The story of the jiohotstar.com domain took an unexpected twist when Jainam and Jivika, two siblings from the UAE, acquired the website after the original owner’s ₹1 crore deal aspirations fell short. Initially, the domain was registered by a developer in Delhi, hoping to capitalize on the high visibility of the recent merger between JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. His goal was to sell the domain to Reliance Industries to support his dream of studying at Cambridge University. However, due to family concerns and no formal offer from Reliance, the deal dissolved, leading to the eventual sale to the UAE-based siblings.
Key Details and Timeline
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Original Owner | Delhi-based developer |
| Asking Price | ₹1 crore |
| Goal | Fund studies at Cambridge University |
| Reliance’s Response | No official offer received |
| Challenges | Family concerns and hesitation over potential legal actions |
| Domain Transfer | Purchased by Jainam and Jivika from UAE |
| Acquisition Use | Seva project inspiration and potential for future sale |
On Friday morning, the developer had openly sought ₹1 crore from Reliance, explaining that it would finance his academic ambitions. Calling himself “a dreamer,” he shared his intent but admitted that Reliance had shown no formal interest, nor was he prepared to pursue legal avenues. His social media messages reflected the intense pressure from family members who were concerned about the risks involved in holding the domain. Later that day, the developer’s posts disappeared, and a new message from Jainam and Jivika appeared.
UAE Siblings’ Statement
Jainam and Jivika, who live in Dubai, posted a heartfelt note on the website, detailing their motivations behind the purchase. They shared that their journey in India, working on a Seva project to promote education, inspired them to support the developer’s goal and give the domain a meaningful purpose. According to the siblings, their vision for the site includes spreading positive stories, inspiring kindness, and helping others achieve life goals, while remaining open to a potential future buyer.
“After returning to Dubai, we decided to support a young software developer from Delhi by purchasing this domain to further his ambitions,” they wrote in their note.
Online Reactions and Speculations
The transfer sparked discussions on Reddit, where users speculated on Reliance’s potential interest in the domain and suggested that jiohotstar.com might not align with the company’s branding plans. Some users estimated the domain’s new market value could be around ₹10 lakh, given the lack of a formal bid from Reliance. Other users suggested that alternative domain names, like Jiostar.com, might serve the brand’s interests better.
Background on Jainam and Jivika
The sibling duo has been active on social media since 2017, starting with family-friendly unboxing videos on YouTube. Their content now focuses on science, and they have announced a new podcast, “TalkFM, Dubai Audio,” which will feature interviews with celebrity guests.
| Owner Names | Jainam and Jivika |
|---|---|
| Residence | Dubai, UAE |
| Social Media Presence | YouTube channel since 2017, now focusing on science content |
| Upcoming Project | Podcast “TalkFM, Dubai Audio” with celebrity guests |
| Site Vision | Inspire kindness and life goals, keeping it as a platform with potential for future sale |
The unfolding story has generated interest across social media platforms, where audiences are keen to see how the domain will evolve under its new ownership and whether Reliance will respond to this unusual transaction in the coming months.
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