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  • JFF 2025 returns with its 13th Edition, beginning 4 September in Delhi

    JFF 2025 returns with its 13th Edition, beginning 4 September in Delhi

    MUMBAI: The Jagran Film Festival (JFF), celebrated as the world’s largest traveling film festival, returns with its 13th edition, carrying forward its philosophy of Good Cinema for Everyone. Presented by Rajnigandha, the festival will kickstart on 4 September in Delhi, travel across 14 cities, and culminate in Mumbai on 16 November, making it India’s largest and most far-reaching cinematic celebration.

    Since its inception, the Jagran Film Festival (JFF) has become a landmark celebration of storytelling, cultural exchange, and cinematic excellence. This year, JFF pays tribute to cinematic legends with special celebrations including the centenary of Guru Dutt, 50 years of Shabana Azmi in cinema, 50 years of the iconic film  Sholay, and more. It also honours industry stalwarts Shyam Benegal, Manoj Kumar, Shaji N. Karun, and Pritish Nandy for their lasting contributions to Indian cinema.

    Guided by mentors like Subhash Ghai, Khusboo Sundar, Adil Hussain, and A. Sreekar Prasad, and curated by Srinivasa Santhanam, Anupama Bose, and Premendra Mazumdar, JFF 2025 will feature engaging conversations with some of the industry’s finest, including, Shabana Azmi, Shilpa Shetty, R. Balki, Jaideep Ahlawat, Shruti Mahajan, Amit Sadh, Vineet Kumar Singh, among others.

    As it journeys through 14 cities — Delhi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Meerut, Agra, Ranchi, Patna, Hisar, Ludhiana, Gorakhpur, Dehradun, and Mumbai — each location will host exclusive premieres, retrospectives, masterclasses, and in-conversation sessions with acclaimed filmmakers, actors, and storytellers.

    Speaking about the festival, Jagran Prakashan Ltd. Sr. VP – strategy and brand development, Basant Rathore shared, “Jagran Film Festival has grown into one of India’s most inclusive and far-reaching cultural movements, celebrating the legacy of Indian cinema while embracing bold, global narratives. With every edition, we reaffirm our belief in the power of cinema to provoke thought, inspire change, and build cultural bridges. The 2025 festival continues this legacy—amplifying bold voices, timeless stories, and emerging perspectives from across the globe. At Dainik Jagran, our purpose has always been to awaken and unite, and through JFF, we champion stories that speak across generations, geographies, and genres.”
     

  • Wavemaker India and ABP Group shine bright at Goafest ’24

    Wavemaker India and ABP Group shine bright at Goafest ’24

    Mumbai: The vibrant city of Mumbai played host to the day 1 of Goafest 2024, where the atmosphere crackled with anticipation as the winners of the prestigious Media ABBYs and Publisher ABBYs were unveiled. This year’s Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show, once again raised the bar, attracting an astounding 3,506 entries from 273 companies.

    In the realm of Media ABBYs, 65 illustrious metals were bestowed upon deserving recipients, setting the stage for a night of celebration and recognition. Leading the charge was Wavemaker India, capturing hearts and minds with a remarkable tally of 98 points and 16 metals, earning the coveted title of Media Agency Specialist of the Year. Among their impressive wins were four Golds, notably for their outstanding campaigns for Cadbury, including the captivating ‘#erasevday’ and the innovative ‘#NothingUniversity’.

    Not to be outdone, Initiative Media secured a commendable second place with 48 points and 8 metals, showcasing their prowess with campaigns such as ‘Yippee! Create Magic – Plastic to Parks’ for Sunfeast Yippee! and the thought-provoking ‘Missing Elephants: Provocative Creativity shaking Humanity’ for Amazon Prime Video.

    However, stealing the spotlight and clinching the Grand Prix was Essence Mediacom, a triumph fueled by their groundbreaking campaign for Airtel 5G Plus titled ‘Ultimate Fans: Look Maa! I am on TV’. Their stellar performance, garnering 42 points and 6 metals, underscored their commitment to innovation and creativity in the digital age.

    Rounding out the top ranks were stalwarts Mindshare and Publicis Media, each claiming their share of the limelight with impressive campaigns and a collective total of 12 metals.

    Day one of Goafest and the Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show also saw ABP Pvt Ltd emerge as the Publisher of the Year – its second successive victory – with five metals that included gold, two silver, and two bronze.

    The Hindu Group stood second with a gold, a silver, and three merits. Jagran Prakashan Ltd – the runner-up to the Publisher of the Year 2022 – came third with two bronze metals and two merits to its name.

    As the curtains draw on Day 1 of Goafest 2024, the stage is set for yet another exhilarating day of festivities, as the industry comes together to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

  • Jagran New Media joins forces with ONDC Network to launch Khojle.com

    Jagran New Media joins forces with ONDC Network to launch Khojle.com

    Mumbai: Jagran New Media, the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan Ltd, together with the ONDC Network, is thrilled to announce the launch of Khojle.com, a one-stop marketplace that will transform the e-commerce landscape. This strategic move marks the first time that ONDC has joined forces with a leading Indian publisher to provide a unified user experience.

    Khojle.com aims to create an all-in-one marketplace focused on India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. It aims to enhance online shopping by integrating e-commerce opportunities into the browsing experience across Jagran New Media’s websites. With one click, users can easily access Khojle.com’s retail marketplace while reading and browsing content, exploring a wide range of consumer goods like fashion, home & kitchen, groceries, electronics, personal care and more with tailored recommendations based on preferences. Beyond convenience, Khojle.com supports the MSME sector and startup ecosystem by enabling growth with strong support from the ministry. This strategic initiative is designed to broaden market access for businesses of all sizes, setting a new benchmark in India’s e-commerce evolution.

    Jagran New Media CEO Bharat Gupta highlighted the significance of the partnership, “I am thrilled to announce the landmark partnership with ONDC network for the launch of Khojle.com, a pioneering initiative that seamlessly blends content with commerce to provide a comprehensive solution. This collaboration will revolutionize e-commerce in India, especially empowering Tier two towns and rural areas where internet usage now surpasses urban areas, thanks to ONDC DPI’s deep integration. It aims to democratize e-commerce access for ‘Naya Bharat,’ significantly boosting local MSMEs by offering unique content-to-commerce opportunities wherein we will help them with content marketing and product amplification. This move aligns perfectly with our nation’s growth towards a $5.2 trillion economy, promoting initiatives like #VocalforLocal and #OneDistrictOneProduct, paving the way for an inclusive growth environment for retailers and businesses alike. Khojle.com is designed as a holistic platform with an audience & services model that caters to our extensive user base, from accessing the latest news and information to personalized shopping experiences. This venture is a true reflection of our commitment to fostering innovation and providing user-centric solutions. My sincere appreciation goes to the Ernst & Young team, whose passion and expertise have been instrumental in bringing this visionary project to life.”

    ONDC MD & CEO T Koshy expressed his enthusiasm and said, “Working with Jagran New Media strategically aligns perfectly with our mission to expand e-commerce penetration in India, enabling population-scale inclusion of sellers of all types and sizes. The launch of Khojle.com not only opens avenues for startups but also ensures consumer access to wide choices. This initiative aligns with ONDC’s democratizing e-commerce and a collaborative environment that is propelling industry growth.”

    Khojle.com is innovatively designed to enhance Jagran New Media’s user experience by seamlessly integrating reading and shopping into a single platform, offering a unique combination of news, politics, sports content, and a diverse shopping experience. This one-stop solution is not just limited to a website but also extends to a user-friendly app, allowing users to stay informed and shop from any corner of the country with ease. This initiative represents an additional revenue stream for Jagran New Media and aligns with ONDC’s mission to broaden e-retail penetration in India. Khojle.com is more than just an e-commerce marketplace; it’s a transformative approach to content and commerce, enabling scalable and cost-effective e-commerce solutions that support scalable growth for startups.

    Visit the website to shop – https://www.khojle.com/

  • Jagran Film Festival 2023 recognises renowned figures of Indian Cinema

    Jagran Film Festival 2023 recognises renowned figures of Indian Cinema

    Mumbai: Jagran Film Festival 2023 awards brought together the crème de la crème of the Indian film industry in Mumbai, delivering a spectacular event that exceeded all expectations.

    Showman Subhash Ghai, an esteemed filmmaker celebrated for his iconic contributions to Indian cinema, was honoured with the Icon of Indian Cinema Award. The Best Director Award was presented to Manish Mudra for the movie “Siya,” while the Best Actor accolade was shared by Rani Mukherjee for “Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway” and Jayaraj Kozhikod for “Jananam: 1947 Pranayam Thudarunnnu.” Manoj Bajpayee secured the OTT Best Actor Male title. Anupam Kher was declared the Actor of the Festival 2023 by popular choice, and Adil Hussain and Nathalia were lauded with the Audience Choice award for “International Foot Prints on Water.”

    The movie “Siya” received the Best Feature Film award in the Indian category, while “Travels Inside Foreign Heads” was honoured as the Best Feature Film in the International category. Additionally, “Tikdam,” “Lavaste,” and “Chidiyakhana” were acknowledged with special mentions for their outstanding contributions at the event.

    Jagran Prakashan Ltd senior vice president of strategy brand & business development Basant Rathore emphasised the immense popularity of the Jagran Film Festival, which strives to delight cinema enthusiasts each year by presenting a diverse array of unique and popular movies. He expressed gratitude to the exceptional jury tasked with selecting standout films and highlighted the festival’s vital role in providing a platform for emerging talents to showcase insightful and thought-provoking films. Rathore also acknowledged the festival’s significant milestone with its 11th edition, marking a decade of taking ‘Cinematic Culture’ to both metro and smaller cities across India, promoting an appreciation of cinematic art at the grassroots level.

    The Jagran Film Festival kick-started in Delhi on 03 August and travelled through Kanpur, Lucknow, Allahabad, Varanasi, Dehradun, Hisar, Ludhiana, Patna, Ranchi, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Raipur, Indore. The festival culminated with the Jagran Film Festival 2023 Awards on 15 October in Mumbai. 

  • Jagran New Media launches Rocketship Films for enhanced audiovisual storytelling

    Jagran New Media launches Rocketship Films for enhanced audiovisual storytelling

    Mumbai: Jagran New Media, the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan Ltd, is proud to announce the launch of its in-house audio-visual production venture, Rocketship Films. This launch marks a significant milestone for the company’s growth towards creating new avenues for new-age innovative storytelling in an audio-visual format and content production, solidifying Jagran New Media’s stature in the publishing industry.

    The new production house marks the intersection of creativity with commerce and will focus on content that inspires, educates & provokes thought. The in-house production venture is a solution to the ever-changing content consumption of the new-age digital-savvy audiences. This venture specialises in crafting compelling audio-visual narratives, video production/post-production, voiceover narrations, animations, creative solutions, new-age animations, and much more.

    On the launch, Bharat Gupta, CEO of Jagran New Media, said, “India’s internet audience is undergoing a transformative change with a meteoric rise in video consumption. The launch of Rocketship Films aligns perfectly with our expansion plans, elevates business growth, and engages wider audiences simultaneously. Some of our earlier work makes us confident that our brilliant team will bridge market gaps with compelling audio-visual narratives, solidifying our path to scalable and sustainable creative success.”

    Commenting on the launch, Jagran New Media COO Gaurav Arora said, “Owing to the in-depth understanding of the publishing industry & having worked with a diverse set of brands over the years, we’re confident that the launch of Rocketship Films will seamlessly bridge the gap between the ever-evolving audience sensibilities & the clients’ need to reach their audiences with emerging content formats. As part of our four revenue pillars, including inventory, syndication, production house, and subscription, the new venture reinforces the third pillar and builds upon our vision. With this expansion, these revenue pillars will collectively contribute to the sustained growth and reach diverse audiences with well-timed content across the various digital properties of Jagran New Media, continuing our legacy to produce factual, credible &

    engaging content. Rocketship Films has already produced some thumb-stopping content, so take a minute to check out the website!”

    He added, “Our team of experienced creative professionals is equipped to craft narratives that resonate with our audience and inspire action. We are quite exhilarated to set new benchmarks in creating result-driven storytelling for brands through various collaborations. We are confident that Rocketship Films will foster a profound and enduring connection with our clients.”

    The production house will assist brands with its plethora of services to create relevant and meaningful content that drives brand loyalty, customer engagement, and retention. Handled by the best and most experienced minds from the advertising & creative industries, Rocketship Films aligns with Jagran New Media’s mission of delivering relevant, engaging, and insightful content to its vast digital audience. Rocketship Films is already gaining value through association with several renowned brands like Dabur, ITC, Hyundai, LinkedIn, Pulsar, etc., and is assured to rewrite the branded storytelling playbook with capabilities across video production, ideation & scripting, creative consultation, visual effects animation, and more.

     

  • TV18, Jagran put regional biz newspaper project on hold

    TV18, Jagran put regional biz newspaper project on hold

    MUMBAI: The economic slowdown could well be hitting media companies that have chalked out massive expansion plans. The regional language business newspaper that was to roll out from the 50:50 joint venture between broadcaster TV18 and Jagran Prakashan Ltd. has been put on hold.

    TV18 said on Monday its joint venture, Jagran18 publications Ltd, is deferring the launch of the newspaper.

    In a separate statement, Jagran Prakashan said the project was deferred due to the “prevailing market conditions.”

    Jagran18 board reviewed the project and decided it to be “prudent to defer it.”

    Last year, the JV had announced plans of launching a Hindi business daily in 2008 along with other Indian language dailies focused on financial and economic news.

    Network18 MD Raghav Bahl had mentioned earlier that “business audiences have grown immensely in the Hindi heartland and regional markets” and they will be “combining TV18’s strengths in business content with Jagran’s understanding of print markets.”