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Overall, Disney+’s subscriber base now stands at approximately 146.1 million globally, reflecting a 7.4% decline over the previous quarter. While some have pointed out gains in particular international markets like India—possibly driven by deals such as the Hotstar acquisition—these gains are dwarfed by the net loss of nearly 12 million subscribers worldwide.
This sharp decline raises questions about Disney’s strategy, especially as some of their international subscriber gains might have been artificially inflated. For example, the company’s deal with Hotstar and the inclusion of popular quiz shows in India may have temporarily boosted numbers but didn’t prevent the overall downward trend.