WAVES OTT Goes Global: Prasar Bharati Eyes Revenue Growth with 80 Lakh Downloads
India’s public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, is aggressively scaling its digital footprint as its signature streaming platform, WAVES OTT, enters a high-growth phase.
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Danish Khan to Step Down as Sony LIV and Studio NXT Head After a Decade of Transformation
In a major leadership transition within the Indian media and entertainment sector, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has announced that Danish Khan, Business Head of Sony LIV and Studio NXT, will be stepping down from his role.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas to Kick Off ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ Season 4 on Netflix
The much-anticipated fourth season of Kapil Sharma’s comedy-talk show, ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’, is set for a grand premiere on Netflix on December 20, at 8 pm, and Bollywood global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been confirmed as the first celebrity guest.
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Crosses ₹550 Crore Worldwide in 10 Days
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh’ s espionage drama, ‘Dhurandhar’, has established itself as a monumental box office force, storming past the ₹550 crore mark at the global box office within just 10 days of its release.
Netflix Reaffirms $72 Billion Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Assets
Netflix has publicly reasserted its commitment to acquiring assets from Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), despite a hostile, higher-value bid launched by Paramount Skydance.
Warner Music India Appoints Ashok Parwani as Head of Music for South India
Warner Music India has significantly strengthened its leadership team and affirmed its focus on regional expansion by announcing the appointment of Ashok Parwani as the new Head of Music for South Indian Markets.
Prime Video Premieres Maddock Horror-Comedy ‘Thamma’ Globally Today
Prime Video has announced the exclusive global streaming premiere of Maddock Films’ supernatural horror-comedy, ‘Thamma’.
Dharma Productions Relaunches Talent Arm as DCAA After Cornerstone Buyout
In a major strategic move within India’s entertainment ecosystem, Dharma Productions has fully acquired Cornerstone’s stake in their joint talent management venture.
India’s Interactive Media Boom: $3.4 Billion by FY30, Micro-Dramas Lead Shift from Passive Viewing
India’s digital entertainment landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift, with interactive media rapidly emerging as the fastest-growing segment, according to a pivotal report by Redseer Strategy Consultants.
Shweta Tripathi to Produce First Horror Film ‘Nava’
Actor-producer Shweta Tripathi is expanding her creative spectrum by announcing her first horror film, ‘Nava’, under her banner Bandarful Films, in collaboration with Kowatanda Films India.
Ramesh Sippy Announces Original ‘Sholay’ Ending for Re-release at IFFI
Filmmaker Ramesh Sippy, the creator of the iconic Hindi film ‘Sholay’, captivated audiences at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) with a nostalgic ‘In-Conversation’ session that celebrated the film’s 50-year legacy.
Telcos Seek DPDP Rule Harmonization and Age Verification Exemptions
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing major telecom operators like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, has urged the government to review and harmonize sector-specific regulations with the new Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) framework.
WPL Secures ₹48 Crore Sponsorship with ChatGPT, Kingfisher, and Bisleri
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a major commercial expansion for the TATA Women’s Premier League (WPL), confirming new partnership deals worth ₹48 crore for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
IFFI OTT Jury: Streaming Liberates Indian Stories from Formula
The jury of the Indian Panorama Web Series (OTT) section at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) declared that streaming platforms are not only liberating stories from the confines of formula but are profoundly reshaping India’s creative culture.
Aamir Khan Headlines IFFI Fireside Chat, Announces Full Return to Acting
Aamir Khan brought the penultimate evening of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) alive, headlining the final Fireside Chat titled ‘The Narrative Architect of Social Transformation and Inclusivity’ in a packed Kala Academy auditorium.
WAVES Film Bazaar Closes IFFI 2025 with ₹1050 Cr in Business Leads
WAVES Film Bazaar 2025, held alongside the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, concluded successfully, reaffirming India’s rising global position as a hub for film production, collaboration, and market expansion.
SC Directs MIB to Draft Pre-Screening Rules for Social Media Uploads
The Supreme Court (SC) of India has directed the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to prepare a draft mechanism for the pre-screening of user-generated content before it is uploaded on social media platforms.
‘Future Female Forward’ Delhi Chapter Calls for Urgent Structural Gender Reform
The New Delhi edition of CNBC-TV18’s ‘Future. Female. ’ Season 3 brought together a powerful mix of leaders, policymakers, and industry CXOs to push for measurable, systemic gender reform in India’s economic and leadership spaces.
ZEE5 Drops Trailer for Family Supernatural Comedy ‘Gharwali Pedwali’
ZEE5 has unveiled the trailer for its quirky supernatural family comedy, ‘Gharwali Pedwali’, marking the first-ever &TV production to premiere directly on the platform.
Ajay Mehta Steps Down as Head of Content at WPP Media
Ajay Mehta, a key architect of branded content and creative services, has resigned from WPP Media after more than eleven years with the network.
Tata Play Binge Consolidates November’s Biggest OTT Premieres
Tata Play Binge has positioned November as one of its strongest content months, bringing together the month’s most anticipated premieres, including global blockbusters, major Indian thrillers, and…
Balaji Astro Guide App Hits 2.5 Lakh Downloads in 24 Hours
Balaji Telefilms Ltd. 5 lakh downloads within just 24 hours of launch.
IFP Season 15 Spotlights Shefali Shah, Richa Chadha, Ananya Panday, and Music Icons
IFP Season 15 (Indian Film Project) is set to take over Mumbai’s Mehboob Studios on November 29 and 30, bringing together a dynamic lineup of India’s top creators and cultural innovators.
Grammy-Nominated Acyuta Gopi to Headline IFFI Closing Ceremony
Grammy-nominated devotional singer Acyuta Gopi will headline the cultural programme at the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on Friday, November 28.
CNN-News18 to Host Indian of the Year Awards on November 28
CNN-News18 is set to host the 15th edition of its flagship ‘Indian of the Year Awards’ on November 28, beginning at 6 pm.
VFX Maestro Pete Draper Lights Up IFFI with Blockbuster Masterclass
VFX alchemist Pete Draper, known for his work on cinematic giants like ‘Baahubali’, ‘RRR’, and ‘Eega’, delivered an electrifying masterclass titled ‘The Complete VFX Production Magnanimity’ at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025.
IN10 Media Network Rebrands as ‘The EPIC Company’ to Become Storytelling Powerhouse
IN10 Media Network has officially rebranded as ‘The EPIC Company’, marking a significant shift in its decade-long journey to become a future-ready, content-creation powerhouse.
Amazon MX Player Unveils Teaser for ‘Aukaat Ke Bahar’ Starring Elvish Yadav
Amazon MX Player has released the teaser for its upcoming raw youth drama, ‘Aukaat Ke Bahar’, which marks the acting debut of viral digital creator and Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner, Elvish Yadav.
Rohit Sharma Named ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Ambassador
India’s former captain, Rohit Sharma, has been appointed the tournament ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, 2026.
TV Today Network to Sell FM Radio Business to Abhijit Realtors for ₹10 Cr
V. Today Network Ltd. has formally commenced its exit from the FM radio business, with its Special Committee of Directors approving the sale of its entire radio operation to Abhijit Realtors and Infraventures Private Limited.
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