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OTT Releases This Week (25 – 31 August): From Kingdom to Songs of Paradise
Netflix – Kingdom: Saamrajya The much-awaited Telugu action drama starring Vijay Deverakonda arrives on Netflix on 27th August. Available in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, the film promises a gripping tale of power, gold, and blood. | Click Here...
India Web Fest 2025: Fireside Chat: India’s OTT Evolution: The Rise & Rise Of South
Marked 20th August. It was raining in Mumbai—not the kind of moment where you would expect people to show up in legions at an industry event. But as you flow into the India Web Fest 2025, the grey outside fades, and you see creatives in swarms—tech leads, media professionals, advertisers and others all in the quest to seek what lies next for the web. It’s a global shift that we have been witnessing. And in India, this evolution propelled a transformation in content consumption. Indian audiences are gravitating towards regional portrayals, with the South arising as a cultural po | Click Here...
A Big Bold Return – Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Records Over 1.6 Billion Minutes Watch Time In Launch Week
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi made a historic return to Indian television on 29th July and the response was nothing short of phenomenal. The show clocked 1.659 billion minutes* of watch time on Star Plus and JioHotstar in its launch week, an extraordinary testament to its enduring appeal, reasserting its iconic status in India’s entertainment landscape. Drawing 31.1 million** viewers on TV in just the first four days, and reaching millions more on streaming, the show has shattered records to become the biggest-ever | Click Here...
JioStar Cracks Down on Rogue IPTV App Resellers in Major Anti-Piracy Action
In a decisive move to combat digital piracy and protect its intellectual property, JioStar has enabled a significant breakthrough in a nationwide crackdown on illegal content distribution. Acting on a criminal complaint filed by JioStar, the Cyber Crime Police Station in Gandhinagar, Gujarat launched a targeted investigation against BOS IPTV — a rogue IPTV service provider illegally streaming JioStar’s premium content including from the JioHotstar platform, as well as restricted channels. The racket, estimated to be worth ₹700 crore, involved unauthorised access to Star India†| Click Here...
JioStar Kids strengthens its homegrown content slate with the launch of its 15th local IP – Bittu Bahanebaaz on Sonic
JioStar Kids is all set to launch its 15th homegrown IP - Bittu Bahanebaaz. Bittu is the story of a smart and quick-thinking 10-year-old boy who always finds funny and creative ways to get out of everyday sticky situations in a fast and imaginative manner. The show is packed with humor and everyday moments that everyone can relate to. At its heart, Bittu Bahanebaaz is based on a simple truth—we all have a little bit of Bittu in us! With his sharp mind and boundless imagination, Bittu lives in a world where rules are flexible and creativity | Click Here...
Exclusive: Daksh Sharma bags his first lead role with JioStar’s microdrama series
The microdrama series is quickly emerging as a groundbreaking trend among various OTT platforms, captivating audiences with its concise storytelling format. Recently, we delved into Kuku TV's efforts to develop such series, showcasing their innovative approach. Notably, Ananta Productions stands out as one of the trailblazers in this genre, pioneering the creation of engaging short-form content that delivers compelling narratives in a limited timeframe. Originating in China, the concept of microdramas has not only captured significant attention but has also amassed a dedicated following, de | Click Here...
Exclusive: Akash Jagga and Aditi Sanwal to play leads in JioStar’s microdrama series
Young actors Akash Jagga and Aditi Sanwal, who were seen together in the popular show Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2, are working together again for a vertical microdrama series. The series will be a thriller cum family drama, produced by Following Dreams Pvt. Ltd. The series will soon stream on JioStar. As we know, the microdrama series is the new trend that is being adapted by many OTT platforms. We have written in-depth about Kuku TV working on such series. Ananta Productions happens to be one of the pioneers in creating such a short-content format, with a gripping narrative. The conten | Click Here...
Exclusive: Reena Aggarwal to feature in JioStar series The Trial 2
Actress Reena Aggarwal who has featured in TV shows Kya Haal Mr Paanchal?, Balika Vadhu, Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 2 etc, will be seen venturing into the OTT space with the upcoming second season of The Trial, the legal drama series streaming on JioStar. The series, as we know is an adaptation of Robert King and Michelle King's The Good Wife and features Kajol in the lead role. The series is centred on a housewife who, after 10 years, starts working at a law firm to support her family when her husband gets imprisoned. The series was received well, with Kajol’s comeback gaining immense praise. | Click Here...