Netflix

Netflix India revenue grew 18% in July-September, view hours grew 24%

The streaming platform said India recorded its largest-ever quarter of paid net additions, supported by a strong content slate and its Flipkart loyalty bundle

Netflix needs blockbusters to reverse its $135 billion market value wipeout

Netflix won the fewest Emmy Awards in a decade this year, and the company isn't growing fast enough, according to Co-Chief Executive Officer Ted Sarandos

Netflix names ex-Disney executive Rice as content chief as Bajaria departs

Rice will ‌oversee Netflix's content strategy ​from October 26, including ​series, films and live events across regions

Netflix to cut 1,000 jobs in biggest layoff round since 2022: Report

The company employed about 16,000 people at the end of last year, more than half of whom work in the US

Netflix secures exclusive rights to broadcast 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain

Under the arrangement, one match on every matchday will be available free of charge, while a national free-to-air broadcaster will show every Spain match

Alpha OTT release date: When & where to watch Alia Bhatt's spy thriller?

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha will premiere on Netflix on August 28, nearly two months after its theatrical release on July 3. The action thriller is produced by Yash Raj Films

Going with the stream: Monika Shergill of Netflix on taking creative risks

Shergill speaks to Vanita Kohli-Khandekar about balancing high-quality programming with mass-appeal content to drive subscriber growth and why she views 'creative risk' as essential in entertainment

Operation Safed Sagar contributed over $24 mn to Indian economy: Netflix

Netflix said Operation Safed Sagar, its biggest India production to date, generated over $24 million for the Indian economy through local hiring, businesses and VFX partnerships

Netflix launches India Storytelling Initiative after Sarandos meets PM Modi

The streaming platform will partner with IICT and NFDC to train creative talent, offer scholarships and build skills across the AVGC ecosystem.

Flipkart-Netflix deal to earn buyers OTT plans, benefit launches on Aug 1

Flipkart Plus members can unlock a month of Netflix by completing four eligible monthly orders, marking Netflix's first e-commerce partnership in India

Gatta Kusthi 2 OTT release: Where to watch Vishnu-Aishwarya Lekshmi hit?

On July 3, Gatta Kusthi 2, starring Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi, opened in theaters. After a successful run, Gatta Kusthi sequel is on its way to OTT platform on July 31

Netflix names longtime director Jay Hoag chairman after Reed Hastings' exit

The streaming ​platform announced the move in an SEC filing on Friday, saying Hoag assumed the role following its annual shareholders meeting on June 4

Netflix is developing AI animation studio for short-form content: Report

Netflix is reportedly building a generative AI animation studio called INKubator to create short-form animated content and explore AI-driven storytelling

Netflix updates mobile app with Clips vertical video feed: What's new

Netflix introduces Clips, a vertical short-video feed, alongside a redesigned mobile interface aimed at simplifying navigation and improving content discovery during short viewing sessions

Netflix Chairman Reed Hastings to step down from board of directors in June

The Netflix co-founder and chairman Reed Hastings will step down from the streaming service's board of directors in June when his term expires, the company said on Thursday. Hastings plans to focus on philanthropy and other pursuits. Hastings had served as Netflix's CEO for more than 20 years until 2023 after taking over the role from his friend and fellow company co-founder Marc Randolph in the late 1990s. "My real contribution at Netflix wasn't a single decision; it was a focus on member joy, building a culture that others could inherit and improve, and building a company that could be both beloved by members and wildly successful for generations to come," he said in a statement. The company announced Hastings' departure along with its quarterly results Thursday, its first earnings report since walking away from its offer to buy Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming business in February. Netflix shares fell nearly 9 per cent to $98.32 in after-hours trading after the ...

Tech Digest April 17: Gucci Android XR glasses, AI Mode on Chrome, Netflix

Gucci to launch Android XR-based smart glasses in 2027. AI Mode in Chrome gets side-by-side browsing. Netflix on iPhone is getting Vertical videos. OpenAI updates Codex app. Pixel Glow lighting

Netflix co-CEO makes rare overture to cinema owners at Las Vegas meet

At the time Netflix was openly courting cinema owners with promises to show the studio's films in theatres, before it backed out of the bid in February

Rating noise rises as linear TV declines, raising questions on regulation

In 2019, over 210 million Indian homes had a television set - an audience size of almost 900 million. Most of these were DTH (direct-to-home) or cable homes

Netflix launches Playground app for kids with ad-free games: What's it

Netflix launches Playground app for kids with ad-free, offline games based on popular shows, alongside new and returning titles, with a global rollout set for April 28

Creative opportunities: India's AVGC sector moves up the value chain

The larger opportunity lies in the rapid expansion of the AVGC ecosystem. India's media & entertainment sector was estimated at around ₹2.5 trn in 2024 and is projected to reach about ₹3 trn by 2027