When it comes to female protagonists on Indian OTT, women have powerfully gone beyond being love interests and side characters. They have taken roles that are bold, central to the plot, and game-changing – such that they are shouldering OTT franchises like a true bawse! On this note, here’s looking at the top 5 franchise queens of Indian OTT.
5 Actresses Fit To Be Called Franchise Queens Of Indian OTT
Ahsaas Channa – Girls Hostel, Kota Factory, Half CA
From Girls Hostel, Kota Factory to Half CA, Ahsaas Channa is proving that she is here for the long haul. By being the constant face of new-age shows, Ahsaas has built a strong connection with the youth and an even stronger OTT base. Be it managing student life or handling personal life on-screen, Ahsaas is paving the way for a stronger presence.
Prajakta Koli – Mismatched
From being a Gen-Z favourite, YouTube sensation and the OTT face, Prajakta Koli’s career recorded an upward graph with Mismatched. Her natural charm and emotional understanding of the characters added flair to her new-age appeal.
Taapsee Pannu – Haseen Dillruba
Taapsee Pannu has headlined thrilling rollercoasters, Haseen Dillruba and Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba. The actress, known for her selective choices and acting range, hit the ball out of the park with her character twists and visual thrills, all while also maintaining screen glamour.
Mithila Palkar – Little Things
Through Little Things, Mithila Palkar took viewers on a heartwarming and lighthearted ride of love, friendship and life adjustments. As Kavya, she made the audience connect with her character’s authenticity and her ability to mirror real-life hustles of relationships and bonds.
Radhika Apte – Sacred Games
As a female face of Sacred Games, Radhika Apte stole the show by playing RAW Agent Anjali Mathur. She stepped into a role that proved that a woman’s space in Indian entertainment is evolving, and the audiences are hungry to experience them.
Beyond being part of dramas, series, and franchises, these fiery female actresses are earning their rightful place by leading serious narratives and redefining what it means to be an ‘actress’, beyond the glitz and glam.
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With nearly 10 years of experience, Grinell Esther Jacinto is the Desk Head of Bollywood Bubble. Her interests lie in everything that is kaleshi and she loves to dig deeper into the lives of B-town actors. She has a problem though – she loves horror films but will have chills the minute the theatres lights dims. She’s previously worked with Koimoi, UrbanAsian and SpotboyE.




















