This weekend, OTT platforms are set to release a variety of new films and web series for Valentine's Week. From lighthearted romantic comedies to gripping dramas, there's something for every mood
Cobra Kai is an action drama series with the leading roles starring Ralph Macchio and William Zabka. On February 13, 2025, the third installment of season 6 will be available on OTT
A Malayalam mystery crime thriller, Rekhachithram is set to debut on OTT platform soon. Under the direction of Jofin T Chacko, Rekhachithram has become the top-grossing Malayalam film of 2025
Prime Video and Netflix dominate Hindi content, while Disney+ Hotstar excels in regional shows. Ormax's 2024 report highlights the rise of regional hits and global franchises in India's OTT space
Netflix has raised subscription prices in select markets including the US, Canada, and Argentina, citing investments in content. The price hike follows strong subscriber growth
This week's OTT releases incorporate fresh seasons of old favourites like Paatal Lok and XO, Kitty, and digital releases of theatrical favourites like Rifle Club and Viduthalai Part 2 and much more
With 83% of users, OTT streaming tops Internet use in India: IAMAI-Kantar report
The internet user base in India is set to cross 900 million this year, propelled by the growing use of Indic languages for digital content, according to a report by IAMAI and KANTAR. The 'Internet in India Report 2024,' reveals that the number of active internet users in India reached 886 million in 2024, a robust 8 per cent year-on-year growth. "The internet user base in India is set to surpass 900 million by 2025, driven by the growing use of Indic languages for digital content," according to the report. Rural India, with 488 million users, leads this growth and now accounts for 55 per cent of the total internet population. The report underpins the increasing role of Indic languages in shaping internet consumption patterns. Nearly all internet users (98 per cent) accessed content in Indic languages, with Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam emerging as the most popular due to their extensive availability. Over half (about 57 per cent) of urban internet users prefer consuming content in
Not surprisingly, our ability to savour, appreciate, and discuss things goes down
Streaming is beginning to look like pay TV 2.0
Satellite TV rights for Hindi films have plummeted by over 50 per cent as streaming platforms surge, reshaping the market; producers face tougher competition, with TV's viewership also declining
There is an abundance of historical shows on OTT platforms, and it is a joy to watch past and contemporary history come alive
Government blocked 18 OTT platforms this year for publishing obscene and vulgar content, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. In a reply to a question by Shiv Sena-UBT member Anil Desai, Murugan said the IT Rules of 2021 cast specific due diligence obligations on intermediaries to make reasonable efforts by themselves against displaying or spreading obscene or pornographic content. The Rules also provide for a Code of Ethics for publishers of news and current affairs on digital media and publishers of online curated content (OTT platforms). "The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has taken action in coordination with various intermediaries, and blocked 18 OTT platforms on 14th March, 2024 for publishing obscene, vulgar, and, in some instances, pornographic content under these provisions," Murugan said. In a reply to a separate question, Murugan said the Code of Ethics for digital news publishers requires such publishers
From the Honey Singh documentary to the story of the internet's most popular family, 'Spy X Family Code: White', this week has a lot to offer for the movie geeks. Here are the top 5 releases
This weekend promises thrill and action, as top tier movies and series prepare to hit the OTT platforms. Here are the top 5 releases this week
This week, a number of new films are available for streaming on OTT, which include the biographical film Amaran, feature film Maeri on Zee5, and Alia Bhatt's Jigra on Netflix
This week, multiple films and series like Our Little Secret, Lucky Baskhar and more were released on OTT platforms. So, here is the list of the latest films and web series released recently
Mall developers are downsizing multiplex spaces in new projects as declining footfall, competition from OTT platforms, and rising demand for experiential retail reshape the industry
The profit at Disney's direct-to-consumer division even exceeded the earnings from its film division, which scored $3 billion in global ticket sales this summer from the blockbusters Inside Out 2
The weekend is ideal for binge-watching new OTT releases. It includes a romantic comedy on Netflix, 'Deadpool and Wolverine' on Disney+Hotstar, and 'The Magic of Shiri' on JioCinema and more