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JioHotstar partners with Starzplay to launch in Middle East

JioHotstar, Reliance and Disney’s streaming platform with 500 million users, is entering the Middle East and North Africa by teaming up with Starzplay, a major local streaming service. JioHotstar will appear as its own section in the Starzplay app and website, offering Indian movies and shows in multiple languages. Plans start at around $9.50 a month, with a higher-priced tier bundled with cricket coverage.

Why it mattersThe tie-up gives JioHotstar instant access to Starzplay’s 2.3 million subscribers and a large expatriate audience, while avoiding the costs of standing up a new platform. India’s biggest streaming giants are now competing for diaspora viewers abroad, not just at home.

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YourStoryHeadline onlyJioHotstar expands international footprint with entry into Middle East and North Africa5:00 PM →TechCrunchIndia’s JioHotstar takes partnership route for Middle East expansion5:14 PM →
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