NEW DELHI: JioHotstar, the OTT platform formed through the merger of Reliance’s media business and Disney India, has emerged as the world’s second-largest streaming platform.
Addressing Reliance Industries’ AGM, Akash M. Ambani highlighted that with a 34% TV market share—equal to the next three networks combined—JioStar is on track to reach a billion screens across mobile, TV, and connected devices.
“JioStar will continue expanding across platforms and geographies. We have created an experience that blends premium content, software, and AI through JioHotstar, constantly pushing the boundaries,” Ambani said.
He described JioStar’s formation as a defining moment for India’s media landscape, noting that in just a few months, the platform has revolutionized content delivery by leveraging AI and technology to reshape how stories are told and experienced.
Currently, JioStar offers over 3.2 lakh hours of content—six times more than the next two OTT platforms combined—with 30,000+ hours added annually. Ambani added, “Our advanced AI tools and technological innovations are empowering viewers like never before, driving record-breaking performance in our Media & Entertainment business.”
Within three months, the JioHotstar app onboarded over 600 million users, including 75 million connected TVs. With 300 million paying subscribers, it has become the world’s second-largest streaming platform—an achievement realized entirely in India, underscoring the vast potential of the Indian market.
