Oscar Winner Anora OTT Release: Where to Watch in India

Anora, the romantic comedy directed by Sean Baker, has become the talk of the town following its stunning success at the 97th Academy Awards. With five wins from six nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison, the film has captured hearts with its unique love story between a stripper and the son of a Russian billionaire.

After making waves in Indian theaters last November, movie buffs have been eagerly anticipating its digital release. The wait is finally over! Anora will debut on JioHotstar on March 17. For those eager to watch sooner, the film is already available for rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Zee5.

Often compared to Cinderella and Pretty Woman, Anora first gained widespread attention after winning the prestigious Palme d’Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. At the 2025 Oscars, it received several major nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay, alongside a nomination for Mikey Madison as Best Actress. While it missed out on Best Supporting Actor, the film triumphed in every other category it was nominated for.

Beyond the Oscars, the film also earned top honors at the Producers Guild of America and Writers Guild of America Awards. Mikey Madison, 25, cemented her star status with her win at both the Academy Awards and the BAFTAs for her portrayal of the titular character, Anora.

A Small-Budget Film That Made a Big Impact

Produced, written, directed, and edited by Sean Baker, Anora was created on a modest budget of $6 million, yet it went on to gross a remarkable $41 million worldwide. This makes it the highest-grossing film of Baker’s career. The movie stars Mikey Madison and Mark Eydelshteyn, with supporting performances from Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan, and Aleksei Serebryakov.

The Story of Anora

Set in Brighton Beach, the film follows Anora “Ani” Mikheeva (Mikey Madison), a 23-year-old stripper, who meets Ivan “Vanya” Zakharov (Mark Eydelshteyn), the son of a wealthy Russian oligarch. Initially, their relationship is purely transactional when Vanya hires Ani for a week. But what starts as a business arrangement soon evolves into something deeper, culminating in a spontaneous wedding in Las Vegas. However, their whirlwind romance hits a bump when Vanya’s parents intervene, determined to have their marriage annulled.

With its compelling storyline, standout performances, and critical acclaim, Anora has become one of the year’s most talked-about films. Don’t miss the chance to stream this Oscar-winning gem on JioHotstar starting March 17!