless exploration of modern data privacy and corporate surveillance scandals, a vast majority of the audience felt let down by the slower pacing and lackluster second half. On social media platforms, disappointed fans have continuously labeled the grand venture as a massive missed opportunity, arguing that a script featuring acting powerhouses like Mammootty and Mohanlal deserved a lot more intensity, emotional depth, and impactful character arcs rather than basic execution. Apart from the two iconic lead superstars, the cinematic project also featured an exceptional ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, and Revathi in pivotal roles. While it fell short of becoming a box office phenomenon, the film’s timely commentary on digital tracking systems makes it a highly anticipated title for digital viewers looking for an intelligent political thriller over the weekend.
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