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JioHotstar signs exclusive HBO Max deal bringing Euphoria and The Last of Us to India

JioHotstar signs exclusive HBO Max deal bringing Euphoria and The Last of Us to India

HBO Max has launched in India exclusively on JioHotstar, giving subscribers access to acclaimed titles like Euphoria and The Last of Us. The deal also includes major upcoming releases, including new seasons of House of the Dragon and the Harry Potter series, plus classic shows and Warner Bros. films, all under one platform.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

A likely Reliance-Disney Star deal would create India’s largest media conglomerate, with about INR 25,000 crore top-line, 115 TV channels, and two streaming platforms. The combined content library could exceed two lakh hours, potentially accelerating a “super app” push and reshaping the broader TMT ecosystem.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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AWS outage knocks out streaming messaging and banks for hours, exposing how fragile internet life really is

AWS outage knocks out streaming messaging and banks for hours, exposing how fragile internet life really is

An AWS cloud network outage left streaming, messaging, and even some banking services offline for hours on Monday. Reports said customers experienced disruptions across multiple popular platforms, while banks such as Lloyd’s were also impacted and traced the issue back to Amazon Web Services. The incident highlights how deeply everyday online life relies on a single cloud infrastructure provider.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
JioHotstar adds ChatGPT voice search that recommends shows from your mood

JioHotstar adds ChatGPT voice search that recommends shows from your mood

JioHotstar has launched “Conversational Voice Discovery,” letting users talk about their mood or the genre they want and getting tailored show and movie suggestions powered by ChatGPT. The feature is designed to cut down endless scrolling and indecision, with multilingual support included. However, it can struggle with highly specific requests and broader context gaps.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India OTT user boom hits 1.45 billion monthly active users fuelled by mobile data and smartphones

India OTT user boom hits 1.45 billion monthly active users fuelled by mobile data and smartphones

India’s OTT market is surging, reaching 1.45 billion monthly active users as mobile data and smartphone adoption keep expanding viewing. YouTube tops the user count, with JioHotstar close behind, while Netflix has edged ahead of Amazon Prime Video. Meanwhile, ZEE5’s focus on subscriptions and local content is translating into stronger revenue and profitability.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streaming giants are increasingly partnering with Indian digital platforms as they race to grow in India’s OTT market. Instead of taking on full operational risk, players such as BBC, Disney+, and Warner Bros Discovery are using local expertise to reach a huge potential subscriber base while accelerating launch and expansion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Saregama and Tips reel as India music revenues slip 2 percent in 2024

Saregama and Tips reel as India music revenues slip 2 percent in 2024

India’s music industry revenue fell 2% in 2024 to about INR 5,300 crore, leaving listed labels like Saregama and Tips Music under pressure as stocks dropped sharply. With streaming growth uneven, insiders are looking for new routes to revive demand and margins beyond playlists—yet the biggest question is what actually scales now.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Reed Hastings steps down from Netflix as growth slows and merger hopes fade

Reed Hastings steps down from Netflix as growth slows and merger hopes fade

Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings says he will step down as company chairman, marking a major leadership shift after nearly three decades. The move lands amid slowing growth, intensifying competition, and mounting investor pressure following a failed merger bid with Warner Bros Discovery—leaving Netflix to chart a fresh path to growth.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Lionsgate Play bets on cinemas first in India launching 10 to 12 Hollywood films yearly

Lionsgate Play bets on cinemas first in India launching 10 to 12 Hollywood films yearly

Lionsgate Play is reshaping its India rollout by putting theaters before streaming. Starting September 2026, the platform plans to release 10–12 premium Hollywood films each year exclusively in cinemas first, then move them to its own streaming debut. The “theatrical-first” push is designed to boost visibility and engagement, creating a seamless path from cinema audiences to its platform.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
TRAI signals major regulatory reset for India broadcast pricing distribution and platforms after backlash

TRAI signals major regulatory reset for India broadcast pricing distribution and platforms after backlash

India’s broadcast sector may soon face a sweeping regulatory overhaul. TRAI is set to review pricing, distribution, and platform rules after the New Tariff Order drew criticism over affordability and transparency. The proposed reset is also meant to reflect shifting consumer viewing habits and rising competition from streaming platforms, which have disrupted traditional broadcast economics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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YRF Entertainment names streaming strategist Saugata Mukherjee head of content for films and series

YRF Entertainment names streaming strategist Saugata Mukherjee head of content for films and series

YRF Entertainment has appointed Saugata Mukherjee as its new Head of Content, aiming to reshape its creative direction for films and series. Mukherjee previously developed content strategy at SonyLIV and HBO Max, bringing a streaming-first mindset to YRF. Executive Producer Yogendra Mogre will continue in his role as the company begins this next phase.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Can Netflix stay ad free in India as rivals chase hybrid streaming bundles

Can Netflix stay ad free in India as rivals chase hybrid streaming bundles

Most Indian streamers have moved to hybrid plans with ads because churn makes pure subscriptions harder, but Netflix has stayed ad-free. Even as ad-supported tiers grow globally, experts say India’s market realities and Netflix’s premium positioning will eventually force a rethink. The question is when Netflix will launch ads to broaden reach and revenue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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