Krafton India, the creators of the widely acclaimed game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), have forged a strategic partnership with JioCinema, India’s premier OTT platform, to bring the largest and official Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) to gaming enthusiasts through live streaming.

The thrilling live stream extravaganza commences with the final round of ‘The Grind’, scheduled from August 17 to 20.

Following this, the excitement continues with Round 1 of BGIS 2023, set to be streamed starting August 31. The grand culmination of the tournament, the Grand Finals, will unfold on JioCinema from October 12 to 14.

Fans can catch all the intense matches from 1 pm to 6 pm as per the schedule.

Regarded as one of the most significant battle royale Esports tournaments in India, BGIS is slated to witness more than 2,000 teams competing for a grand prize pool of INR 2 Crores, including an impressive 75 lakhs for the championship winner. In the previous year, Skylightz Gaming secured a triumphant 50 lakhs from the total prize pool of 1 crore.

The collaboration between KRAFTON India and JioCinema promises to mesmerize gaming enthusiasts across the nation, taking the gaming experience to new heights by reaching millions of viewers through JioCinema’s expansive platform. BGIS will provide both Hindi and English commentary for all preliminary matches, culminating in an exhilarating grand finale.

This unique partnership not only underscores the growing significance of Esports and online gaming in India but also aims to offer an immersive and engaging experience for fans, making the world of gaming accessible to a wider audience than never before. The synergy between KRAFTON India and JioCinema is poised to redefine the gaming landscape in the country and set new standards for interactive entertainment.

Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO, KRAFTON India expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating “We are thrilled to collaborate with JioCinema to bring the BGIS 2023 to our passionate fans in a way that has never been done before.

“JioCinema is a pioneer in bringing enthralling content to its viewers and we are confident that it is the perfect platform for BGIS to deliver an unforgettable tournament, elevating the Esports experience for millions of viewers. With this partnership, we hope to transform the consumption of Esports in the country and inspire the next generation of Esports champions.”

“Through BGIS we are committed towards providing a competitive platform for amateurs as well as professional gamers to showcase their talent and nurture their skills,” Sohn added

Speaking about the addition of Esports in their portfolio, Hursh Shrivastava, Head of Strategy, Partnerships & Acquisitions, Viacom18 Sports, said, “Esports has evolved beyond its niche origins and emerged as a mainstream experience, with a consistent surge in popularity. We are excited to deliver exhilarating experience to a broader audience across the country with BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES 2023. JioCinema remains steadfast to deliver diverse and engaging content to our viewers, and our partnership with KRAFTON India for BGIS 2023 exemplifies our commitment to staying ahead of the curve.”