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Family Man season 3 becomes Prime Video India’s most-watched series of 2025
MUMBAI: Raj and DK’s The Family Man season 3 has stormed to the top of Prime Video India’s charts, becoming the platform’s most-watched series of 2025 in its first week. The spy-action thriller has not only outpaced its earlier instalments but also eclipsed every other title on the service this year.
The series was trending in the top five in more than 35 countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, the UAE, Singapore and Malaysia and reached 96 per cent of Indian pincodes during its launch week, marking the franchise’s strongest opening yet.
Prime Video India’s director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok, said the latest outing underlined the show’s enduring pull. “The gripping story, exceptional performances and Raj and DK’s signature quirk continue to draw ever more audiences,” he said. “Season after season, the series sets new records.”
Creators, directors and writers Raj and DK said they were “deeply grateful” for the fervent response. “Even after a four-year wait, audiences have embraced the show with overwhelming enthusiasm,” they said. “It reaffirms their faith in our effort to make each season bigger, better and more engaging.”
Produced under the duo’s banner, D2R Films, season 3 marks the return of Manoj Bajpayee as the battle-worn spook Srikant Tiwari. He is joined by Jaideep Ahlawat and Nimrat Kaur, alongside returning cast members Sharib Hashmi, Priyamani, Ashlesha Thakur, Vedant Sinha, Shreya Dhanwanthary and Gul Panag.
Written by Raj, DK and Suman Kumar, with dialogues by Sumit Arora, the season is directed by Raj and DK, with Suman Kumar and Tusshar Seyth also stepping behind the camera.
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Prime Video and Hrithik Roshan reunite for quirky heist comedy Mess
HRX Films expands pact with quirky heist comedy set for production
MUMBAI: Prime Video is doubling down on its partnership with Hrithik Roshan, announcing a new comedy film Mess that promises chaos, chuckles and a clever twist on the classic heist.
Produced by Hrithik Roshan and Eshaan Roshan under HRX Films, a division of FilmKraft Productions, the film is being made in association with Soda Films Lab. Directed by Rajesh A Krishnan, Mess marks the second collaboration between the streaming platform and HRX Films after the upcoming thriller Storm.
At the heart of Mess lies an unusual premise. A group of robbers break into the home of a man with OCD, only to find themselves outmatched in a night-long standoff that flips the script on who is really in control. It is a set-up that blends tension with humour, turning a break-in into a breakdown of expectations.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok said, “A good story should surprise and entertain, and Mess does both with ease. It brings together a unique premise, memorable characters and a tone that keeps you laughing throughout.”
He added that the collaboration with HRX Films continues to grow stronger, with the new film reflecting a shared appetite for bold and original storytelling.
Hrithik Roshan said, “After Storm, Mess feels like a natural next step in our journey with Prime Video. The film captures the kind of unconventional storytelling we want to champion, with Rajesh bringing a distinctive voice to the narrative.”
Director Rajesh A Krishnan said, “The world of Mess is a mix of comedy and chaos, unusual enough to keep audiences on edge while still delivering humour. It has been a deeply collaborative and creatively fulfilling experience.”
The original screenplay comes from Paul Soter, with adaptation and dialogues by Kapil Sawant, adding another layer of craft to the film’s offbeat narrative.
As production gears up, Mess looks ready to live up to its name, serving up a delightful tangle of mayhem, mischief and movie magic for audiences in India and beyond.
