JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar come together to Launch JioHotstar

JioStar, a new joint venture between Viacom18 and Star India, has officially launched JioHotstar, combining JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar into one streaming platform.  

This merger creates a major shift in India’s OTT market by uniting content from both platforms.  

JioHotstar will offer free access to shows, movies, and live sports for limited hours, along with subscription plans starting at INR 149.  

Existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar users can easily switch to JioHotstar.

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Kiran Mani, CEO – Digital, JioStar, said, “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 no longer a privilege, but a shared experience for all. By integrating AI-driven recommendations and offering streaming in over 19 languages, we are personalizing content like never before.”

“JioHotstar is setting a new benchmark for digital-first entertainment. The platform is immersive, inclusive, and audience centric. While we have endless entertainment to offer, we are committed to continually innovate and elevate storytelling, ensuring that every Indian, regardless of language, discovers content they love,” added Kevin Vaz, CEO – Entertainment, JioStar, while elaborating on the entertainment offering.

" Whether it’s the high-octane IPL, the drama of the Champions Trophy, or the electric atmosphere of a Premier League showdown, we are committed to delivering an experience that is as immersive as being in the stadium itself. We saw this innovation extend beyond sports with the overwhelming response to Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres livestream, and we are excited to continue breaking new ground,” said CEO of JioStar’s sports vertical Sanjog Gupta.

JioHotstar will feature content from Disney, NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros. Discovery HBO, and Paramount—all in one place.  

It has also launched ‘Sparks,’ a special program highlighting India’s top digital creators with unique and engaging content.

JioHotstar offers ultra-HD 4K streaming, AI-powered insights, real-time stats, multi-angle viewing, and special content feeds focused on culture and niche interests.  

Its new brand identity reflects a vision of limitless entertainment. The ‘Big Bang’ represents a fresh start, while the ‘Ripples’ symbolize energy, change, and innovation.  

Beyond streaming, JioHotstar creates opportunities for brands and advertisers through wide audience reach, personalized ads, and data-driven engagement.  

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