Disney exploring sale or partners for India business, source says

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Walt Disney is exploring options to sell or find a joint venture partner for its India digital and TV business, a source with direct knowledge said

by offering free access to Indian Premier League cricket tournament, digital rights of which were earlier with Disney.

Disney's India business comprises the Disney+ Hotstar streaming service and Star India, which it took over when it acquired the entertainment assets of 21st Century Fox in 2019. Star India, which was rebranded as Disney Star last year, encompasses dozens of TV channels and a stake in a movie production company.

 

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