Kantara Chapter 1 and Lokah top most-watched films on OTT in November 2025 so far
Blockbuster hits Kantara Chapter 1, starring Rishab Shetty, and Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, led by Kalyani, have become the most-watched OTT films in the digital space for November 2025 so far
Nov 13, 2025
Kantara Chapter 1, Lokah Chapter 1 are top most-watched films on OTT
The last week of October saw the biggest digital releases as far as the South film industry is concerned, with blockbuster films of Kantara Chapter 1 and Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra making their eagerly awaited OTT debut. And looks like the OTT audiences have also been hooked to these films, as tracker Ormax Media’s data shows that these have been the most-watched films in the digital space for November 2025 so far. Here’s a look at the top films, with south films ruling the roost in the digital space.
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Most-viewed OTT films of November 2025 (so far)
Kantara Chapter 1
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video (also available on OTTplay Premium with a top-up)
With its grand setting, mythological themes and action-packed sequences, Kantara was a resounding success in theatres, emerging to the highest-grossing Indian film of the year so far. Now, Kantara has topped the OTT space too with 4.1 million viewership. Kannada star Rishab Shetty once again draws us back to the mystical world of Kantara, and its tribespeople. The sacred forest and the attempts by a reckless prince are at the centre of this 2025 blockbuster film, as the fearless tribal warrior Berme vouches to protect the forest and his people. Rukmini Vasanth plays the ethereal Princess Kanakavathi, along with Gulshan Devaiah as the haughty prince and Jayaram as the king who has more to him than what meets the eye.
Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra
Where to watch: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium
The other blockbuster film of the year from south, Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra, follows Kantara to secure the second spot on most-watched movies with a four million viewership. Actress Kalyani Priyadarshan leads this Malayalam superhero film, which is rooted in Kerala folklore. Naslen, Sandy Master and Chandu Salimkumar play other key roles in the film, which is produced by Kaantha star Dulquer Salmaan. Lokah, the first in a five-part franchise, is also the highest-grosser in Malayalam ever. The film had a relatively long theatrical run of over 60 days, which left the viewers eagerly awaiting the digital release.
Mirai
Where to watch: JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium
Another south film, which blends in fantasy, action and adventure, Mirai had a successful run in theatres. Upon its digital debut, the Telugu film did draw mixed reactions but still managed to make it to the third spot on the most-watched list with 3.1 million views. The quest for sacred and powerful grandhas (manuscripts) is depicted in the film, with Vedha trying to keep The Black Sword away.
Teja Sajja plays the lead role in the film, which features Manchu Manoj in the other key role of Black Sword.
Idli Kadai, which Tamil star Dhanush had directed and starred in the lead role, comes next on the Ormax Media list with 2.4 million viewership. The Tamil drama film, which also stars Sathyaraj, P. Samuthirakani, and Nithya Menen, is streaming on Netflix. The only non-south film on the list is the Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff-led Baaghi 4, which garnered 2.0 million views on Amazon Prime Video. You can also watch the action-packed film on OTTplay Premium with a top-up option.
FAQs
Q. Is Kantara available on Ott??
A. You can watch Kantara Chapter 1 on Amazon Prime Video in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam. The Hindi version of the Rishab Shetty-Rukmini Vasanth film will stream from November 27 on the platform.
Q. Who is the heroine of Kantara Chapter 1?
A. Rukmini Vasanth is the heroine of Kantara Chapter 1, where she plays Princess Kanakavathi. Kannada star Rishab Shetty plays the lead role and has also directed the film.
Q. Is Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra OTT released?
A. Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra released on OTT on October 30. The Kalyani Priyadarshan-led film is streaming on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium.
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