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Mirzapur season three becomes the most-watched show ever on Prime Video in India
Mumbai: Following the remarkable success of its previous seasons, the much-loved series Mirzapur breaks new ground with its third season as both a local and global success. The raw, gritty and intense crime drama has become the most-watched show on its launch weekend in the history of Prime Video in India. Transcending geographies, the show has also scaled a global milestone as it trended in the ‘top 10’ titles’ list in over 85 countries worldwide on the launch weekend including India, U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, Singapore and Malaysia among others. Buoyed by the success of season three of Mirzapur, Prime Video is also developing season four of the show.
The third chapter of the fan-favourite franchise has been applauded by viewers in India and beyond for its edgy narration, top-notch cinematography, high-production values and genre-defining performances. The series was streamed by viewers on Prime Video in over 180 countries and across 98 per cent of pin codes in India on its launch weekend.
Reflecting on the milestone, Prime Video head of India originals Nikhil Madhok said, “It’s a hat-trick! The third season of the incredibly popular Mirzapur franchise has become the most-watched show on Prime Video India on its launch weekend, breaking all previous records, including those set by Season 2! This success highlights the strong connection that audiences have with the show’s relatable characters, making it a significant part of popular culture and everyday conversation.”
Madhok added “We are thrilled to share this tremendous achievement with the fans who have made this franchise so iconic and beloved. This success would not have been possible without our steadfast collaboration with Excel Media and Entertainment and the tireless efforts of the cast and crew. Seeing the massive fanbase grow is humbling and exciting, and here at Prime Video we are committed to continuing to push the boundaries of storytelling.”
Excel Media and Entertainment producer Ritesh Sidhwani added, “I am thrilled by the overwhelming response from the audiences, who have helped us grow strength to strength with each season. It’s their continued love and support, right from the first season, that has made our show a global sensation. This historic success is a result of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our entire team, who went to great lengths to bring this season to life on screen. As we draw the curtains on yet another exhilarating season, we remain committed to bringing even more thrilling and engaging content to our loyal audiences.”
Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment, Mirzapur Season 3 is directed by Gurmmeet Singh and Anand Iyer. This season boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Rasika Dugal, Vijay Varma, Isha Talwar, Anjumm Shharma, Priyanshu Painyuli, Harshita Shekhar Gaur, Rajesh Tailang, Sheeba Chadha, Meghna Malik and Manu Rishi Chadha. The ten-episode series is now streaming exclusively on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide.
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Subedaar puts Indian original cinema on the global map with record-breaking Prime Video debut
MUMBAI: Prime Video has a runaway hit on its hands. Subedaar, the gritty action drama starring Anil Kapoor, has stormed to become the most-watched Indian original movie on the platform in its opening weekend, cracking the Top 10 across 31 countries and landing in 91 per cent of India’s pin codes within days of its March 5 premiere.
The film, a visceral, emotionally-charged story of a retired soldier, Subedaar Arjun Maurya, wrestling with civilian life amid crime and corruption, has struck a nerve. Directed by Suresh Triveni and co-starring Radhikka Madan, Mona Singh, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik, and Khushboo Sundar, the film is already being hailed as a showcase for what Indian original storytelling can achieve on the world stage.
“Subedaar’s success is a reflection of the growing scale and global resonance of Indian storytelling,” said Nikhil Madhok, director and head of originals at Prime Video India. “The film’s emotional narrative, its rooted portrayal of a soldier confronting his toughest battles beyond the battlefield, has struck a chord. Anil Kapoor delivers an acting masterclass, while Suresh Triveni’s solid direction and great performances from the ensemble cast have resulted in love and appreciation from customers across the world.”
Kapoor, 62, has been here before, but rarely at this altitude. Written by Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar, with dialogues by Triveni, Saurabh Dwivedi, and Chandrashekar, the film is a production by Opening Image Films in association with Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network (AKFCN), produced by Vikram Malhotra, Kapoor, and Triveni.
Subedaar streams exclusively on Prime Video in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India, and in over 240 countries and territories worldwide.
For Prime Video, the numbers tell the real story: one weekend, one film, a global footprint, and a very loud signal that Indian original cinema is no longer just travelling well. It’s arriving.
