The importance of OTT platforms has augmented drastically in the last two years. Or should we say after the arrival of COVID? Whatever may be the case here, but we have to admit that these streaming services have changed our ways of entertainment. Nowadays, people want to stay at their houses and enjoy the content of different genres in their cosy blankets. That’s why we are here to help you. You can simply take a look at our list of best OTT platforms.
Here are the top 5 OTT platforms of 2021!
5. ZEE5
It is a good OTT platform if you are interested in buying cheap subscription plans. Its premium plan offers 2800+ movies, 150+ web series, and ad-free entertainment to the viewers. But when it comes to delivering top-quality OTT content, this streaming service still has a lot to do in this department. Still, it’s a decent choice for enjoying regional Zee shows.
Subscription plans:
3 months plan – Rs. 299
12 months plan (special offer) – Rs. 499
4. SonyLIV
SonyLIV has shown drastic improvement in the last couple of years. The live cricket broadcasts from England, Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and many more countries have helped its reach among Indian viewers. It has also dispatched popular web series like Scam 1992, Avrodh: The Siege Within, Your Honor, etc. Additionally, the live and repeated broadcasting of WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) shows aids in increasing its prominence. Furthermore, viewers can enjoy all the Bollywood and Hollywood movies released under Sony’s banner.
Subscription plans:
LIV Premium (12 months) – Rs. 999
LIV Special+ (12 months) – Rs. 399
WWE Network (12 months) – Rs. 299
3. Netflix
Some say it’s expensive, some say it’s top-notch, but we cannot deny that Netflix is one of the best streaming services available in the world right now. It treasures nearly 214 million subscribers globally. Despite its global supremacy, it is still struggling in India. There are two reasons behind this scenario. First, its subscription plans (mentioned below) are way too expensive for common Indian viewers. Second, the lack of regional content still haunts it. It seems like the OTT platform forgot to drop quality Indian content after Sacred Games. Shows like Ray, Bombay Begums, Feels Like Ishq, Navarasa, and Call My Agent: Bollywood were nothing except big misses. Now, let’s take a look at Netflix India original movies. Apart from the Marathi masterpiece, The Disciple, not a single Netflix India movie managed to impress the audience this year.
Despite all the factors mentioned above, diehard binge-watchers love it. The collection of well-known Hollywood content certainly helps Netflix in maintaining its popularity in our country.
Subscription plans:
Mobile plan – Rs. 199/month (480p)
Basic plan (for all devices) – Rs. 499/month (480p)
Standard plan (for all devices) – Rs. 649/month (1080p)
Premium plan (for all devices) – Rs. 799/month (4K+HDR)
2. Amazon Prime Video
It is the only platform that gives decent competition to Disney+ Hotstar supremacy in India. The subscription to Amazon Prime offers you a chance to watch your desired shows and movies on this OTT service. When it comes to releasing the biggest hits of 2021, Prime Video is the winner. Shershaah and Sardar Udham turned out to be one of the biggest hits of 2021 for this platform. Plus, we can enjoy Drishyam 2, Joji, Malik, Narappa, Kuruthi, Sunny, Jai Bhim, and several other South Indian hits here.
Subscription plans:
Monthly plan – Rs. 129
Quarterly plan – Rs. 329
Yearly plan – Rs. 999 (offer valid till December 13)
1. Disney+ Hotstar
This OTT platform possesses the highest number of Indian subscribers. Providing access to premium content in exchange for inexpensive subscription charges turned out to be a game-changer for Disney+ Hotstar. In addition to all the Star India shows, it bestows quality Marvel and Disney shows and movies. And how can we forget the live streaming of IPL matches?
We know that many movies underwent streaming on this OTT platform this year. Were all of them amazing? Not exactly! But they performed brilliantly in terms of viewership. The Big Bull, Hungama 2. Bhuj: The Pride of India, Bhoot Police, and Sanak are not cinematic masterpieces. Not at all! However, they managed to lure a large audience to the streaming platform.
Now, Aanand L. Rai’s upcoming project, Atrangi Re, is ready to release on 24 December this year. Yes, it is all set for its pan-India Disney+ Hotstar release. It stars Sara Ali Khan, Dhanush, and Akshay Kumar. And a large portion of Indian viewers will watch it.
Subscription plans:
Super plan: Rs. 899/year
Premium plan: Rs. 1499/year
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