Ramayan, a popular Hindu mythological show from the 80s is being re-aired on DD National for people to watch while they are in their homes during the lockdown imposed by the government of India to slow the spread of COVID-19. On April 16th, the show becomes the highest viewed entertainment program in the world with over 7.7 crore viewers. According to Nielsen data, the finale episode of Game of Thrones gained around 1.36 crore viewers, while Ramayan drew 6 times more viewers and crossed GOT’s viewership by 7.7 crore viewers.
Thanks to all our viewers!!#RAMAYAN - WORLD RECORD!! Highest Viewed Entertainment Program Globally. pic.twitter.com/rbuOzQXMek
— Doordarshan National (@DDNational) May 1, 2020