Janmashtami feels like the right moment to go back, and re-visit tales that are linked with Lord Krishna, starting from those childhood days in Vrindavan to his huge role in the Mahabharata. So if you’re thinking of a Krishna themed movie or series marathon this Janmashtami, here are seven things you can stream on OTT.
7 Best Krishna Movies and Shows To Watch on OTT
Little Krishna
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, ZEE5
This animated series kinda brings Krishna’s young adventures right on screen. It shows his playful phases with pals, and also those demon face-offs that were sent by Kansa. Overall it’s a decent family watch, especially if kids are gonna join in.
RadhaKrishn
Where to watch: JioHotstar
RadhaKrishn digs into the holy bond between Radha and Krishna, plus it also tracks the various steps of Krishna’s life. You get a mix of mythology, devotion, and a little romance too.
Krishna Krishna
Where to watch: Eros Now
Released in 1986, Krishna Krishna is one of those classic devotional films, where Biswajeet plays Krishna, and Dara Singh is Balaram. The movie covers a few important episodes from Krishna’s life, in a very old-school but watchable way.
Mahabharat
Where to watch: JioHotstar, ZEE5
B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat is basically an iconic mythological show and it’s still considered one of the most loved on Indian TV. Nitish Bharadwaj’s Krishna portrayal is the one people keep mentioning, and yes it also shows Krishna’s part in the Mahabharata as well as the Bhagavad Gita.
Mahabharat
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
This animated Mahabharat is a more compact retelling, so it’s quicker to finish. The film also has voices from several familiar names, like Shatrughan Sinha as Krishna, Amitabh Bachchan as Bhishma, and Ajay Devgn as Arjun.
Krishna
Where to watch: Sun NXT, JioHotstar
The 2007 Kannada film Krishna, starring Ganesh, gives a fresh angle on the Krishna-Rukmini-Satyabhama story. It’s a good pick if you want something regional but still Krishna inspired, without needing to overthink.
Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran
Where to watch: JioHotstar, VI Movies & TV
If you’re in the mood for devotional content, Shrimad Bhagwat Mahapuran brings stories from the Bhagavata Purana. It includes key moments from Krishna’s life, and his teachings too.
From animated journeys and classic myth stories to devotional readings, these Krishna movies and shows give options for many ages. So this Janmashtami, pick your best match and enjoy that spiritual movie marathon at home, nice and easy.
