Invest in India’s Fastest-Growing Story Format: Web Series

You can invest in thrillers, dramas, comedies, documentaries, and regional web series. We work with experienced web series production houses and OTT distributors. These shows are designed with platform analytics and viewer trends in mind. Each project is listed with ROI potential and timeline estimates.

Returns are earned from OTT licensing deals, ad collaborations, music and content rights, and global distribution. Some shows also receive revenue from brand placements and regional syndication. The platform facilitates tracking of payments and viewership-based bonuses. You’ll be credited proportionately based on your investment.

Returns generally begin within 6–12 months after production and platform licensing. Unlike films or TV, web series often get pre-sold to OTT platforms. Shorter episodes mean faster delivery and earlier monetisation. Revenue typically starts with the platform launch or pre-release licensing.

Web series generally carry lower risk due to shorter timelines, structured episode formats, and upfront platform interest. Viewer demand for regional and genre-specific content is increasing. OTT platforms are constantly buying new, fresh stories. That makes web series a stable and scalable investment format.

Absolutely. We have projects in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Punjabi, and Kannada on various OTT platforms. Regional shows often attract highly loyal and niche audiences. Investors benefit from low production costs and high returns driven by local demand.

It refers to investing in revenue-backed deals, like licensing or episode-based earnings from a particular series. Think of each web series as a product that sells to platforms like Netflix or Prime. You’re backing that IP for a share in its digital sales. This model is ideal for investors looking for recurring digital income.

Yes, many of our projects allow for episode-wise funding or multi-phase investments. This gives you flexibility in budget and exposure. You can participate early or join mid-series depending on project needs. Terms are detailed during onboarding.

Multiple investors can pool capital to fund a full series or multiple projects. Each receives a contract reflecting their share of rights and returns. It’s ideal for diversifying across genres and platforms. Xcel facilitates and manages the syndicate process transparently.

Our listed projects are created for or distributed to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ Hotstar, Voot, SonyLIV, and Zee5. OTT-specific formatting ensures faster approvals and better payouts. These platforms pay licensing fees and viewer-based bonuses. Our team handles platform relations and contract execution.

A web series production house develops, produces, and manages all aspects of the series. This includes scripting, casting, directing, shooting, and post-production. Xcel works only with reputed production houses to protect investor interests. The production house also supports delivery to OTT platforms.

Yes, Indian web series are increasingly getting picked up by global OTT platforms. Subtitled or dubbed versions are sold internationally. Genres like crime, romance, and youth-focused shows travel well. This opens additional monetisation windows for investors.

Yes, depending on your investment size and model, you may receive on-screen credits, production mentions, and invites to pre-release events. You’ll also be listed in press kits and campaign releases. This builds your profile as a digital content investor. Our team ensures credits are contractually included.