Netflix Inc. said its production investment in India generated $2 billion in economic impact from 2021 through last year, underscoring the country’s growing importance for the US streaming giant.

Addressing the coexistence of cinema and streaming, Sarandos reaffirmed that theatrical releases still hold value.

Netflix generated a $2-billion economic impact in India between 2021–2024, creating 20,000 jobs and producing 150+ original titles. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos highlights India’s global storytelling potential and streaming’s role in expanding audiences at Waves Summit 2025 in Mumbai.