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In a landmark move for the Indian streaming landscape, JioHotstar (the newly integrated entity of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar) has officially launched a dedicated HBO Max hub. Announced, this expanded partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) makes JioHotstar the exclusive destination for premium HBO and Max content in India.
What’s Included in the HBO Max Hub?
For the first time, the entire depth of the Warner Bros. Discovery library is available under a single roof in India. Subscribers now have access to:
- HBO & Max Originals: House of the Dragon (Season 3), Euphoria (Season 3), The Last of Us, The White Lotus, Succession, and Game of Thrones.
- DC Universe: New series like Lanterns, alongside blockbusters from the DC cinematic world.
- Iconic TV Classics: For the first time on the platform, fans can stream Friends and The Big Bang Theory, as well as The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural.
- Film Franchises: The complete Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings collections.
- Upcoming 2026 Tentpoles: The hugely anticipated first season of the Harry Potter original series, titled Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
💰 Subscription and Pricing
JioHotstar has introduced a highly competitive add-on pack to make this premium global library accessible to a wider audience:
- Starting Price: ₹49 per month as an add-on to existing plans.
- Scope: This pack provides full access to the HBO Max hub and JioHotstar’s entire international content library.
🎙️ Leader Perspectives
“By bringing HBO Max to JioHotstar, we are creating a unified destination for premium international content and raising the bar for quality once again. We are combining scale, curation, quality, and ease of access.”
— Kevin Vaz, CEO – Entertainment, JioStar
“The launch of HBO Max exclusively with JioHotstar marks the next chapter in our long-standing collaboration, enabling us to broaden the reach of our premium brands and franchises.”
— James Gibbons, President of APAC, Warner Bros. Discovery