Reliance’s JioStar has launched JioHotstar, merging JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar into a single platform. With over 50 crore users and 3 lakh hours of content, it’s now India’s largest streaming service.
JioHotstar Subscription Plans and Pricing
JioHotstar offers three types of subscription plans:
- Mobile Plan (Ad-Supported)
- ₹149 for 3 months
- ₹499 for 1 year
- Access content on 1 mobile device only.
- Super Plan (Ad-Supported)
- ₹299 for 3 months
- ₹899 for 1 year
- Access content on 2 devices (mobile, web, and supported TVs).
- Premium Plan (Ad-Free)
- ₹299 for 1 month (available only via web browser)
- ₹499 for 3 months
- ₹1,499 for 1 year
- Access content on 4 devices with no ads.
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What Can You Watch on JioHotstar?
JioHotstar offers a mix of Indian and international content from Disney, NBCUniversal’s Peacock, Warner Bros. Discovery (HBO), and Paramount.
Sports lovers can enjoy major events, including:
- Cricket: ICC tournaments, IPL, WPL, and other domestic matches.
- Football: English Premier League and ISL.
- Tennis: Wimbledon.
- Other Sports: Pro Kabaddi League.
The platform also supports exciting features like Ultra HD 4K streaming, multi-angle viewing, and real-time stats overlays for a better experience.
JioHotstar Free Plan and App Updates
JioHotstar includes an ad-supported free plan for basic access. Paid plans start at ₹149.
The Disney+ Hotstar app on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store has been rebranded to JioHotstar, featuring a new logo. Existing Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema users will be automatically migrated to the new platform.
Who Owns JioHotstar?
Reliance owns 60% of the new platform—16% directly and 47% through its Viacom18 Media business. Disney retains a 37% stake.
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FAQs
What is JioHotstar?
JioHotstar is a new streaming platform combining JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, offering 3 lakh hours of content and live sports.
How much does JioHotstar cost?
Plans start at ₹149 for 3 months (Mobile plan) and go up to ₹1,499 per year for the ad-free Premium plan.
Can I watch sports on JioHotstar?
Yes, you can watch cricket (IPL, ICC events), English Premier League, Wimbledon, and more.
Is there a free plan on JioHotstar?
Yes, JioHotstar offers an ad-supported free plan for basic access.
What devices can I use to stream JioHotstar?
Depending on the plan, you can stream on mobile, web, and supported TV devices.
