JioHotstar - India's New Streaming King Wins Every Time

 JioHotstar

JioHotstar is the new co-branded version of Disney+ Hotstar, now operated by JioStar India Private Limited. This app offers live sports, movies, TV shows, and Disney content. It has gained immense popularity and is currently the world's second-largest streaming platform in terms of active subscribers. 

Key Features

The app features live IPL cricket streaming with features like MaxView, Multi-Cam, VR 360, and Key Moments, along with Premier League football and detailed scorecards. Users can enjoy Bollywood, Hollywood, regional movies, Hotstar Specials, and Disney+ content, including Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars titles. Recent updates include Sparks for short-form content, Rate-to-Recommend, Reminders, Advanced Search, and Jio Dhan Dhana Dhan for cricket rewards.

User Features

Users can stream simultaneously on up to four devices depending on their plan, and offline downloads are available for most content. Parental controls, kids' profiles, and interactive sports features like live statistics and polls enhance the experience. Premium tiers offer ad-free viewing (except for live sports), 4K HDR streaming, and access to Disney+ Originals.

 AI- Features

JioHotstar has launched a voice-enabled search assistant called 'RIYA,' which uses natural language processing to quickly find content. Other AI tools, such as Jio Voice Print, support lip-sync translation and live voice translation, offering a multi-language viewing experience, especially for sports.

Download Options

It is available on the Google Play Store (over 1 billion downloads, 4.1 stars) and the Apple App Store (free with in-app purchases). Search for "JioHotstar" in your app store, or visit jio.com for bundled offers with JioAirFiber plans.

Subscription Plans

Plans include Mobile (₹149/3 months), Premium (₹299/month, ₹499/3 months, ₹1499/year), and Super (₹299/3 months, ₹899/year). However, there have been some complaints regarding ads on the lower-tier plans. Jio users receive discounts, such as a 30% discount with JioHome.

Content and Access

It offers over 100,000 hours of TV shows, movies, and global sports across mobile apps, smart TVs, Fire TV, Chromecast, and many other devices.

Growth Milestones

JioHotstar has become the world's second-largest streaming platform in terms of user base. Major events like the IPL and FIFA World Cup have set viewership records. High-quality technology ensures smooth playback from 360p to 4K.