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JioHotstar: Everything you need to know about the new streaming platform

JioHotstar brings together the best of both Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema, offering exclusive content, new subscription plans, and a seamless migration experience.

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The merger of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema has officially resulted in the birth of a new OTT platform — JioHotstar. This move brings together a vast range of content from both platforms, offering users access to movies, TV shows, and live sports from various studios. Here’s everything you need to know about JioHotstar, including subscription plans, available content, and how to migrate from your old subscriptions.

JioHotstar subscription plans: Pricing and benefits

JioHotstar offers three subscription plans tailored to different needs:

JioHotstar Mobile: Starting at Rs 149 for 3 months or Rs 499 for 12 months. This plan provides access to content in 720p resolution, limited to a single mobile device with ads included.

JioHotstar Super: Priced at Rs 299 for 3 months or Rs 899 for 12 months, this plan allows you to stream in 1080p on up to two devices, including mobile, laptop, and smart TV, with ads.

JioHotstar Premium: For Rs 499 for 3 months or Rs 1,499 for 12 months, users can enjoy 4K resolution content, stream on up to four devices, and watch ad-free content with Dolby Vision and Atmos support.

Complimentary offers for existing JioCinema users

For JioCinema users, JioHotstar offers an exciting complimentary upgrade:

JioCinema Monthly Subscribers (Rs 29): Upgraded to JioHotstar Premium for the remaining duration of their subscription.

JioCinema Yearly Subscribers (Rs 299): Similarly upgraded to JioHotstar Premium.

After the complimentary period, users can avail of discounted rates to continue enjoying JioHotstar:

JioHotstar Mobile for Rs 49 (3 months)

JioHotstar Super for Rs 79 (3 months)

JioHotstar Premium for Rs 249 (3 months)

Non-JioCinema users are also reportedly receiving complimentary access to JioHotstar for a few days.

How to migrate from JioCinema or Disney+ Hotstar to JioHotstar

Migrating from Disney+ Hotstar: Simply update your existing Disney+ Hotstar app from the Play Store or App Store to JioHotstar. Post-update, you’ll have access to all JioCinema content that has been merged into the new platform.

Migrating from JioCinema:

  1. Update the Disney+ Hotstar app to JioHotstar.
  2. Open the app and log in using the same number as your JioCinema subscription.
  3. Accept the complimentary offer and start watching content.
  4. After the free offer ends, you’ll need to select and pay for a JioHotstar subscription.

What content is available on JioHotstar?

JioHotstar combines the best of both worlds with a wide variety of movies, TV shows, and sports. Some of the major content libraries include:

NBCUniversal: The Office, Parks and Recreation, Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park, and more.

Warner Bros Discovery: DC Universe movies and shows, Harry Potter, Godzilla, and more.

HBO: Game of Thrones, The Last of Us, Euphoria, and more.

Paramount: Mission Impossible, Transformers, Indiana Jones, and more.

Anime: Demon Slayer, Bleach, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and more.

Existing Disney+ Hotstar content includes:

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Avengers, Spider-Man, X-Men, and more.

Star Wars: All episodes, The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and more.

Pixar: Toy Story, Cars, Finding Nemo, and more.

Live Sports: TATA IPL, Premier League, Champions Trophy, and more.

FAQ: Key questions about JioHotstar

How do I get JioHotstar?
Download the app from the Play Store or App Store, or simply update your Disney+ Hotstar app.

Will JioCinema still work?
JioCinema redirects users to JioHotstar for content, but the app may be phased out in the future.

Can I transfer my watch history?
Currently, there’s no way to transfer your JioCinema watch history to JioHotstar.

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Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj removed from ZEE5 India two days after release

Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj, released on ZEE5 on July 3, has been taken down in India. The streaming platform says it is exploring appropriate avenues to restore the film.

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Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj, which premiered on ZEE5 on July 3, has been removed from the streaming platform in India just two days after its release. The platform confirmed the development through an official statement, saying the film will remain unavailable in the country until further notice.

Originally titled Punjab 95, the film had been awaiting certification for several years after it was submitted to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in 2022. It was eventually released on ZEE5 under the title Satluj.

ZEE5 thanks viewers for support

In its statement, ZEE5 expressed gratitude to viewers for the response the film received after its release.

The platform said the audience’s support and appreciation had been overwhelming and thanked subscribers who watched and backed the film.

ZEE5 also reiterated its confidence in the project, stating that it continues to support Satluj and the creative vision behind it. According to the platform, it believes meaningful storytelling can create a lasting impact and remains committed to backing authentic narratives.

Film unavailable in India until further notice

The streaming service confirmed that Satluj has been withdrawn from its Indian catalogue for the time being.

In its statement, ZEE5 said it is exploring all appropriate avenues through due process to make the film available again at the earliest opportunity. The platform added that it remains committed to supporting creators and stories made with artistic integrity and purpose.

While the film is currently unavailable to viewers in India, ZEE5 has not specified when it is expected to return to the platform.

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Aamir Khan set to wed Gauri Spratt on July 5

Actor Aamir Khan is reportedly preparing to marry longtime partner Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony on July 5. While the couple has not officially confirmed the wedding, reports suggest the celebration will be a low-key affair attended by close family and friends.

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Actor Aamir Khan is readying to finally marry his longtime partner, Gauri Spratt, in a private ceremony on July 5. Unlike other high-profile Bollywood weddings, the couple is expected to celebrate the occasion with close family members and a handful of friends, choosing a simple gathering over a lavish event. 

The reported wedding has attracted widespread attention from fans and the film industry, with many taking to social media to congratulate the couple. While neither Aamir nor Gauri has shared extensive details about the ceremony, reports suggest the celebrations will remain intimate and focused on family.

The actor was first married to Reena Dutta, and they have two children together. In 2005, Aamir married filmmaker Kiran Rao. The couple announced their separation in 2021 but have continued to maintain a friendly relationship and jointly raise their son while working together on select projects.

Gauri Spratt has largely stayed away from the limelight. Despite growing public interest in their relationship, she has preferred to keep her personal life private. Reports indicate that Gauri and Aamir have known each other for several years before deciding to take the next step in their relationship.

Known for balancing a successful film career with a private personal life, Aamir Khan has often avoided discussing family matters in public. His reported decision to opt for a low-key wedding is in line with his long-standing preference for privacy. 

As news of the upcoming ceremony continues  to make headlines, fans are eagerly waiting for an official glimpse of the celebrations. Whether through a family photograph or a public statement, many hope to see the couple share the joyful occasion with their well-wishers.

With this wedding, Aamir Khan appears ready to embrace a new phase in his life while continuing to focus on both his personal happiness and his significant contribution to Indian cinema.  

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Nolan’s Odyssey set to release July 17, hype machine kicks in

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is scheduled to release on July 17. Featuring an all-star cast led by Matt Damon, the film is the first feature ever shot entirely with full-frame IMAX film cameras, bringing Homer’s legendary epic to the big screen.

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Oscar-winning director Chris Nolan’s highly anticipated epic The Odyssey will have its world premiere on July 17 , 2026, taking audiences on an unforgettable ride into Homer’s timeless Greek epic.

The film tells the tale of the difficult journey King Odysseus undertook to return home after the Trojan War and is replete wiht mythical adventures and divine intervention in the seas.

Matt Damon plays Odysseus with Tom Holland as Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. The movie also stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron among others. Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy has had social media in ferment the moment her casting was announced.

Said to have been produced with a budget of around $250 million, The Odyssey is Nolans’s most expensive film so far. It has also managed to create history as it has become the first feature film ever to be shot using full-frame IMAX film cameras.

The film represents Nolan’s comeback to history and myth making after the success of his previous offering, Oppenheimer. Odyssey is expected to set the bar even higher for epic movies through the combination of classic literature and modern technology.

The movie has been highly anticipated and has become one of the highly anticipated films of 2026 because of its director, cast, and large production scope. The Odyssey will also be introducing the Greek epic to a new generation.

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