📊 1. airtel – Best Variety of OTT Benefits

Airtel has aggressively bundled OTT subscriptions with its prepaid, postpaid and broadband plans — giving you access to popular streaming platforms without separate subscriptions. These benefits are typically accessed via the Airtel Thanks app once you recharge.

🎬 Key airtel OTT Plans

💡 Starting from ₹279/month

Netflix Basic + JioCinema (Hotstar) + Zee5 + airtel Xstream Play Premium
Validity: 1 month

Good for: Users who want OTT access without heavy data or calling needs.

📱 Prepaid Plan Bundles

₹598 (28 days): Netflix Basic + Hotstar + Zee5 + Xstream + Unlimited 5g & calls

₹1,729 (84 days): Same OTT benefits with longer validity and calling/data perks

📊 Broadband OTT Plans

Broadband plans (e.g., ₹899, ₹1,099, ₹1,599) include Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix & amazon Prime along with 20+ OTTs depending on plan tier.

🟢 Airtel Pros

Multiple OTTs in one bundle — Netflix, Hotstar, Prime (on some plans), Zee5, Xstream & more.

Available across prepaid, postpaid and broadband plans.

❗ Note: OTT validity may vary by plan and provider; some perks might be for initial period only.

🎥 2. reliance jio – Strong OTT Inclusion with cinema Focus

Jio also offers plans that come bundled with OTT access, especially through JioCinema Premium, and some plans include Netflix Mobile or Amazon Prime Video mobile Edition.

📊 Jio OTT‑Bundled Plan Highlights

📱 Prepaid Plans

Plan

Validity

Data

OTT Included

₹398

28 days

56GB

JioCinema Premium + OTT suite

₹857

84 days

168GB

Amazon Prime Video mobile + Disney+ Hotstar mobile + OTT suite

₹1,099

84 days

168GB

Netflix Mobile + JioCinema + OTT suite

Annual (Rs 3,227)

365 days

Total 730GB

Amazon Prime Video + OTT suite

🔹 Notes about Jio’s OTT access:

JioCinema Premium comes bundled in many prepaid and broadband plans.

Mobile editions of Netflix and amazon Prime may have limitations compared to full subscriptions.

🟢 Jio Pros

Strong inclusion of JioCinema Premium & Hotstar across many plans.

Netflix and Prime Video often included on higher‑tier prepaid plans.

⚠️ Consideration: Some OTT offerings may be mobile edition only — best for smartphone viewing.

📺 3. vodafone Idea (Vi) – Netflix & OTT on Select Plans

Vi (Vodafone Idea) also has postpaid and select prepaid plans that include Netflix, along with some OTT access via Vi Movies & TV.

📌 Key Vi OTT Plans

🎬 Vi Max Family Plan (~₹871)

Netflix included + access to 18+ other OTT platforms via Vi Movies & TV

Shared data for two connections, plus unlimited night data and 5g on supported handsets.

📱 Other Prepaid Plans with Netflix

₹1,198 (70 days): Data + Netflix (usually mobile tier)

₹1,599 (84 days): Higher data + Netflix included
(Both plans with unlimited voice and SMS)

🟢 Vi Pros

Competitive pricing for Netflix‑included plans, often slightly cheaper than Jio.

Family‑focused offerings with shared data.

⚠️ Limitations

OTT benefits beyond Netflix may be limited unless you choose higher postpaid plans.

Doesn’t always include JioHotstar or amazon Prime in budget plans.

📌 Quick Comparison Summary

Telecom

Netflix

Amazon Prime

JioHotstar

Other OTTs

Best For

Airtel

Yes (Basic/varies)

Yes (some plans)

Yes

Yes (Zee5, Xstream & more)

All‑in‑one package

Jio

Yes (mobile tier on select)

Yes (mobile/limited)

Yes

Many (via JioCinema app)

Cinema & sports fans

Vi

Yes

Yes (choice plans)

Limited

Some via Vi Movies & TV

Budget Netflix focus

🧠 Tips for Choosing

➡️ Budget conscious: airtel OTT packs from ₹279/month & lower prepaid bundles.
➡️ Comprehensive OTT needs: airtel or jio broadband for Netflix, Hotstar, Prime and many OTTs.
➡️ Netflix focus: Vi offers competitive Netflix‑centric plans slightly cheaper than others.
➡️ Cinema & sports streaming: Jio’s JioCinema + Disney+ Hotstar packages are strong choices.

📎 Final Thoughts

Each operator has its strengths:

Airtel: Best for wide OTT variety and multiple subscriptions in one plan.

Jio: Great for JioCinema & Hotstar lovers plus Netflix/Prime on higher tiers.

Vi: Good value Netflix‑inclusive plans and family focused data bundles.

 

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Balasahana Suresh

07/02/2026 02:24 PM