Once, films that flopped in theaters had a grim fate with little hope for recovery. However, the advent of OTT platforms has significantly changed this dynamic. Movies that didn’t do well in theaters are now making a splash on OTT if they have good content, attracting high viewership and breaking records. Recently, the film ‘Honeymoon Express’ has been gaining special attention on OTT and is swiftly winning accolades from viewers. Let’s dive into the details.
Record Views…
The film ‘Honeymoon Express,’ featuring Chaitanya Rao and Hebah Patel, was released in theaters on June 21 this year and received mixed responses. Despite its unique concept, it didn’t attract much attention at the box office. Directed by Bala Rajashekaruni, the film made its way to Amazon for streaming on August 27. Coming to streaming without much anticipation, the film gradually won the approval of OTT audiences. Its views on Amazon have steadily increased, thanks to viewers recommending it to their friends. In this process, ‘Honeymoon Express’ has set a new record on OTT with 40 million minutes viewed, prompting Amazon to release a special poster celebrating this milestone.
Movie Highlights!
Director Bala Rajashekaruni crafted this film around contemporary themes of love, marriage, and divorce, engaging the audience, especially the youth, with its compelling storyline and narration. The entry of an elderly couple, their introduction of the ‘Honeymoon Express’ game to the protagonists, and the ensuing romantic scenes at the resort have captivated the youth. Kalyan Malik’s music has been a significant strength to the film, with the background score also receiving praise. The chemistry between Chaitanya Rao and Hebah Patel also worked well, drawing in the youth who missed it in theaters. However, some scenes being overly romantic might pose a bit of discomfort for family audiences.
The Plot
Ishan (Chaitanya Rao) and Sonali (Hebah Patel) meet through a minor accident. This acquaintance blossoms into love and eventually leads to marriage. However, they have different ways of thinking; Sonali is fast-paced, while Ishan is more deliberate, leading to frequent conflicts between them. One day, they meet a senior couple who introduce them to the ‘Honeymoon Express’ game and send them to a resort. What is ‘Honeymoon Express’? Does it resolve the conflicts between Ishan and Sonali? Do their romantic lives improve? That’s the story to discover.
