If you thought Squid Game 3 would rule the OTT charts, think again. Panchayat Season 4 just pulled a major flex and topped the list of India’s most-watched OTT shows. With 8.8 million views, the Amazon Prime Video hit left Netflix’s big-budget Korean thriller in the dust. Surprised? So were we.
Panchayat Season 4: A Record-Breaking Comeback
Panchayat has always been a fan favorite, but Season 4 has taken things to a whole new level. According to a Times Now report quoted by News18, the rural political comedy starring Jitendra Kumar and Neena Gupta has officially become the most-watched OTT show in India.
It racked up 8.8 million views, proving that slow-burn storytelling, relatable characters, and small-town charm still win big in the streaming wars.
Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Akshat Vijaywargiya, and produced by TVF, Panchayat Season 4 also features familiar faces like Raghubir Yadav, Sanvikaa, Chandan Roy, and Pankaj Jha. Clearly, viewers can’t get enough of Phulera.
Squid Game Season 3 Grabs Second Place
Coming in hot at No. 2 is Squid Game 3. With 4.8 million views, the Netflix megahit’s final season did manage to draw plenty of eyeballs — but it wasn’t enough to beat Panchayat.
Directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk and starring Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-joon, and Im Si-wan, Season 3 stirred mixed reactions, especially after hinting at a possible “American Squid Game” spinoff. Some fans loved the twist; others… not so much.
Criminal Justice: A Family Matter Holds Third
Pankaj Tripathi’s Criminal Justice: A Family Matter clinched the third spot with 4.5 million views on JioHotstar. The courtroom drama’s gritty plot and powerful performances — backed by actors like Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Shweta Basu Prasad — clearly struck a chord with audiences despite only having three episodes so far.
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Kapil Sharma Brings The Laughs at #4
Kapil Sharma continues to prove he’s the king of comedy. The Great Indian Kapil Show 3 is sitting comfortably at #4 with 3.8 million views. Streaming on Netflix, the sketch comedy series delivered belly laughs, celebrity guests, and good vibes — the perfect comfort watch for weekend bingers.
Kerala Crime Files 2: A Dark Horse At #5
Rounding out the list is Kerala Crime Files 2. With 3.4 million views, this grounded Malayalam thriller made a solid impact. Released on JioHotstar on June 20, the series stars Arjun Radhakrishnan, Indrans, and Harisree Ashokan, and keeps viewers hooked with its raw, realistic storytelling.
Final Thoughts: Local Stories, Global Impact
What’s really cool about this list? It’s a reminder that while big international hits like Squid Game still have pull, Indian audiences are showing massive love for homegrown content. Whether it’s the quiet brilliance of Panchayat or the courtroom intensity of Criminal Justice, people are tuning in to stories that feel close to home
