While MX Player has successfully managed to secure three spots on the list, Disney+Hotstar’s Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach was No.1 and House of Dragons securing the No.3 spot with 70.36 million and 37.71 million views, respectively. Maharani Season 2 from SonyLiv has secured the No.5 spot with 32.65 million views, while Delhi Crime Season 2 from Netflix has claimed the No.6 spot with 31.51 million views. The No.7 and No.8 spots have been taken by Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and Zee5’s Duranga with 31.20 million and 28.98 million views, respectively. Finally, Netflix’s Jamtara Season 2 has secured the No.10 spot on the list with a reach of 25.75 million views.

Pankaj Krishna, Founder & CEO, Chrome Data Analytics & Media said, “Entertainment acts as a huge stabilizer for hope and despair during turbulent times. Entertainment builds movement, sometimes even collective consciousness surpassing strained realities and obscure tragedies. OTT platforms have certainly cracked the formula. The rising ‘chord-cutting phenomenon has further cemented a promising future with unprecedented numbers conceptualizing a winning formula for the times ahead.”

COTT is a platform that provides credible currency for measuring users’ metrics of various OTT platforms, has become increasingly important with the significant increase in the number of users and the amount of time they spend on these platforms.

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With a phenomenal 9+ rating on IMDb, MX Player’s #DharaviBank is enjoying a successful run in the #OTT world. As per Chrome DMs’ COTT – this gripping revenge drama secured the top spot on the Top Shows list and was the Top Binged Show, followed by Amazon Prime Video’s #Breathe:IntoTheShadowsS2 and #Netflix’sKhakee:TheBiharChapter came in third place.

All 10-episodes of this series are now streaming on MX Player starring Suniel Shetty essay the ruthless Thalaivan while Vivek Anand Oberoi plays eccentric cop JCP Jayant Gavaskar. Director, Samit Kakkad, reveals the Top 5 Scenes that will truly leave you hooked to your seats:

The Cop and Gangster StandOff: A crime thriller is incomplete without high octane action amidst the cop-gangster drama! Dharavi Bank offers the perfect adrenaline rush to viewers with JCP Jayant Gavaskar and sharp-shooter Joe Rodrigues chasing the ruthless Thalaivan in the bylanes of Dharavi. The cat-and-mouse chase between Vivek Anand Oberoi and Suniel Shetty among 1000 locals is a scene that will remain etched in your mind. The real-life locations of Dharavi and Kumbarwarda, the real and raw streaks that Vivek and Suniel bring alive while being stuck in the maze of Dharavi, and the skilful direction and use of the area are what make this scene memorable.

Thalaivan’s henchman – Tarakeshwar’s Special Meal for his Dogs: They say dogs are a man’s best friend but a scene in this thriller highlights Thalaivan’s henchman Tarakeshwar feeding his dogs which will leave you with goosebumps. An otherwise sweet and friendly chore takes an outright dark and scary turn when you find that Tarakeshwar is feeding his dogs with human flesh. But a fun anecdote to this scene is that no animals were harmed in shooting this gory sequence. In fact – while the dogs acted ferociously, they were in reality very friendly and it was challenging to show them riled since they were extremely playful.

The symbolism of the crows in Thalaivan’s courtyard: In this spine chilling sequence, Thalaivan is seen watching a flock of crows descend in his courtyard, cawing around an injured fellow crow. The symbolism and poignancy of this scene is beautifully emoted by Suniel Shetty who is battling multiple issues as Thalaivan in the show. To make it look real and believable, the team used CGI, but it’s the fear in his eyes, his body language and his tone that are so perfect that it makes viewers feel that they’re watching him shoot the sequence live. And what’s more is that Suniel Shetty performed it in one take.

The ruthlessness of Thalaivan as he kills his own cousin – Ram Krishnan: The paradox that Thalaivan is, he values his family above all but as long as they don’t go against him. The ruthlessness is out for all to see as Thalaivan, while singing a lullaby while brutally killing his own cousin. One of the riskiest and most difficult scenes in the series, the makers hung a stuntman from a ceiling fan with a tight rope taking all safety precautions to get the tone, pronunciation and mood right to shoot this sequence.

Secret room of JCP Jayant Gavaskar: Episode one opens the doors to JCP Jayant Gavaskar’s secret room, where he hides his deepest and darkest secrets. An important scene that moves the narrative forward, Gavaskar’s secret room was designed taking inspiration from Prof Nash’s room from ‘A Beautiful Mind. With walls full of pictures, paper cuttings and maps, it brings to life Gavaskar’s crime-driven life, journey and career. So, if you’re keen to enter into a police officer’s mind, this scene is just for you!

IMDb ranked 9.7, all episodes of this MX Original Series are now available to stream for free, on MX Player.

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“Mere family ko touch nahi karne ka!” – This heart chilling dialogue from the ruthless Thalaivan has won actor Suniel Shetty a lot of praise and this sentiment is at the centre of this thrilling revenge drama series. Helming his crime syndicate fearlessly in the bylanes of Dharavi sees Thalaivan battling external forces as well as handling internal power struggles in the family that he holds so dear.

Here’s everything you need to know about this gangster family and the friends of Thalaivan that make this 10 episodic series such a compelling watch.

Suniel Shetty as Thalaivan: Lovingly called ‘Anna’ by Bollywood and fans, Suniel Shetty effortlessly commands fear and respect as Thalaivan in his crisp white shirt and dhoti in Dharavi Bank. A local don who rose to become the most powerful and ruthless leader of a 30,000-crore empire, he lives in a fortress in the slums of Dharavi. Usually calm and composed, he’s vindictive and unpredictable and his moves will leave you stunned. While he’s a messiah for some, he unflinchingly locks his sight on his enemies and doesn’t leave any chance to prove his dominance amongst them.

Shanthi Priya as Bonamma: This 50-year-old unmarried sister of Thalaivan played by versatile actress, Shanthi Priya, is worshipped as a deity, but she’s still struggling to fulfil her own needs. Unlike any other average sibling, she’s greedy, and tyrannical and keeps her hunger for power above anyone and anything even as she’s a strong emotional anchor in the family.

Sandhya Shetty as Parvathy: Thalaivan’s eldest daughter, Parvathy played by actress Sandhya Shetty is a simple and family-oriented girl. Unlike her siblings, she has no devious plans of dethroning or harming her father.

Vamsi Krishna as Shiva: Shiva is the short-tempered, arrogant, insensitive eldest child of Thalaivan. Aged 30, Shiva is well-aware that the people of Dharavi respect him only because of his father, and wants to wipe out this image of living in the shadows. Shiva dreams of sitting on his father’s throne someday… but will he?

Siddharth Menon as Veerbhadra: Thalaivan’s youngest child, Veerbhadra is an educated and ambitious 26-year-old young man. Essayed by actor Siddharth Menon, Veerbhadra is a carbon copy of his father – strategic but ruthless. People not only respect him but also feel he’s the rightful heir of Thalavian’s empire. However, he has a deep, dark secret too, which if exposed will change many equations.

Bhavvana Rao as Deepa: Thalaivan’s youngest daughter, Deepa played by actress Bhavvana Rao is a formidable character that viewers will see in Dharavi Bank. Being the daughter of the kingpin who controls such a rich crime syndicate, Deepa, a lawyer, has chosen to live her life away from her family’s criminal ways. A strong-headed woman, Deepa does not fear anyone and stands strong in leading her life independently.

Rohit Pathak as Rajan: Rohit Pathak plays the role of Thalaivan’s son-in-law, Rajan. Unlike others in the family, Rajan is a true-blue loyalist of Thalavian. Touted to be Thalavian’s right hand man, he follows instructions diligently and can go to any extremes to fulfil his Guru’s commands. But, his loyalty to Thalavian has made him an enemy to several others.

Luke Kenny as Michael: Michael is the oldest associate of Thalaivan. Played by Luke Kenny, he is considered to be one of the strongest pillars of this tall-standing empire. His loyalty towards Thalaivan and his family is unquestioningly strong. However, he has to deal with factions within his circle who may be used in the war against Thalaivan.

IMDb ranked 9.7, all episodes of this MX Original Series are now available to stream for free, on MX Player.

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Suniel Shetty made a high-impact digital debut with this 10 episodic series that also saw Vivek Anand Oberoi return to OTT after a hiatus. Supporting them in bringing alive this tale is a talented ensemble cast, but the ones that really stood out as deceitful and power-hungry characters were the politicians of Dharavi essayed by Sonali Kulkarni, Nagesh Bhosale and Santosh Juvenkar.

They say a politician will always be there for you when he needs you, and such is the story of these three characters. Their devious plans and deceptive personalities make the series an unmissable watch but it is the authenticity that they bring to the table that has really won the hearts of the audiences. These versatile Marathi actors have brought their A game to the fore and have nailed the accent and mannerisms of politicians in the maximum city of Mumbai.

Here’s a quick look at their roles:

Sonali Kulkarni as Chief Minister Janvi Surve: Known for her simple, fun-loving and pleasant personality, actress Sonali Kulkarni will give you goosebumps as the strong-headed Chief Minister Janvi Surve in this highly-appreciated series. A 40-year-old widow of a prominent leader, she’s well-versed in the tricks of her business. While she’s sharp, clever, egoistic and hard-hearted, her beauty will leave you enamored. Touted as a woman with ‘beauty and brains’ Janvi Surve is the most good-looking Chief Minister Indian politics has ever seen and will see.

Nagesh Bhosle as Ghanshyam Mahtre: Where’s the drama if the Chief Minister doesn’t have a hidden arch-enemy disguised as an ally? In Dharavi Bank, Nagesh Bhosale as Ghanshyam Mahtre plays a 50-year-old power-hungry man and is the deputy Chief minister. Shrewd and cunning, he has his eyes on Janvi’s seat. With his money parked in Dharavi Bank, Ghanshyam Mahtre can go to any lengths to save his reputation and topple his opponent.

Santosh Juvekar as Avinash Mahtre: Enemies often need a helping hand, and who better than a family member? Meet Ghanshyam’s best ally, his son – Avinash Mahtre, played by actor Santosh Juvekar. Avinash is the young and quick-witted MLA of Dharavi, but his lust for women often takes a toll on his plans.

Directed by Samit Kakkad, the series also features a stellar cast comprising of Luke Kenny, Freddy Daruwala, Shanthi Priya, Siddharth Menon, Hitesh Bhojraj, Samikssha Batnagar, Rohit Pathak, Jaywant Wadkar, Chinmay Mandlekar, Bhavvana Rao, Shruti Srivastava, Sandhya Shetty, Pavitra Sarkar and Vamsi Krishna in key roles.

All episodes of this MX Original Series are now available to stream for free on MX Player.

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The platform has dropped the official teaser of this crime thriller today, watch it here: https://bit.ly/DharaviBankOfficialTeaser

The webseries stars Suniel Shetty as Thalaivan, the unattainable kingpin of Dharavi’s crime nexus and Vivek Anand Oberoi as JCP Jayant Gavaskar, the relentless cop who is on a manhunt.

Produced by Zee Studios and directed by Samit Kakkad, this gripping webseries is slated to launch later this month – only on MX Player.

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