Mumbai, June 18: Within just a few days of its launch on Amazon MX Player, Made in India: A Titan Story has emerged as one of the most talked-about Indian series of the year. This six-episode period drama that played out in 1984 as JRD Tata and Xerxes Desai took on a challenge to create India’s first homegrown watch, has earned widespread acclaim from viewers, critics, journalists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders alike, for its moving portrayal of an inspiring Indian story of resilience, innovation and the enduring legacy of enterprise that continue to shape modern India.
Memorable performances by National Award-winning actor Naseeruddin Shah as JRD Tata, and the talented Jim Sarbh as Xerxes Desai, with a stellar ensemble including Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Lakshvir Saran and Namita Dubey, have shaped the core of what has made the story stand out and resonate with audiences across industries and society.
Now, in a rare and first-of-its-kind recognition in the streaming industry, the Department of Posts of India, has recognized the show with an exclusive Made In India: A Titan Story envelope (cover) and a postcard. This follows iconic brand Amul’s poster acknowledged the series’ impact on the country, with a tagline that reads, ‘Made in India: A Bitin’ Story’.
This compelling/relatable narrative, authentic performances, and touching recreation of an era that transformed Indian enterprise, further reinforces Amazon MX Player’s commitment to bringing high-quality premium storytelling that is available for audiences across India to stream for free – be it via mobile devices, Connected TVs, the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, JioTV, or Airtel Xstream.
When Amogh Dusad, Director and Head of Content, Amazon MX Player, who has been the brain behind audience favorites like Ashram, Bhay, and Rise & Fall, felt that this story sat at a rare intersection of bold storytelling and the mood of a nation. “Narratives that reflect India’s ambition of building, proving and making a mark on the world stage make for deeply relatable storytelling. Made in India – a titan story is one special celebration of the ‘Make in India’ spirit of ingenuity and audacity, and seeing millions of viewers connect with it is hugely gratifying.”
Based on the book, ‘TITAN: Inside India‘s Most Successful Consumer Brand’ by Vinay Kamath, directed by Robbie Grewal and written by Karan Vyas, the series has drawn praise from acclaimed filmmakers Aanand L Rai, Hansal Mehta, Nikhil Advani and Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, actor Gajraj Rao, and several prominent voices from the worlds of business, media, and films. Viewers are describing the show as inspiring, engrossing, and one that evokes a sense of deep Indian pride and spirit, ranking it among the finest Indian series of the year — a claim that is also reflected in its IMDb rating of 8.8/10. The show has clocked 4.5 million views within first five days of its launch (as per Ormax reports).
Jim Sarbh expressed his gratitude, stating, “Xerxes’s journey is one of courage, ambition, and persistence, and seeing audiences embrace the series with such enthusiasm has been incredibly gratifying. It’s especially rewarding to see the conversations around Titan’s origins and the people behind its success continue to grow.”
Naseeruddin Shah, reflecting on the overwhelming response, added, “The response to Made in India– A Titan Story has been very heartening. What makes it especially meaningful is seeing audiences connect not just with the story itself, but with the values J.R.D. Tata embodied, his vision, his faith in people, and his ability to nurture ideas that were far ahead of their time.”
Director Robbie Grewal said, “When we began this journey, we knew we were telling a story that deserved to be remembered. The love coming in from audiences, critics, and industry leaders within days of the launch has been truly overwhelming. It is immensely rewarding to see the story resonate with so many people across generations.”
To mark the overwhelming response for the series, Made in India: A Titan Story recently also lit up Mumbai’s iconic Worli Sea Link with a special OOH activation, transforming the landmark into a powerful tribute to Indian innovation and enterprise.
Amazon MX Player’s Titan follows the success of Prime Video’s local slate — Matka King, Raakh, Subedaar and System in what is proving to be a standout year for Amazon’s entertainment offering. Global originals Off Campus and Boys have pierced the zeitgeist with fandoms deep within India’s pin codes.