Director Rathna Kumar has expressed his joy over the tremendous response to his film '29 The Film,' which recently debuted on OTT platforms following a successful theatrical run. In a heartfelt message, the filmmaker thanked fans for their overwhelming love and support.
Messages from Viewers Fill Director with Happiness
Sharing his feelings on social media, Rathna Kumar revealed that the past few days have been extraordinarily special for him. He noted that he has been receiving countless messages from audiences thanking him for the emotional experience the film provided. Interestingly, many viewers also apologized for not watching the film in theaters. The director said his heart was “screaming with joy” due to the love shown towards the film after its digital release. According to him, the response has far exceeded his expectations and has made the entire journey of creating '29' feel even more meaningful.
Global Appreciation and Creative Tributes Leave Rathna Kumar Emotional
The filmmaker also disclosed that he has been receiving feedback from viewers across multiple countries and in various languages. Beyond messages and reviews, his social media pages have been flooded with memes, fan art, drawings, video edits, and creative posts inspired by the film. Rathna Kumar said these messages moved him to tears, as he could see how deeply the story affected many people. He remarked that reading these reactions reminded him of the power of cinema and how stories can connect with audiences regardless of language or location.
'29' Continues to Win Hearts Beyond Theatres
Rathna Kumar thanked every viewer who took the time to share their thoughts about the film. He mentioned that many people told him that '29' helped them heal emotionally and offered comfort during difficult moments. The director added that the audience's love had, in turn, healed him as a creator. At the same time, he acknowledged the criticism he received and promised to learn from it for future projects. Produced by Lokesh Kanagaraj and Karthik Subbaraj, '29 The Film' stars Vidhu and Preethi Asrani in lead roles and continues to find appreciation from viewers long after its theatrical run ended.
