- By Sidhi Agarwall
- Mon, 26 May 2025 01:22 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
John Abraham has found a new wave of success after his movie The Diplomat was released on OTT platform Netflix on March 14, 2025. The digital debut has helped the movie reach a broader audience, and it's clear that OTT platforms are becoming a preferred choice for both audiences and a-list actors alike. The Diplomat features John Abraham alongside a talented cast, including Sharib Hashmi and Sadia Khateeb. However, John Abraham seems content staying on the big screen for now, with no interest in diving into the world of web series.
John Abraham, in an interview with Hindustan Times said, "To do OTT, you need a very big office setup. You need a lot of people working towards something, where you don’t even own the IP of. You make a commission from the series and that goes into your overheads. Anybody who’s doing OTT today, they’ll tell you absolutely the same thing. So, I don’t see sense in breaking sweat on doing these series." He added that he's open to the idea of producing a series if a compelling story comes his way and sparks his interest.
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On the other hand, when asked if he would ever act in OTT, John Abraham responded, "Never say never, but at this point of time, I do not want to come on OTT as an actor for a series or an original film. I want to come on the big screen. In my head, I believe I was made for the big screen. I have a lot of respect for OTT channels because most of the content, at least internationally, and so much of the Indian content like Paatal Lok is outstanding. I have so much respect for the space, but I don’t see myself yet in it."
Meanwhile, John Abraham is a multifaceted personality who wears many hats. He's the owner of the ISL football team NorthEast United, a film producer behind projects like Vicky Donor and Madras Cafe, and a passionate biker. With his various interests and pursuits, John Abraham is a true Renaissance man. In his illustrious Bollywood career, he has delivered major hits like Dostana, New York, Batla House, and Rocky Handsome, among many others. His upcoming movie Housefull 5 is set to hit theatres on June 6, 2025.