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JioStar, a new joint venture between Viacom18 and Star India, has launched JioHotstar. This new platform combines the content of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, making it one of India’s largest streaming services.
What is JioHotstar?
JioHotstar is the result of merging two of India’s biggest streaming platforms. The service offers nearly three lakh hours of entertainment and caters to over 50 crore users. It brings together TV shows, movies, and live sports in one app.
A New Vision for Streaming
Kiran Mani, CEO of Digital at JioStar, shared the company’s vision:
“At the core of JioHotstar is a powerful vision—to make premium entertainment truly accessible to all Indians. Our promise of ‘Infinite Possibilities’ ensures that entertainment is not a privilege but a shared experience. By integrating AI-driven recommendations and offering streaming in over 19 languages, we are personalizing content like never before.”
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Subscription Plans and Free Access
JioHotstar will replace the existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar subscription plans. It offers both free and paid options:
- Free tier with ads
- Paid plans starting at ₹149 per quarter for an ad-free experience
Existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar users can smoothly transition to the new platform.
Massive Content Library
JioHotstar brings content from top international studios, including:
- Disney
- NBCUniversal’s Peacock
- Warner Bros. Discovery HBO
- Paramount
This makes JioHotstar one of the only platforms globally to offer such a vast mix of Hollywood content.
Live Sports Streaming
JioHotstar will be the go-to platform for sports fans. It offers:
- Cricket: ICC events, IPL, WPL, Indian Street Premier League, and state-level matches
- Football: English Premier League and Indian Super League
- Tennis: Wimbledon
- Other Sports: Pro Kabaddi League and more
Sanjog Gupta, CEO of Sports at JioStar, stated:
“Sports in India is more than just a game—it’s a shared experience that unites millions. JioHotstar is transforming how fans engage with live sports by integrating technology, storytelling, and accessibility.”
Cutting-Edge Features
JioHotstar offers several advanced features:
- 4K Ultra HD streaming
- Multi-angle viewing for sports
- AI-powered recommendations
- Real-time stats overlays
- Special interest feeds
Introducing Sparks: A Platform for Digital Creators
JioHotstar is also launching Sparks, an initiative to showcase India’s top digital creators. This will provide innovative content formats and new ways for creators to connect with audiences.
A Game-Changer in Digital Entertainment
Kevin Vaz, CEO of Entertainment at JioStar, highlighted the platform’s impact:
“JioHotstar is setting a new benchmark for digital-first entertainment. The platform is immersive, inclusive, and audience-centric. While we offer extensive entertainment, we remain committed to innovating and elevating storytelling, ensuring every Indian, regardless of language, discovers content they love.”
Seamless Transition and Future Updates
The Disney+ Hotstar app has already rebranded to JioHotstar on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Users visiting Hotstar.com will see a message confirming that JioCinema content is now available on JioHotstar.
JioStar has assured users that the platform will continue to evolve. Future updates may bring a refreshed user interface and additional content.
JioHotstar is set to redefine entertainment in India. With an unmatched content library, live sports, AI-driven recommendations, and creator-led content, it aims to offer a world-class viewing experience. Whether you’re a movie lover, a sports fan, or a digital content enthusiast, JioHotstar has something for everyone.