Before the streaming boom, Bollywood content was strictly censored by the Central Board of Film Certification, often leading to creative compromises. The OTT era has unleashed a new wave of "bold" content. Series like Sacred Games , Mirzapur , and The Family Man —while not traditional Bollywood films—feature Bollywood actors and production houses. This synergy has legitimized the digital space, attracting top-tier talent like Saif Ali Khan, Manoj Bajpayee, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas to the small screen.
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: The Indian government granted "industry status" to Bollywood in 2003 , recognizing it as a formal service industry. Before the streaming boom, Bollywood content was strictly
: The Indian media and entertainment sector was valued at approximately ₹2.5 trillion (US$30 billion) in FY24 and is projected to reach ₹3.1 trillion (US$36 billion) by FY27 . This synergy has legitimized the digital space, attracting