Heres how I managed to do it. Probably not the best way but I dont have a personal laptop so had to do this using my Ipad. I am sure theres an easier way though.
- Download Nord VPN on your Apple device - Pay for it or get a good friend to give you their credentials (like I did).
- Create an Apple ID with US as its location and zip code - Phone number can be indian, not an issue.
- Log out of your India Apple Id and log into the US one, you should be able to see Nord VPN on the device still.
- Connect to US VPN using Nord, download HBO Max, log into it (yes need to pay for it) and go watch Succession.
Disclaimer: Don't get into the rut of changing the location of your India Apple ID to US. Its a mess as it does not allow changing location without emptying out the Apple account balance.
It took me a solid two hours so sort this as it was a self-learning process. 😀