Audio entertainment firm Pocket FM is shutting down its microdrama vertical, Pocket TV, to concentrate on its core audio dramas and international expansion. This strategic shift precedes a potential public listing, as the company prioritizes profitability. While short video dramas are booming in India, Pocket FM is returning to its strengths in audio, where it has established content and monetization.

Audio entertainment firm Pocket FM is shutting down its microdrama vertical, Pocket TV, to concentrate on its core audio dramas and international expansion. This strategic shift…

Pocket FM's CEO revealed that Pocket TV, an experimental microdrama platform, was discontinued due to unsustainable economics and challenges in maintaining user engagement.