Reliance Jio has completed a landmark merger with Walt Disney’s Hotstar platform, creating a new OTT entity, JioStar. Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries now owns a 46.82% stake in the platform, while Disney Hotstar holds 36.84%, and Viacom18 owns the remaining 16.34%. This joint venture aims to redefine streaming in India, offering premium content at affordable prices.
The newly launched Jiostar.com features subscription plans catering to diverse audiences. The subscriptions are available in Standard Definition (SD) and High Definition (HD) categories, starting at just ₹15 per month, making premium entertainment accessible to a wider user base.
Subscription Packs at a Glance
Kids Packs
- Disney Kids Pack: ₹15/month
- Disney Hungama Kids Pack: ₹15/month
Hindi Packs
- Star Value Pack: ₹59/month
- Star Premium Pack: ₹105/month
Regional Packs
- Marathi: ₹67 (Value) / ₹110 (Premium)
- Odia: ₹65 (Value) / ₹105 (Premium)
- Bengali: ₹65 (Value) / ₹110 (Premium)
- Telugu: ₹70–₹81 (Value)
- Kannada: ₹45–₹67 (Value)
High Definition (HD) Plans
- Kids HD Packs: Starting at ₹18/month
- Hindi HD Packs: Starting at ₹88/month
- Marathi HD Packs: ₹99/month
Vision for JioStar
Under the leadership of Nita Ambani as chairperson and Uday Shankar as vice-chairperson, JioStar aims to provide high-quality OTT content at competitive rates, ensuring affordability for Indian households. The platform also emphasizes regional diversity, with packs tailored for various Indian languages, catering to the unique preferences of viewers across the country.
This merger not only expands Reliance Jio’s entertainment portfolio but also strengthens its position in the growing Indian OTT market. By combining Disney’s content strength and JioCinema’s reach, JioStar sets out to revolutionize digital streaming with cost-effective solutions.
