Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema just dropped a bombshell—they’ve merged into a shiny new platform called JioHotstar. If you’re wondering how to binge your favorite shows without paying extra, here’s the good news: Jio and Vi are offering prepaid plans with free JioHotstar subscriptions. Let’s break down the best deals so you can stream smarter.
Wait, What’s JioHotstar?
Think of it as the ultimate OTT mashup—JioCinema’s sports and regional content meets Disney+ Hotstar’s Hollywood and Indian shows. Existing subscribers get to keep their access until their current plan expires, but if you’re hunting for a fresh deal, here’s what’s up.
Jio’s Hotstar-Packed Plans
Jio’s rolling out two prepaid options (for now):
- ₹195 Plan
- Validity: 28 days
- Data: 1.5GB/day + unlimited 5G
- Perks: Free JioHotstar for 3 months, unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day
- Best for: Light users who just want OTT + basic data.
- ₹949 Plan (New!)
- Validity: 84 days
- Data: 2GB/day + unlimited 5G
- Perks: Same JioHotstar access, but longer validity.
- Best for: Folks who hate monthly recharges.
- ₹349 Plan
- Validity: 28 days
- Data: 2GB/day + unlimited 5G
- Perks: Free JioHotstar for 3 months, unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day
- Best for: Light users who just want OTT + basic data.
Pro Tip: If you’re already on a Jio plan with unlimited calls, the ₹195 add-on makes more sense. Otherwise, go big with ₹949.
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Vi’s Sneaky Good Deal
Vodafone Idea (Vi) isn’t sitting this one out. Their ₹151 add-on is a steal:
- Data: 4GB (30 days)
- OTT Bonus: 3 months of JioHotstar
- Catch: No service validity extension—use it on top of your base plan.
Which Plan Should You Pick?
- Team Jio? Grab ₹195 for short-term or ₹949 for a quarterly binge.
- Team Vi? The ₹151 add-on is a no-brainer if you’ve got an active plan.
Bottom Line
JioHotstar’s merger means more content, and these prepaid plans make it stupid-easy to watch for free. Just pick your poison (er, plan) and start streaming!
Prices/offers valid as of March 2025—always double-check before recharging!
