The highly anticipated JioHotstar platform is now live, combining the massive content libraries of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. This merger brings together some of India’s most valuable streaming assets, including:
- Sports broadcasting rights: IPL, ICC tournaments, Premier League, and more
- Hollywood content: Disney, Warner Bros., HBO, NBCUniversal Peacock, and Paramount
- Indian entertainment: Latest Bollywood movies, Hotstar Specials, and Star serials before TV
With this shift, many existing JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar users are wondering:
What happens to their current apps, websites, and subscriptions? Here’s everything you need to know.
What Happens When You Try to Access JioCinema or Disney+ Hotstar?
Since the merger, separate access to JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar no longer exists.
🔹 Website Access:
- Trying to visit the JioCinema or Disney+ Hotstar website? You’ll be automatically redirected to JioHotstar.
🔹 Mobile App Experience:
- Disney+ Hotstar app: If you already have it installed, it has likely updated automatically to the new JioHotstar app.
- JioCinema app: The app remains available with a banner urging users to “Watch on JioHotstar.” Clicking on any content will redirect you to the new platform.
What Happens to Existing Subscribers of JioCinema & Disney+ Hotstar?
If you had an active subscription to either JioCinema or Disney+ Hotstar, don’t worry—you’re not losing anything.
✅ Your current subscription remains valid until its expiry.
✅ You don’t need to pay extra—JioHotstar will honor existing plans.
✅ JioCinema users can still open their app, but content will redirect to JioHotstar.
✅ Once your plan expires, you’ll need to subscribe to a JioHotstar plan to continue watching.
JioHotstar Subscription Plans & Features
JioHotstar has introduced three subscription tiers, catering to different types of users.
| Plan | Price | Devices | Platforms | Ads | Key Content |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile (Ad-Supported) | ₹149 (3 months) | 1 mobile device | Mobile-only | Yes | Live sports, Disney+ Originals, Star serials, Bollywood premieres |
| Super (Ad-Supported) | ₹299 (3 months) ₹899 (yearly) | 2 devices | Mobile, Web, Living Room | Yes | Same as mobile plan, but on all platforms |
| Premium (Ad-Free) | ₹299 (monthly) ₹499 (3 months) ₹1,499 (yearly) | 4 devices | All platforms | No (except LIVE content) | Ad-free experience, exclusive premium content |
🔹 Special Notes:
- The Mobile plan (₹149/3 months) will auto-renew at ₹149 every 3 months, even if you initially got a discount.
- The monthly Premium plan (₹299) is only available for purchase via a web browser.
- Jio Broadband users may get the Super plan bundled with their internet plan.
Final Thoughts: A Game-Changer for Indian Streaming
With this merger, JioHotstar has become India’s biggest streaming powerhouse, offering:
🎥 A massive entertainment library
🏏 Exclusive live sports access
📺 Seamless transition for existing subscribers
For users, the experience is more streamlined—but the real test will be how smoothly this transition plays out and whether JioHotstar can handle the massive user base without technical issues.
Until then, if you were a JioCinema or Disney+ Hotstar user, you’ll now be watching everything on JioHotstar—a new era of Indian streaming has begun! 🚀
