Nivin Pauly’s Bethlehem Kudumba Unit OTT Release Faces Delay Amid Box Office Success
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’s OTT release on Jio Hotstar may be postponed as the film continues its record-breaking theatrical run, with no official streaming date announced.
Dumtika Editorial
September 19, 2026 · 1 min read
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Key Highlights
- Bethlehem Kudumba Unit grosses over ₹306 crores, setting a Kerala box office record
- Jio Hotstar holds streaming rights but OTT release may be postponed
- Social media buzz suggests the film’s theatrical run is still strong
- No official announcement yet on the digital premiere date
Streaming on: Jio Hotstar
Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju’s Malayalam rom-com, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, has become a major talking point in Mollywood after its impressive theatrical run. Directed by Girish AD, known for his previous hit Premalu, the film has grossed over ₹306 crores, making it the highest earner in Kerala’s box office history. The movie, produced by Dileesh Pothan, Fahadh Faasil, and Syam Pushkaran, continues to attract audiences, prompting the makers to reconsider their OTT release plans.
Social media buzz indicates that Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’s digital premiere on Jio Hotstar could be delayed, as the film’s strong performance in theatres shows no sign of slowing down. While Jio Hotstar holds the post-theatrical streaming rights, there has been no official announcement regarding the new streaming date. The cast also features Sangeeth Prathap, Suresh Krishna, Vinay Forrt, Roshan Shanavas, Shyam Mohan, and Shameer Khan, with music composed by Vishnu Vijay.
Earlier coverage highlighted Mamitha Baiju’s standout performance, which has contributed to the film’s popularity and positive reviews. The Telugu and Tamil versions of Bethlehem Kudumba Unit also overcame release hurdles recently, expanding the film’s reach beyond Kerala.
With the movie still drawing crowds and generating significant box office revenue, the producers appear to be prioritizing its theatrical run over a quick digital release. Fans awaiting the OTT debut will need to wait for an official update from the makers.
