Junior movie OTT release: Sreeleela, Kireeti Reddy's Telugu-Kannada drama may premiere on Prime Video after run in theatres

Junior movie OTT release: Junior, starring Sreeleela and Kireeti Reddy, hit the screens on July 18 amid much fanfare. It has created a buzz in the industry with its trailer and catchy songs. According to Ramesh Bala, a trade analyst, the film may premiere on Prime Video after its theatrical run.

“Junior is a film with a newcomer in the lead. Moreover, it has names who are popular in Telugu like Sreeleela in key roles. Given the trend, it may land on Prime Video after its run in theatres,” he told Indiatimes.

Bala further added that Junior may premiere on OTT four weeks after its run in theatres.

Junior plot and cast

Junior is a romantic drama directed by Radha Krishna Reddy in Telugu and Kannada. It centres on Abhi, a carefree college student, as he develops feelings for Spoorthi shortly after he begins an internship with a no-nonsense professional, Vijaya Soujanya. He soon discovers that she is connected to his own father and helps Vijaya rediscover her roots. The rest of the story centres on the unexpected changes that take place in their lives during the journey.

Junior stars debutant Kireeti Reddy in the lead and has the potential to be a game-changer for him. He is paired opposite Sreeleela in the flick. She is best known for her ‘special appearance’ in Pushpa 2. Genelia essays a key role in the film. Junior was to be her comeback vehicle but it got delayed and Sitaare Zameen Par took the honour.

Junior to take a ‘low’ start at the box office

Bala said Junior is set to take a slow start at the box office as it is headlined by a debutant. He, however, refused to give a prediction.

“See, this is a film with a rank newcomer. So, I don’t think I can give a figure as such. However, the opening will be low. It will be on the lower end,” he said.

Being the only major Telugu release of the week, Junior is expected to enjoy a free run at the box office.

Junior review: What are the critics saying?

Junior has received mixed reviews with critics praising the performances but panning the execution/treatment. The Times of India gave it 3 stars out of 5 and said that it has an old-world charm.