Ott Platforms

Govt formulating new Broadcast policy to regulate OTT platforms: Minister

After receiving the suggestions, inputs from the industry and public, the government will introduce it in the Parliament, said Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, L Murugan

Fresh guidelines on cards to check obscenity and profanity in OTT content: Report

In March of this year, the I&B ministry took action against 18 OTT platforms by blocking access to their websites, apps, and social media accounts due to the streaming of vulgar content.

I&B Ministry blocks 18 OTT platforms: No obscene content on OTT

As part of this crackdown, 19 websites, 10 apps (7 on Google Play Store, 3 on Apple App Store), and 57 associated social media accounts have been blocked for public access in India.

I&B Ministry takes down 18 OTT platforms publishing vulgar content

19 websites, 10 apps, 57 social media handles of the OTT platforms have been blocked nationwide

What to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, SonyLIV, Zee5 & other OTT platforms in February

Along with an extra day (leap year), this February, on the OTTs, has SRK and women-driven shows, from Sushmita Sen to Bhumi Pednekar, Adah Sharma to Indrani Mukerjea; Karan Johar-backed stories of love; and stories of hate and revenge.

IAMAI flags concerns, practical difficulties on new norms for anti-tobacco warning on OTT platforms

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has cautioned that the rules will significantly impact consumer viewing experience, and "throttle creativity and artistic expression".

Displaying anti-tobacco warning mandatory for OTT platforms, Centre notifies rules

The notification, published on World No Tobacco Day, mandates the OTT platforms to display anti-tobacco health spots for a minimum of thirty seconds each at the beginning and middle of the programme.

Amazon in talks to acquire Times Internet's MX Player: Reports

The American e-commerce giant has recruited one of the Big Four accounting firms to conduct exclusive due diligence on MX Player, according to one of the sources who requested anonymity. The process is anticipated to take 30 to 40 days.

Marketing Musings: Simply South and Star Spouses

COVID and digitisation have further flattened an already flat earth. This is reflected in consumer behaviour and the way they are consuming media

OTT platforms may upend multiplexes' run soon, set to be a Rs 12,000-crore industry by 2023

According to SBI Research, the over-the-top or OTT market is expected to reach Rs 11,944 crore by 2023, up from Rs 2,590 crore in 2018, logging in a compound annual growth of 36 per cent.

Netflix’s ad-supported plan will block offline content viewing

The OTT platform, which for years avoided advertising, intends to introduce the ad-supported tier by the beginning of 2023.

TRAI seeks views on monitoring cross media ownership

The TRAI has sought written comments on the issues raised in the consultation paper from the stakeholders by May 10, and counter-comments by May 24.

YRF may enter crowded OTT space; focus on diversified content will be key, say experts

While there is potential for a new player to grow in India's streaming space, the differentiator will be content, said experts.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui to quit OTT platforms, says it's become 'dhanda'

Nawazuddin Siddiqui said, "The platform has become a dumping ground for redundant shows. We either have shows that don't deserve to be seen in the first place. Or sequels to shows that have nothing more to say."

These B-town stars are ready to make their digital debut this year

While the novel coronavirus outbreak delayed film releases, halted shooting and pushed the future of cinema towards uncertainty, the OTT platforms took the lead. The films which were lined up to release on big screen opted for digital release.

'Vincenzo', 'Mare of Easttown', and now 'Loki': Have our obsessions with weekly series on OTT platforms turned us into our moms?

After 'Vincenzo' and 'Mare of Easttown', 'Law School' and 'Loki' will drop episodes weekly.

IBF expands purview to cover digital streaming platforms, to be renamed as Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation

The move would bring the broadcasters and OTT (over-the-top) platforms, which have seen a substantial jump in their viewership base after the pandemic, under one roof.

Review | 'November Story': Who cares whodunit when why-they-dun-it is painfully slow?

The show fails to expand on the promising trailer, and the cliched characters, crawling pace and non-stop background music make matters worse.

Pratik Gandhi: ‘Unless I reinvent and experiment, I will not grow as an actor’

Pratik Gandhi on 'Scam 92', reinventing himself as Vitthal Teedi and upcoming projects like a Web series with Tigmanshu Dhulia and 'Woh Ladki Hai Kahan' opposite Taapsee Pannu.

Movie exhibition industry to be in trouble if cases climb and fails to get govt support: PVR chief

Last year, multiplexes in India had reopened in October for public screening after nearly seven months with certain riders as to run with half of sitting capacity.

8 timeless films to watch on the anniversary of the Titanic tragedy

Distress and drama on the oceans: OTT platforms are screening these films and documentaries inspired by misadventures at sea.

MC ExpertEye: Are the new IT rules harming freedom of expression?

The new rules for social media firms and OTT platforms have created a furore over whether they cut into freedom of expression, or whether these firms faced zero regulation before, and are now only going to be treated normally. Moneycontrol asked experts for their views.