JioHotstar domain saga takes unexpected turn as Dubai based siblings repurpose site for philanthropy

The high-profile JioHotstar domain saga sees a twist as a Delhi techie steps back, leaving the site to Dubai-based siblings Jainam and Jivika.
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The JioHotstar domain saga has taken a surprising twist, resembling a gripping crime thriller. The techie who previously demanded Rs 1 crore from Reliance Industries for the domain has vanished from the scene entirely. In their absence, an intriguing message has surfaced about a sibling duo from the UAE committed to supporting underprivileged children. This unexpected development has sparked a wave of speculation online about the reasons behind this sudden shift.

The much-anticipated merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar is set to transform India’s streaming landscape, potentially forming a dominant powerhouse in the market. As two of the country's leading OTT platforms with substantial subscriber bases, their union could create a near-monopoly. While no official announcements have been made, speculation suggests a single platform may emerge, possibly named JioHotstar.

The techie who bought the domain had initially offered to sell the JioHotstar domain to Reliance Industries, the parent company of Jio, for Rs 1 crore—the cost of their dream course at Cambridge University.

Despite claiming no copyright violations, the techie had revealed that he lacked the resources to confront the corporate giant and announced plans to take the website offline soon, fearing legal action.

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JioCinema-Hotstar merger hits a snag: Delhi techie holds the key to JioHotstar domain

A day later, the site has been repurposed as a platform for two young philanthropists, Jainam and Jivika, from Dubai. The new masthead reads, "Welcome to Our Journey of Seva." In their message, they introduce themselves, stating, “Hello! We are Jainam and Jivika – siblings from Dubai, UAE, on a mission to make a difference. Although we’re just kids, we believe that age is merely a number when it comes to spreading kindness and positivity.”

The message further reads that the siblings purchased the domain from a young software developer in Delhi, allowing them to continue their positive mission while keeping the domain open for future sale to those interested in supporting similar efforts.

The new page highlights Jainam and Jivika's charitable work, featuring photos and YouTube videos of their initiatives to inspire children. This sudden shift has left many confused about the JioHotstar domain saga.

As the situation develops, it’s uncertain how Reliance will respond to the unexpected content on the JioHotstar domain.

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