JioHotstar: Subscription Plans, Cricket Coverage, and Upcoming Series
On February 14, 2025, the Indian streaming landscape underwent a significant transformation with the launch of JioHotstar, a unified platform resulting from the merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. This strategic consolidation aims to offer an extensive array of content, including movies, TV shows, live sports, and exclusive originals, all under one roof.
JioHotstar Subscription Plans Overview
JioHotstar introduces a variety of subscription plans tailored to diverse user preferences:
- Mobile (Ad-Supported Plan)
- Price: ₹149 for 3 months or ₹499 annually.
- Features
- Access to content on a single mobile device.
- Ad-supported streaming.
- Content includes unlimited live sports, the latest Indian movie premieres, Hotstar Specials, and Disney+ Originals.
- Price: ₹149 for 3 months or ₹499 annually.
- Super (Ad-Supported Plan)
- Price: ₹299 for 3 months or ₹899 annually.
- Features:
- Streaming on up to two devices simultaneously.
- Ad-supported streaming across mobile, web, and supported living room devices.
- Content encompasses unlimited live sports, the latest Indian movies, Hotstar Specials, and Disney+ Originals.
- Price: ₹299 for 3 months or ₹899 annually.
- Premium (Ad-Free Plan)
- Price: ₹299 per month (available only via web browser), ₹499 for 3 months, or ₹1,499 annually.
- Features:
- Streaming on up to four devices simultaneously.
- Ad-free experience (excluding live content) across mobile, web, and supported living room devices.
- Access to unlimited live sports, the latest Indian movies, Hotstar Specials, and Disney+ Originals in English and select Indian languages.
- Price: ₹299 per month (available only via web browser), ₹499 for 3 months, or ₹1,499 annually.
Transition for Existing Subscribers
Existing subscribers of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar will experience a seamless transition to JioHotstar:
- Disney+ Hotstar Subscribers: Current plans will remain active at existing rates for three months. After this period, subscribers will need to switch to the new JioHotstar plans.
- JioCinema Subscribers: Premium subscribers will be automatically upgraded to JioHotstar Premium for the remaining duration of their current plans. Post-expiration, they will need to select a new JioHotstar plan.
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Cricket Coverage on JioHotstar
Jio Hotstar is set to become a central hub for cricket enthusiasts, offering comprehensive coverage of major tournaments:
- Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025: The upcoming edition of the IPL will be broadcast on Star Sports and the newly formed Jio Hotstar. This marks a shift from the previous model, as the joint venture between Reliance and Disney will adopt a hybrid streaming model for IPL matches, ending the completely free streaming currently offered by JioCinema.
- Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025: The third season of the WPL commenced on February 14, 2025, featuring five teams. Gujarat Giants faced Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match. A total of 22 matches are scheduled, with the final on March 15. The tournament is being broadcast on Star Sports and streamed on Jio Hotstar.
- ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India is set to participate in the ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025. The tournament will be held in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, with India playing its matches in Dubai. Jio Hotstar will provide live streaming of all matches, including India’s games.
Upcoming Series of the Indian Cricket Team
The Indian cricket team has a packed schedule in 2025, with several key series lined up:
- England Tour of India: India is hosting England for a series of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) from January 22 to February 12, 2025. The ODI series serves as preparation for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
- ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, this tournament will see India competing against top cricketing nations. Due to political tensions, India’s matches will be played at a neutral venue in Dubai.
- India Tour of England: Beginning in June 2025, India will embark on a five-match Test series against England. This series marks the start of India’s World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle.
Conclusion
The merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar into Jio Hotstar signifies a new era in India’s streaming and sports broadcasting landscape. With a diverse range of subscription plans, extensive cricket coverage—including IPL, WPL, and international tournaments—and a robust lineup of upcoming series featuring the Indian cricket team, Jio Hotstar is poised to become a central hub for entertainment and sports enthusiasts across the nation.
