Anora OTT Release: Where and When to Watch the Oscar-Winning Film in India
Anora OTT Release: The romantic comedy Anora, directed by Sean Baker, has been the talk of the town since its massive Oscar win. The film, which took home five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Mikey Madison, is finally arriving on OTT.
After releasing in Indian theatres in November last year, Anora will make its digital debut on JioHotstar on March 17. The streaming platform confirmed this by including the film in its March watchlist. For those who can’t wait, Anora is currently available for rent and purchase on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Zee5.
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What Is Anora About?
The film follows Anora “Ani” Mikheeva (Mikey Madison), a 23-year-old stripper living in Brighton Beach. She meets Ivan “Vanya” Zakharov (Mark Eydelshteyn), the son of a wealthy Russian billionaire, who prefers partying over his studies. Initially, their relationship starts as a business deal when Vanya hires Ani for a week. However, things take a romantic turn, leading to their sudden marriage in Las Vegas. Their love story faces hurdles when Vanya’s parents step in to annul their marriage.
Why Is Anora So Popular?
Anora has often been compared to classic romantic films like Pretty Woman and Cinderella. It first gained attention after winning the Palme d’Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. The film then dominated the 2025 Oscars, bagging awards in five major categories, including:
- Best Picture
- Best Director (Sean Baker)
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Actress (Mikey Madison)
- Best Editing
Additionally, Anora won accolades at the Producers Guild of America Awards and Writers Guild of America Awards. The lead actress, Mikey Madison, further cemented her place in Hollywood by winning an Oscar and a BAFTA for Best Actress.
Box Office Performance & Cast
With a production budget of $6 million, Anora grossed $41 million worldwide, becoming Sean Baker’s highest-grossing film. The star cast includes:
- Mikey Madison as Anora "Ani" Mikheeva
- Mark Eydelshteyn as Ivan "Vanya" Zakharov
- Yura Borisov
- Karren Karagulian
- Vache Tovmasyan
- Aleksei Serebryakov
If you love romantic comedies with a modern twist, Anora is a must-watch. Mark your calendars for March 17 to catch it on JioHotstar, or rent it now on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Zee5.
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