Lokesh Kanagaraj’s DC is nearing its second life on screen, this time through streaming. The action drama, which has already completed its theatrical release, will soon be available to a much larger audience at home.
Much of the interest around the film has centred on Kanagaraj himself. Known chiefly for directing films, he appears here in a prominent acting role, making the project rather different from his usual work.
DC OTT Release Date and Platform
The wait for the digital release is nearly over. DC is due to arrive on Sun NXT on September 4, according to the official release information. Those who did not see the film in cinemas will then be able to watch the action drama from home.
The streaming release is expected to carry both the Tamil and Telugu versions. That should make the film accessible to viewers across both language audiences, while giving those who missed its theatrical run another opportunity to see its darker treatment of a story drawn from familiar literature.
DC Plot & Cast
Arun Matheswaran directs DC, a film that takes its starting point from Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s Devdas but does not follow the familiar story in the usual manner. It is harsher and more violent. Lokesh Kanagaraj plays Das, a man living on the margins of society. His life falls apart after Parvathy, the woman he loves, dies.
Wamiqa Gabbi plays Chandra, who tries to break free from a life controlled by exploitation. Das and Chandra eventually cross paths. Their story then moves through love, deceit and revenge, with violence at its centre. Anirudh Ravichander provides the music and background score, which adds to the film’s bleak and tense mood.
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Upcoming Films
Lokesh’s appearance as the lead in DC has received particular attention. He is one of the better-known directors working in Tamil cinema, so his move into a major acting role marks a change from his usual work. His next project is expected to bring him back behind the camera.
He is set to work with Allu Arjun on a film currently known as AA23. The project is expected to be a large-scale pan-Indian action film. At the same time, Lokesh plans to push ahead with the wider Lokesh Cinematic Universe.
Conclusion
If you didn’t see DC in the theaters, you can now find it online. The movie is coming to Sun NXT on September 4, offering fans a second opportunity to experience Arun Matheswaran’s more violent and darker version of the popular Devdas genre.
Lokesh Kanagaraj taking over the role of Das and Wamiqa Gabbi making Chandra’s troubled journey come alive, the film has a lot to keep the curious viewers hooked. The OTT release also means that audiences can enjoy the film’s downbeat vibe, the action and the music of Anirudh Ravichander without having to worry about getting caught up in the crossfire in the theaters.
In the meantime, Lokesh is getting ready to head back to his more comfortable shoes behind the camera with AA23 alongside Allu Arjun, and still working on the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. For the time being, however, the date to remember is September 4th.
FAQs
1. When will DC release on OTT?
Sun NXT will air the premiere of DC on September 4. The streaming release will allow those who missed the theatrical release to enjoy the action drama from home.
2. In which languages will DC be available on OTT?
The OTT version is likely to be available in both Tamil and Telugu. This should enable the film to be seen by both language audiences. Given that the movie has already been out in the theatres, the digital release basically gives DC a bigger canvas and a lot more living rooms to break into.
3. Who stars in DC?
Lokesh Kanagaraj has been cast as Das and Wamiqa Gabbi has been cast as Chandra. The casting is especially interesting because Kanagaraj is known more for his directing than acting abilities. His big screen role makes DC an unusual addition to his filmography, and one that will make viewers wonder.
4. Is DC based on Devdas?
Yes. The film’s starting point is the novel, Devdas by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, but it is not a mere retelling of the classic story. Arun Matheswaran treats the material in a more violent and harsh manner, and the story centres around Das and Chandra. So, this is Devdas, but not your grandfather’s.
5. Who composed the music for DC?
Anirudh Ravichander is the music director and gave background score for DC. The film’s action-packed and violent narrative is complemented by his work, which helps create the film’s dark and tense tone.
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