Big changes are coming to one of India’s most popular streaming platforms. Starting June 17, 2025, viewers will begin seeing ads during movies and TV shows, even if they already pay for a subscription. If you love watching your favourite series without interruptions, you’ll want to know what’s changing and what you can do about it.
Why Are Ads Being Added?
The company says it needs to show ads to keep investing in new shows, movies, and better content. They promise that the number of ads will be much less than what you see on regular TV or some other streaming platforms. This move is not just happening in India-other countries like the US, UK, and Germany have already started seeing ads on this platform.
Will You Have to Pay More?
The good news is that the regular subscription price is not going up. If you’re happy to watch a few ads, you don’t have to do anything. Your membership will stay the same, and you’ll still get all your usual benefits like fast delivery, music, and more.
But if you don’t want any ads, there’s a new option. You can pay a little extra for an ad-free experience. This add-on will cost Rs 129 per month or Rs 699 per year. You can start using this new plan from June 17, 2025.
How Does It Work?
- If you keep your current membership, you’ll see “limited” ads while watching movies and TV shows.
- If you want to skip all ads, you can pay for the ad-free add-on.
- All other membership benefits stay the same, no matter which plan you choose.
What About Different Plans?
There are a few types of memberships available:
- The basic shopping edition costs Rs 399 per year.
- The Lite version is Rs 799 per year and lets you stream in 720p quality.
- The standard membership is Rs 1,499 per year and gives you access to the best streaming quality (up to 4K), plus music, reading, and more.
If you want the highest quality and no ads, you’ll need to pay for both the standard plan and the ad-free add-on. That means a total of Rs 2,198 per year. This is a bit more than some competitors but still less expensive than others that charge monthly for ad-free streaming.
What Can You Watch?
The streaming platform is packed with movies, web series, and even live sports. You can also add other services for an extra cost, like international shows and movies. You can watch on your phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV- almost any device you have at home.
What If You Don’t Like the Change?
If you’re not happy with the new ads, you can cancel your membership anytime. The company says you can even get a refund for the unused part of your subscription.
What Does This Mean for Viewers?
Some people might not mind a few ads if it means paying less. Others might be annoyed and decide to pay extra to keep their shows ad-free. In the end, it’s all about giving viewers a choice. You decide if you want to save money and watch a few ads, or pay more for an uninterrupted experience.
This change is part of a bigger trend- more and more streaming services around the world are adding ads or offering special ad-free plans. Companies want to keep prices low, but also need to make money to create new shows and movies.
So, get ready for a new way to watch your favourite content. Whether you stick with your current plan or upgrade to ad-free, you’ll still have plenty of great entertainment at your fingertips.
