The original DVD has been out of print for over 15 years. Official streaming services do carry the 3D version of the 1998 film (only the flat 2D transfer). The XviD rip from the early torrent era remains the only widely available copy of the original theatrical 3D experience. It is a flawed but functional archive of a unique cinematic experiment.

Laxmi and her school friends encounter a mysterious boy named Chetan who possesses magical powers. Chetan is a "Kuttichathan" (little goblin) who was enslaved by a cruel magician trying to find a hidden treasure. The children befriend Chetan, who helps them deal with personal struggles—such as Laxmi's father's drinking habit—while they collectively work to defeat the magician and protect the magical boy.

The plot centers on three young children who accidentally release a mystical goblin named (Kuttichathan) from the spell of an evil sorcerer. Chetan uses his magical powers to help the children against their bullies and rivals, leading to several 3D-optimized spectacles, such as the famous "upside-down song" where characters walk on the ceiling. Legacy and Availability Full cast & crew - Chhota Chetan (1998) - IMDb

Urmila Matondkar (Miss Hawa Hawai), Shakti Kapoor (Baba Khondol), Satish Kaushik (Professor Chashmish), and Dalip Tahil. Original 1984 Cast: Master Aravind, Baby Sonia, and Master Mukesh.

If you come across a file labeled "Chhota Chetan -1998- DvD RiP XviD -India--s First 3D Movie- " (often split into two CDs, i.e., part1.avi and part2.avi), do not delete it. This file is a digital fossil. While the original 35mm print of My Dear Kuttichathan is decaying in a vault somewhere, these XviD rips have proliferated across hard drives, ensuring India’s first 3D movie never truly dies.