: There is a notable surge in Turkish series and Korean "doramas" to fill the gap left by Western content. 2. Television & Traditional Media

: High-budget "Originals" now account for 74% of projects on these platforms, with a focus on gritty crime thrillers (e.g., Fisher ) and social dramas (e.g., The Boy's Word ).

: Ivi (7.2M subscribers), Okko (5M subscribers), and Kinopoisk are the dominant players.

Streaming has become the primary driver for original Russian content. Faced with a 50% loss of Hollywood titles, local platforms have significantly increased their original production budgets—reaching 54 billion rubles in early 2023.

The Russian entertainment and media landscape is currently undergoing a massive structural shift. Following the exit of major Western studios and platforms like Netflix and Disney, the market has pivoted toward domestic production, aggressive digital growth, and increased state oversight.