MUMBAI: Gujarati cinema is about to get a double dose of firsts this Navratri. Movieverse Studios and Jojo Studios are joining forces to launch their debut Gujarati film: a wholesome family entertainer designed to tickle funny bones and tug heartstrings alike.
The collaboration is a milestone for both: Movieverse Studios, the mainstream content arm of IN10 Media Network, is stepping into Gujarati cinema for the first time, while Jojo Studios, the newly minted film arm of the country’s fastest-growing Gujarati OTT platform, is making its cinematic debut.
The film stars Raunaq Kamdar, Mitra Gadhvi and Shraddha Dangar, and is directed by Kilol Parmar. Promising a mix of humour, emotion and cultural relatability, it taps into the recipe that has driven Gujarati films to growing box office success, not just in Gujarat, but in neighbouring states as well.
IN10 Media Network, managing director, Aditya Pittie said, “Regional cinema is the growth frontier for Indian entertainment. Gujarati films are leading that wave with stories that resonate far beyond state borders. Our collaboration with JOJO Studios reflects both the market’s potential and our commitment to rooted yet widely appealing storytelling.”
Jojo Studios, founder, Dhruvin Shah added, “We are thrilled to partner with Movieverse Studios for our film debut. Gujarati cinema has evolved into a commercially robust and creatively exciting space, making this the right time to step into films.”
Movieverse Studios, ceo, Vivek Krishnani summed it up and said, “This project balances creative strength with audience demand. With Jojo app already a leading platform in Gujarat, we are confident this is the first of many films audiences will wholeheartedly enjoy.”
With regional cinema booming and family-driven narratives in demand, this Navratri release looks set to bring Gujarati culture, comedy and heart to screens nationwide.
MUMBAI: MovieVerse Studios, the mainstream content arm of IN10 Media Network, has struck a global alliance with Beacon Media to amplify voices from the Global South. The partnership seeks to create a borderless content ecosystem spanning Hollywood, India, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America—reaching more than three billion viewers.
In10 Media Network managing director Aditya Pittie called the tie-up a “meaningful collaboration” blending creativity, technology and scale. Manoj Narender Madnani, chairman of Beacon Media, framed it as “1+1=11 in action,” a shift from competition to collaboration backed by Indian industrialist Anand Mahindra and Pittie.
The alliance will roll out a slate spanning feature films, premium series and micro-series designed for digital-first platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. Vivek Krishnani, chief executive of MovieVerse Studios, said the Global South was “home to some of the most dynamic and culturally rich stories waiting to be told”.
Tapping into the deep cultural and financial ties between India, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the partnership will kick off with a Malayalam-language feature film and a slate of new movies. It will also adapt bestselling fiction by Dr Deepak Chopra for global screens, while investing in micro-series aimed squarely at next-generation audiences.
Beacon Media has appointed Manini Priyan, an author and screenwriter with cross-market credentials, as head of content. It is also allied with veteran Arab drama executive Fadi Ismail to deliver Arabic programming for digital-first audiences.
With Hollywood in flux and demand for diverse stories peaking, the venture positions itself as a bridge between emerging regions and global distribution. As Madnani put it: “This is not just about content. It’s about reshaping the global entertainment landscape.”
MUMBAI: MovieVerse Studios, the mainstream content arm of IN10 Media Network, has partnered with Beacon Media to launch a first-of-its-kind global content alliance aimed at amplifying narratives from the Global South. Targeting over 3 billion viewers, this collaboration is designed to connect emerging cultural powerhouses—spanning Hollywood, India, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America—through borderless storytelling.
IN10 Media Network managing director, Aditya Pittie said, “In today’s connected world, the future of storytelling depends on meaningful collaborations that bring together creativity, technology, and reach. This partnership encourages the industry to work more closely, fostering a diverse and inclusive content ecosystem that resonates with global audiences,”.
“We are entering an era where collaboration, not competition, is the key to success,” said Beacon Media chairman Manoj Narender Madnani. “This alliance is not just about creating content—it’s about reshaping the global entertainment landscape, ensuring that diverse stories reach audiences across all formats and are made accessible worldwide. It’s 1+1=11 in action—where strategic partnerships, such as this one with IN10 Media, backed by visionary entrepreneurs like Aditya Pittie and Anand Mahindra, multiply impact.”
The partnership will develop feature films, premium series, and bite-sized micro-series for platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. The alliance’s first slate includes a Malayalam-language feature film for global release, adaptations of Dr Deepak Chopra’s bestselling fiction, and a range of digital-first projects built for next-generation audiences.
MovieVerse Studios CEO Vivek Krishnani said, ‘’The Global South is home to some of the most dynamic and culturally rich stories waiting to be told. With this partnership, we are ensuring these culturally rooted narratives reach the global stage in the most impactful way possible. We are excited to develop content that resonates across geographies and platforms, whether it is through compelling cinematic storytelling or strategic digital-first initiatives.”
With Saudi Arabia and the UAE emerging as major investors in India’s entertainment and technology sectors, the partnership aims to deepen economic and creative collaboration between the regions.
To lead its ambitious slate, Beacon Media has named author and screenwriter Manini Priyan as head of content. The company also has a production alliance with Fadi Ismail, former director of drama at MBC Group, to create Arabic-language digital content at scale.
MUMBAI: Content knows no borders and neither do these storytellers. In a bold cinematic handshake that spans continents, Movieverse Studios, IN10 Media Network’s content arm has inked a global alliance with UAE-based Beacon Media to turbocharge stories from the Global South for a global audience of over three billion. The goal? A borderless entertainment ecosystem powered by co-creation and cultural exchange from India to Latin America, Africa to the Middle East.
“Our vision is global storytelling without fences,” said Movieverse Studios CEO Vivek Krishnani who promised a slate that embraces Malayalam feature films, micro-series for Instagram Reels and Tiktok, and even adaptations of Deepak Chopra’s bestselling fiction. “The Global South is bursting with stories that deserve a global stage and we’re building that bridge.”
This isn’t just lip service. Among the first projects are a Malayalam-language feature and a wave of digital-first series aimed at next-gen viewers, alongside a premium slate of films and web shows under active development. With this, IN10 is aiming not just for reach but resonance.
Beacon Media, helmed by chairman Manoj Narender Madnani, dubbed the alliance “1+1=11 in action,”a nod to how collaboration between legacy platforms and new-age players can create outsized impact. “This isn’t about competing,” he said. “It’s about multiplying reach and cultural capital.”
The collaboration leverages deepening cultural and investment ties between India, Saudi Arabia and the UAE countries fast becoming central to the global entertainment and tech conversation. It also ropes in big industry names: Beacon’s Arabic production arm works with Fadi Ismail, the former MBC Group drama director, while acclaimed writer Manini Priyan has been appointed head of content for Beacon’s original programming.
“This is about future-proof storytelling,” said IN10 Media Network MD Aditya Pittie. “We’re blending Hollywood-grade scale with deeply rooted Indian storytelling. This is not just an alliance, it’s a movement.”
With content categories ranging from short-form social storytelling to high-budget features, and formats ready to travel across languages and regions, the IN10-Beacon alliance is poised to become a game-changer in reshaping the global entertainment map from the Global South to screens worldwide.
MUMBAI: From 30-second ad epics to full-length cinematic spectacle Prasoon Pandey is finally making the leap, and it’s nothing short of mythic. Prasoon Pandey, one of the most celebrated names in Indian advertising, is stepping behind the camera for his feature film debut, a massy, contemporary mythological thriller backed by Movieverse Studios and Ellipsis Entertainment. Known globally for his award-winning commercials, Pandey now swaps storyboards for the silver screen, bringing with him decades of visual flair and narrative punch.
Written by Vaibhav Vishal, the yet-untitled film blends cultural depth with modern storytelling, and promises to push genre boundaries with its unique tone and scale.
“This isn’t just a directorial debut, it’s a long-overdue cinematic event,” said Movieverse owner IN10 Media Network MD Aditya Pittie. “We’ve waited for a story that matched Prasoon’s legendary vision. This one had him hooked and us too.”
Pandey, who has 17 Cannes Lions, Clio, and D&AD awards to his credit, is the first Asian to feature on Campaign Magazine’s 100 most influential advertising filmmakers list. “I wasn’t going to do a film just for the sake of it. This script hit differently,” he said. “It stayed with me, long after I’d read it. That’s when I knew this is the one.”
Movieverse Studios CEO Vivek Krishnani echoed the excitement: “We’re committed to cinematic storytelling that stirs the soul and stuns the eye. With Prasoon and Ellipsis on board, this film promises both.”
The film also marks another milestone for Ellipsis Entertainment, whose partners Tanuj Garg and Atul Kasbekar have a knack for scouting offbeat-yet-relatable stories. “Prasoon’s been a friend and a creative icon. It took us years and many scripts but we’re thrilled this is the one that finally got a yes,” said Kasbekar.
Comparisons with ad-filmmaker-turned-directors like Ram Madhvani and Suresh Triveni are inevitable, but Pandey’s visual grammar and storytelling signature remain in a league of their own.
Casting is currently underway, and the makers promise a stellar ensemble to match the story’s ambitious canvas.
For now, one thing is certain: when an ad legend like Prasoon Pandey steps into the world of cinema, the lines between art, mass appeal, and mythology are about to blur in the best possible way.
MUMBAI: DocuBay, the leading platform for premium documentaries and part of IN10 Media Network, has released the much-awaited powerful new original, Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, and streaming globally. Released on World Refugee Day on June 20, this gripping documentary pulls viewers straight into the heart of one of today’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. With urgent storytelling and unforgettable real-life accounts, the film is a must-watch for anyone seeking to understand the human cost of migration in Europe.
Filmed on the frontline island of Lampedusa, Gateway of Europe offers a raw, immersive lens into the journey of migrants risking everything for safety, and the communities caught in the tide of crisis. Through unfiltered visuals and deeply personal stories, it lays bare the choices, resilience, and realities that headlines often miss.
Streaming now only on DocuBay, Gateway of Europe is more than a documentary; it’s a powerful reminder of our shared humanity in turbulent times.
Aditya Pittie, Managing Director, IN10 Media Network, said At DocuBay, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire change, build empathy, and spark meaningful conversations. Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis brings a deeply human perspective to a global issue shedding light on the intertwined realities of migration, human rights, and policy. This documentary is a call to awareness and action, giving a platform to voices that are too often overlooked’’
Max Serio, Filmmaker & Director of Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, said:“ “My intent was to portray the human faces behind the migration crisis—people driven by hope, fear, and the pursuit of a better future. This film is an invitation to look beyond politics and borders, and truly understand their journey.”
Samar Khan, Chief Content Officer, DocuBay, said: “At DocuBay, we are committed to curating stories with purpose—ones that resonate across borders, spark reflection, and foster cross-cultural understanding. Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis encourages viewers to look deeper, beyond statistics and headlines, and confront the emotional and personal truths behind global migration. Documentaries like this can transform complex societal issues into powerful, intimate human experiences’’.
Now streaming exclusively on DocuBay, the full feature delivers a gripping and unfiltered portrayal of the migrant crisis through powerful visuals, deeply personal narratives, and a raw urgency that captures the scale and emotional weight of this global emergency. Watch it today!
About DocuBay
Headquartered in Mumbai, DocuBay is a global video-on-demand platform offering a curated collection of premium international documentaries. With a strong emphasis on factual storytelling, DocuBay showcases a wide variety of real-world content from across the globe. Available in more than 170 countries, the service is accessible via platforms such as the Apple App Store, Google Play, Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, and Samsung Smart TVs, with additional platforms on the horizon. Discover more at www.DocuBay.com.
About IN10 Media Network
IN10 Media Network is a dynamic media and entertainment group housing a diverse range of content-driven brands. With a foundation in creativity and a passion for storytelling, its portfolio spans television, digital, production, and more—including EPIC, ShowBox, Filamchi Bhojpuri, Gubbare, Ishara, Nazara, EPIC ON, DocuBay, MovieVerse Studios, Juggernaut Productions, and Let’s Get LOUDER. Guided by founder and entrepreneur Aditya Pittie, IN10 Media is committed to developing innovative media ventures and premium content across formats. Learn more at www.in10media.com.
About Picasso Film
Picasso Film, established in 2008 and headquartered in Prague, is a globally recognized independent production company known for its high-quality documentary storytelling. The studio specializes in factual series across genres such as history, current events, true crime, science, and nature. With over 50 acclaimed titles to its name, Picasso Film’s work is regularly featured on top-tier platforms like National Geographic, Netflix, Discovery Channel, Curiosity Stream, and RTL.
MUMBAI: DocuBay, the leading platform for premium documentaries and part of IN10 Media Network, has released the much-awaited trailer of its next original, Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis. Gripping audiences with its unflinching portrayal of one of the most urgent humanitarian challenges of our time, the official trailer was unveiled on June 15, offering a haunting preview of the journey ahead. The full documentary premieres on June 20, powerfully aligning with World Refugee Day.
This intense trailer plunges viewers into the raw, emotional, and geopolitical epicentre of the crisis—set on the island of Lampedusa, the frontline of Europe’s migrant emergency. Through stark visuals and searing personal stories, it reveals the harrowing human struggles unfolding at this critical gateway, demanding attention, empathy, and urgent reflection.
Directed with urgency and compassion, Gateway of Europe brings viewers face-to- face with the brutal realities faced by migrants, the resilience of local communities, and the impossible choices made by officials navigating a crisis that defies borders.
As the world continues to grapple with the consequences of displacement, conflict, and migration, the documentary shines a light on lives caught in the crosshairs— offering not just perspective, but a powerful call for empathy and awareness.
Aditya Pittie, Managing Director, IN10 Media Network, said At DocuBay, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire change, build empathy, and spark meaningful conversations. Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis brings a deeply human perspective to a global issue shedding light on the intertwined realities of migration, human rights, and policy. This documentary is a call to awareness and action, giving a platform to voices that are too often overlooked’’
Max Serio, Filmmaker & Director of Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, said:“ “My intent was to portray the human faces behind the migration crisis—people driven by hope, fear, and the pursuit of a better future. This film is an invitation to look beyond politics and borders, and truly understand their journey.” .
Samar Khan, Chief Content Officer, DocuBay, said: “At DocuBay, we are committed to curating stories with purpose—ones that resonate across borders, spark reflection, and foster cross-cultural understanding. Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis encourages viewers to look deeper, beyond statistics and headlines, and confront the emotional and personal truths behind global migration. Documentaries like this can transform complex societal issues into powerful, intimate human experiences’’.
The trailer is out now, while the full feature premieres June 20 exclusively on DocuBay. Delivering a powerful glimpse of the film’s tone and emotional depth, the trailer showcases striking visuals and revealing insights that highlight the urgency of the crisis, drawing viewers into its profound gravity and emotional impact.
Watch the trailer:
About DocuBay
DocuBay,based in Mumbai, is a global subscription-based VOD platform dedicated to streaming premium international documentaries. Focusing on factual entertainment, the service provides a diverse range of content from around the world. Available in over 170 countries, DocuBay can be accessed on platforms like the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, and Samsung TVs, with more platforms coming soon.
IN10 Media Network is the parent company of a wide array of businesses within the media and entertainment sector. With deep roots in the creative community and a longstanding commitment to high-quality content, its portfolio includes brands such as EPIC, ShowBox, Filamchi Bhojpuri, Gubbare, Ishara, Nazara, EPIC ON, DocuBay, MovieVerse Studios, Juggernaut Productions, and Let’s Get LOUDER. These companies span every facet of the content lifecycle across various platforms.
Led by entrepreneur Aditya Pittie, IN10 Media Network is dedicated to building world- class brands. For more information, visit www.in10media.com.
About Picasso Film
Founded in 2008 and based in Prague, Picasso Film is an independent, full-service global production studio known for its creative excellence. Specialising in documentary series across genres like history, current affairs, crime, science, and wildlife, Picasso Film has created over 50 compelling unscripted series. Their work is broadcast worldwide by leading platforms and networks like National Geographic, Netflix, Discovery Channel, Curiosity Stream, and RTL, among others.
MUMBAI: DocuBay is casting a powerful spotlight on one of the world’s most urgent humanitarian crises with its upcoming original, Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, premiering 20 June to mark World Refugee Day.
Set on the Italian island of Lampedusa – the perilous frontline of Europe’s migration story – the documentary captures the raw, unfiltered stories of those who risk everything to escape war, poverty and persecution. Through intimate interviews with migrants, locals, and rescue workers, the film traces a harrowing route paved with hope, heartbreak and hard questions.
Produced by IN10 Media Network’s premium documentary arm, the film peels back the headlines to reveal the human cost and quiet heroism behind one of the 21st century’s defining struggles. From overcrowded boats to overburdened border patrols, Gateway of Europe pulls no punches in exploring the emotional and political complexities that continue to rock the continent.
IN10 Media Network managing director Aditya Pittie said, “At DocuBay, we believe storytelling has the power to foster change, empathy and drive meaningful conversations. “Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis brings to life the human dimension of a geopolitical challenge that involves migration, human rights, and policy that affects millions globally. This documentary is a call to awareness and action, highlighting voices that are often unheard.”
Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, filmmaker & director Max Serio said, “My goal was to capture the human faces behind the migration crisis, for which people are driven by hope, fear, and the search for a better life. This film is an invitation to understand their journey beyond borders and politics.”
DocuBay chief content officer Samar Khan said, “At DocuBay, we remain committed to curating purpose-driven content that resonates universally, provokes thought, and builds bridges across cultures. With Gateway of Europe – The Migrant Crisis, we encourage viewers to look past the surface and confront the emotional depth and personal struggles behind the global migration conversation. Documentary like this has the power to go beyond numbers and headlines, transforming complex societal issues into intimate, human experiences.”
As the debate over borders intensifies, DocuBay invites viewers to look beyond the statistics and confront the human stories that rarely make the evening news.
MUMBAI: Two’s company, but IN10 Media Network is making it a power duo. In a move straight out of a well-scripted plot twist, the network has handed expanded mandates to two of its leading men Samar Khan and Sourjya Mohanty across its digital platforms Docubay and Epic On.
Khan, best known for helming Juggernaut Productions, will now don the hat of chief content officer for both platforms. His new gig sees him leading the content charge, shaping the creative direction, and fine-tuning the storytelling voices of the documentary-led DocuBay and the fiction-forward Epic On. Call it a genre-spanning role with a tight narrative brief.
On the operations front, Mohanty, already the COO at Epic On, will now extend his oversight to Docubay as well becoming the double-barrelled COO tasked with keeping the business engine running smoothly across both arms of the network.
Speaking on the leadership elevation, IN10 Media Network managing director Aditya Pittie said, “Samar and Sourjya’s expanded roles reflect the confidence we have in their leadership and vision. In today’s rapidly evolving ecosystem, success lies at the intersection of strong content and sound strategy. At IN10 Media Network, we are committed to building a future-ready digital content business, one that is driven as the premium destination of documentaries and other is for the fictional storytelling excellence. This leadership realignment is a key step in advancing that mission and solidifying our position in the digital media landscape.”
The twin elevation is part of IN10’s broader vision to create a more seamless and strategic content ecosystem. By syncing operations and storytelling, the media group hopes to strengthen both platforms’ positioning as go-to destinations for bold, relevant, and globally resonant content.
MUMBAI: If Bhojpuri item songs are the life of every desi party, why stop at the dance floor?
The same language that fuels our inebriated bhangra sessions now takes a glamorous leap to the silver screen.
Filamchi Bhojpuri, the beloved channel that keeps Bhojpuri cinema lovers hooked, is all set to make its debut in film production with Saas Kamaal Bahu Dhamaal. Starring none other than the reigning queen of Bhojpuri cinema, Amrapali Dubey, this blockbuster-in-waiting promises drama, dhamaal, and that irresistible Bhojpuri masala.
Mark your calendars for 21 December 2024, 5 pm, because the magic unfolds exclusively on Filamchi Bhojpuri!
The star-studded cast includes Vidya Singh, Manoj Bhattacharya, Lado Madhesia, Jay Yadav, and Jyoti Mishra, all delivering stellar performances. Blending humour and drama, the movie explores familial relationships while offering an entertaining and thought-provoking narrative.
Speaking about the project, Dubey shared, “Saas Kamaal Bahu Dhamaal is an engaging narrative that delves into the intricacies of familial relationships while blending humour and drama. It’s a story that entertains and educates, offering viewers an emotional and thought-provoking experience.”
IN10 Media Network MD, Aditya Pittie emphasised Filamchi Bhojpuri’s commitment to its audience, “Filamchi has always been dedicated to celebrating Bhojpuri cinema and its cultural vibrancy. With this step into original film production, we aim to deepen our connection with our audience in Bihar, Jharkhand, and beyond. Our first production, Saas Kamaal Bahu Dhamaal, underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, relatable, and impactful storytelling. This is just the beginning, as we plan to bring many more such stories to life that resonate with our viewers.”
With its engaging screenplay, memorable music, and outstanding performances, Saas Kamaal Bahu Dhamaal promises to redefine Bhojpuri cinema, making it a perfect choice for family viewing. The film blends comedy, drama, and heartfelt moments, ensuring a delightful and resonant experience for its audience.
