JioStar, the recently formed JV between Viacom18 and Star India, has announced  that its two OTT apps, JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar have been merged.

The combined app will be called JioHotstar. The brand's logo and identity was developed by venturethree.

The app will be available free of cost and also subscription plans start at INR 149 per month. According to a statement from JioStar, existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar subscribers will be able to seamlessly transition and set up their JioHotstar subscriptions.

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 personalising content like never before.”

JioHotstar's content includes Hollywood, with Disney, NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros. Discovery HBO, and Paramount – all on the same platform. In sports, its portfolio consists of ICC events, IPL, and WPL, while also spotlighting grassroots cricket with the Indian Street Premier League. It also has football rights to the English Premier League and ISL, and other tournaments like the Pro Kabaddi League and Wimbledon.

JioHotstar has also introduced ‘Sparks’, a flagship initiative spotlighting India’s biggest digital creator through innovative and engaging formats.

Kevin Vaz, CEO, entertainment, JioStar, said, “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."

Sanjog Gupta, CEO, sports, JioStar, added, “Sports in India is more than just a game—it’s passion, pride, and a shared experience that unites millions. JioHotstar is revolutionising how fans experience live sports, combining the best of technology, access, and innovation. 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.”

Reliance Industries and The Walt Disney Company's merger was completed in November 2024.

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