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Rajkummar Rao’s Bhool Chuk Maaf may hit theatres amid OTT row—what it means for small-budget movies
Bhool Chuk Maaf, caught in a legal spat between its production house and multiplex chain PVR Inox, may finally make it to the theatres ahead of a digital debut. But what would happen to theatres if small-budget films were to skip the cinemas?
2 min read22 May 2025Malayalam OTT releases this week: New movies, web-series to watch this weekend; Hunt, Abhilasham, Maranamass and more
Malayalam OTT releases this week: A number of new Malayalam movies will be available this weekend on OTT platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Manorama Max, SonyLIV and SunNXT. Check out.
1 min read21 May 2025Why aggregation could be a game changer for niche OTTs
Aggregation allows niche streaming services to reach broader audiences and enhance visibility. Platforms like hoichoi and Apple TV+ benefit from partnerships with major aggregators, leading to higher user engagement and potential for direct subscriptions
3 min read20 May 2025Trump tariffs promise a horror show for Indian movies, streaming in US
Platforms that have invested heavily in Indian originals with cross-border appeal may face cost escalation unless they can restructure their productions with a US co-production or find other workarounds. This may force a re-evaluation of greenlighting certain projects, especially mid-budget titles.
4 min read19 May 2025The Royals: Representative of princely states slams Netflix web series; netizens hit back, ‘Touch some grass, Maharani’
Netflix’s The Royals, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar, faces backlash from Royal Fables for portraying Indian royals inaccurately.
2 min read15 May 2025Tourist Family OTT release date: When and where to watch the Tamil comedy drama movie online
Tourist Family, a Tamil family drama, released on May 1, has performed well at the box office, earning ₹40.65 crore in 13 days. Directed by Abishan Jeevinth, the movie was praised by Superstar Rajinikanth.
2 min read14 May 2025Amazon Prime Video to stream ads in India; launches ad-free tier for additional ₹699 annually
The new ad-free add-on is available for ₹699 per year or ₹129 per month, raising subscription costs to ₹2,198 annually or ₹428 monthly.
2 min read13 May 2025Amazon Prime Video won't be ad-free anymore, unless you pay THIS amount
Amazon Prime Video said the current price of memberships would remain the same; however, users will be able to access ad-free content via the new ‘ad-free add-on’.
1 min read13 May 2025Content studios turn to YouTube to launch new originals despite surge in premium streaming platforms
YouTube's ad-supported model allows for wider reach and community building, making it attractive for studios looking to maintain ownership and monetise through various revenue streams.
3 min read12 May 2025OTT releases this week: New movies, web series to watch this weekend; Odela 2, The Royals, Gram Chikitsalay and more
OTT releases this week: A number of new movies and web series will be available this weekend on OTT platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix and ZEE5. Check out.
2 min read10 May 2025Popular Topics
Budget
The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared