Mukesh Ambani’s Gift to Users: JioStar Announces Affordable Subscription Plans After Jio-Disney Merger
In a significant move following the merger of Reliance Jio’s JioCinema and Walt Disney’s HotStar, Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries has launched a new OTT platform, Jiostar.com. This new joint venture, which combines the strengths of JioCinema and HotStar, marks a new chapter in the Indian entertainment landscape. Reliance Industries now holds a dominant 46.82% stake in Jiostar, while Walt Disney owns 36.84%, and Viacom18 holds the remaining 16.34%.
As part of this exciting merger, Jiostar.com has unveiled a range of affordable subscription plans aimed at making top-tier content accessible to a wide audience. These plans cater to various languages and preferences, with options for both Standard Definition (SD) and High Definition (HD) viewing.
Subscription Plans for All
Jiostar offers a comprehensive range of subscription packs designed to suit the diverse tastes of Indian viewers. The packs are categorized by language, with content available in Hindi, Marathi, Odia, Bengali, Telugu, Kannada, and Kids’ programming. These packs provide a variety of content, from popular TV shows to movies, regional films, and animated series for children. Notably, some packs start at an incredibly low price of just Rs 15 per month, making it an attractive choice for users looking for budget-friendly options.
Kids’ Packs: Affordable and Entertaining
For younger viewers, Jiostar offers two affordable kids’ packs:
- Disney Kids Pack: Rs 15 per month
- Disney Hungama Kids Pack: Rs 15 per month
These packs provide access to an extensive library of animated shows, cartoons, and family-friendly content.
Hindi Packs: Value for Money
The Hindi language packs are available in both SD and HD formats, with a range of pricing options:
- Star Value Pack Hindi: Rs 59 per month
- Star Premium Pack Hindi: Rs 105 per month
These packs give subscribers access to popular Hindi TV shows, films, and sports content.
Regional Language Packs: Catering to Diverse Audiences
Jiostar ensures that users from various regions can access content in their native languages. The regional packs include:
Marathi Packs:
- Star Value Pack Marathi: Rs 67 per month
- Star Premium Pack Marathi: Rs 110 per month
Odia Packs:
- Star Value Pack Odia Mini: Rs 15 per month
- Star Value Pack Odia: Rs 65 per month
- Star Premium Pack Odia: Rs 105 per month
Bengali Packs:
- Star Value Bengali: Rs 65 per month
- Star Premium Bengali: Rs 110 per month
Telugu Packs:
- Star Value Pack Telugu: Rs 81 per month
- Star Value Pack Hindi Telugu: Rs 81 per month
- Star Value Pack Telugu Mini: Rs 70 per month
Kannada Packs:
- Star Value Pack Kannada Mini: Rs 45 per month
- Star Value Pack Kannada: Rs 67 per month
- Star Value Pack Hindi Kannada: Rs 67 per month
High Definition (HD) Packs: Enhanced Viewing Experience
For those who prefer high-quality video, Jiostar offers HD packs in all categories, including kids and regional content. Prices for HD packs are slightly higher but remain affordable:
Kids HD Packs:
- Disney Kids Pack HD: Rs 18 per month
- Disney Hungama Kids Pack HD: Rs 18 per month
Hindi HD Packs:
- Star Value Pack Lite HD: Rs 88 per month
- Star Premium Pack Lite HD: Rs 125 per month
Marathi HD Packs:
- Star Value Pack Marathi Lite HD: Rs 99 per month
Leadership Behind Jiostar
Jiostar.com is headed by Nita Ambani, the chairperson of the platform, who is committed to bringing high-quality OTT content to Indian viewers at affordable prices. According to Uday Shankar, the vice-chairperson of the platform, the goal of Jiostar is to make premium entertainment accessible to all, at prices that suit the budget of every Indian household.
Conclusion
With the launch of Jiostar, Mukesh Ambani’s vision of making world-class entertainment accessible to all at an affordable cost is becoming a reality. By offering subscription plans starting as low as Rs 15 per month, Jiostar aims to provide a rich variety of content in multiple languages, ensuring that viewers from all walks of life have access to the best in entertainment.
