JioHotstar Merger: Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema Unite for India's Biggest Streaming Platform
The Jio Hotstar download is now available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
by Nagpur Trends Team | Published on 2025-02-15 17:54:00
In a major development for India's entertainment industry, JioHotstar is now the new streaming giant after a massive merger between Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema. This merger, officially announced on February 14, 2025, has created a dominant player in the OTT space, bringing together the best of both platforms under one name—Jio Hotstar.
What is Jio Hotstar?
JioHotstar is the result of a strategic collaboration between Reliance's JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, combining content, live sports, and exclusive web series. With this merger, users can now access a vast library of movies, TV shows, and live sports on a single platform. The new Jio Hotstar app promises enhanced streaming features, including 4K resolution, AI-driven recommendations, and multi-angle viewing for sports events.
Jio Hotstar Plans: What’s Changing?
The JioHotstar plans have been restructured to cater to different user preferences:
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Jio Hotstar Mobile Plan: ₹149 for 3 months (mobile-only access, with ad)
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Jio Hotstar Premium Plan: ₹499 for 3 months (ad-free content, 4K streaming, and multi-device access)
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Jio Hotstar Family Plan: ₹799 for 6 months (supports up to 4 devices, exclusive premieres)
Jio Hotstar Merger: What It Means for Existing Users?
Existing Disney Hotstar Jio Hotstar users will transition seamlessly to JioHotstar. If you have a subscription to JioCinema JioHotstar, your account will be automatically updated to the new platform. The merger also ensures that cricket fans can still enjoy IPL, ICC tournaments, and other major sporting events without any interruptions.
Did Jio Buy Hotstar?
With this merger, Jio Star (the entertainment arm of Reliance) has taken a significant stake in the newly formed entity, but Disney retains a share in the partnership. This means JioHotstar.in will continue to deliver high-quality content with both Indian and international collaborations.
Jio Hotstar App: Where to Download?
The Jio Hotstar download is now available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Users can also visit JioHotstar.in for direct access.
Jio Hotstar Launch: A New Era of Streaming
With the official JioHotstar launch, India now has one of the biggest OTT platforms offering movies, web series, and live sports in one place. Whether you're a fan of Bollywood, Hollywood, or regional cinema, Jio Hotstar movie library has something for everyone.