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Punjab Congress files PIL to ban ZEE5 Lawrence of Punjab series over youth fears

Punjab Congress files PIL to ban ZEE5 Lawrence of Punjab series over youth fears

Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has filed a PIL in the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking a ban on ZEE5’s upcoming web series “Lawrence of Punjab.” He argues the show risks glorifying gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and may negatively influence youth. The petition calls for stopping the release while the court examines potential harm and portrayal concerns.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

A likely Reliance-Disney Star deal would create India’s largest media conglomerate, with about INR 25,000 crore top-line, 115 TV channels, and two streaming platforms. The combined content library could exceed two lakh hours, potentially accelerating a “super app” push and reshaping the broader TMT ecosystem.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Viacom18 buys IPL digital rights for 23758 crore Can Reliance and Uday Shankar win OTT viewers

Viacom18 buys IPL digital rights for 23758 crore Can Reliance and Uday Shankar win OTT viewers

Viacom18, backed by Reliance and led by media executive Uday Shankar, has acquired IPL digital rights for five years in a massive deal worth about ₹23,758 crore. The investment dwarfs its current OTT footprint, raising the key question: can Viacom18 convert IPL demand into subscriptions and sustainable profits, or will competition from established platforms stall returns?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India OTT user boom hits 1.45 billion monthly active users fuelled by mobile data and smartphones

India OTT user boom hits 1.45 billion monthly active users fuelled by mobile data and smartphones

India’s OTT market is surging, reaching 1.45 billion monthly active users as mobile data and smartphone adoption keep expanding viewing. YouTube tops the user count, with JioHotstar close behind, while Netflix has edged ahead of Amazon Prime Video. Meanwhile, ZEE5’s focus on subscriptions and local content is translating into stronger revenue and profitability.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Jio puts HBO behind the paywall as AVOD money models face new doubts

Jio puts HBO behind the paywall as AVOD money models face new doubts

JioCinema’s decision to place costly HBO content behind a paywall is triggering questions about the long-term viability of pure-play AVOD monetisation. As OTT firms chase both subscriber growth and profit targets, the shift suggests ad-first strategies may get deprioritised or reshaped to accommodate premium bundles and subscription revenue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streaming giants are increasingly partnering with Indian digital platforms as they race to grow in India’s OTT market. Instead of taking on full operational risk, players such as BBC, Disney+, and Warner Bros Discovery are using local expertise to reach a huge potential subscriber base while accelerating launch and expansion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Netflixs new India playbook blends genres and strategy to outpace Prime and Hotstar

Netflixs new India playbook blends genres and strategy to outpace Prime and Hotstar

Netflix already enjoys an edge with Indian viewers who love international series, but it is now reshaping its approach to win in a cutthroat OTT market. The streaming giant’s emerging India playbook is being described as a “masala mix,” targeting rivals like Disney+Hotstar and Amazon Prime Video with a more calculated content blend.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Centre Warns ZEE5 Off Gangster Documentary Over Public Order Glorification Fears

Centre Warns ZEE5 Off Gangster Documentary Over Public Order Glorification Fears

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has advised ZEE5 against releasing a controversial documentary linked to gangster activities, citing serious concerns about public order and the risk of glorifying crime. The directive follows an ongoing process and signals heightened scrutiny of OTT content tied to criminal figures and narratives that could influence audiences.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Microdrama apps partner with telcos to sell bundles as subscriptions lag downloads

Microdrama apps partner with telcos to sell bundles as subscriptions lag downloads

Microdrama platforms are teaming up with telecom operators to reduce fragmentation and convert rapid download growth into paid subscriptions. While the sector boasts 20-plus apps and strong user expansion, monetisation remains difficult because advertising revenue hasn’t kept pace. Telcos are now borrowing OTT-style bundling playbooks, combining data with content to lift ARPU and retention.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Dish TV India shareholders back three independent directors with broad approval signals

Dish TV India shareholders back three independent directors with broad approval signals

Dish TV India said shareholders overwhelmingly approved the appointment of three independent directors, a vote of confidence in its strategic direction. The DTH operator plans to strengthen core operations while backing sustainable growth not only in its traditional DTH business but also in newer efforts such as connected TV and OTT.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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