What will happen to my JioCinema subscription plan?
Kevin Vaz, CEO-entertainment, JioStar, assured that Disney+ Hotstar subscribers will experience no disruption when switching to the new platform.
JioCinema users, however, will be automatically upgraded to premium access. “Our pricing remains familiar—for example, ₹149 for mobile subscriptions for a quarter and ₹499 a quarter for the ad-free experience,” Vaz said.
JioHotstar subscription model after merger
JioHotstar aims to reshape the subscription model by offering free access to most content for a limited number of hours each month, except for Hollywood films. “The idea is to allow every consumer to sample our content extensively,” said Kiran Mani, chief executive officer-digital, JioStar. “JioHotstar invites everyone to come and watch their favourite content without the need for a subscription. We want users to experience a full journey, whether it’s a cricket match or a popular TV series.”
JioCinema, JioHotstar content
Apart from original content, JioHotstar will aggregate content from NBCUniversal Peacock, Warner Bros, Discovery, HBO, and Paramount, making it the only streaming service to offer such a diverse range of global entertainment.
The platform will also introduce Sparks, a new initiative designed to highlight India’s biggest digital creators. Additionally, JioHotstar will continue hosting premier cricket tournaments, including IPL, WPL, and ICC events, alongside major sporting events like the Premier League, Wimbledon, Pro Kabaddi, and ISL.
