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Thug Life Flops, Then Thrives on OTT: A Tale of Redemption

8/11/2025

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The highly anticipated gangster drama Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan, flopped at the box office, leaving actor Nasser disheartened. He pointed fingers at social media critics for the film's poor reception, yet many viewers later celebrated it after its OTT debut, revealing a stark contrast between initial judgment and later appreciation.

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Story summary

The highly anticipated gangster drama Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan, flopped at the box office, leaving actor Nasser disheartened. He pointed fingers at social media critics for the film's poor reception, yet many viewers later celebrated it after its OTT debut, revealing a stark contrast between initial judgment and later appreciation.