Filmmaker Blessy has filed a complaint with the Ernakulam cyber cell after an illegal copy of his recently released film ‘Aadujeevitham’ was leaked online. The complaint was lodged on Friday, March 28, the same day the film was released.
Blessy alleges that an unauthorized version of the film has been circulated on various online platforms, including messaging apps like Telegram. According to a report by Manorama, Blessy has submitted evidence to support his claim, which includes a recorded phone conversation in which an individual admits to recording the film in a theater.
During the complaint filing, Blessy emphasized the significant financial loss incurred by the film’s producers due to the piracy. Reports suggest that the pirated copy of ‘Aadujeevitham’ appeared in Canada within a few hours of its official release. The cyber cell is currently investigating the matter.
Directed by Blessy, ‘Aadujeevitham’ features Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role and is based on Benyamin’s best-selling 2008 novel. The film also stars Amala Paul, Jimmy Jean-Louis, KR Gokul, Talib Al Balushi, and Rik in pivotal roles. It narrates the true story of Najeeb, a man from Kerala who travels to Saudi Arabia in search of a better life but ends up being enslaved. The film has garnered positive reviews from both critics and movie enthusiasts.
In terms of box office performance, ‘Aadujeevitham’ has had a successful run, earning Rs 8.50 crore in India on Easter, surpassing its opening day figures. Globally, the film has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark and continues to perform well in cinemas.
