As fans tuned in for the much-anticipated IPL 2025 opening clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, a storm brewed on social media over persistent audio issues on the JioCinema-hosted Hotstar app. Viewers across India took to X (formerly Twitter) in frustration, complaining about poor sound quality, unclear commentary, and a buggy experience that marred the live streaming of the first match.
Several users noted that the issue was not isolated to a specific device or region. A widely shared post read, “10 saal ho gaye still they couldn’t fix,” pointing at recurring issues over the years. Another user wrote, “It’s not Hotstar’s problem, it’s Jio’s problem. Worst sound quality,” tagging #JioHotstar and using hashtags like #boycottReliance and #IPL2025.
The complaints highlighted inconsistent audio clarity, synchronization glitches, and even failure of the app to load properly on smart TVs. “Dear JioHotstar, the app is buggy, problem with sound. It hardly runs on my TV,” one user wrote, while others echoed similar sentiments, urging the platform to resolve the issue immediately.
As of now, neither JioCinema nor Hotstar has officially acknowledged the glitch or issued a statement addressing the technical snag. With IPL 2025 expected to drive massive traffic on the streaming platform throughout the season, fans are demanding a swift resolution to ensure a seamless viewing experience going forward.
The audio issue has sparked broader concerns about the app’s stability and user readiness for handling peak traffic during marquee fixtures.