JioHotstar Launches as India’s Largest Streaming Platform Following Reliance-Disney Merger
The new platform combines JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, offering 300,000 hours of content, live sports, and tiered subscription plans starting at ₹149.
- JioHotstar, launched by JioStar, merges JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, creating a platform with over 50 crore users and 300,000 hours of entertainment and sports content.
- Subscription plans include a basic ₹149 tier for mobile devices and a premium ₹1,499 annual plan offering ad-free 4K streaming on up to four devices.
- The platform integrates domestic and international content, including titles from Disney, HBO, NBCUniversal, and Paramount, alongside Indian originals and regional programming in 19 languages.
- JioHotstar will host major sports events such as IPL, ICC tournaments, and Premier League soccer, featuring advanced features like multi-angle viewing and AI-driven insights.
- Existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar subscribers will transition to JioHotstar, with premium users receiving equivalent access for the remainder of their plans.