Asianet bags satellite rights of 9 for a huge price

Prithviraj starrer 9 is one of the most awaited Malayalam movies in the first quarter of the year. This Jenuse Mohamed directorial promises to be a first of its kind experience for the Malayali audience. According to the makers, it is a film with elements of horror, psychological thriller and science fiction. Prithviraj, who is known to be experimental with his choices, has taken the next step by even producing 9.

All these factors have increased the hype for 9. Inspired by that, the movie’s satellite rights have been acquired by Asianet even before it’s release. Though the exact amount has not been disclosed, it is said to be one of the biggest for a Malayalam movie in recent times.

According to Prithviraj, it is hard to label 9 to one particular genre. It has several layers and concepts but at the core of which is an emotional father-son bonding. The story unfolds in the backdrop of a massive global event that lasts nine days. What happens over this course of period forms the plot.

Prithviraj plays the role of scientist Albert Lewis and child actor Alok plays his son, Adam. The cast also includes Prakash Raj, Mamta Mohandas, Wamiqa Gabbi, Tony Luke, Rahul Madhav and Adil Ibrahim. Prithviraj Productions is funding the movie jointly with Sony Pictures International Productions. The movie is scheduled for a wide release this Thursday (February 7).