BSNL Rs 167/Mo OTT Plan: Free JioHotstar, SonyLIV & Zee5

OTT streaming has become a daily habit for many people today. Whether it’s movies, web series, live cricket, or popular TV shows, users now prefer watching everything on their phones or smart TVs. However, the biggest problem is cost — subscribing to multiple OTT platforms separately can quickly become expensive.

To solve this, BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) has introduced a new OTT add-on plan that bundles JioHotstar, SonyLIV, and Zee5 together at a very affordable price. Many news headlines describe it as an “Rs 167 per month OTT plan”, but the real details are slightly different and important to understand.

Fact-Checked Reality: What “Rs 167/Month” Actually Means

BSNL has not launched a direct Rs 167 monthly recharge plan.

The actual offer is a:

Rs 499 OTT Add-On Pack with 90 days validity

That means:

• Total price: Rs 499
• Validity: 90 days (3 months)
• Monthly cost (when divided): approx. Rs 166–167 per month

So the “Rs 167/month” figure is simply a monthly breakdown, not a separate recharge plan.

What You Get in This BSNL OTT Plan

This pack is attractive because it includes three major OTT platforms in one bundle:

1) JioHotstar

JioHotstar is currently one of the most popular streaming platforms. It offers:

• Live sports (including major cricket events)
• Movies
• Web series
• TV shows

2) SonyLIV

SonyLIV is known for premium entertainment and exclusive content. It includes:

• Sony TV shows
• Web series and originals
• Movies
• Sports (for selected events)

For many users, SonyLIV being included is the biggest highlight, because its standalone subscription can be costly.

3) Zee5

Zee5 offers a large library of:

• Hindi and regional movies
• Zee originals
• TV shows
• Series and entertainment content

The Most Important Thing to Know (Before Buying)

This plan is an OTT add-on pack, which means:

It does NOT include mobile data, calling, or SMS benefits.

You must already have an active BSNL plan (or a separate data pack) to actually stream content.

Why This Plan is a Good Deal

Subscribing to SonyLIV, Zee5, and Hotstar separately can easily cost several hundred rupees per month. BSNL’s bundle reduces this cost significantly by offering all three platforms in a single pack.

This makes it a good option for:

• Budget OTT users
• SonyLIV viewers
• Cricket/sports fans
• Users who want multiple platforms without paying separately

How to Activate the BSNL OTT Add-On Pack

The pack can usually be activated through:

• BSNL Selfcare app
• BSNL official website
• Popular recharge apps
• Retail recharge stores

After recharging, OTT access typically requires following an activation process (via link/SMS or app login).

BSNL’s new OTT offer is genuinely a value-for-money bundle, especially for users who want access to JioHotstar, SonyLIV, and Zee5 without buying separate subscriptions.

However, the key fact is this:

The plan is Rs 499 for 90 days — and the “Rs 167/month” cost is only an average monthly calculation.

If you already use BSNL and want affordable OTT access, this pack can be a strong option.