The website's popularity can also be attributed to the growing demand for free entertainment. With many Indians unable or unwilling to pay for subscription-based services, websites like Filmyzilla have filled the gap. According to a report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India, over 50% of Indians prefer to watch pirated content due to the high cost of subscription-based services.

Recently, the website has been in the news for its role in the leak of the Indian psychological thriller film, Raman Raghav 2.0. The movie, starring Arjun Vikajee and Shiv Panditt, was released on June 18, 2021, and within hours, it was available for download on Filmyzilla. In this article, we'll take a closer look at Filmyzilla, its rise to prominence, and the controversy surrounding Raman Raghav 2.0.

The growth of legitimate streaming platforms has also led to a shift in consumer behavior. With more Indians opting for subscription-based services, the demand for pirated content is slowly decreasing. According to a report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India, the number of Indians subscribing to streaming platforms has increased significantly in recent years.