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 during the week of May 22nd to May 28th, 2023. The numbers are estimates based only within India. This list does not include any streaming releases from the South.
Views (million): 4.1
Inspired by true events, this film is about the long-drawn legal battle a sessions court lawyer (Manoj Bajpayee) carries out against a godman accused of assaulting a minor girl.
Views (million): 3.8
A cop investigates as several women are found dead in public bathrooms, pointing to the work of a serial killer. The series stars Sonakshi Sinha, Gulshan Devaiah and Sohum Shah.
Views (million): 3.6
The new season is a walk down memory lane, set in the 90s era of the winters of Lucknow. The story revolves around the Awasthi family and is narrated by 15-year-old Ritika (Hetal Gada) and the entire show is captured from her point of view.
Views (million): 3.5
Multiple lives intersect after an assassination attempt on Mumbai's most polarizing political figure. The show is created by Created by Nagesh Kukunoor and Rohit Banawlikar.
Views (million): 3.3
Two missing jackfruits. A reward of Rs.10,000. This quirky investigative film stars Sanya Malhotra and Vijay Raaz.