JioHotstar is set to premiere the Hotstar Specials documentary Land of Football on 10 July, celebrating Kerala’s extraordinary football culture and the unwavering passion of its people for the beautiful game. Presented in association with Kerala Tourism, the documentary explores how football has become an integral part of life across the state, transcending generations and communities.
Unlike a conventional sports documentary, Land of Football highlights Kerala’s unique football identity. It revisits one of the most talked-about moments from the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, when thousands of Malayalis wearing jerseys of different national teams filled the streets of Doha. While some international media outlets referred to them as “Fake Fans,” the documentary presents the real story behind Kerala’s deep-rooted football culture and explains why football is celebrated with unmatched enthusiasm throughout the state.
📌 Quick Info
| ⚽ Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | Land of Football |
| Category | Hotstar Specials |
| Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
| Streaming Date | 10 July |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Presented By | Kerala Tourism |
| Genre | Documentary / Sports |
⚽ About Land of Football
Football in Kerala is more than a sport—it’s an emotion that unites people across generations. Land of Football captures this unique sporting culture by showcasing how the game has become part of Kerala’s identity, from local grounds and village tournaments to global events like the FIFA World Cup.
The documentary also revisits the unforgettable scenes from Qatar during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where Kerala football fans made headlines worldwide with their colourful celebrations and unmatched enthusiasm.
🎬 Cast & Crew
| 👥 Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Director | Haseef Hakeem |
| Producers | Waseem Haider, Anamay Prakash |
| Production Banner | Brown Crew Productions |
| Screenplay & Dialogues | Jushna Shaheen |
| Cinematography | Nanda Kishore, Darshan |
| Editor | Tamjee Taha |
| Music | Jai Unnithan |
🌍 A Tribute to Kerala’s Football Culture
The documentary celebrates Kerala’s long-standing love for football and presents the state as one of India’s most passionate football destinations. From neighbourhood matches to international tournaments, the film explores how football has become a shared cultural experience for Malayalis around the world.
📱 Watch on JioHotstar
Land of Football starts streaming exclusively on JioHotstar from 10 July. Football enthusiasts and Malayalam audiences can watch the documentary through the platform’s official app and website.
🌍 Streaming Outside India
Football documentaries from Kerala attract viewers across the world, especially among the Malayali diaspora in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Germany. Check JioHotstar to see whether Land of Football is available in your region.
📺 Streaming availability may vary by country and regional licensing agreements.
📌 Highlights
- ✅ Premieres on JioHotstar from 10 July
- ⚽ Celebrates Kerala’s football culture and legacy
- 🌍 Revisits Kerala fans’ unforgettable presence at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar
- 🎬 Directed by Haseef Hakeem
- 🤝 Presented in association with Kerala Tourism
- 🎥 Produced by Brown Crew Productions
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