JioHotstar Goes Global: Streaming Platform Launches in UK, Canada and Singapore

JioHotstar is taking its Indian streaming platform to international audiences with its launch in the United Kingdom, Canada and Singapore, marking a major step in the company's global expansion.

The service brings together a large catalogue of Indian entertainment, including films, television shows, regional-language programming, non-fiction content, children's entertainment and anime. The move is expected to strengthen the global reach of Indian stories and regional content.

Over 160,000 Hours of Content

JioHotstar says its international service will offer more than 160,000 hours of content across 12+ languages, giving viewers access to programming from India's major entertainment industries.

The catalogue is designed to appeal not only to the Indian diaspora but also to international audiences interested in Indian films, television and regional-language entertainment.

More Than 30,000 Hours of New Content Annually

The platform plans to add more than 30,000 hours of fresh content every year, including original productions, movie premieres and popular television franchises.

JioHotstar is also bringing personalised recommendations and other streaming features to its international offering, alongside different subscription options for viewers in each market.

Why the Expansion Matters

India's entertainment industry produces content in numerous languages and serves one of the world's largest and most diverse audiences. International streaming distribution gives Indian creators an opportunity to reach viewers without being limited by traditional theatrical or television markets.

For regional cinema in particular, streaming has become an important way to introduce films and stories to audiences outside their home states and countries.

JioHotstar's expansion into the UK, Canada and Singapore therefore represents more than a new market launch. It reflects the growing global demand for Indian films, television and regional-language storytelling.

With a library of more than 160,000 hours and a commitment to adding tens of thousands of hours of new content each year, JioHotstar is now positioning itself as an increasingly significant player in the global Indian entertainment market.