Bloody Daddy, Gulmohar and Gaslight top the list of most viewed OTT movies of 2023.
The rivalry among OTT platforms to provide fascinating content has reached new heights in the fast-paced world of streaming entertainment. Though there is no official channel to measure the viewership of movies and shows on OTT, Ormax Media has been extensively working to build industry data in the fast-growing streaming category in India. The company has recently revealed the list of the most-watched shows & films in India in Jan-Jun 2023. Let’s have a look at the most-watched OTT movies of 2023 (First half).
Bloody Daddy
Release Date: June 9, 2023
OTT Platform: Jio Cinema
Views: 16.6 Million
With the debut of “Bloody Daddy,” a thrilling murder thriller featuring Bollywood sensation Shahid Kapoor in the lead role, the year 2023 marked a game-changing moment in the world of online streaming. The plot centres around a broken-down, tough man who battles cops and crime lords to save the one relationship that matters to him. It drew 16.6 million viewers.
Gulmohar
Release Date: March 3, 2023
OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Views: 16.6 Million
Gulmohar is a drama film written and directed by Rahul V. Chittella, starring Sharmila Tagore and Manoj Bajpayee in the lead roles. The story centres around the Batra family, who have lived in a house called “Gulmohar” for decades. The family gathers for one last celebration before the packers and movers take over as their Gulmohar villa is demolished to make way for a high-rise. The show has 16.3 million viewers, making it the second-most-watched OTT movie of 2023 so far.
Gaslight
Release Date: March 31, 2023
OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar
Views: 12.5 Million
Gaslight is a mystery-thriller film directed by Pavan Kirpalani. The film stars Sara Ali Khan, Vikrant Massey, and Chitrangada Singh. It revolves around Misha, who goes to her royal family home after 15 years to meet her estranged father, only to discover he is missing. It has a total of 12.5 Million viewers.
Tiku Weds Sheru
Release Date: June 23, 2023
OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Views: 11.1 Million
Tiku Weds Sheru is a deliciously bizarre trip that defies conventional movie rules. The film hits the perfect balance of romance, humour, and raw emotions, leaving you smitten from the moment you enter this roller-coaster ride of unexpected love. It has 11.1 million views and stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Avneet Kaur in the lead roles.
Mission Majnu
Release Date: January 20, 2023
OTT Platform: Netflix
Views: 10.8 Million
Mission Majnu is an engrossing spy movie. The film offers suspenseful action and fosters a strong emotional connection with its compelling plot and balanced characters. The movie is set in the 1970s and takes viewers on an exciting voyage into the realm of espionage. The focus of the movie is a committed squad under the direction of Major Amar Singh, played by Siddharth Malhotra. It has a total of 10.8 Million viewers.
List of most-watched Hindi movies of 2023
- Bloody Daddy (16.6 million views) [Jio Cinema]
- Gulmohar (16.3 million views) [Disney+ Hotstar]
- Gaslight (12.5 million views) [Disney+ Hotstar]
- Tiku Weds Sheru (11.1 million views) [Prime Video]
- Mission Majnu (10.8 million views) [Netflix]
- Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai (9.9 million views) [Zee5]
- Lust Stories 2 (9.4 million views) [Netflix]
- I Love You (8.6 million views) [Jio Cinema]
- U Turn (7.7 million views) [Zee5]
- Kathal (7.2 million views) [Netflix]
Jio Cinema’s Bloody Daddy starring Shahid Kapoor like Farzi, is the most-watched direct-to-OTT Hindi film from the first half of 2023. The top list is split across five platforms, with Netflix leading with three entries.
