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This page lists some of the List of Indian films with the highest digital rights value, focusing on films that have achieved notable success in theatres before making their debut on streaming platforms. The leading OTT services in India include Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar. [1]
With the rapid growth of the digital content market, post-pandemic Indian films have secured substantial deals for their digital distribution, often surpassing traditional revenue streams. This trend highlights the increasing influence of streaming platforms in Indian cinema. [2] [3] As audiences continue to shift towards digital consumption, films with lucrative digital rights deals are seeing greater revenue potential and wider market reach. The Indian streaming market has experienced remarkable expansion, with projections indicating it will reach $5 billion by the end of 2024. [4] This growth is fueled by the rise of digital platforms and a surge in subscriptions. Consequently, there is intensified competition among streaming services for exclusive digital rights to major films. As a result, Indian cinema is witnessing some of its highest digital rights deals ever, as platforms compete to attract a growing audience eager for on-demand content. This shift underscores a transformative phase for the industry, where digital distribution is increasingly becoming a vital revenue source for filmmakers and studios. Currently, the OTT audience in India stands at 547 million users, reflecting a 14% increase from 2023’s 481 million, representing a 38% market penetration. [5]
The following table lists the highest digital rights deals in Indian cinema, following successful theatrical runs, which includes films from all Indian languages. Only films released post-pandemic have been considered, as the surge in digital platforms began during the lockdown. [6] [7] Some films have been distributed to multiple platforms to appeal to wider audiences as per language aiming to diversify their audience reach. Currently, Kalki 2898 AD holds the highest sold digital rights, divided between two platforms Netflix and Amazon Prime Video at ₹375 crores. [8]
This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness. You can help by adding missing items with reliable sources. For a list of highest-grossing Indian films worldwide, see List of highest-grossing Indian films
| Rank | Title | OTT Platform | Digital Rights | Year | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kalki 2898 AD | Amazon Prime Video / Netflix | ₹375 crore | 2024 | [8] [9] |
| 2 | KGF: Chapter 2 | Amazon Prime Video | ₹320 crore | 2022 | [10] [11] |
| 3 | Pushpa 2: The Rule | Netflix | ₹275 crore | 2024 | [12] [13] |
| 4 | Adipurush | Netflix / Amazon Prime Video | ₹200 crore | 2023 | [14] |
| 5 | RRR | ZEE5 / Netflix / Disney+ Hotstar | ₹170 crore [α] | 2022 | [15] [16] |
| 6 | Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire | Netflix / Disney+ Hotstar | ₹160–162 crore | 2023 | [17] [18] |
| 7 | Spirit | Netflix | ₹160 crore | 2025 | [19] [20] [21] |
| 8 | Devara: Part 1 | Netflix | ₹150–155 crore | 2024 | [22] [23] |
| 9 | Singham Again | Amazon Prime Video | ₹130 crore | 2024 | [24] [25] |
| 10 | Kantara: Chapter 1 | Amazon Prime Video | ₹125 crore | 2025 | [26] [27] |
| 11 | Leo | Netflix | ₹120 crore | 2023 | [28] [29] |
| 12 | Coolie | Amazon Prime Video | ₹120 crore | 2025 | [30] [31] |
| 13 | Jawan | Netflix | ₹120 crore | 2023 | [32] [33] |
| 14 | Thug Life | Netflix | ₹110–150 crore | 2025 | [34] [35] |
| 15 | The Greatest of All Time | Netflix | ₹110 crore | 2024 | [36] [37] |
| 16 | Game Changer | Amazon Prime Video / ZEE5 | ₹105 crore | 2025 | [38] [39] |
| 17 | Pathaan | Amazon Prime Video | ₹100 crore | 2023 | [40] |
| 18 | Vikram | Disney+ Hotstar | ₹98 crore | 2022 | [41] [42] |
| 19 | Jailer | Amazon Prime Video | ₹90–100 crore | 2023 | [43] [44] |
| 20 | Vettaiyan | Amazon Prime Video | ₹90 crore | 2024 | [45] [46] |