2018 OTT Release Date, Plot, Cast, and Expectation

Tovino Thomas and Asif Ali confirm their heartwarming disaster drama film 2018 is available on the OTT Platform. The film has already become one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films with a worldwide gross collection of Rs 175 Cr. The movie has now kicked off for the OTT release.

The Film Exhibitors United Organization of Kerala’s (FEUOK) rule for not screening films after they start streaming online. The critically acclaimed Malayalam language thriller was dropped on May 5 in theatres. From May 26, the film was available in several languages like Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu

The story of film 2018, revolves around the story of the devastating Kerala floods that happened in 2018, five years ago. The film depicts the devastating floods that happened in Kerala and takes away the life of many innocent people. The film gives us a lesson, that despite how much technology become developed, we are very weak in front of natural disasters. The movie also represents that humanity can win over adversity.

Joseph stated, “We are so delighted with the kind of response audiences and critics have showered on our film. Making the ‘2018’ journey was an emotional journey for us, bringing on the screen the pains of everyone who experienced the floods. Looking at the response and box office numbers, it feels all worth it, and that’s exactly why we are now releasing the film nationwide for wider audiences to experience it. We are excited and looking forward to presenting ‘2018’ to a larger number of people and seeing their reactions.”

Kunnappilly stated: “The current box office numbers have been amazing and surprising. More than anything else, we wanted to make a film that will resonate with the audiences. As we embrace all the warmth that’s coming our way, we have decided to release our film nationwide this Friday and have more people watch it and connect with it.”

Lead actor Thomas stated, “As an actor, it gives me immense pride and joy to have audiences from different parts of the country watch my work and something that we have created with so much heart and soul as a team. While little nervousness is always there, I’m also excited for more people to watch the film. It was quite enjoyable to see the reviews and responses that ‘2018’ has got until now.”

2018 OTT Release Date, Plot, Cast, and Expectation

Movie Name	2018
Genre	Disastorial Drama
Cast	Minnal Murali, Tovino Thomas, Indrans, Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew, and Sudheesh
Director	Jude Anthony Joseph
Producer	Venu Kunnappilly, C. K. Padma Kumar and Anto Joseph and Kavya Film Company
Screenplay	Akhil P. Dharmajan, and Jude Anthony Joseph
Box Office Collection	Rs. 175 Cr
OTT Platform	Sony Liv
OTT Release Date	June 7, 2023

2018: Cast

In this film, we will see “Minnal Murali” lead with Tovino Thomas alongside Indrans, Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew, and Sudheesh. It has earned more than $16 million theatrically so far, including U.S. and U.K. box office.

The film has been produced by Venu Kunnappilly, C. K. Padma Kumar, and Anto Joseph, and distributed by Kavya Film Company.

2018 OTT Release Date

It has been notified that only four out of the 100 movies that have dropped so far in Malayalam have gone on to become huge hits and OTT rights guarantee along with a secondary revenue channel with the producers, and Vijayakumar explains, “Such producers can always priorities OTT platforms. The movie is streaming on SonyLiv since June 7, 2023. The film is available in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada.

How to Watch the film on Sony Liv?

To watch films on Sony Liv, follow these steps:

Subscription: Visit the official Sony Liv website (www.sonyliv.com) or download the Sony Liv mobile application from the App Store or Google Play Store. Create an account and subscribe to one of their available subscription plans. Sony Liv offers different plans, including monthly and annual subscriptions, with options for premium content.

Login: After subscribing, log in to your Sony Liv account using your registered email ID and password. You can also log in using your Google or Facebook account, depending on the available options.

Browse the Film Collection: Once logged in, you can explore the Sony Liv platform. Navigate to the “Movies” section or use the search bar to find the specific film you want to watch. Sony Liv offers a wide range of films across various genres, including Bollywood, Hollywood, regional cinema, and international releases.

Select the Film: Click on the film you want to watch from the available options. This will open the film’s page, where you can find details about the movie, such as the cast, director, duration, and synopsis.

Playback: After selecting the film, you will have the option to play it. Click on the “Play” button, and the film will start streaming on your device. Sony Liv provides a smooth and user-friendly streaming experience, allowing you to enjoy the film without interruptions.

Customize Viewing Experience: Sony Liv offers various features to enhance your viewing experience. You can adjust the video quality based on your internet connection, activate subtitles if available, and control playback options such as pause, rewind, or fast forward.

Additional Features: Sony Liv also provides additional features like creating watchlists, rating films, and sharing your favorite movies with friends and family.

Here is the trailer: