Starzplay

JioHotstar is expanding into the Middle East and North Africa through a partnership with streaming service Starzplay. Indian films, series, original productions and entertainment shows will appear in a dedicated section of the Starzplay app and website, rather than launching a separate JioHotstar platform in the region. The move gives the Indian streamer access to Starzplay's subscriber base across MENA without building its own local presence.

India's streaming platform JioHotstar is entering the Middle East not with its own standalone service but by being offered inside Starzplay, the regional streaming platform. The partnership route lets JioHotstar reach Middle East subscribers without building local infrastructure, while Starzplay adds Indian content to its catalogue. The move reflects a broader trend of streamers using local partners to expand internationally rather than launching alone.