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  • Creativeland Studios Onboards Industry Luminary Shobha Sant as CEO

    Creativeland Studios Onboards Industry Luminary Shobha Sant as CEO

    Mumbai: Creativeland Studios, led by creative entrepreneur Sajan Raj Kurup announced today via an official statement that Indian film industry luminary, Shobha Sant is set to lead the entertainment enterprise as it’s a chief executive officer.

    With over three decades of experience, Shobha joins Creativeland Studios following her long stint as the Head of content alliances – Films at Jio Studios, a major film studio and prior to which she also served as CEO at Bhansali Productions for over five years.

    “I am delighted to have Shobha onboard at Creativeland Studios. With her vast experience and knowledge across films and creative industries globally, we are certain that this alignment of minds will only prove to create new benchmarks. Creativeland Studios is geared towards championing great content and talent, taking India to the world and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better to lead this. We are excited about our slate and the global curators who have joined hands on this common mission” said Sajan Raj Kurup, Founder & Managing Director, Creativeland Studios.

    In her role as CEO, Shobha is set to lead the creative business across the filmed entertainment space which forms a major part of the enterprise and the talent business of AIG-India, the joint venture between Creativeland Studios and Artist International Global

    “I am looking forward to this new chapter with Raj, Jani, Alpa, Jaimie and the extended team at Creativeland Studios in India and Creators Inc. London to build what we believe will be a new-age entertainment ecosystem that focuses on quality content across formats and world-class talent, geared at taking India to the world and bringing the best of world-class talent and content to India,” said Creativeland Studios chief executive officer Shobha Sant.

    Shobha Sant is set to work alongside the Founder & MD, Sajan Raj Kurup and Alpa Golcha who serves as Chief Operating Officer post her stint at Amazon Prime Video India and Dharma Productions.

    Creativeland Studios also recently announced an AIG-India JV with David Unger, to promote Indian talent globally.

    Creativeland Studios (CLS) is a group company of Creativeland Worldwide Limited that is geared to curate and create compelling travelable narratives from India to bring them to the world. With the vision to incubate, create and collaborate, the best of content and talents; the enterprise is focused on taking India to the world and through, be it content or talent.

    Additionally, CLS’s Joint venture with AIG is also geared to represent Indian talent internationally and foster collaborations for international talents in the country. In addition to building a robust slate of content, Creators Inc co-produced the much talked about documentary ‘The Commandant’s Shadow’ directed by Daniela Volker, where Sajan Raj Kurup served as an Executive Producer which is currently playing in theatres across the USA, following acquired by Warner Bros and HBO. Creativeland Studios also produced “No Filter Neha Season 6” in partnership with Jio TV, bringing it to video format.

  • Artist International group & Creativeland Studios create joint venture in India

    Artist International group & Creativeland Studios create joint venture in India

    Mumbai: In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionise the Indian entertainment industry, Artist International Group (AIG), led by industry veteran David Unger, and Creativeland Studios, spearheaded by renowned creative entrepreneur Sajan Raj Kurup, have announced the formation of a joint venture, bringing AIG to India. This strategic partnership aims to merge AIG’s global expertise with India’s burgeoning creative talent, fostering a new era of creativity and cultural exchange.

    The new talent and production company, AIG India, is set to focus on identifying, nurturing, and promoting Indian talent across various artistic disciplines, both in India and globally. By leveraging AIG’s extensive network and Hollywood know-how, combined with Creativeland Studio’s deep understanding of the Indian market and creative landscape, the collaboration aims to create a robust platform that supports Indian artists in reaching international audiences and achieving global recognition, while also orchestrating collaborations for international talent in the Indian subcontinent.

    Calling the partnership a game-changing move for the Indian creative industry, Creativeland Studios founder Sajan Raj Kurup said “I am a firm believer that content and talent are geography agnostic. Partnering with David and launching AIG India allows us to extend our creative horizons and provide our talent with the global exposure they deserve and vice versa. This joint venture is a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of creativity and fostering a vibrant cultural exchange. Especially now more than ever, with Indian talent proving its mettle on the international stage.”

    “We are thrilled to embark on this journey with Raj and Creativeland Studios. India is a treasure trove of talent with a third of the content coming from India. Through this joint venture, we aim to unlock new avenues for Indian artists to showcase their work globally. We hope to bring Hollywood and global talents to India, fostering true collaborations. I am confident that our united strengths will provide unparalleled opportunities and spearhead the next wave of cultural innovation in India and globally, ” said David Unger, CEO of Artist International Group. This joint venture is set not only to elevate Indian talent but also represent international and Hollywood talent in the Indian subcontinent, enriching the global entertainment industry with fresh, innovative perspectives.

    AIG International boasts an impressive roster of artists, including Michelle Yeoh, Anil Kapoor, Fan Bingbing, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and Gong Li among others. With this partnership, AIG India is also set to announce a strong Indian talent roster.

  • Sajan Raj Kurup joins The Commandant’s Shadow as executive producer

    Sajan Raj Kurup joins The Commandant’s Shadow as executive producer

    Mumbai: While India makes waves at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival, it was announced on Friday (26 April 2024) in a statement by Warner Bros. Pictures and Fathom Events that Daniela Völker’s much-talked-about documentary The Commandant’s Shadow is set to release in 500 theatres across the U.S. on May 29, 2024, with an encore presentation the following day.

    A little-known fact is that this hard-hitting documentary also boasts a strong Indian connection, with noted creative head and entrepreneur Sajan Raj Kurup serving as Executive producer on the documentary film.

    Speaking about this Kurup said, “It is a proud moment for us at Creators Inc. and Creativeland Studios to be able to back The Commandant’s Shadow, a story that deserves telling, and we are happy to see it reach a wide audience with its upcoming release in the US.”

    “For me personally, I am happy that the dream I set out to achieve, to back content that builds legacy, is one step closer. I am positive this will be the first of many such landmarks from Creators Inc. and Creativeland Studios” he added.

    The Commandant’s Shadow follows Hans Jürgen Höss, son of Auschwitz’s Commandant Rudolf Höss, confronting his father’s terrible legacy for the first time and as he is introduced to Anita Lasker-Wallfisch, a Jewish survivor of the camp. Their historic meeting, eight decades later, in Anita’s London living room, alongside their children Kai Höss and Maya Lasker-Wallfisch, delves into their very different hereditary burdens and raises questions about love, guilt, and forgiveness. This feature-length documentary explores the trans-generational impact of war crimes, yet ultimately offers a story of hope, acceptance, and compassion.

    The documentary film is written, produced and directed by Daniela Völker and produced by Gloria Abramoff, with Wendy Robbins, Neil Blair, Jonathan Blair, Matti Leshem, Joel Greenberg, Len Blavatnik, Danny Cohen, Sajan Raj Kurup, Jani Guest and Jamie Jessop serving as executive producers. Völker’s creative team includes directors of photography Rob Goldie and Piotr Trela, editor Claire Guillon, and music composer Gabriel Chwojnik.

    Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with HBO Documentary Films, A Snowstorm Productions / Creators Inc. Production, In Association with New Mandate Films, A Film By Daniela Völker, “The Commandant’s Shadow.” It will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, and is rated PG-13 for thematic content involving the Holocaust, some disturbing images, and smoking.