Netflix India Posts Strong Growth with 24.1% YoY Increase, Reporting Rs 2,214 Crore for FY23.

Netflix India Posts Strong Growth with 24.1% YoY Increase, Reporting Rs 2,214 Crore for FY23.


Netflix’s operations in India have grown substantially, recording a net turnover of Rs 2,214 crore for the financial year 2022-2023 (FY23). 


According to the latest filing with the Registrar of Companies, this marks an impressive 24.1% year-on-year (YoY) expansion, sourced from PrivateCircle Research.


The driving force behind this remarkable growth is the expansion of Netflix’s subscriber base in India, fueled by a diverse and extensive content library.


The company strategically implemented price reductions, playing a pivotal role in enhancing user engagement and subsequently supporting the surge in subscriber numbers. 


Netflix’s total income saw a substantial 24.4% increase to Rs 2,286.3 crore in FY23 from Rs 1,837 crore in FY22.


The net profit for Netflix soared by an impressive 75% YoY, reaching Rs 35.3 crore in FY23, up from Rs 20.1 crore in FY22.


Throughout FY23, Netflix witnessed a 29.2% rise in personnel expenses, reaching Rs 124.6 crore from Rs 96.4 crore in FY22.


Simultaneously, other expenses, encompassing marketing costs, saw a 24% increase to Rs 2,062 crore in FY23 from Rs 1,667 crore in FY22.


The company’s total expenses experienced a significant uptick, rising by 23.9% to Rs 2,232.5 crore in FY23 from Rs 1,802 crore in FY22.


India has emerged as a critical market for Netflix’s global expansion strategy, given its vast population of entertainment enthusiasts and the escalating demand for digital content


 In April 2023, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos underscored the importance of India as a critical market for the streaming giant.


Despite being positioned as one of India’s more premium video streaming services, Netflix has employed various strategies to attract a broader customer base.


Initiatives such as introducing a mobile-only plan and experimenting with pricing have been pivotal in capturing a diverse audience.


Notably, in December 2021, Netflix implemented a significant price reduction in India, ranging from 20-60%. This strategic move, combined with an enriched content lineup, contributed to an impressive nearly 30% YoY increase in user engagement, as highlighted by Sarandos in April 2023.


However, it’s worth noting that Netflix has also taken steps to address account sharing in India, aligning with its global efforts to drive revenue growth


 In India, the platform does not offer the ‘extra member’ option, a feature available in many mature markets, citing recent price cuts and the relatively lower market penetration in the region.


Netflix competes in the Indian streaming landscape with domestic and international platforms, including Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, Sony LIV, and JioCinema.


A report by analysts at AllianceBernstein in October 2023 estimated Netflix’s subscriber base in India to be approximately 6.5 million. 


The Indian market continues to be a dynamic and competitive space for streaming services, with platforms continually innovating to capture the attention of the diverse and expanding audience.