JioHotstar Launch: Complete Guide for Disney+ Hotstar & Jio Cinema Users (50 Crore Subscribers Impacted)
SahilFreedish.com Exclusive – Updated February 14, 2025
Reliance’s JioStar has officially launched JioHotstar, India’s largest OTT platform, merging JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. With over 50 crore users, this mega-merger raises critical questions for existing subscribers. Here’s everything you need to know about the transition, pricing, sports streaming, and more.
What Happens to Disney+ Hotstar & JioCinema Subscribers?
Disney+ Hotstar Users
- Existing subscriptions will continue unchanged for 3 months at old prices.
- Post 3 months, migrate to JioHotstar’s new plans (starting at ₹149/quarter).
- Content library, watch history, and profiles will transfer seamlessly.
JioCinema Premium Users
- Automatically upgraded to JioHotstar Premium for the remaining plan duration.
- Post-expiry, choose from new JioHotstar plans (₹299/month to ₹1,499/year).
Free Users
- JioHotstar remains free with ads, but premium content (e.g., HBO, IPL) may require subscriptions later.
JioHotstar Subscription Plans: Mobile & Multi-Device Options
| Plan Type | Price (Mobile) | Price (Multi-Device) | Devices |
| Basic (Mobile) | ₹149/3 months | N/A | 1 |
| Super (HD) | ₹299/3 months | ₹899/year | 2 |
| Premium (4K) | ₹499/3 months | ₹1,499/year | 4 |
Sports Livestreaming: IPL, Cricket & More
- Free Access: All live sports (IPL, WPL, Premier League, Pro Kabaddi) remain free with ads, mirroring JioCinema’s model.
- Enhanced Features: 4K streaming, multi-angle views, AI stats, and real-time insights.
- Sanjog Gupta, JioStar Sports CEO: “JioHotstar redefines live sports with tech-driven experiences for a billion screens.”
Key Features of JioHotstar
- AI-Powered Recommendations: Personalized content in 19+ languages.
- Sparks Initiative: Showcases top Indian digital creators.
- Global Content: HBO, Disney, Peacock, Paramount, and Warner Bros. under one roof.
How to Transition to JioHotstar
- Existing Users: Log in via Disney+ Hotstar/JioCinema credentials.
- New Users: Download JioHotstar app, select a plan, and sign up.
- Jio Subscribers: Auto-activate via Jio recharge; contact support if issues arise.
FAQs: JioHotstar Launch
Q1. Will my Disney+ Hotstar subscription cost increase?
No changes for 3 months. Post that, new plans apply.
Q2. Is IPL 2025 free on JioHotstar?
Yes, all sports livestreams are free with ads.
Q3. Can I share my JioHotstar account?
Premium plans allow 4 screens; Basic supports 1.
Q4. What happens to my JioCinema watchlist?
All data migrates seamlessly to JioHotstar.
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