The makers of Hanuman Ansh, the devotional film inspired by the life and teachings of Neem Karoli Baba, have denied reports that the movie has secured a ₹100 crore OTT deal. Producer Ragini Sona said no such offer has been finalised and urged audiences not to give the reports attention.
The clarification comes as Hanuman Ansh continues its strong theatrical run after emerging as one of the year’s biggest surprise successes. The film, which was made on a modest budget of around ₹2 crore, crossed the ₹100 crore mark in domestic net collections after a slow start.
What Happened With the Reported ₹100 Crore OTT Deal?
Speculation about a ₹100 crore digital deal began circulating as Hanuman Ansh gained momentum at the box office. The reports suggested that a streaming platform had offered the makers ₹100 crore for the film’s digital rights.
Ragini Sona has now rejected that claim.
Speaking to NDTV, the producer said the reported deal was not real and described the claims as rumours. She said the team’s immediate focus remains on the number of people watching the film in cinemas rather than the value of any potential digital offer.
Sona also indicated that discussions with streaming platforms may be taking place, but there is no confirmed ₹100 crore agreement. The team has said that any eventual OTT deal will be announced when it is finalised.
Hanuman Ansh Has Become a Box Office Surprise
The OTT speculation comes after an unusually strong turnaround for Hanuman Ansh.
Directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, the film opened in theatres on August 7, 2026. It reportedly earned only around ₹10 lakh on its opening day and had a relatively slow initial run. The film’s fortunes changed as word of mouth spread, eventually pushing it past the ₹100 crore domestic net mark.
The film was made for less than ₹2 crore, according to multiple reports, making its theatrical performance particularly notable. The Indian Express reported that it took more than 30 days to enter the ₹100 crore club.
That success also changed the conversation around the film’s digital prospects.
The Film Was Initially Rejected by OTT Platforms
One of the more unusual aspects of Hanuman Ansh‘s journey is that its current box-office success came after difficulties in securing an OTT release.
Director Vishal Chaturvedi previously revealed that streaming platforms had rejected the film during its pre-release phase. He also said he had been encouraged to release the movie directly on an OTT platform rather than pursue a theatrical release.
The film ultimately took the theatrical route, where its audience response developed gradually rather than arriving with a large opening.
That trajectory has made the current OTT speculation particularly interesting. However, the producer’s latest comments make clear that a ₹100 crore streaming sale should not be treated as a confirmed development.
Who Is Behind Hanuman Ansh?
Hanuman Ansh is directed by Vishal Chaturvedi and features Shobhinaw Satyaa as Neem Karoli Baba, also known as Maharaj Ji. The film draws on the spiritual leader’s life and philosophy.
The film has also attracted attention because of the unusual story behind its production. Anupriya Nagar, who was 21 when she became involved with the project, has spoken about how her interest in Steve Jobs’ spiritual journey eventually led her towards Neem Karoli Baba and the film.
Nagar has also confirmed that a sequel is planned, although details about its story, cast, and release schedule have not been announced.
Is Hanuman Ansh Coming to OTT?
As of September 13, 2026, there is no officially confirmed OTT platform or streaming date for Hanuman Ansh.
The film remains associated with its theatrical run, while the makers have not announced a ₹100 crore digital agreement. Reports indicate that conversations with streaming platforms are taking place, but no final deal has been publicly confirmed.
For now, viewers should therefore treat claims that Hanuman Ansh has already landed a ₹100 crore OTT deal as unconfirmed.
If a digital agreement is finalised, the production team has indicated it will announce it officially.
What Happens Next?
The immediate focus for the Hanuman Ansh team remains its theatrical performance.
The film’s rise from a modest opening to the ₹100 crore domestic net milestone has already turned it into an unusual Bollywood success story. Its next major digital development will be the confirmation of an OTT partner and release date.
Until then, there is no basis for treating the reported ₹100 crore streaming deal as a completed transaction.
