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  • Jay Pandya launches Blank Slate Films with debut release ‘Manorathangal’

    Jay Pandya launches Blank Slate Films with debut release ‘Manorathangal’

    Mumbai: Media industry leader Jay Pandya, recognized for his role in cinematic storytelling, has launched his new production company, Blank Slate Films. To start this new chapter, Blank Slate Films debuts with the Malayalam anthology project, ‘Manorathangal’.

    Manorathangal is an anthology based on nine captivating short stories by the acclaimed M. T. Vasudevan Nair. Presented by Saregama (Yoodlee Films) and supported by Kamal Haasan, this inaugural project for Blank Slate Films features an illustrious ensemble cast including Mohanlal, Mammootty, Fahad Fazil, Biju Menon, Nedumudi Venu, Siddique, Indrajith Sukumaran, Asif Ali, Mamukkoya, Vineeth, Indrans, Aparna Balamurali, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Surabhi Lakshmi, and Ann Augustine. The film is now available for streaming on ZEE5.

    Jay Pandya, whose career spans over two decades, has seamlessly transitioned from being a distinguished media executive to a visionary producer. Reflecting on his new role, Pandya shared, “As a producer and storyteller, my goal is to transcend traditional content creation. I aspire to build immersive worlds, develop compelling characters, and bring stories to life in ways that deeply resonate with audiences. My mission is to blend creativity with strategic insight to craft narratives that leave a lasting impact.”

    Commenting further on Manorathangal, Pandya added, “I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a prestigious project. It has been a dream to bring M. T. Vasudevan Nair’s remarkable stories to the screen, especially with a cast and crew of this caliber. Working alongside legendary directors like Priyadarshan and Santosh Sivan is truly an honor. This project stands as a testament to our commitment to storytelling excellence.”

    Before founding Blank Slate Films, Jay Pandya served as the ZEE5’s head of content acquisition & original films and Legend Studios’ CEO, where he played a pivotal role in developing significant projects such as ATAL and Veer Savarkar. His diverse portfolio also includes the production of three acclaimed music videos available on leading platforms.

    With Blank Slate Films, Jay Pandya aims to continue his legacy of delivering content-driven stories that resonate with audiences, marking a new phase in his career.

  • Jay Pandya joins Legend Global Studio as CEO

    Jay Pandya joins Legend Global Studio as CEO

    Mumbai: Jay Pandya has joined media company Legend Global Studio as chief executive officer, according to his LinkedIn profile.

    Prior to this, Pandya was associated with OTT platform Zee5 where he was head of content acquisition and partnership for more than five years. He previously worked with TAM Media Research as director of clients acquisition for over 10 years.

    Pandya commands over 16 years of experience in content strategy, content acquisition, content creation, business planning, digital strategy, research, new business development, budgeting, P&L management, and client servicing to the media industry as a whole.

    Established in 2015, Legend Global Studio is producer Sandeep Singh’s independent media production company that bankrolled films like “Sarbjit,” “Bhoomi,” and “PM Narendra Modi.”

  • B4U to be official South Asian media partner for CPL St. Lucia Stars

    MUMBAI: B4U Network is excited to announce a tie-up with St Lucia Stars cricket team for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League, which will be played from 4 August to 9 September 2017.

    The St Lucia Stars (formally known as the St Lucia Zouks) are a franchise cricket team representing the beautiful country of Saint Lucia in the Caribbean Premier League. The franchise is owned proudly by Chairman Jay Pandya. The team is currently captained by the skipper himself Daren Sammy and coached by veteran Stuart Williams, a former West Indies cricketer.

    B4U is the primary South Asian media partner for this star-studded team that includes Shane Watson, Darren Sammy, Marlon Samuel, Kamran Akmal and a host of others.

    As the official media partners for the team, watch out for the logo of B4U on their arm on the playing field as the team partake in one of the world’s biggest T20 tournaments.

    The Caribbean Premier League is a T20 tournament that showcases the beauty and talent of the Caribbean to the world. The best cricketers that the West Indies play alongside their international counterparts, in the unique carnival atmosphere for which the Caribbean is world-renowned. The CPL draws the attention of millions of cricket fans across the globe.

    The 2016 CPL season was the St Lucia Stars most successful yet, with the Daren Sammy side reaching the CPL finals for the first time.

    B4U head of international business, Ashok Shenoy states, “B4U is thrilled to have teamed up with St Lucia Stars cricket team for the 2017 CPL. In light of the release of major cricket focused Bollywood films such as ‘Sachin: A Billion Dreams’ and ‘M.S Dhoni’, there is a strong synergy between Bollywood and Cricket. As one of the world’s leading South Asian entertainment channels our partnership with the St Lucia Stars Cricket team will exemplify this synergy, our strong brand identity in the Global sports market as well as our long standing digital presence in the Caribbean market. We wish the St Lucia Stars all the best during the CPL 2017!”

    Jay Pandya St Lucia stars team owner states: “B4U has been a pioneer in taking Bollywood to a global audience. It is an honour to be associated with B4U, as I have enjoyed watching B4U Movies and B4U Music over the years. Cricket and Bollywood connect South Asians across the globe and while this association will further strengthen those bonds, I see B4U playing a pivotal role in promoting the CPL and in particular St Lucia Stars across the world through it’s various satellite beams.”

    St Lucia Stars kick off the CPL season 4 August off facing rival Trinidad and Tobago Knightriders in match that is surely not to be missed.

    CPL will be shown on BT Sport in UK, Sony Six In India and Willow TV in the U.S and across various other platforms on channels around the globe.