Regional OTT platforms seek fresh funds to scale up content offerings

Regional OTT platforms like Stage and Chaupal are raising capital due to plateauing growth. Stage raised ₹40 crore from Blume Ventures and Planet Marathi $5 million. The FICCI-EY report shows regional content exceeds Hindi. Akshay Bardapurkar and global diasporic audiences drive expansion. Vinay Singhal notes internet and UPI boost regional platforms.