'Anora' Sweeps Oscars: When Will Mikey Madison-Starrer Stream On OTT In India? | Deets Inside

Director Sean Baker's 'Anora' is grabbing headlines for all the good reasons. The movie bagged five awards at the prestigious 97th Oscar Awards.

The American drama, which follows the journey of a Las Vegas sex worker and the son of a Russian billionaire, has drawn comparisons to 'Cinderella' and the 1990 classic 'Pretty Woman'. 'Anora' was initially released in Indian cinemas in November 2024, and its arrival on OTT has been eagerly awaited.

Where to Watch 'Anora' Online

'Anora' is set to premiere on JioHotstar on March 17 2025, marking its first availability for streaming in India.

Availability for Rent or Purchase

'Anora' can also be rented or purchased on platforms such as Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

Award Recognition and Critical Acclaim

'Anora' began its awards journey at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024, where it won the prestigious Palme d'Or. And today, the Mikey Madison-starrer swept the Academy Awards with five wins, including Best Director and Best Actress awards.

Over the past month, the film gained momentum during awards season, securing major accolades from the Producers' Guild of America and the Writers' Guild of America. Mikey Madison also clinched the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

Mikey Madison's Performance in 'Anora'

The film features a talented supporting cast, including Mark Eydelshteyn, Karren Karagulian, and Vache Tovmasyan. Madison's portrayal of Anora has been widely praised:

"Mikey Madison is Anora. She embodies the character with just the right balance of vulnerability, humour, and trauma. This Cinderella does not take the world for granted-she has made mistakes, but she finds closure as well. Not a conventional feminist tale, Madison brings a part of herself into the role, making it truly unforgettable."

Accepting her Oscar award, Madison expressed her gratitude: "This feels surreal," she said after embracing Baker and her team before stepping onto the stage. "Forgive me, I'm a little nervous," she added while reading names from a note.

Before 'Anora', Madison was best known for playing a moody teenager in FX's 'Better Things', which concluded in 2022. She also had roles in 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood' and 'Scream 5'.

Sean Baker wrote and directed 'Anora', tailoring the lead role specifically for Madison. To prepare for the character, she learned Russian, performed her own stunts, and underwent pole-dance training to authentically portray an exotic dancer who marries the son of a Russian oligarch.

During her speech, Madison acknowledged and supported sex worker communities:

"I want to once again recognise the sex worker community. I will continue to stand with them and be an ally."

Premiering to critical acclaim at Cannes last year, 'Anora' has continued to gain momentum, earning well beyond its $6 million budget at the box office.