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  • India Today Conclave 2024 Mumbai is Back on 25th- 26th September, 2024

    India Today Conclave 2024 Mumbai is Back on 25th- 26th September, 2024

    Mumbai: The India Today Conclave 2024 Mumbai will feature a rich tapestry of influential voices from various sectors, reflecting India’s ongoing evolution amidst global challenges. India has demonstrated remarkable resilience and leadership in the face of dynamic disruptions, emerging as a confident and assertive global player.

    Key distinguished speakers include Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways; Eknath Shinde, Chief Minister of Maharashtra; Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries; Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Ministers of Maharashtra; P. Chidambaram, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha; and Aaditya Thackeray, President of Yuva Sena.

    Other notable speakers are Sri M, a Spiritual Teacher, Social Reformer, Educationist, and Author; Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO, Indian Hotels Company Limited; Darshan Mehta, President & CEO, Reliance Brands Limited; Saif Ali Khan, Actor; Manu Bhaker, Olympic Bronze Medallist; Kiran Rao, Producer, Screenwriter, and Director; Richa Chadha, Actor and Producer; Triptii Dimri, Actor; and Navya Naveli Nanda, Entrepreneur, Women’s Rights Advocate, and Podcaster.

    Register & Book your seat here- https://subscriptions.intoday.in/conclave/registration?utm_source=PR

    This assembly of key figures from politics, business, sports and entertainment is poised to shed light on the future direction of India’s position on the global stage.

    The list of speakers:

    Nitin Gadkari I Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways

    Eknath Shinde I Chief Minister, Maharashtra

    Chirag Paswan I Union Minister of Food Processing Industries

    Devendra Fadnavis I Deputy Chief Minister, Maharashtra

    Ajit Pawar I Deputy Chief Minister, Maharashtra

    P Chidambaram I Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

    Sri M I Spiritual Teacher, Social Reformer, Educationist, Author

    Saif Ali Khan I    Actor

    Gaurav Gogoi    I Deputy Leader, Congress Parliamentary Party, Lok Sabha

    Supriya  Sule I Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), NCP—(Sharadchandra Pawar)

    Priyanka Chaturvedi I Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha; Deputy Leader, Shiv Sena

    Milind Deora I    Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha (Shiv Sena)

    Shambhavi Choudhary I Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), LJP

    Tanuj Punia I    Member of parliament (Lok Sabha), INC

    Sasikanth Senthil I Member of parliament (Lok Sabha), DMK

    Sanjna Jatav I Member of parliament (Lok Sabha), INC

    Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar    I Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Bharatiya Janata Party

    Sunil Ambekar I Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh, RSS

    Aaditya Thackeray I President, Yuva Sena

    Ashish Shelar I President, BJP Mumbai

    Dr Raj Ragoowansi I Plastic & Aesthetic Surgeon

    Radhika Gupta I MD & CEO, Edelweiss Mutual Fund

    Naresh Arora I Co-Founder, Design Boxed

    Robbin Sharma I Founder Director, Showtime Consulting

    Meeran Chadha Borwankar I Former Commissioner of Police Pune and Chief of Crime Branch Mumbai

    Prabha Chandra I Senior Professor of Psychiatry and Dean of Behavioral Sciences, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences

    Navneet Munot I  MD & CEO, HDFC Asset Management Company; Chairman, AMFI

    Manish Chokhani I Director, Enam Securities

    Puneet Chhatwal I MD & CEO, Indian Hotels Company Limited

    Darshan Mehta I President & CEO, Reliance Brands Limited

    Saurabh Kumar Sahu    I Managing Director & Lead – India Business, Accenture

    Savi Soin I President, Qualcomm India

    Rajendra Korde I President, Dharavi Redevelopment Samiti

    Rahul Shewale I Former Member of Parliament; Former Standing Committee Chairman, MCGM

    Manu Bhaker I Olympic Bronze Medallist

    Jaspal Rana I Asian Games Gold Medallist & Pistol Coach

    Avani Lekhara I Paralympic Medallist, Shooting

    Hokato Hotozhe Sema I Paralympic Medallist, Shot Put

    Navdeep Singh I Paralympic Medallist, Javelin

    Rakesh Chaurasia I Flute Maestro and Grammy Award Winner

    Kiran Rao I Producer, Screenwriter, Director

    Richa Chadha I Actor & Producer

    Guneet Monga I Producer

    Triptii Dimri I Actor

    Navya Naveli Nanda I    Entrepreneur, Women’s Rights Advocate, Podcaster

    Speakers: https://www.indiatoday.in/conclave-mumbai/2024/speakers
     

  • VIDAA adds Crunchyroll to its platform

    VIDAA adds Crunchyroll to its platform

    Mumbai:  VIDAA, the Smart TV operating system globally, announced today that it has added the Crunchyroll app to its platform in India as well as other markets, bringing the world’s largest dedicated anime streaming library to millions of users worldwide. This partnership marks a significant expansion of VIDAA’s content offerings, enhancing the viewing experience for anime fans across the globe.

    Crunchyroll, the global anime brand, is renowned for its vast streaming library, featuring over 25,000 hours of content across 50,000 episodes, including anime series, music videos, concerts, and films. With more than 1,400 unique titles and 50-60 new anime series each content season, Crunchyroll provides an unparalleled anime experience that will now be more accessible than ever through VIDAA-powered Smart TVs.

    “We’re thrilled to welcome Crunchyroll to the VIDAA platform,” said VIDAA CEO Guy Edri. “Our goal is to offer users the most diverse and comprehensive entertainment experience, and adding Crunchyroll’s extensive anime library is a huge step forward in that mission. We know how passionate anime fans are, and we are excited to provide them with direct access to their favourite content, right on their Smart TVs.”

    The Crunchyroll app will be available on all VIDAA-powered Smart TVs manufactured in 2020 and later, including brands such as Hisense, Toshiba, JVC, and Schneider. With more than 30 million connected TVs across over 400 brands, VIDAA offers an easy, fast, and secure way for users to enjoy top-tier global entertainment.

    This collaboration comes as anime continues to grow in popularity worldwide, with Crunchyroll leading the charge in the U.S. and beyond. In fact, 10 of the top 20 grossing anime movies of all time have been distributed by Crunchyroll, underscoring its role as a key driver in the anime industry. The Crunchyroll app, now available in over 200 countries and regions and localized in 12 languages, further cements VIDAA’s commitment to enhancing its global content offering.

    “Our partnership with Crunchyroll is a major milestone for VIDAA,” added Edri. “We are constantly looking for ways to improve the content available on our platform, particularly in regions like Latin America where we’ve seen substantial growth in recent years. Crunchyroll was high on our list of priorities, and we’re delighted to bring its rich library to our users.”

    With this new addition, VIDAA continues to strengthen its position as a premier Smart TV operating system, offering users a diverse range of entertainment options that cater to a global audience. Fans can start enjoying Crunchyroll’s vast anime library on their VIDAA-powered Smart TVs starting today.
     

  • Nippon TV unveils four new standout titles for MIPCOM

    Nippon TV unveils four new standout titles for MIPCOM

    Mumbai: Nippon TV, Japan’s multiplatform entertainment powerhouse, announced today the company will unveil four new formats at this year’s MIPCOM. The program lineup includes two new unscripted formats, Man or Mannequin? (60-120 min. eps.) and Unstoppable (60-120 min. eps.), as well as two new scripted formats Secret Makeover (60 min. eps.) and Going Home (60 min. eps.).

    “Man or Mannequin? and Unstoppable are both ambitious game shows that test the limits and imaginations of contestants through universally appealing formats,” commented  Nippon TV head of formats Tom Miyauchi.   “At Nippon TV, we pride ourselves in creating compelling game shows with a unique twist that are entertaining for global audiences. Man or Mannequin? is a game show format with a strong visual identity, a guessing game scaled to a new height and staged all around the city. Unstoppable is a conceptual game show in which the challengers never stop and always try to keep winning through a succession of simply irresistible games.   We are delighted to be offering these new unscripted formats that are sure to captivate viewers with its fun and innovative concepts.”

    “Secret Makeover and Going Home are scripted formats with stories about female protagonists who gather the courage to change the irrational world and face unsolved mysteries as well as personal burdens from the past,” commented Nippon TV head of scripting Sayako Aoki.   “As we have seen with our mega-hit formats Mother and Rebooting, there is an appetite for scripted formats with strong women at the helm of the story. It is our goal that our new formats will also resonate with audiences around the world while keeping them engaged with a fast-paced story packed with unexpected plot twists.”

  • Airtel Digital TV’s new plan offers Amazon Prime benefits to customers

    Airtel Digital TV’s new plan offers Amazon Prime benefits to customers

    Mumbai: Airtel Digital TV has joined hands with Amazon Prime to offer live TV and Prime Lite benefits as part of its new Ultimate and Amazon Prime Lite plan. Subscribers of the plan can enjoy unparalleled entertainment from Prime Video on 2 devices in HD quality, in addition to enjoying linear TV channels. Prime Lite subscription also includes other Prime benefits like free unlimited same-day delivery on over 10 Lakh products and next-day delivery on 40 Lakh products on Amazon, early access to sale events & Lightning Deals and 5 per cent cashback on purchases on Amazon.in with Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card.

    Bharti Airtel CEO- Airtel Digital TV Siddharth Sharma said, “The growing demand for mobile entertainment has prompted us to expand our TV offerings, providing customers with anytime, anywhere access. Our partnership with Amazon Prime enhances our content lineup, complementing our diverse range of home entertainment services. We are excited to offer customers an unparalleled experience, with prices starting as low as Rs 521 for the Hindi content. We are confident our users will maximise the value of this compelling deal.”

    “At Prime Video, we are constantly looking at ways to strengthen our distribution and take our much-loved movies and series to an even wider audience,” said Prime Video  India director & head – SVOD business Shilangi Mukherji. “The collaboration with Airtel Digital TV makes access to Prime Video’s full selection of content even more seamless while providing other shopping & shipping benefits of Prime Lite, like unlimited free ‘Same-day/Next-Day’ delivery across millions of products, early access to exclusive deals, and much more. The collaboration aims to make premium entertainment even more accessible to customers in India.”

    Plans at glance:

    Price

    Pack Name

    Duration (Days)

    Rs 521

    Hindi Ultimate & Amazon Prime Lite 1M

    		 30

    Rs 2288

    Hindi Ultimate & Amazon Prime Lite 6M

    180

    With this offer, Airtel also aims to refine home entertainment with unlimited access to 350+ TV channels, along with over-the-top (OTT) content available on Prime Video, to provide a holistic solution to the evolving entertainment needs of consumers.

    Subscribers can enjoy a seamless streaming experience with uninterrupted access to the full selection of Prime Video’s movies and series including highly popular Original series like Mirzapur, Panchayat, The Family Man, Dhootha, Inspector Rishi, blockbuster movies Tiger 3, Kantara, Maja Ma, Bawaal, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, and many more, along with international series and movies like Fallout, Citadel, The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, to name a few. 

  • Viacom18 revolutionises employee care with fun, inclusive perks program

    Viacom18 revolutionises employee care with fun, inclusive perks program

    Mumbai: Viacom18 is redefining workplace excellence by introducing Perks Against Mundanity, an innovative, game-inspired benefits program. Focused on creating an engaging and empowering environment, Viacom18 sets new benchmarks in employee care with over 40 perks spanning health, wellness, and diversity & inclusion (D&I). The company’s people-first approach ensures its workforce remains happy, motivated, and ready to thrive in the fast-paced media & entertainment world.  

    In this industry-leading move, Viacom18’s Perks Against Mundanity transforms traditional workplace perks into a fun and interactive experience. Employees can explore their benefits through a card game, designed specifically for the predominantly Gen-Z and Millennial workforce. Themed cards represent different offerings, making the process of discovering perks both engaging and reflective of the company’s vibrant culture.  

    Viacom18, chief human resources officer and people head, Smita Puranesh shared her excitement, “At Viacom18, we believe in creating a workplace that mirrors the same energy and creativity we bring to our content and technology. Our benefits are thoughtfully curated to reflect the needs of our diverse workforce, and we’ve made the experience of discovering these perks engaging and fun. By blending creativity with care, we ensure that our employees feel seen, valued, and most importantly, excited to be a part of our journey. An engaged employee naturally becomes a brand ambassador of the organisation, and that’s why our culture goes beyond just work—it’s about thriving together.”

    Perks Against Mundanity offers a wide range of benefits, including:  

    – Wellness on the House: In-house doctors, nutritionists, annual health checkups, and gym memberships.  

    – Be You Be Proud: Gender-affirming surgery assistance to support inclusivity.  

    – Parenting Perks: IVF insurance, adoption assistance, and “Baby Bootcamp” for new parents.  

    – Express Yourself (Permanently): A tattoo allowance to encourage individuality and self-expression.  

    – Breakup Brightener: Uplifting perks for colleagues going through tough times, showing empathy in action.  

    Other creative benefits include Tailwag Fund for pet care, Bad Day, Better Vibes with chocolate gifts and team-building activities, and special offers for plant enthusiasts through the Lord of The Urban Jungle initiative.  

    Viacom18’s Perks Against Mundanity blends creativity with care, turning every workday into an exciting and supportive experience. By pushing the boundaries of employee engagement, Viacom18 continues to create a workspace where both people and ideas can truly thrive.

  • 19th Tasveer Film Festival returns with a groundbreaking initiative

    19th Tasveer Film Festival returns with a groundbreaking initiative

    Mumbai: The highly anticipated 19th edition of the Tasveer Film Festival & Market (TFFM) is set to make history this 15-20 October 2024, at Seattle Center, marking a pivotal moment for South Asian cinema in North America. Not only does this year’s festival celebrate the vibrant storytelling of the region, but it also launches North America’s first-ever global film market dedicated to South Asian filmmakers. Running from October 15-17, the Tasveer Film Market (TFM) will feature the celebrated, award-winning filmmaker Deepa Mehta (Fire, Water) as the inaugural keynote speaker, setting the stage for an unmissable event.

    The Tasveer Film Market is a groundbreaking initiative designed to reshape financial and distribution models for South Asian filmmakers worldwide. With a focus on expanding the reach and fostering collaboration, the market will host events such as the Co-Production Market, Tasveer Film Fund pitches (supported by Netflix), industry panels, and networking sessions. These activities aim to empower creatives by connecting them with producing partners, distributors, and global platforms.

    The Tasveer Film Market will include keynotes by influential figures such as directors Deepa Mehta, and Pan Nalin (Last Film Show, Angry Indian Goddesses), and representatives from companies such as CAA, WME, Blumhouse, NBCU Launch, Amazon MGM Studios, Red Sea Film Foundation, and more.

    “As the first film market dedicated to the South Asian community, our mission is to build a groundbreaking platform where diverse voices can thrive and be heard,” said Rita Meher, Founder of the Tasveer Film Market and Co-Founder of the Tasveer Film Festival. “By carving out this space, we aim to empower underrepresented filmmakers, amplify South Asian stories, and foster global connections that will bring these narratives to the world stage.”

    Deepa Mehta added, “Tasveer Film Festival’s legacy and contribution to South Asian cinema is one for the history books. Launching the first South Asian film market on a global scale could not have come at a better time. I am honoured to inaugurate the Tasveer Film Market this year.”

    Meticulously curated projects, including Narrative, Documentary, and TV projects, all seeking producing partners, Minimum Guarantee (MG) deals, sales, and distribution will be showcased at the market. Tasveer’s flagship Tasveer Film Fund Short Film Pitches, supported by Netflix, will have finalists present their projects for a chance to secure a $25,000 grant, with a total of $75,000 available in funding.

    As the only Oscar®️ qualifying South Asian Film Festival in the world in the short film category, Tasveer has championed social change through the power of South Asian storytelling. This year’s Tasveer Film Festival (TFF), from 15-20 October 2024, is a testament to that commitment and will showcase 110 films including 36 world premieres, 28 North American premieres, 45 Seattle premieres, and 19 feature films from 15 countries (Bangladesh, Canada, France, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Denmark, Germany, India, United Kingdom, United States, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Portugal, and Sweden).

    91 short films are a part of the class of the 2024 edition with 35 world premieres, 22 North American premieres, and 33 Seattle premieres. Some of the impressive short films in the lineup are Yassa Khan’s Pink (World Premiere), Rippen Sindher’s Flight 182 (N. American Premiere), Tathagata Ghosh’s If (Seattle premiere), and more. 52 films of the 110 films showcased at the festival are by women, trans, and non-binary directors.

    This year the festival boasts of prolific jury members who will be in attendance such as Oscar-nominated filmmaker Shaunak Sen (All That Breathes), actor Omi Vaidya (3 Idiots) and director Geeta V. Patel (House of the Dragon).

    Some of the selected films that reflect the vision and filmmaking artistry of South Asian filmmakers and important issues from the subcontinent and diaspora are Payal Kapadia’s feature narrative debut, All We Imagine as Light – the 2024 Cannes Grand Prix winner, Iram Parveen Bilal’s social media true story, Wakhri, Nik Dodani’s LGBTQIA+ semi-autobiographical drama, Blue Boy, and more.

    The 19th edition of the Tasveer Film Festival will feature engaging fireside chats, post-film Q&As with filmmakers from around the world, and a remarkable lineup of industry talents.

    Film Festival Highlights:

    1. Opening Night Feature: Wakhri, Directed by Iram Parveen Bilal

    2. Centerpiece: The Umesh Chronicles, Directed by Puja Kaul

    3. Closing Night Feature: A Nice Indian Boy, Directed by Roshan Sethi

    4. Tasveer Emerald Spotlight: The Cannes Grand Prix 2024 winner – All We Imagine As Light, Directed by Payal Kapadia

    5. LGBTQIA+ Film: Blue Boy, Directed by Nik Dodani

    6. Documentary Short: Yatra, Directed by Hemal Trivedi and Matt Alesevich

    7. Mental Health: The Tides That Binds Us, Directed by Gavin Sea

    8. Local Focus: Last 30 Days, Directed by Vivek Roy

    9. Girl Power: Anuja, Directed by Adam J. Graves

    10. Music Focus: Too Beautiful: A Spaceman Story, Directed by Utkarsh Ambodkar & Alex Salsberg

  • Anastacia to perform at the Etihad Arena on 20 December

    Anastacia to perform at the Etihad Arena on 20 December

    Mumbai: The World Tennis League has announced the addition of American singer-songwriter Anastacia Lyn Newkirk to its lineup for the third season, scheduled to be held at the iconic Etihad Arena from 19 to 22 December 2024.

    The American pop diva will join legendary rock musician Bryan Adams, who is set to perform on the opening night of WTL 2024, creating a stellar lineup that will dazzle audiences on and off the court. She will take the stage on the second day (20 December) of the third edition of the World Tennis League.

    Anastacia, renowned for her powerful voice and chart-topping hits like ‘I’m Outta Love’, ‘Not That Kind’, ‘Freak of Nature’, ‘Paid My Dues’, and ‘One Day in Your Life’, have captivated millions worldwide. With over 30 million records sold globally, Anastacia has earned more than 225 awards across 31 countries and number one hits in 19 countries.

    She became the world’s best-selling new female pop artist at the 2001 World Music Awards. Having established itself as a premier event that combines elite tennis with electrifying musical performances, the World Tennis League season three is shaping up to be one of the biggest events of 2024.

    Concert ticket holders can upgrade their WTL experience by securing a discounted add-on Tennis ticket for the Tennis matches for the day.

    Tickets are available at etihadarena.ae

  • India TV expands reach on Samsung TV Plus

    India TV expands reach on Samsung TV Plus

    Mumbai: India TV group, in news broadcasting, has tied up with Samsung TV Plus India to expand its footprint in the rapidly growing Connected TV (CTV) space. As part of this collaboration, India TV Group’s Connected TV (CTV) exclusive channels India TV, India TV Speed News, India TV Aap Ki Adalat, and India TV Yoga are now accessible on the Samsung TV Plus platform. Viewers can now enjoy easy access to extensive high-quality content offerings ranging from news, current affairs, fitness and entertainment. This strategic move marks a significant step in India TV’s mission to broaden its audience by leveraging the expanding CTV market.

    “Our collaboration with Samsung TV Plus opens new and wider avenues for viewers. It is a stepping-stone towards delivering quality and diverse and rich content to the combined audience. We are optimistic that the coming together of India TV and Samsung TV Plus will redefine and improve the experience of online content consumption,” said  India TV chief strategy officer Amit Kumar Sinha.

    Samsung TV Plus is a free streaming service that comes pre-installed on Samsung Smart TVs, offering a wide range of channels, including news, sports, entertainment, and more, in select countries. In India, Samsung TV Plus gives viewers access to over 100 live TV channels and thousands of movies and shows, both live and on-demand.

    “Samsung TV Plus has been at the forefront of bringing high-quality content via FAST to our viewers. We remain steadfast in our commitment to provide content that our consumers find interesting and useful. The addition of the four new channels from the India TV group impresses upon our vision to deliver quality and diverse content,” said Samsung TV Plus India head of partnerships Kunal Mehta.

  • Batman Day 2024 celebrates DC’s Dark Knight with global fan activations

    Batman Day 2024 celebrates DC’s Dark Knight with global fan activations

    Mumbai: On 21 September 2024, fans worldwide will unite to celebrate Batman Day 2024, honouring one of the most iconic superheroes in history. Batman’s story of grit, determination, and intelligence, first introduced in Detective Comics #27 in 1939, continues to captivate generations. Warner Bros. Discovery and DC have organised an exciting lineup of activities, content, and exclusive products to make this year’s Batman Day unforgettable.

    Warner Bros. Discovery Networks

    Cartoon Network will broadcast special Batman-themed episodes of “Teen Titans Go!” on Batman Day to inspire a new generation of young fans across India.

    Batman Day Experiences

    Warner Bros. Discovery will light up the Bat Signal in cities worldwide, including Mumbai at WeWork Enam Sambhav, BKC as part of the Batman Day tradition. Fans in Rio de Janeiro, Guangzhou, London, São Paulo, Tokyo, and Milan will also witness this striking tribute to DC’s Dark Knight. Fans in India can join the celebrations online, with Discovery India, Animal Planet India, Cartoon Network India, and TLC India leading the charge across social media platforms.

    Batman Comic Books

    At participating comic book stores, fans can grab exclusive Batman titles, including *Joker: The World, an 184-page anthology featuring creative teams from 13 countries. Additionally, DC will release a special Batman Day Deluxe Edition of Batman: The Long Halloween and debut Batman: The Last Halloween, a tribute to artist Tim Sale.

    Batman Day Products

    Fans at home can preorder the Batman 85 Anniversary Collection, a 4K UHD set of 10 animated films, available from September 10. Spin Master will also release new Batman action figures and a replica Batmobile Tumbler RC. Additionally, Crocs will launch a limited-edition Batman-themed collection on September 16, complete with exclusive Batmobile Classic Clogs and Jibbitz™ charms.

    For more details on upcoming Batman Day 2024 activities, visit the official Batman hub at [dc.com/batman](https://www.dc.com/batman).

  • Outwrite launches as India’s first songwriter incubator

    Outwrite launches as India’s first songwriter incubator

    Mumbai: Outwrite, India’s first-of-its-kind incubator for songwriters has officially been launched, and aims to transform the landscape of the music industry. Founded in collaboration with the Grammy-nominated American songwriter and record producer, Savan Kotecha, talent management company, REPRESENT, helmed by Aayushman Sinha, and accomplished songwriter and A&R executive, Murtuza Gadiwala, Outwrite will bridge the gap between Indian and international music standards, offering local songwriters an unprecedented opportunity to cross over to the global stage.

    Savan Kotecha, celebrated for his chart-topping collaborations with global icons like The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and One Direction, brings a wealth of expertise to Outwrite. Having received several accolades in his career so far including an Oscar and Golden Globe nomination, Savan has co-written mega-hits such as ‘Can’t Feel My Face’ by The Weeknd, ‘Problem’ by Ariana Grande, and ‘What Makes You Beautiful’ by One Direction. Now, the prolific hitmaker is channelling his global experience into Outwrite along with REPRESENT, and betting upon a young set of ears to lead this venture that is poised to become a global hub for songwriters, producers, musicians, and engineers, offering end-to-end solutions for everything related to music creation and supervision.

    As a full-fledged music publishing and management entity, Outwrite’s mission is to create a global community that fosters diversity and innovation, delivering fresh, groundbreaking sounds. Led by Murtuza Gadiwala, a young and dynamic songwriter and A&R executive with a sharp ear for pop culture-focused music, the company will not only formalise and systemise song deals and publishing for its roster of exclusive artists, but also offer a wide array of services including music business education, end-to-end music project management, music curation and supervision, legal support, hosting songwriting camps, facilitating production of live sets by artists and branding among others.

    Talking about the launch of Outwrite, Savan Kotecha said, “Helping bring India’s incredible pool of songwriting talent to the world’s stage has become a lifelong passion of mine. For the majority of my over 20-year career, I was the only ‘Indian guy’ in the room. I’m eager to help change that. The songwriting and producing talent in India is unparalleled. Everything starts with a song, and Outwrite will provide these gifted creatives with the resources, guidance, and platform they need to succeed globally, while also raising the bar for music publishing standards in India. We aim to address persistent issues such as unfair payouts and splits, lack of proper credits, and limited knowledge of rights in India, ensuring that Indian songwriters and producers receive the recognition and compensation they deserve.”

    REPRESENT founder and CEO Aayushman Sinha shared, “Outwrite is born out of the necessity to empower the unseen heroes of the music world – those who craft the songs and sounds that define our lives. Our goal is to incubate talent, bridge gaps, and drive both financial and collaborative growth for the next generation of artists.”

    Murtuza Gadiwala added, “We’ve noticed a significant gap in the Indian music industry where many professionals, whether songwriters, producers, or managers, aren’t fully aware of how music publishing works or what they rightfully deserve. As a songwriter myself, I’ve seen firsthand how outdated this system can be. Outwrite was born from a desire to change this narrative. When I shared the idea with Aayushman, he immediately saw the potential, and with Savan’s expertise on board, we’re incredibly excited to take our writers to the global stage. Our mission is to ensure they receive everything they rightfully deserve and more.”

    Outwrite’s approach focuses on proper credit allocation, negotiation support, systematic song deals, and publishing for artists, allowing them to concentrate on making music. The company will also handle music creation, curation, and pitching for ads, films, and brand projects, facilitate financial and collaborative growth, and work with artists, managers, and labels to advocate for writers and producers.

    As India approaches significant global music and pop culture crossovers, Outwrite aims to impact the Indian music scene by bridging the global gap. With Savan Kotecha’s experience with international artists, Outwrite will offer Indian artists opportunities to collaborate with global artists and producers, elevating Indian music to reach global audiences.