Monkey Man: Dev Patel’s Film Faces Delay in India Release, Fans Express Disappointment; Check Out Reactions
Dev Patel’s highly anticipated directorial debut, Monkey Man, has made its way to theaters worldwide, except for India. This has left fans disappointed and confused, as there is no confirmed release date for the film in the country.
Joining Patel in this action-thriller are Bollywood actors Sobhita Dhulipala and Sikander Kher, with acclaimed filmmaker Jordan Peele producing the project.
Patel, known for his breakout role in Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire, has continued to impress audiences with his performances in projects like The Newsroom, Chappie, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and Lion. He has received nominations for Oscars and BAFTAs for his roles in Slumdog Millionaire and Lion, and won a BAFTA for his performance in Lion.
Despite the film’s widespread acclaim, Monkey Man has faced challenges in securing a release in India, with Netflix and Universal navigating a delicate distribution process. However, after a series of negotiations, Netflix ultimately backed out due to concerns about potentially offending or upsetting the Indian audience with the film’s strong themes.
The ensemble cast of Monkey Man has garnered attention and early praise for their performances, generating significant buzz. Yet, the uncertainty surrounding the film’s release in India continues to persist.
Dev Patel’s highly anticipated directorial debut, Monkey Man, has made its way to theaters worldwide, except for India. This has left fans disappointed and confused, as there is no confirmed release date for the film in the country.
Joining Patel in this action-thriller are Bollywood actors Sobhita Dhulipala and Sikander Kher, with acclaimed filmmaker Jordan Peele producing the project.
Patel, known for his breakout role in Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire, has continued to impress audiences with his performances in projects like The Newsroom, Chappie, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and Lion. He has received nominations for Oscars and BAFTAs for his roles in Slumdog Millionaire and Lion, and won a BAFTA for his performance in Lion.
Despite the film’s widespread acclaim, Monkey Man has faced challenges in securing a release in India, with Netflix and Universal navigating a delicate distribution process. However, after a series of negotiations, Netflix ultimately backed out due to concerns about potentially offending or upsetting the Indian audience with the film’s strong themes.
The ensemble cast of Monkey Man has garnered attention and early praise for their performances, generating significant buzz. Yet, the uncertainty surrounding the film’s release in India continues to persist.
Fans have grown increasingly impatient with the constant delays, as there is still no concrete release date for Monkey Man in India. The continuous praise and five-star reviews only amplify the anticipation felt by Dev Patel and Jordan Peele’s fans, who have taken to social media to express their frustration. We have compiled some posts that reflect the eagerness and anticipation of fans across India.
Unfortunately, reports indicate that Monkey Man will not be released in Indian theaters. Fans have now resigned themselves to waiting for the film to become available for streaming.
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Indian release of “Monkey man” is doubtful or may not happen 🥲
Most anticipated film for me 🥹#MonkeyMan pic.twitter.com/0JdY6Tz74N
— What to Watch? (@WhattoWatch15) April 5, 2024
I’m sorry Dev Patel but you don’t have the tools to stand upto this Monkey Man. pic.twitter.com/W1N7iZuJ51
— paramjeet singh lamba (@IndieKnopfler) April 5, 2024
