Streaming platforms are notorious for their lack of transparency, allowing them to quote numbers that are tough to verify. Ormax Media, a media consulting firm, however, has been tracking viewership figures of the top releases across major platforms.
Here’s a list of the most-viewed shows and movies from the Indian streaming space between July 1st and July 7th, 2024. The numbers are estimates based within India, and only include Hindi streaming releases.
1. Mirzapur S3 – Amazon Prime Video
Views (million): 11.7
The reign of the Tripathis in Purvanchal is over. Guddu and Golu are pitted against a new contender as they stake their claim to the throne.
2. Bigg Boss OTT S3 – JioCinema
Views (million): 7.9
Anil Kapoor replaces Salman Khan as the host in the third season of the controversial reality show’s OTT avatar.
3. The Legend Of Hanuman S4 – Disney+ Hotstar
Views (million): 3.7
The series follows Mahadev’s incarnation as Hanuman to serve Rama, and his transformation from a mighty warrior to a god.
4. Bad Cop – Disney+ Hotstar
Views (million): 3.5
Starring Gulshan Devaiah and Anurag Kashyap, this show has been described as a classic cop vs. villain story with a lot of twists and turns.
5. Sharmajee Ki Beti – Amazon Prime Video
Views (million): 3.4
Multi-generational ensemble about the modern, middle-class female experience and the lives of urban women, all with the common surname of Sharma.