UI OTT Rights: Upendra’s Team Refutes False Claims About Streaming Deal, Issues Official Statement

UI Makers Deny False Claims About OTT Rights: The makers of the Kannada sci-fi dystopian action film UI have issued a clarification amid growing rumors about the movie's OTT rights. Following reports that UI had secured an OTT deal with Sun NXT, the official team behind the film has firmly denied the claims, calling the news 'fake.'

In a statement shared across their official platforms, the UI team urged fans and followers to disregard the circulating rumors and confirmed that any official announcements regarding the movie's OTT rights will be made exclusively by their verified channels. The statement read:

"Important Announcement: We have noticed some false news circulating on social media and other platforms claiming that the OTT rights for UI: The Movie has been acquired by Sun NXT. We want to clarify that this is FAKE NEWS. The official announcement regarding OTT rights and other updates will be made exclusively by the UI team. Please refrain from believing or spreading such rumors. Stay tuned to our official channels for all authentic updates. Thank you for your love and support! Team UI"

This clarification comes after multiple reports surfaced, suggesting that Sun NXT had acquired the streaming rights for the film, which was released theatrically on December 20, 2024, coinciding with the Christmas weekend. The false claim quickly spread across social media and other platforms, causing confusion among eager fans awaiting the movie's availability on OTT.

Upendra's "UI": A Dystopian Thriller with a Star-Studded Cast

UI is a high-concept thriller directed and acted by Upendra, who plays a triple role as the characters Sathya, Kalki, and himself. The film delves into a dystopian world, exploring themes of psychological conflict, the misuse of power, and the destructive aftermath of technology. It also stars Reeshma Nanaiah, Nidhi Subbaiah, Murali Sharma, Sadhu Kokila, and Indrajit Lankesh, among others.

The film's music is composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, with cinematography by H. C. Venugopal and editing by Vijay Raj B. G. Produced under the banners of Lahari Films and Venus Entertainers, UI has garnered significant attention for its unique storyline and ambitious visual effects, which are supervised by Nirmal Kumar at Radiance FX.

Despite the confusion over the OTT rights, the makers have emphasized that fans should remain patient and rely only on verified updates for any future news. The UI team also expressed their gratitude for the ongoing love and support from audiences, acknowledging the excitement surrounding the film's release.

As the buzz around UI continues to grow, moviegoers are advised to stay tuned for the official announcement regarding the film's availability on streaming platforms, which will be revealed through the movie's official channels soon. For now, fans can continue enjoying UI on the big screen as it remains in theaters.