India saw new coronavirus cases in a span of 24 hours. Many filmmakers have decided that they will postpone the release of their films. And now, As per the recent reports, Emraan Hashmi and Amitabh Bachchan’s movie Chehra is also going to be delayed in the release.
Producer Anand Pandit says, “At present we are not looking at OTT. This film is a 70 mm experience for cinema lovers. My other production The Big Bull is designed for the OTT platform. Every film has its own destiny.”
Anand also advice to the other producers holding on to release to their release in theatres, “Every producer is in a different situation. It may not be correct for me to give advice. Some producers may be stuck in financial pressures and some are pressurized by deadlines of Satellite/OTT platforms. But for Chehre, I would prefer to wait for some time till the situation is conducive for cinema goers to return to movie theatres.”
Emraan Hashmi shared an official statement by a team of Chehra on Twitter, “” The well-being of our very own audience is of utmost importance to us. We are extremely humbled by the love and support that we have received this far. See you in the cinemas soon. Until then, stay safe! – Team #Chehre
‘Chehre’ stars Amitabh Bachchan, Emran Hashmi, Rhea Chakraborty, Anu Kapoor and Krystle D’souza.