From intense thrillers and crime dramas to emotional stories and light-hearted series, these stars dominated the digital space and became fan favourites.
Here are the most popular male OTT stars of 2025.
Pankaj Tripathi — Criminal Justice: A Family Matter (Season 4)
Pankaj Tripathi once again proved why he is a favourite among viewers. His performance in Criminal Justice: A Family Matter was calm, realistic, and deeply layered. Audiences loved how natural he looked on screen. His presence made the series more engaging and memorable throughout the season.
Jaideep Ahlawat — Paatal Lok (Season 2)
Jaideep Ahlawat impressed everyone with his intense and gripping performance in Paatal Lok Season 2. His acting brought realism and tension to the series. Viewers enjoyed his strong screen presence and the way he made every scene impactful.
Zahan Kapoor — Black Warrant
Zahan Kapoor emerged as one of the fresh faces to watch this year. In Black Warrant, he showed confidence and focus in his performance. Audiences appreciated his natural style and saw him as a promising talent in the OTT space.
Jitendra Kumar — Panchayat (Season 4)
Jitendra Kumar continued to charm viewers in Panchayat Season 4. His performance was relatable, simple, and heartfelt. Fans connected with his timing, humour, and emotional expressions. He once again proved why he is a favourite in family and small-town stories.
Manoj Bajpayee — The Family Man (Season 3)
Manoj Bajpayee impressed audiences again with The Family Man Season 3. He balanced action, humour, and emotional moments effortlessly. His presence kept viewers hooked and made the series one of the most talked-about shows of the year.
Bobby Deol — The Bads of Bollywood**
Bobby Deol surprised viewers with his performance in The Ba**ds of Bollywood. He showed intensity and boldness in his role, making a strong impression. Fans enjoyed seeing a new side of him on the OTT platform this year.
Kay Kay Menon — Special Ops (Season 2)
Kay Kay Menon delivered a calm and controlled performance in Special Ops Season 2. His acting and strong screen presence made the series more engaging. Audiences admired the subtlety and realism he brought to the show.
Vijay Varma — IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack
Vijay Varma impressed viewers with his performance in IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack. He brought realism, intensity, and emotion to the story, keeping audiences invested throughout. His work this year strengthened his position as a reliable OTT actor.
Sparsh Srivastava — Dupahiya
Sparsh Srivastava delivered a fresh and natural performance in Dupahiya. His energy and relatable acting made him stand out. Viewers enjoyed his work and recognized him as a promising young talent in the OTT world.
Barun Sobti — Raat Jawaan Hai
Barun Sobti impressed audiences with his performance in Raat Jawaan Hai. His acting was calm, mature, and emotionally deep. Fans appreciated his presence on screen and the subtle way he portrayed his role.
From thrillers and crime dramas to emotional and light-hearted stories, these stars made digital entertainment exciting and memorable throughout the year.
