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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Top 10 Most Watched Indian OTT Shows: Salaar, Dragon and Aashram
Nielsen's latest Mobile Audience Measurement report shared that Prabhas' pan-India action film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire has emerged as the most-watched movie on streaming platforms in India for March 2025.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Prabhas' Salaar is the most-watched movie on Indian OTT, Korean content outperforms homegrown titles on Netflix
JioHotstar dominated streaming charts in the month of March, according to new data shared by Nielsen. The most-watched film in India during this time was the Prabhas-starrer Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, which made over Rs 700 crore in its box office run. Directed by Prashanth Neel, Salaar also featured Prithviraj Sukumaran, and is set to get a sequel. According to the report, shared by Variety, JioHotstar occupied seven of the top 10 spots on the charts. Dragon, on Netflix, also found a spot on the list, which was compiled after measuring the mobile phone viewing patterns of people in the 18-45 demographic in urban areas with populations exceeding 1 lakh. The most-watched title as far as series are concerned was MX Player's Aashram, followed by JioHotstar's Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. Surprisingly, the Korean series When Life Gives You Tangerines took the third spot, meaning that it outperformed every Indian title on Netflix in March. The fourth spot was claimed by the evergreen favourite Stranger Things, which also outperformed every Indian title. Game of Thrones also found a spot, while MTV Roadies led the pack in the non-original series category. Also read – Sikandar: Anurag Kashyap's right; Bollywood is doomed if stars like Salman Khan enable the Snapchat-ification of cinema The list is based on data compiled from metro, mini-metro, Tier 1, and Tier 2 cities, using metrics that measure time spent and engagement. India has the world's second-largest internet users, which is why it's high on the priority lists of international streamers. Netflix hasn't quite cracked the market yet, despite having had a presence in India since 2018. Thanks to the Indian Premier League, JioHotstar's subscriber rate reportedly grew to within touching distance of Netflix – 280 million, as compared to Netflix's 300 million-plus. Discussing the viewing habits of Indian audiences in an interview with Indian Express, Monika Shergill, vice president – content, Netflix India, said, 'You have to tell them in a way that wows people — surprises or delights them. It should be worth their time. Today, sitting anywhere in the world they can experience any kind of content, in any language. Their benchmark for what's good storytelling has gone up. We have some catching up to do.'
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
JioHotstar tops March OTT charts on mobile for films, series: Nielsen
JioHotstar, the new combined platform of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema, had several of its titles among the top 10 most-watched over-the-top (OTT) content on mobile devices across movies, original series, and non-original series categories for the month of March, according to Nielsen. Pan-India action film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, streaming on JioHotstar, led the top 10 chart for movies in March in India. It was followed by Dragon, a Tamil-language comedy-drama on Netflix, according to Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data, and analytics, in its report titled Mobile Audience Measurement for March 2025. These insights are based on mobile OTT viewing across six leading platforms—Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, MX Player, Netflix, Sony LIV, and Zee5. 'Aashram on MX Player and Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar on JioHotstar led the original series chart,' the report stated. In this category as well, JioHotstar had six titles among the top 10 original series for March. In the non-original segment, JioHotstar ranked among the top three platforms with popular shows such as reality series MTV Roadies and Hindi television dramas Anupamaa and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. In total, eight JioHotstar titles featured in the top 10 non-original content chart. 'Audiences also showed growing enthusiasm for global content, with international hits like Game of Thrones and Stranger Things continuing to attract Indian viewers. Notably, there was a visible rise in watch time for Korean (K) dramas—When Life Gives You Tangerines (on Netflix) being a standout example—highlighting the growing appetite for K-content in India,' the report said.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Hrithik Roshan and Hombale Films Join Forces for a Massive Pan-India Film
A cinematic dream team is in the making! Superstar Hrithik Roshan and powerhouse production banner Hombale Films have officially announced their collaboration on an ambitious pan-India project and the news has already sent waves through the entertainment industry. Described as one of the most exciting partnerships in recent years, this upcoming film promises to be a landmark event in Indian cinema, blending star power with visionary storytelling on an epic scale. A Collaboration That Transcends Boundaries The announcement was made on social media via posts by both Hombale Films and Hrithik Roshan, sparking immense buzz among fans and industry insiders alike. Vijay Kiragandur, Founder of Hombale Films, expressed his enthusiasm, 'Very happy with this collaboration. At Hombale Films, our purpose is to tell stories that inspire and transcend boundaries. Partnering with Hrithik Roshan is a step forward in realizing that vision, crafting a film where intensity meets imagination on a grand scale. We are committed to delivering an experience that is both powerful and timeless.' Adding to the excitement, Hrithik Roshan shared, "Hombale has been home to some very unique stories over the years. I'm looking forward to partnering with them and delivering a cinematic experience for our audience. We are dreaming big and committed to bringing the vision to life." Titans of the Industry Hombale Films has rapidly become a titan in Indian filmmaking, with a reputation for delivering blockbusters that resonate across language barriers. The studio's recent mega-hits include: * KGF Chapter 1 & 2 * Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire * Kantara These films not only performed exceptionally at the box office but also redefined the scale and storytelling standards in Indian cinema. On the other hand, Hrithik Roshan remains one of India's most versatile and beloved stars. Known for his stellar performances and magnetic screen presence, he continues to be at the forefront of Indian cinema. With War 2 and Krrish 4 already building high anticipation, this new project with Hombale Films only adds to the excitement surrounding his upcoming slate. Anticipation at an All-Time High The announcement has lit up social media, with fans and industry experts eagerly speculating on the genre, story, and scale of the film. While more details are awaited, one thing is certain that this collaboration is shaping up to be a blockbuster in the making.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Hrithik Roshan Joins Forces With KGF, Kantara Fame Hombale Films For A Pan-India Project
Last Updated: Hrithik Roshan joins forces with Hombale Films for a high-profile project promising grit, grandeur, and cinematic magic. Hrithik Roshan has officially joined hands with Hombale Films for an upcoming project that has already created a lot of excitement. The studio describes the film as a story full of 'grit, grandeur, and glory,' promising a unique blend of powerful emotions and creative storytelling. The makers posted a note on social media that read, 'They call him the Greek God. He's ruled hearts, shattered limits and we see the phenomenon he truly is! We are proud to welcome Hrithik Roshan to the Hombale family for a collaboration, years in the making. A tale of grit, grandeur and glory is set to unfold, where intensity meets imagination, the big bang begins. HXH #HrithikXHombale." They call him the Greek God. He's ruled hearts, shattered limits and we see the phenomenon he truly is! We are proud to welcome @iHrithik to the @hombalefilms family for a collaboration, years in the making. A tale of grit, grandeur and glory is set to unfold, where intensity… — Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) May 28, 2025 Hrithik, too, expressed his enthusiasm about the project. He said, as per a report in India Today, 'Hombale has been home to some very unique stories over the years. I'm looking forward to partnering with them and delivering a cinematic experience for our audience. We are dreaming big, and committed to bringing the vision to life," he wrote. Vijay Kiragandur, the founder of Hombale Films, also shared his thoughts. 'Very happy with this collaboration. At Hombale Films, our purpose is to tell stories that inspire and transcend boundaries. Partnering with Hrithik Roshan is a step forward in realising that vision, crafting a film where intensity meets imagination on a grand scale. We are committed to delivering an experience that is both powerful and timeless." Hombale Films has been behind massive pan-India hits such as 'KGF' Chapters 1 and 2, 'Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire', and 'Kantara'. Their films are known for breaking new ground and achieving huge success at the box office. Hrithik Roshan upcoming movies Hrithik will be next seen in War 2. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 also stars Jr NTR and Kiara Advani in the pivotal roles. The movie delves into the ruthless world of espionage, with Kabir (Hrithik Roshan) and Nataraj (Jr NTR) locked in a cat-and-mouse chase. This film marks Jr NTR's highly anticipated Bollywood debut. The teaser, released on Jr NTR's birthday, highlighted intense action sequences, high-stakes battles, and a gripping narrative, setting the stage for an epic showdown between the two leads. First Published: May 28, 2025, 18:40 IST
