JioStar launches new OTT player JioHotstar, merging JioCinema and Disney Hotstar into one platform

Kiran Mani, chief executive officer (CEO), digital, JioStar

JioStar on February 14 announced the launch of JioHotstar, which will combine two OTT platforms JioCinema and Disney Hotstar into one platform, a company statement said.

The move comes soon after the merger and the formation of JioStar, a joint venture between Viacom18 and Star India.

The company said the coming together of the two OTT platforms will "unlock infinite possibilities" for the audiences and "redefine entertainment".  The new platform will have over 300,000 hours of content and live sports coverage with a user base of a staggering 50 crore, the statement 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,” said Kiran Mani, CEO – Digital, JioStar.

The new OTT player said it will keep the platform accessible for everyone as it won't require a subscription for viewing its content. For an enhanced and uninterrupted experience, viewers can get subscriptions plans starting at Rs 149, the firm said. Those with a subscription of JioCinema or Disney Hotstar will be able to "seamlessly transition" and set up their JioHotstar plan.

"JioHotstar will offer the best of Hollywood, with Disney, NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros. Discovery HBO, and Paramount – all on the same platform; something almost no other streaming service globally provides, the company statement added.

The new platform will also have a wide range of sports offerings, including Indian Premier League, Women's Premier League, English Premier League, Pro Kabaddi, Indian Super League and Wimbledon among many others.

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