On Saturday, the Jio Cinema app started streaming the Hindi version of Hanuman, but it was a slow start. However, things quickly changed when more and more people started tuning in. Fans were excited, but they also felt a bit let down because the original Telugu version wasn’t available at the same time. This made some fans unhappy, and they took to social media to express their disappointment.
To everyone’s surprise, Zee5, which had been quiet until then, released the Telugu version the very next day, Sunday. But here’s where it gets interesting: the Hindi version runs for 2 hours and 38 minutes, while the Telugu one is only 2 hours and 30 minutes long. This got people talking, and many assumed there were scenes missing or cuts made.
However, the truth was quite different. It turned out that there was a mistake in adjusting the frame rate, which made the Telugu version play a bit faster than usual. Despite being shorter in duration, it wasn’t missing any scenes. This small difference left some fans feeling confused or unsatisfied, sparking even more discussions on social media.
Even though Hanuman was released digitally after a delay of 66 days, digital fans were still disappointed. This overshadowed the anticipation for other films released at the same time during Sankranti. With no major new releases in cinemas, Hanuman became the go-to option for families looking for entertainment at home.
However, as the month goes on, the viewership might decline, especially with the Sri Rama Navami festivities coming up. Fans will have to wait and see how things unfold.