Shahid Kapoor’s Farzi Beats Ajay Devgn’s Rudra As The Highest Viewed Hindi OTT Show In India

Amazon Prime Video’s latest Indian web series, “Farzi,” has become a massive success among digital viewers, breaking all-time records. The black comedy crime thriller, which was released on February 10, 2023, has become the most-watched Indian show ever, according to Ormax Media.

“Farzi” has surpassed Ajay Devgn’s “Rudra: The Edge of Darkness,” which was watched by 35.2 million Indian households. The show has taken the top spot this week and is expected to be watched by an estimated 37 million Indians by the end of its run.

Created by Raj & DK and starring Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, Kay Kay Menon, and Raashii Khanna, “Farzi” tells the story of Sunny, an artist disillusioned by income inequality in India, who decides to team up with his best friend Firoz to make counterfeit money. They face challenges from Mansoor, a gangster, and Michael, a cop.

The success of “Farzi” has cemented its place among the top 5 most-watched original Indian shows. These include “Rudra,” “Mirzapur S2,” “Panchayat S2,” and “Criminal Justice.”

Following are the top 5 most-watched original Indian shows (estimates): 

1. Farzi (Prime Video) – 37.10 M

2. Rudra (Disney Plus Hotstar) – 35.20 M

3. Mirzapur S2 (Prime Video) – 32.50 M

4. Panchayat S2 (Prime Video) – 29.60 M

5. Criminal Justice (Disney Plus Hotstar) – 29.10 M

With its gripping plot and star-studded cast, “Farzi” has taken the Indian digital streaming world by storm. The show’s creators and cast have expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming response from the audience and are looking forward to more such success in the future.