On World Television Day, India’s national public broadcaster Prasar Bharati took a significant step into the digital streaming world with the launch of its new over-the-top (OTT) platform, Waves.

Sources told India Today that Waves was unveiled because there was a need for an OTT platform with “Indian DNA”.

Marketed as the “new wave of family entertainment”, Waves promises to cater to a wide audience with a wide range of multilingual content.

Except for a few major platforms, there is no charge to download the platform and view content.

Waves offers over 65 live channels, movies, interactive games, live events and even online shopping, positioning itself as a one-stop entertainment hub.

Available in 12 languages ​​including Hindi, English, Tamil, Marathi and Assamese, the platform is set to bring inclusive entertainment to a diverse audience, including rural areas, through BharatNet infrastructure.

Prasar Bharati CEO Gaurav Dwivedi said, “The public broadcaster needs to be present on all platforms as we have to provide information and content to our large nationwide audience.”

‘Fauji 2.0’, a modern adaptation of the iconic 1980s Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Fauji’, will be showcased on the stage.

Meanwhile, the new original show ‘Kakabhushundi Ramayan’ which started on DD National will also be available on Waves.

Main characteristics of waves

It will provide access to all the content including movies, live TV channels and special shows. The platform will have Ultra HD (1080p) streaming quality and can be streamed on up to four devices simultaneously.

It will also offer offline download, radio access and background play functionality along with a 10 percent discount on transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) services.

The platform is designed to provide a rich viewing experience for families with content spanning multiple genres and regional preferences.

how to download waves

To access Waves, users can download the app from the Google Play Store for Android devices or the Apple App Store for iOS devices. However, subscription payments must currently be made through the official website, Waves.pb, as the app does not support in-app purchases yet.

Membership Plans

Waves offers several subscription plans to suit different needs:

Platinum Plan – Price: Rs 999 per year

Features: Access to all platform content including live TV, movies and special shows. It supports up to 4 devices with Ultra HD (1080p) streaming, offline downloads, radio access, and background play. Users also enjoy 10 percent discount on TVOD services.

Diamond Plan – Price: Rs 350 per year, Rs 85 for three months, or Rs 30 per month

Features: Access to live channels, movies and on-demand content with HD (720p) streaming. It supports streaming on up to two devices with download, live TV and radio options.

Gold Plan – Price: Rs 350 per year, Rs 85 for three months, or Rs 30 per month

Features: Single-device access with SD (480p) streaming. Includes live TV and radio.

content offering

Waves offers access to over 65 live TV channels across a variety of genres including news, entertainment and regional programming, catering to diverse interests and needs.

With its comprehensive features and massive reach, Waves aims to reshape India’s digital entertainment landscape, delivering a tailored experience for every viewer.