After OTTs\, TV channels foray into direct-to-online movie market

After OTTs, TV channels foray into direct-to-online movie market

Zee, Shemaroo among new entrants; response to Covid-19, say experts

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OTT users | cinema multiplex | TV channels

Viveat Susan Pinto  |  Mumbai 

The continued closure of cinema halls to combat apread of the Covid-19 pandemic has forced media and entertainment companies in India to find newer ways to reach film viewers. After over-the-top (OTT) platforms, who've been pushing digital-first releases in the last few months, television channels have stepped in to offer movie services.

Last week, Zee said that it would launch Zee Plex, a pay-per-view service that would be available on Zee5, its OTT platform and on television, next month. Pay-per-view means that people can buy or rent a movie that they wish to watch, a trend that ...

First Published: Thu, September 10 2020. 18:50 IST