JioHotstar launches exclusive Warner Bros. Discovery partnership, bringing HBO Max to India

JioHotstar and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) have joined forces to bring HBO Max to India, making JioHotstar the exclusive platform for the service in the country. This partnership is a big deal for the streaming scene in India, providing viewers with a one-stop destination for top-notch global entertainment.

The new HBO Max hub on JioHotstar features a vast array of content from renowned brands like HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Television, and DC Studios. This integration means that Indian audiences can now enjoy a wide range of premium international storytelling all in one place.

Kevin Vaz, CEO – Entertainment at JioStar, expressed excitement about this new development, highlighting that it sets a new standard for accessing global content in India. By bringing HBO Max to JioHotstar, they are offering viewers high-quality international content with ease of access and curation in mind, providing a more immersive entertainment experience for everyone across the nation.

James Gibbons, President of APAC at WBD, also shared his thoughts on the partnership, emphasizing the importance of expanding their premium brands and franchises to reach Indian fans. The launch of HBO Max exclusively on JioHotstar signifies a deeper collaboration that aims to build stronger connections with audiences in the country.

The HBO Max hub boasts a diverse catalog of acclaimed series and films, including highly anticipated titles like Euphoria Season 3, House of the Dragon Season 3, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Subscribers can also enjoy popular shows like The Last of Us, The White Lotus, Game of Thrones, and more on the platform.

In addition to series, subscribers will have access to iconic shows such as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, The Vampire Diaries, Supernatural, and The Flash. The film library adds even more value with blockbuster franchises like Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and titles from the DC Universe.

Interested users can subscribe to the HBO Max hub for as little as ₹49 per month, gaining access to HBO Max content as well as JioHotstar’s broader international catalog. This move reinforces JioHotstar’s position as a premier destination for global and local content, providing Indian audiences with a wide range of choices and improved accessibility to quality entertainment.