NEW YORK: Yiota Pagoulatos has been appointed director of communications and partnerships at the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the body that runs the International Emmy Awards. She took up the role in New York this month.
The move caps eight years running Pink Orchid International, her boutique consultancy advising global media and entertainment firms on executive messaging, thought leadership and visibility. Her clients ranged from China’s CCTV and India’s DocuBay to Korea’s Something Special and the Mongolian National Film Council. She also fronted campaigns and partnerships at global markets including Mipcom Cannes, Banff, ATF Singapore and the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film.
Earlier, Pagoulatos spent nine years at Reed Midem, rising from coordinator to sales director. She handled sponsorships and content launches for clients including Lionsgate, DreamWorks, MGM, Miramax and Starz, managing multimillion-euro accounts and delivering high-profile premieres such as Power and The Book of Negroes.
Her new brief at the Academy brings her back to the heart of international television, with a focus on growing the Emmys’ global partnerships and communications footprint.
MUMBAI: The 9th edition of The Content Hub Summit 2025 may as well have been titled “Adapt or Fade,” as India’s media elite gathered to discuss the changing face and format of storytelling. The consensus? You’re no longer making content for a single screen. You’re building cross-platform universes.
Chaired by Sukesh Motwani, director at Bodhitree Multimedia, the session pulsed with the urgency of a business hurtling through change. It became clear: the future is platform-agnostic, monetisation-hungry, and format-fluid.
Motwani set the tone early: “Fiction’s no longer just about arcs and actors. It’s about vertical shots for Reels, character intros for Shorts, and scenes that snap into memes.” Even directors are now briefed to film key plot points in portrait mode. The narrative may stretch to 90 minutes, but it better look good in 9 seconds too.
Samar Khan, CEO at Juggernaut Productions and chief content officer at DocuBay and EPIC ON, summed it up: “We told a true story as a doc. Platforms bought it as fiction. Now we’re cutting Shorts from it too.” His teams are also repurposing old documentaries into audio formats ideal for the podcasting boom.
Meanwhile, Sunil Chainani, business head of movies at Applause Entertainment, still sees value in a “theatrical first” approach for big releases, but admits the exploitation game has changed. “The music, the score, even classic dialogues, they’re all mini verticals in themselves.”
Veteran producer Kailash Adhikari pointed out that three-decade-old shows from the family vault are still monetising now as memes, clips, and podcast fodder. “YouTube, Facebook, Shorts… legacy content’s like gold dust if you know how to pan for it,” he said. Even policy podcasts, once considered too niche, are finding new life as snackable content with high-value backers.
Hemal A Thakkar of Mariegold Studio spoke about the gaming crossovers for shows like OMG2, predicting a future where Shiva might be both screen hero and playable avatar. “It’s not just shows. We’re building IPs—franchises that stretch into games, VR, and who knows, maybe AI-generated spin-offs.”
Some were sceptical about the vertical video craze. “I’m just doing what everyone’s doing,” Khan admitted. “I don’t know if it’ll last.” But others believe it’s here to stay, especially in genres like horror, where the claustrophobic frame intensifies the scare factor.
A Russian filmmaker’s war epic shot entirely in vertical format was cited as a radical experiment that could become a norm in bite-sized streaming. And songs? Already stylised like Instagram Stories.
The phrase of the day was “multi-screen”, but not just in the literal sense. It’s about thinking across devices, genres, formats and audiences. Whether it’s a 3-hour film, a 30-second short, or a 3-minute podcast, content must be conceived from the start to travel.
As creators wrangle with digital fatigue and the death of appointment viewing, one thing is certain: survival lies in flexibility. From AI-generated music videos to audio-only comedies, every content piece must now be a Swiss army knife.
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: To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War, IN10 Media Network’s premium global streaming platform, DocuBay, unveils an exclusive documentary, Kargil 1999: The Untold Story of the Indian Air Force. The film that brings forth the critical role of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in the Kargil War was screened in Delhi on the 9 of August in the presence of Senior Air Force officials and veterans who had played a significant role in this operation.
The film significantly enhances DocuBay’s robust content slate of originals that showcase real stories covering topics like technology, culture, society, crime, relationships and more. It documents the IAF’s strategic and tactical prowess during Operation Safed Sagar, launched in May 1999 to support the Indian Army’s efforts to eliminate Pakistani encroachments in Kargil. The operation saw the Air Force deploy its best men and machines to support the military endeavour. The film offers edge-of-the-seat storytelling as this was the first time combat air power was used in the mountain ranges above 15,000 feet altitude and how laser-guided bombs were created and operated by the Indian Air Force during the war, appealing to a vast global audience.
DocuBay COO Girish Dwibhashyam said, “We are honoured to collaborate with the Indian Air Force to bring Kargil 1999: The Untold Story of the Indian Air Force to our audiences. The film will not only delight defence and aviation enthusiasts but also be a gripping tale that will enthral audiences worldwide.”
Featuring real-life accounts of IAF heroes and brings viewers closer to the never-seen-before action. Their stories, supported by rare footage and personal diaries, are inspiring tales of innovation and bravery.
Juggernaut Productions CEO Samar Khan said, “This is the first time that Operation Safed Sagar is being documented and presented to the audience. We aim to bring to light the untold stories of these heroes, providing a detailed and personal account of their experiences. This documentary is a tribute to their sacrifices and a powerful reminder of their crucial role in securing our nation’s victory.”
Starting 15 August 2024, Kargil 1999: The Untold Story of the Indian Air Force, produced by Media Indica in association with Juggernaut Productions, will be available to stream on DocuBay.
Mumbai: DocuBay, a platform for intriguing premium documentaries, part of IN10 Media Network brings you an engrossing tale of India’s little-known love for sex toys with their latest DocuBay Original release ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ The forty-five-minute film is all set to reveal a lot about evolving pleasure pursuits of individuals in the country!
The documentary is a no-holds-barred look at the booming business of pleasure toys in India. While the global sex toy market is worth a massive $35 billion, India itself is touted to touch an impressive $200 million in the next five years. With very little in-depth research on the subject till now, the film dives deep into India’s vivid and vibrant world of intimate toys, taking us on a whirlwind journey of many surprising facts and gripping stories.
‘Bad Toys Inc.’ charts the quirky geography of sex toys, and how every Indian region has its own preference of the type of pleasure toys. From Assam embracing the most amount of BDSM gear, Mumbai seeing maximum sales of fetish products, and West Bengal being a big fan of edible underwear, ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ springs an array of pleasant surprises on the viewer as it unravels how, where, when and sex toys are used.
What also makes the documentary unique is the bouquet of consumer stories it presents of individuals on the need for pleasure toys. ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ takes us to the valleys of Kashmir to tell the story of a girl who suffers from Vaginismus and finally discovers her path to pleasure through toys. It transports us to the lanes of Lucknow to introduce a couple who spice up their love life through intimate toys. It flies us to Pune, where a heartbroken girl chooses sex toys over a partner after suffering in many toxic relationships. Many such anecdotes are part of the film’s engrossing narrative.
Blending an immersive plot with interesting trivia and incredible stats, ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ unveils things about India’s pleasure toy industry that most people could never predict. May it be the fact that pleasure toys are actually legal in India even though many think otherwise, or the forgotten truth that pleasure accessories have existed in India since ancient times, the documentary uncovers many riveting tid-bits that viewers may not have known about.
Featuring appearances by eminent experts including renowned sexologist and Padma Shri awardee Dr Prakash Kothari, ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ delivers insights into sexual evolution, fun trade secrets, scintillating data and powerful stories through a fascinating tale of the country’s love for pleasure.
The film sheds light on the entrepreneurs behind start-ups that are bringing innovative sex toys to the fore. Founders of brands like I am Besharam, That Sassy Thing and The Sangya Project spill exciting trade secrets on how young India thinks about sex. You also get a gender specific view of sex toy shopping. Although men buy the most amount of sex toys at 64 per cent, women make the most amount of repeat purchases.
‘DocuBay’ is synonymous with path breaking content and genre defining documentaries. The platform is now responsible for some of the most watched and acclaimed documentaries in the digital space. ‘Water Mafia’, Bogus Phone Operators’, ‘Plastic Fantastic’ and ’12 Digital Masterstroke’ are some of the brand’s premiere titles that fetched massive viewership numbers online.
Talking about the latest DocuBay Original, DocuBay COO Girish Dwibhashyam said, “Bad Toys Inc. is a documentary on a topic seldom explored in the mainstream. The in-depth look at the entire pleasure toy business in India will surprise audiences. In fact we too were astonished at some of the facts uncovered during the research of the film. Bad Toys Inc. will serve as an engrossing and novel viewing experience for audiences who like to indulge in real stories with a difference”.
Producer of this film and Black Iris founder and director Richa Sahai said, “As a company, we’re always itching to produce bold, thought provoking content and Bad Toys Inc was a great opportunity to do that. It’s been challenging, exciting and super fun! Quite a thrill to see people from different corners of the country open up about their most intimate experiences. Clearly India is far more progressive than what’s commonly perceived and we hope the risk appetite to showcase such content only grows.”.
New India needs new stories! DocuBay’s ‘Bad Toys Inc.’ is one such documentary that serves as an engaging watch as well as an eye opener about the evolution of pleasure toys in India. If you enjoy watching films that entertain and enlighten, head to www.docubay.com, and get hooked onto ‘Bad Toys Inc.’.
Mumbai: DocuBay, the global streaming service from IN10 Media Network, has announced the release of its latest original, ‘12 Digit Masterstroke – The Untold Story of Aadhaar’ that unravels a behind-the-scenes story of the creation of the world’s largest social identity program, culminating into what is today known as “Aadhaar Card”, crafting a unique identity for over 1.4 billion Indians.
Motivated to highlight topics of national and global importance, DocuBay depicts the untold story of an unlikely team of public and private sector professionals who came together at UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) to design & implement India’s ground-breaking Aadhaar card system. The documentary explores logistical, technological, financial & bureaucratic challenges faced by the team, spearheaded by tech wizard Nandan Nilekani, aiming to achieve something that no one had attempted before in India. Team Aadhaar worked under two governments led by former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and current Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
“While there is a lot of awareness about the remarkable initiatives that have benefited over a billion beneficiaries of various government schemes, through the Aadhaar project, not many people are aware of the gigantic efforts which were required from a team of technocrats led by Nandan Nilekani that executed the project to fruition,” said DocuBay COO Girish Dwibhashyam. “We are thrilled and grateful to have captured this historic story into our DocuBay Orignal film.”
The documentary, narrated by entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo, features UIDAI former CEO Ram Sewak Sharma, an IAS officer, who articulates technology in a ‘Dabang’ way. Ganga Kapavarapu, a tech buff who brought a financial focus to the program. Srikanth Nadhamuni, the ‘tech guru’, introduced a powerful technological armoury for the creation of Aadhar. Shankar Maruwada, ‘Sir Panch’, played a key role in marketing Aadhaar with a small team of four. Pramod Verma the ‘Chief Royal Architect’ of Aadhar sketched the building blocks for the program. Lastly, Ashok Pal Singh modernised the Indian postal system through digitalisation and their stories of overcoming challenges.
“How do you encapsulate a five-year rollercoaster journey into 50 minutes,” said Wide Angle Films founder and CEO Sujata Kulshreshtha, on the challenges faced during research that underwent to produce the film. She added, “We had to overcome the challenges like lack of archival material from the period of execution and to get access to the key members of the team. Our team did in-depth research, even before we formulated the narrative as the documentary brings this incredible ‘made-in-India’ story to viewers.”
Today in India, with the introduction of UIDAI’s Aadhaar system, transformation has been enabled across 600,000 plus villages and 400 plus cities in India as the unique biometric secure number has become the bedrock for multiple government schemes. From enabling financial inclusion to powering direct benefit transfer schemes, Aadhaar has reshaped lives, earning international recognition as a model for digital identity systems.
‘12 Digit Masterstroke’, produced by Wide Angle Films, is now exclusively available on DocuBay, inviting audiences worldwide to witness the extraordinary story behind India’s Aadhaar revolution.
Mumbai: In a ground-breaking endeavour to shed light on the intricacies of polyamorous relationships, DocuBay, an international streaming platform from IN10 Media Network, presents Going Poly, a documentary that delves into the lives of individuals from Mumbai and Kolkata, exploring the nuances of love, loyalty, and societal acceptance.
With Going Poly, DocuBay is taking on a topic rarely touched upon by mainstream media in India. The platform aims to provide viewers with a deeper understanding of polyamory, a topic often vetoed in a predominantly monogamous society.
“Polyamorous relationships are a phenomenon in India, but surprisingly we found hardly any movie or documentary made on the topic. The taboo surrounding this topic intrigued us, prompting us to explore it further, for our viewers,” highlighted Girish Dwibhashyam, COO of DocuBay.
The film, produced by VICE Studios, offers viewers a glimpse into the lives of polyamorous individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups. Through intimate interviews and candid moments, the documentary navigates through the complexities of polyamory, addressing issues such as jealousy, morality, and inheritance.
“We conducted extensive research to understand the nuances of polyamorous relationships and their significance,” explained VICE India director Anil Chaudhary. “Our goal was to present a balanced portrayal of polyamory, free from bias or judgment.”
The documentary also examines the role of consent in polyamorous relationships. With numerous challenges faced while researching and filming, the platform hopes that the film contributes to the ongoing conversation about love, relationships, and societal acceptance of non-traditional partnerships.
Going Poly streams on DocuBay starting 14 February 2024.
