JioHotstar has significantly expanded its content offering by becoming the exclusive Indian home for HBO Max, following an enhanced partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery. This major development brings a wealth of premium international content directly to Indian subscribers through a dedicated HBO Max hub, which went live on the platform this Wednesday. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for streaming in India, consolidating popular series and films into a single, accessible destination for millions of viewers.

What Happened?

The strategic expansion of the partnership between JioHotstar and Warner Bros. Discovery has resulted in the creation of a comprehensive HBO Max hub within the JioHotstar platform. This new hub, which became operational on Wednesday, centralizes content from various beloved brands including HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Television, and DC Studios. This means subscribers no longer need multiple subscriptions to access their favorite shows and movies from these creators, as they are now all available under one roof on JioHotstar.

The rollout has already introduced a massive library of content, with immediate programming available for streaming. Fans can now dive into the highly anticipated third season of “Euphoria.” Looking ahead, the platform has an exciting lineup for 2026, including the third season of the hit series “House of the Dragon,” the DC Studios series “Lanterns,” and the much-anticipated eight-episode first season of the HBO original ‘Harry Potter’ series, titled “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.”

Many other popular titles are already accessible on the hub. These include critically acclaimed shows such as “The Last of Us,” “The White Lotus,” “The Pitt,” “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” “Succession,” “Dune: Prophecy,” “Game of Thrones,” and “Sex and the City.” A significant highlight of this expanded deal is the return of two long-absent fan favorites to Indian screens: the iconic sitcom “Friends” and the beloved comedy “The Big Bang Theory.” These are joined by other popular series like “The Vampire Diaries,” “Supernatural,” and “The Flash.” On the film side, the hub has added the complete “Harry Potter” and “Lord of the Rings” film collections, alongside numerous titles from the expansive DC Universe, offering a diverse range of cinematic experiences.

Key Highlights

JioHotstar has become the exclusive Indian home for HBO Max content through an expanded partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery.
A new, dedicated HBO Max hub is now live on JioHotstar, consolidating content from HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros., and DC Studios.
Immediate programming includes the third season of “Euphoria,” with “House of the Dragon” Season 3 and the ‘Harry Potter’ series arriving in 2026.
Popular shows like “The Last of Us,” “The White Lotus,” “Succession,” and “Game of Thrones” are already available on the hub.
Iconic series “Friends” and “The Big Bang Theory” have returned to India, exclusively available to JioHotstar subscribers.
The full “Harry Potter” and “Lord of the Rings” film collections, plus numerous DC Universe films, are also part of the new offering.
The HBO Max hub is available as an affordable add-on to existing JioHotstar subscriptions, starting from INR49 ($0.53) per month.

Why Does This Matter?

This partnership is a game-changer for Indian entertainment consumers, offering unparalleled access to a vast library of premium global content in one convenient location. For the average subscriber, this means no longer having to subscribe to multiple streaming services or miss out on highly anticipated international releases. The consolidation of HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros., and DC Studios content under the JioHotstar umbrella provides immense value, making top-tier shows and films more accessible and affordable. This move significantly elevates the streaming experience in India, setting a new benchmark for content quality and variety available to local audiences.

The reintroduction of beloved series like “Friends” and “The Big Bang Theory,” combined with new seasons of popular shows and major film collections, caters to a broad spectrum of viewer preferences. This integration not only simplifies content discovery but also democratizes access to some of the world's most acclaimed entertainment. As Kevin Vaz, CEO of entertainment at JioStar, highlighted, this initiative combines scale, curation, quality, and ease of access, unlocking a deeper and more immersive entertainment experience nationwide. This development reinforces India’s position as a vibrant streaming market, offering subscribers a richer and more comprehensive selection of international entertainment options.