Actor Manikandan's new movie Kudumbasthan, which came out earlier this year and got some good buzz, just hit OTT platforms. You can now catch it on ZEE5. However, since its streaming launch, it's been receiving quite a bit of criticism from viewers who missed it in theaters.

Kudumbasthan on OTT: Manikandan's film didn't manage to impress viewers after its debut on ZEE5

Kudumbasthan is a Tamil movie from 2025 starring Manikandan in the main role. It hit theaters in January and quickly received a warm welcome from audiences. Now, you can catch it on ZEE5 and the OTTplay Premium app, available in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.

After it premiered on streaming platforms, quite a few people online felt the film was overhyped, with some even labeling it a “scam.” While Manikandan's acting was praised at the time of its release, one social media user mentioned that they thought he was "not suitable" for the role. It's interesting to see how the film's reception in theaters contrasts with the opinions that emerged after it became available for streaming. On the flip side, there are also viewers who enjoyed the film and gave kudumbasthan a thumbs up.

Check out some of the reactions from social media about the film.

What can we find out about Kudumbasthan?

The movie is a family drama set in Coimbatore, focusing on a young guy who supports his family, which includes his wife and parents. It's directed by first-time filmmaker Rajeshwar Kalisamy, who teamed up with actor Prasanna Balachandran to write the script and screenplay. Prasanna is also known for his role in Kudumbasthan.

The film features a cast that includes Saannve Megghana, Guru Somasundaram, director R Sundarajan, Prasanna Balachandran, Kanakamma, Jenson Diwakar, and more. Viewers have been praising the performances, the screenplay, and the humor throughout the film.

Produced by S. Vinoth Kumar under the banner of Cinemakaaran, the technical team includes music by Vaisagh, cinematography by Sujith N. Subramaniam, and editing by Kannan Balu.

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