JioHotstar streaming platform launched as JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar merges content

JioStar has announced the launch of its new streaming platform, JioHotstar, integrating the company's two current services, JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.

The new platform is touted to be the largest in the Indian market, with a combined user base of over 50 crore and over three lakh hours of content.

The new platform will also offer international content from Disney, NBCUniversal's Peacock, Warner Bros., Discovery, HBO, and Paramount.

Meanwhile, cricket streaming is expected to be a major part of the JioHotstar offering with rights to many major ICC events including IPL,

WPL and domestic tournaments. English Premier League, Wimbledon, Pro Kabaddi League and ISL will also be available on the JioHotstar app.