Best OTT platforms in India | Netflix | Amazon prime video | Disney plus Hotstar | Zee5 | Sony liv

Post the coronavirus outbreak, the film viewing traits of Indian audiences have undergone several changes. As theaters in the country were closed for several months due to the pandemic, OTT platforms in India gained massive popularity, and millions of people became subscribers of Netflix and Amazon Prime. However, Indian audiences are still in a dilemma to choose the best OTT platform for their needs.

A comparison between Netflix and Amazon Prime and Disney plus Hotstar three of the leading OTT giants currently in the market.

Amazon Prime: Cheap and the best choice to watch regional content

Amazon Prime Video, developed by Amazon, the e-commerce giant can be considered a desi entertainment shop for Indian audiences. The OTT platform is loaded with a giant database of regional contents in several Indian languages. Recently, Amazon Prime has also bought several premiering rights of Indian movies including the much-awaited Mollywood movie Drishyam 2 which stars Mohanlal in the lead role. Tamil hit film Master is already available on it.

Moreover, Amazon Prime Video is much affordable with a yearly subscription at Rs 999. For monthly viewing too, Amazon Prime is the most affordable OTT option currently in India, as they charge Rs 129. The best plan is the prime video mobile edition at Rs. 89 with Airtel thank app. Watch my videos on this.

Netflix: Best place for international content

On the other hand, Netflix is best suited for people who wish to watch classic global content. When it comes to binge-watching, Netflix is the best choice, as they offer many quality series that include Stranger Things, Spartacus, Ozark, Zoo, Dark, Umbrella Academy, Peaky Blinders among others.

The OTT platform also offers Indian series that includes the much popular Sacred Games. Netflix is also a perfect destination for people who take cinema seriously, as this platform will offer you seamless quality content including well-crafted documentaries.

However, Netflix is way behind Amazon Prime Video when it comes to Indian content. Moreover, Netflix is much more expensive than Amazon Prime Video, as the HD subscription pack of the OTT platform costs Rs 649 in a month.

Disney+ Hotstar
Disney+ Hotstar is arguably the most popular OTT platform in India. The streaming service, now owned by Walt Disney, has a vast catalog of content that is divided across movies, TV shows, web series, sports, kids content, and news.

With Disney owning the service, you also get access to Marvel, Star Wars, and tons of Disney animated movies and shows. Disney+ Hotstar is compatible with both iOS and Android devices as well as PCs and smart TV.

To stream content from this OTT platform, you need to subscribe to one of its plans. Disney+ Hotstar subscription is available with two plans: VIP and Premium, which are priced starting at Rs 299. The Premium account lets you stream the entire library of the OTT media service, including the original Disney titles and OTT releases.

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