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Astro GO / sooka

Malaysia's leading domestic streaming platforms, offering local content, sports and live TV alongside international shows.

What it helps with

Watching football and badmintonLive sports.
Malaysian dramasLocal content.
TV on the phoneLive channels.

About Astro GO / sooka

Astro GO and sooka are streaming platforms from Astro, Malaysia's dominant broadcasting group, offering live TV channels, Malaysian content and sports alongside licensed international programming, with sooka positioned as the free-to-access tier.

Key Features

Live TV Channels: Access to Astro's full range of live TV channels including news, sports and entertainment.
Malaysian Content Focus: Strong library of local dramas, films and original productions in Malay and other local languages.
Sports Coverage: Live and on-demand coverage of major sporting events popular in Malaysia.
Free and Paid Tiers: sooka offers free ad-supported access, while Astro GO covers the full paid subscription package.

How to Get Started

Download the Astro GO or sooka app depending on whether you have an existing Astro subscription.
Sign in with your Astro account (for Astro GO) or create a free account (for sooka).
Browse live channels or on-demand content across Malaysian and international programming.
Complete payment if upgrading to full Astro GO access for premium content.

Before you use it

Limits: Many local shows have no English subtitles.
Payment: Premium sports on sooka are sold as separate passes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Astro GO / sooka work with a foreign bank card in Malaysia?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Astro GO / sooka available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Astro GO / sooka?: No, an international phone number generally works for Astro GO / sooka.
Do I need local ID or residency for Astro GO / sooka?: No, Astro GO / sooka doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Astro GO / sooka?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Astro GO / sooka cost?: sooka free with ads; paid packs; Astro GO included with Astro TV