Vodafone Idea has launched a new Vi regional OTT pack for prepaid users. It costs Rs 35 and bundles 1GB of data with access to two regional streaming apps of your choice.

Quick answer

  • Price: Rs 35 add-on for eligible prepaid users
  • Data: 1GB, valid for 7 days
  • Streaming: any two of six regional apps, valid for 28 days
  • Where it works: mobile only, through the Vi Movies and TV app
  • Needs: an active base plan with service validity

What the Vi regional OTT pack includes

According to FoneArena’s report, the pack adds a regional layer to Vi Movies and TV. You pick any two of six services, and the choice can mix languages. The data voucher is small, so the streaming access is clearly the main draw.

The six apps cover nine languages in total. SonyLIV South carries Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada content. Chaupal covers Punjabi, Haryanvi and Bhojpuri. ManoramaMAX serves Malayalam viewers, while KLiKK and AddaTimes both focus on Bengali. Aao NXT covers Odia.

How to activate the Vi regional OTT pack

First, buy the add-on from the Vi app or an authorised recharge app. Then open the Vi Movies and TV app and sign in with your registered Vi number. Finally, select the two platforms you want.

The two choices can come from the same language or from different ones. For example, a Bengali household could take both Bengali apps. A Malayalam viewer who also likes Punjabi shows could mix the two instead.

Who this suits, and the limits to know

The pack makes most sense for people who want one or two regional apps and nothing more. It is cheaper than buying separate subscriptions, so it also helps someone who only watches regional shows occasionally. However, it is not a full OTT bundle.

There are a few limits worth noting. The streaming benefit works on mobile only, so it will not unlock the apps on a television. The 1GB of data lasts 7 days, but the streaming access lasts 28 days. Because the data is so small, you will still need a regular data plan for actual viewing.

It is also an add-on rather than a standalone plan. You need an active prepaid recharge with service validity before the pack will apply. Reports do not specify whether every telecom circle can buy it, so check the Vi app before you pay.

How it compares with other Vi options

Vi has been building out Vi Movies and TV for some time, and this pack is a cheaper, narrower entry point. Meanwhile, rivals have focused on voice and data bundles, as we covered in our look at Jio voice only plans. If you mainly want calls and data, a base plan still matters more than any add-on.

In short, treat the pack as a low cost way to try regional content. If you stop watching after a few weeks, you have not locked into anything long. Check the app for the exact terms before buying, because add-on offers can change.

FAQ

Is the Vi regional OTT pack a standalone plan?

No. It is an add-on that needs an active base prepaid plan with service validity. It adds 1GB of data and two streaming apps on top.

Can I choose apps from different languages?

Yes. You can pick two apps from the same language or mix languages. Both choices are made inside the Vi Movies and TV app after you recharge.

Does the OTT access work on a smart TV?

The benefit is described as mobile only. That means the streaming access is meant for your phone, so check Vi’s terms before relying on it for a television.