March 3, 2025 | National: JioHotstar transformed India’s spiritual experience with Mahashivratri: The Divine Night, a 15-hour live stream that combined tradition, spirituality, and technology. With 3.9 crore (39 million) views and 21.8 crore (218 million) minutes of watch time, the event united millions in the celebration of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
A Multi-Dimensional Spiritual Journey
JioHotstar’s multi-stream format allowed users to engage with over 20 live feeds from sacred Jyotirlingas and spiritual centers, enhancing their experience with devotion, culture, and mythology.
- Sacred Rituals: 20+ live aartis from revered Jyotirlingas enabled viewers to worship from home.
- Spiritual Discourses: Teachings from Sadhguru and Sri Sri Ravi Shankar enriched the event.
- Musical Tributes: Performances by Sona Mohapatra, Narci, and cultural showcases added depth to the event.
- Mythological Stories: The Devo Ke Dev… Mahadev segment brought Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s divine union to life.
- Personal Devotion: Devotees shared emotional stories of faith, connecting deeply with viewers.
Enhanced Interactivity
JioHotstar’s interactive features allowed viewers to switch between streams, join real-time chants, make virtual offerings, participate in trivia, and chat live. The “Ask the Experts” segment provided direct interaction with spiritual leaders.
Redefining Digital Cultural Experiences
Sanjog Gupta, CEO of Sports at JioStar, said, “JioHotstar is redefining live-streaming by making it immersive and accessible. Mahashivratri: The Divine Night proved technology can elevate spiritual experiences.”
Brand Opportunities in Live Events
Brands like JK Super Cement, Country Delight, Nirma Advanced Detergent, and Hamilton Sciences (Denver) took advantage of JioHotstar’s unique ad formats to connect with viewers, showcasing the power of live-streamed cultural events for brand engagement.
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