JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar Merge to Launch New OTT Platform JioHotstar

Ziya Khan February 14, 2025Last Updated: February 14, 2025

India’s OTT landscape has a new giant as JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar unite to form JioHotstar. On Friday morning, JioStar—the joint venture created from the merger of Viacom18 and Star India—officially announced the launch of the platform. With this merger, JioHotstar is now one of the largest streaming platforms in India, combining the strengths of two leading services known for their sports, entertainment, and more.

About JioHotstar

The newly launched JioHotstar promises to deliver an unparalleled entertainment experience by merging content libraries and pooling subscriber bases. According to a press note from JioStar, the platform boasts nearly 3 lakh hours of entertainment and an impressive user base of over 50 crore. Speaking at the launch, Kiran Mani, CEO of 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.”

New Subscription Plans for JioHotstar

With the launch of JioHotstar, the old subscription plans for JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar are being phased out. Last week, the ₹29/month JioCinema premium subscription was paused, sparking speculation about new pricing. While detailed plans are yet to be revealed, JioStar has confirmed that JioHotstar will introduce affordable subscription plans starting at Rs. 149 per quarter, designed to cater to a wide range of users.

All the existing subscribers of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar will be able to seamlessly transition to the new platform. The move is expected to redefine India’s streaming ecosystem, offering a vast library of premium content and personalized streaming for millions of users. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us.