- On November 5, Disney+ Hotstar achieved a new global record for live-streaming viewership, with a peak of 44 million concurrent viewers.
- This record surpasses its previous high of 43 million concurrent viewers, which was set during a cricket match between India and New Zealand on October 22.
- The 2023 ICC World Cup has been a pivotal event for Disney+ Hotstar, given the anticipation of a potential takeover by Reliance and the competitive landscape in the OTT industry.
- Disney+ Hotstar has been facing competition from rivals like Reliance’s JioCinema and recently lost digital streaming rights for some of its popular shows.