Hotstar, the popular go-to streaming platform has some great plans to expand its reach in the US. The platform that was earlier restricted to South-Asian region will be the only place for US patrons to watch all the popular Star India shows including Koffee With Karan, Issaqbaaz and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. The entire Star India network, including Star India Plus, Star India Gold, Star Vijay, Maa, Asianet and MoviesOK, will no longer be available on any cable TV provider in the US including Dish TV, Sling TV, Comcast, Verizon starting for January 5, 2019. So the residents of America who love these Indian TV shows will have to buy Hotstar's subscription and the need for it today is more than ever. Reliance Jio Announces Partnership With Star India to Stream Cricket Matches on JioTV.

"Now, more consumers will be exposed to Hotstar's premium product interface and cutting-edge streaming experience," said Ipsita Dasgupta, President of Hotstar International and Strategy at Star India. "We are extremely excited to continue to bring the South Asian Diaspora their favourite entertainment content. Newcomers to the platform will quickly feel the benefits of being able to watch their beloved shows anytime, anywhere," she continued further. Star India Bags BCCI Media Rights for Indian Cricket: Wins E-Auction With Whopping Rs. 6,138.1 Cr Bid.

The platform has an attractive annual subscription for $99.99, which will give its users all access to the entertainment library and cricket calendar throughout the year. That also includes the sports section and the screening of Vivo IPL matches in April next year.

 

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