ITV

Tag: Jim Sarbh

  • TV9 Summit 2025 puts India’s global rise in the spotlight

    TV9 Summit 2025 puts India’s global rise in the spotlight

    MUMBAI: TV9 Network hosted the third edition of its flagship ‘What India Thinks Today Summit’ on 28 and 29 March 2025 at the iconic Bharat Mandapam. With the theme ‘India in the New World Order’, the two-day summit carved out a dynamic global platform for thought leaders, ministers, cultural icons, and business visionaries to chart India’s path in an evolving geopolitical landscape.

    Prime minister Narendra Modi headlined the event with a powerful keynote address, calling the summit a vital forum shaping the nation’s future. “The ideas exchanged here will define India’s future,” he stated, adding, “What TV9 thinks today, other channels will follow.”

    The event began with an impactful session featuring Union minister Nitin Gadkari, who made a headline-grabbing announcement, “A big decision on toll within a week, public concerns will be addressed soon.”

    Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Yami Gautam brought cinematic flair to the stage, offering personal insights into fame and success. Meanwhile, actors Amit Sadh and Jim Sarbh stirred excitement with a preview of their upcoming thriller, Pune Highway.

    A moving moment came when 28 winners of News9’s Indian Tigers and Tigresses India’s largest youth football talent hunt were felicitated and posed for a group photo with the prime minister himself.

    TV9 Network MD & CEO of Barun Das, reflected on the global vision,“We at TV9 Network have initiated our engagement last year in the News9 Global Summit at Stuttgart, Germany, which will be bigger and better in October, later this year. We also have two more geographies on our radar, the UAE and the USA for News9 Global Summit. These are initiatives that precede TV9 Network’s Global expansion under the guidance of our chairman, Rameshwar Rao.”

    The second day adopted a dual-track format, diving into national issues and the global economic landscape. Union ministers including Piyush Goyal, Ashwini Vaishnaw, G. Kishan Reddy, and Chirag Paswan shared insights on governance and policy. chief ministers Rekha Gupta, Bhagwant Mann, Mohan Yadav, Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Pushkar Singh Dhami addressed challenges such as secularism, welfare policies, and the Uniform Civil Code.

    The summit also brought out a spectrum of political perspectives from figures like Smriti Irani, Randeep Surjewala, Imran Pratapgarhi, and RSS’s Sunil Ambekar. Healthcare was in sharp focus, with Navneet Saluja of Haleon (Sensodyne) dissecting India’s approach to public health, and Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal delivering a keynote on global business readiness.

    On the international front, former UNGA President Abdulla Shahid spoke about the Global south’s rise, while cultural voice Pandit Dhirendra Shastri addressed the event as a ‘Hindu Crusader’.

    Economic deliberations gained momentum with a virtual address from chief economic advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran, followed by in-depth panels on AI, e-mobility, infrastructure, sustainability, and education. Eminent voices like K.T. Mahhe (Sreenidhi University), Abhishek Singh (IndiaAI), Hisashi Takeuchi (Maruti Suzuki), Rajesh Nambiar (NASSCOM), and Nilesh Shah (Kotak AMC) enriched the conversation.

    Backed by marquee sponsors including Sensodyne, Sreenidhi University, HP Lubricants, Tata Motors, and Government partners from Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, the summit was a showcase of collaboration and vision.

    With sessions now available on News9’s Youtube channel and News9 Plus, this landmark summit continues to ripple across conversations, shaping how India is perceived—and how it positions itself—in the global order.

  • Jim Sarbh becomes face of Hush Puppies ‘PartyReady’ festive collection

    Jim Sarbh becomes face of Hush Puppies ‘PartyReady’ festive collection

    Mumbai: Hush Puppies, a globally acclaimed footwear brand exclusively retailed by Bata India, has introduced its first-ever ‘PartyReady Collection’—a festive lineup merging style with comfort, just in time for Diwali and the wedding season. Showcasing Bollywood’s Jim Sarbh, celebrated for his modern, chic aesthetic, the collection brings comfort to every celebration with deep comfort technology.

    The women’s metallic range features embellished mules, kitten heels, and slingbacks, while men’s options include premium leather oxfords and loafers. Available at Hush Puppies stores and online at bata.com, this festive footwear starts at Rs 3,999, blending style and comfort seamlessly.

    “We’re thrilled to have Jim Sarbh, the true suave style icon of Bollywood, as the face of Hush Puppies’ first-ever Party Ready Collection,” said Bata India, head of marketing, Deepika Deepti. “Jim, with his effortlessly cool style, perfectly embodies the blend of style and comfort our collection offers. We’re excited for our customers to experience his approved festive footwear styles at Hush Puppies and Bata stores!”

    Expressing his excitement, Sarbh added, “I am someone who doesn’t like to compromise on style or comfort and take my festive looks very seriously! I absolutely love the latest Party Ready collection by Hush Puppies that features some of my favourite styles. Excited for customers to experience the sophisticated designs packed with Ultimate comfort by Hush Puppies at the stores!”

    Stay stylish and comfortable with Hush Puppies ‘PartyReady’ collection—available at Hush Puppies retail stores and online at bata.com.

     

  • Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films continues association with Mami Mumbai Film Festival

    Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films continues association with Mami Mumbai Film Festival

    Mumbai: Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films is once again partnering with Mami Mumbai Film Festival 2024. As part of the association, the brand is championing select and distinctive narratives for discerning viewers. This initiative reinforces the brand’s focus on curating content “For the Select Ones” by celebrating creativity, originality, and collaborating with the choicest storytellers and renowned artists.

    This year’s collaboration will feature a short film contest and the premiere of two original Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films shorts on 23 October 2024.

    1.   Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films Premieres: Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films will premiere two new original short films at the festival, featuring renowned talent from the industry. The event promises a captivating evening, highlighted by a panel discussion, and select conversations with the cast.

    ●    Gul Panag’s Aloo Bhujia, starring Rannvijay Singha, Arnav Maggo, Padma Damodaran; directed by Lakshmi R Iyer.

    ●    Tigmanshu Dhulia’s The Promise, starring Jim Sarbh and Priya Mani.

    2.   Short Film Contest: The contest offered aspiring filmmakers an exciting opportunity to showcase their creativity and storytelling, with the top 10 shortlisted films scheduled to be screened at the festival. Of the shortlisted films, winners under the ‘Best Film’ category will also be announced. The special jury, comprising some of India’s top voices in the industry – Hansal Mehta, Aditi Rao Hydari and Rajshri Deshpande – will be present for the Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films Premieres.

    Pernod Ricard India chief marketing officer and head of global business development Kartik Mohindra said, “Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films has become ‘the’ destination for short films over the years for viewers to experience great filmmaking. The platform has been a pioneer in transforming the way individuals perceive the short film genre and has evolved to create an ecosystem for aspiring and established storytellers alike to bring select short films to our audiences. We are thrilled to continue our association with MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2024, which is a testament to our dedication towards crafting the next chapter of select storytelling. This strengthens our endeavour of fostering a dynamic environment that empowers storytellers, and curating select narratives for our discerning audiences.”

    MAMI Mumbai Film Festival artistic director Deepti DCunha shared, “We are delighted to continue our long-standing association with Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films, united by our shared passion for exceptional storytelling and empowering talented filmmakers. Together, we remain committed to curating compelling content that resonates with evolving audience preferences and shifting consumption trends.”

    The festival is set to take place from 19 October to 24 October 2024. 

  • Harfun onboards Jim Sarbh for its ‘Pants That Time Travelled’ campaign

    Harfun onboards Jim Sarbh for its ‘Pants That Time Travelled’ campaign

    Mumbai: Harfun, the category creators of WorkWear 2.0, has onboarded actor Jim Sarbh for their ‘Pants That Time Travelled’ campaign. They are unveiling a product, the 2035 workday pants, work trousers that are – ‘from the future’. The campaign has positioned the pants as a leap forward in comfort and functionality, boasting features that feel a decade ahead.

    The video features Jim Sarbh navigating a typical office environment. Yet, what stands out is his freedom of movement and comfort with these pants. He talks about the 2035 workday pants’ futuristic technology and design, like 20-hour wrinkle resistance, warp-knit construction, self-stretch, ultralight and breathable fabric, and the structured back yoke that provides excellent support and durability. All this adds up to a pair of pants that redefines the workwear experience.

    The campaign goes beyond showcasing innovation. It embodies the evolving aspirations of modern professionals who demand more from their workday outfits. Harfun comes out as the flag bearer of comfort in a new era in workwear, creating something that is ahead of the curve and polarises consumers away from the traditional, stiff, and uncomfortable options in the market.

     

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

    A post shared by Jim Sarbh (@jimsarbhforreal)

     

    Speaking about the campaign, Harfun co-founder and CEO Saurabh Agrawal said, “The 2035 Workday Pants are laden with futuristic features and our home-grown fabric technology. The essence of the campaign is the future and we wanted someone whose personality and way of life matched it.”

    Sr brand manager Palak Narang was spearheading the campaign and she brought in Jim. “Jim has been someone who’s chosen to do roles and brand associations that portray his passions and versatility. We’re very excited to partner with him for this campaign. When we reached out to Jim, he saw the future come alive in the 2035 Workday Pants and agreed to do the campaign. It feels as though a match made in… Harfun”, she said.

    Learn more about the 2035 workday pants: Harfun 2035 Workday Pants

  • Gigi Bombay unveils innovative cocktail program with digital ad film featuring Jim Sarbh

    Gigi Bombay unveils innovative cocktail program with digital ad film featuring Jim Sarbh

    Mumbai: In a first of its kind campaign by a restaurant – to bring to life its latest cocktail program, Gigi Bombay, a restaurant by Chrome Asia Hospitality has released a digital ad film in association with Jim Sarbh. This film shares a fun take on Jim’s understanding of cocktails while showcasing the best of the new cocktail program.

    The Indian consumer base is changing and with the cocktail culture shaping a large part of the F&B industry, the general curiosity around cocktails is growing. Addressing the need to deliver a refined and tasteful cocktail experience, Gigi Bombay announced its new cocktail program. The new cocktail program launched in a grand fashion by actor Jim Sarbh at Gigi, showcases not just the signature cocktails on offer but also divides them neatly into different eras from which they’ve been picked for patrons. Whether it’s the Dawn of the Drinks or the Speakeasy era or the Golden Age of cocktails, the cocktail book has gone back in time to uncover the best drinks from every era that are now pouring at Gigi.

    The digital film showcases Jim as a self-proclaimed cocktail connoisseur who is left startled tasting each cocktail and unfolds with Jim showing that the cocktails at Gigi are for all, whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or not.

    To view the film, click here

    Talking about the campaign, Chrome Asia Hospitality co-founder Nikita Shahri said, “Gigi Bombay is one of our marquee restaurants and we are always looking at unleashing the best of our creativity here. To set the tone for our cocktail book launch, we couldn’t think of anyone but Jim Sarbh, his fun personality added to the quirk of the launch. With Gigi, our endeavor is to elevate the cocktail offerings and offer a never seen before experience to all our patrons and this launch is yet another step in the same direction. This is just the beginning and we’re looking at offering a top-notch cocktail experience with international takeovers and much more.”

    Directed and conceptualized by Shahri, the video is produced by creative agency Secret Sauce.

  • ErgoSmart by The Sleep Company unveils #SitSmart campaign

    ErgoSmart by The Sleep Company unveils #SitSmart campaign

    Mumbai: The Sleep Company, a comfort-tech brand, has rolled out #SitSmart with ErgoSmart campaign for their new chair brand ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company starring Jim Sarbh. In the current times where employees juggle between multiple responsibilities and workplaces are dynamic; smart working is the need of the hour. The campaign is aimed at addressing the issues of productivity at workplaces, communicating how ErgoSmart chairs can enhance comfort, productivity and enable smart working.  

    The recently introduced chair brand, ‘ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company’ underlines the company’s dedication to delivering state-of-the-art smart sitting solutions across diverse settings.  It is a major breakthrough in the existing chair industry as it is engineered with human-centered design thinking and patented body-adaptive technology. ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company wants to create awareness about the growing importance of innovation-led health benefits at workplaces. Its purpose is to offer ‘Smarter Designs for Smarter You’ that comes alive through this campaign.

    Conceived by Steve Priya, the digital campaign portrays Jim Sarbh as the CEO of a startup, who emphasizes his multifaceted role of being the CMO, CFO, and CTO besides being the CEO. He highlights the need for support, especially for his back, neck, and posture. The ad shows him moving around the office freely in an ErgoSmart chair and how it helps Jim to work smartly and sit for longer hours comfortably. The campaign is now live on The Sleep Company’s YouTube and Instagram channels.

    Commenting on the vision of ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company, The Sleep Company co-founder Priyanka Salot said, “We understand the challenges that working professionals face, especially when it comes to maintaining a healthy posture during long hours of work. Through ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company, we enable productive workplaces with our Patented SmartGRID Technology and deliver the best comfort to customers. Our #SitSmart with ErgoSmart campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of this innovative technology and how it can transform the work environment. We believe the ErgoSmart chair will revolutionize the way people sit, and we are proud to lead this change.”

    Commenting on the campaign, The Sleep Company CMO Ripal Chopda stated, “We are thrilled to launch our #SitSmart with ErgoSmart campaign in collaboration with Jim Sarbh, aimed at raising awareness about smart sitting solutions at workplaces. We want to encourage working professionals to integrate the ErgoSmart chair in their work environment as it will help them work smarter. With ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company, we are not just providing comfort, but also promoting better health and productivity. This campaign highlights our commitment to innovation and our mission to empower individuals to work smart and sit smart.”

    ErgoSmart By The Sleep Company is scientifically engineered to support long hours of sitting and adapt to the body’s posture. With features like adjustable lumbar support, cushioned neck support, and Patented SmartGRID Technology, ErgoSmart chairs adapt to the body shape rather intelligently. These chairs also allow adjustments for the backrest, headrest, footrest and armrest, making it ideal for smart sitting leading to smart working.

  • Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films presents Select Films, Select Conversations

    Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films presents Select Films, Select Conversations

    Mumbai: A pioneer in the short film format in India, Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films presents Select Films, Select Conversations. The celebrated short film platform has always recognised and fostered a creative environment encouraging brilliance in short-format filmmaking. Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films over the years has won six Filmfare awards and Oscar qualifications which has made the platform the largest and most credible destination for short films in India. Through this interactive activation platform, the brand aims to foster a creative environment for artists in the industry in two unique and engaging formats with host Mandira Bedi.

    ●   The On-Ground format: This live format travels to three hubs in India – Gurugram, Kolkata and Pune – bringing together some of the most dynamic and discerning film artistes from Indian cinema for an evening of engaging discussions, interactive conversations, and screenings of some of the select movies from the celebrated short film platform, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films

    ●   The On-Air format: A unique chat show concept spread across three episodes, where five prominent voices from the film industry – Jim Sarbh, Vijay Verma, Kalki Koechlin, Huma Qureshi and Sujoy Ghosh – discuss all things cinema with host Mandira Bedi. The On-air Episodes will be launched with the brand’s streaming partners, Jio Cinema

    The first of three on-ground events took place at DLF Club, Phase IV, Gurugram on Saturday, November 25. During the evening, host Mandira Bedi held an engaging conversation with Vijay Varma, Huma Qureshi, Kalki Koechlin and Swanand Kirkire. ‘Short Films – The Select Choice’ being the theme of the evening, the discussions revolved around the evolution of Indian cinema, diversity of genres and the short film format. It covered the evolution of the cinematic landscape from full length Feature films to Short Films, OTT and Anthologies. The conversation received immense engagement from the audience present at the event. This was followed by the screening of select Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films.

    Commenting on the ideology behind the activation platform, Pernod Ricard India CMO Kartik Mohindra said, “Through the years, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films has evolved, creating an ecosystem that brings world class storytelling to curious and discerning audiences, thus becoming ‘the’ destination for Indian short films. Select Films, Select Conversations, the brand’s interactive platform, is an embodiment of this ideology, where we seek to explore the originality and creativity of the short film format and set it in the context of cinema today.”

    Speaking about her association with the platform as the host, actress Mandira Bedi said, “I am thrilled to be associated with Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films. Getting to interact with different storytellers, artistes and understanding their diverse perspectives on cinema is a wonderful opportunity. I’m looking forward to all the riveting conversations, behind-the-scenes stories about the short film universe and the interactions with #TheSelectOnes.”

    Actor Vijay Varma said, “It really feels nice to be a part of this unique platform provided by Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films. Any opportunity that brings together artists and stirs up conversations around cinema is precious to me. It’s a great learning experience.”

    Lyricist and actor Swanand Kirkire spoke about the platform, sharing, “The Indian film industry has evolved tremendously since the time I started my career. There are so many different kinds of films being made and appreciated today. When it comes to short films, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films has been a real gamechanger. The platform brings out the brilliance of short films like nothing else. I am happy to be associated with them in their endeavor to foster a creative environment for artists in this industry.”

    Actor Huma Qureshi said, “I am so happy to see Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films curate an evening where select artistes and storytellers known for their craft come together under one roof and talk all things cinema. From discussing different genres to personal processes, it is absolutely amazing to be a part of this. I look forward to more such opportunities in the future!”

    Actor Kalki Koechlin shared, “With the changing content consumption patterns in today’s world, it’s an exciting time for cinema in India. I feel it is a transformational time for our industry and it is platforms like these that bring about the positive shift. I am delighted to have the opportunity to delve deeper into the world of cinema thanks to Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films.”

    After successfully kicking off in Gurugram, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films is set to travel to Kolkata and Pune in December 2023. This will be followed by the release of on-air episodes.

  • Filmfare OTT Awards fourth edition nominees unveiled: Celebrating the best in the OTT world!

    Filmfare OTT Awards fourth edition nominees unveiled: Celebrating the best in the OTT world!

    Mumbai: Brace yourself for the return of the ultimate recognition in the world of OTT as Filmfare – an entertainment media brand returns with its fouth edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards. After the successful three seasons of its highly acclaimed property, the brand continues to celebrate the geniuses behind the characters that touched hearts, the stories that left a mark. This year, the awards set a new record with 38 categories and over 450 entries, showcasing excellence as the focal point for the finest in the industry.

    While Gajraj Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Jim Sarbh, Vijay Varma, Aparshakti Khurrana and others have been nominated for their gripping performances in the OTT world; talented actresses such as Radhika Apte, Shweta Tripathi, Tripti Dimri, Shriya Pilgaonkar are nominated for their highly acclaimed performance for their respective show/film. Hindi Cinema’s stellar actors Anil Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapur are nominated for their brilliant screen time in The Night Manager, and Bloody Daddy respectively. Veteran actresses Ratna Pathak Shah and Dimple Kapadia and other distinguished actresses Kajol, Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah, Sonakshi Sinha amongst others have been nominated for their captivating performance across categories for their series/film.  Jubilee, TVF Pitchers Season 2, and Darlings have swept the nominations in their respective genres as Best Series (Drama), Best Series (Comedy), and Best Film (Web Original). With these celebrated names, get ready for the ultimate celebration of India’s OTT sensations with the Filmfare OTT Awards 2023!

    Reliving the magic of the most coveted celebration, where every nomination deserves a standing ovation, this year, the awards expanded the ceremony by introducing technical categories for the OTT films section. These categories acknowledge the behind-the-scenes brilliance that enhances the storytelling experience.

    The coveted awards will be held on 26 November 2023 at the prestigious Taj Lands End, Mumbai. The hosts of the evening are Kubbra Sait and Sharib Hashmi, who are all set to entertain the audience with their wit and charm.

    Filmfare OTT Awards 2023 is co-powered by Hyundai Motor India, AJIO, and Film Bandhu – Government of Uttar Pradesh, in association with Fura Gems. The coveted will honour creative excellence across Hindi web original shows and films released between  1 August 2022, to 31 July 2023. Fans can watch the show on Filmfare.com and on its social media touchpoints.

    Here is the complete nomination list –

    Best Series:

    Asur 2
    Dahaad
    Farzi
    Jubilee
    Kohrra
    Rocket Boys Season 2
    School of Lies
    Scoop
    The Night Manager
    Trial by Fire

    Best Director, Series:

    Abhay Pannu (Rocket Boys Season 2)
    Avinash Arun Dhaware (School of Lies)
    Hansal Mehta (Scoop)
    Prashant Nair, Randeep Jha (Trial by Fire)
    Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K (Farzi)
    Randeep Jha (Kohrra)
    Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi (Dahaad)
    Tanuj Chopra (Delhi Crime Season 2)
    Vikramaditya Motwane (Jubilee)

    Best Actor, Series (Male): Drama

    Aamir Bashir (School of Lies)
    Abhay Deol (Trial by Fire)
    Aditya Roy Kapur (The Night Manager)
    Anil Kapoor (The Night Manager)
    Aparshakti Khurana (Jubilee)
    Jim Sarbh (Rocket Boys Season 2)
    Pankaj Tripathi (Criminal Justice- Adhura Sach)
    Shahid Kapoor (Farzi)
    Sidhant Gupta (Jubilee)
    Suvinder Vicky (Kohrra)
    Vijay Varma (Dahaad)

    Best Actor, Series (Female): Drama

    Dimple Kapadia (Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo)
    Kajol (The Trial)
    Karishma Tanna (Scoop)
    Rajshri Deshpande (Trial by Fire)
    Shefali Shah (Delhi Crime Season 2)
    Sonakshi Sinha (Dahaad)
    Wamiqa Gabbi (Jubilee)

    Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Drama

    Barun Sobti (Kohrra)
    Bhuvan Arora (Farzi)
    Gulshan Devaiah (Dahaad)
    Harman Baweja (Scoop)
    Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub (Scoop)
    Prathamesh Parab (Taaza Khabar)
    Prosenjit Chatterjee (Jubilee)
    Saswata Chatterjee (The Night Manager)

    Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Drama

    Harleen Sethi (Kohrra)
    Nimrat Kaur (School of Lies)
    Radhika Madan (Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo)
    Rasika Dugal (Delhi Crime Season 2)
    Shweta Tripathi (Kaalkoot)
    Tillotama Shome (Delhi Crime Season 2)
    Tillotama Shome (The Night Manager)

    Best Actor, Series (Male): Comedy

    Abhishek Banerjee (The Great Weddings of Munnes)
    Amol Parashar (TVF Tripling S3)
    Atul Kulkarni (Happy Family *Conditions Apply)
    Bhuvan Bam (Rafta Rafta)
    Johnny Lever (Pop Kaun?)
    Kunal Kemmu (Pop Kaun?)

    Best Actor, Series (Female): Comedy

    Aadhya Anand (Crushed Season 2)
    Juhi Parmar (Yeh Meri Family S2)
    Maanvi Gagroo (TVF Tripling)
    Ratna Pathak Shah (Happy Family *Conditions Apply)
    Srishti Ganguli (Rafta Rafta)

    Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Comedy

    Arunabh Kumar (TVF Pitchers S2)
    Kumud Mishra (TVF Tripling S3)
    Kunaal Roy Kapur (TVF Tripling S3)
    Naman Jain (Crushed Season 2)
    Purav Jha (Ishq Next Door)

    Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Comedy

    Ahsaas Channa (Hostel Daze S3)
    Shernaz Patel (TVF Tripling S3)
    Shilpa Shukla (Taaza Khabar)
    Sunita Rajwar (The Great Weddings of Munnes)
    Swati Das (Happy Family *Conditions Apply)

    Best Comedy (Series/Specials)

    Crushed
    Farzi Mushaira
    Half Pants Full Pants
    Happy Family *Conditions Apply
    Hostel Daze S3
    TVF Pitchers S2
    TVF Tripling S3

    Best Non-Fiction Original, Series/Special

    Cinema Marte Dum Tak
    Dancing on the Grave
    Mumbai Mafia: Police vs Underworld
    Playground 2
    The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives- Season 2
    The Romantics

    Best Film, Web Original

    Babli Bouncer
    Darlings
    Gulmohar
    Kathal
    Lost
    Monica, O My Darling
    Qala
    Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai

    Best Director, Web Original Film

    Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury (Lost)
    Apoorv Singh Kuki (Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai)
    Jasmeet K Reen (Darlings)
    Konkona Sen Sharma (Lust Stories 2)
    Rahul V. Chittella (Gulmohar)
    Vasan Bala (Monica, O My Darling)

    Best Actor, Web Original Film (Male)

    Diljit Dosanjh (Jogi)
    Manoj Bajpayee (Gulmohar)
    Manoj Bajpayee (Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai)
    Rajkummar Rao (Monica O My Darling)
    Shahid Kapoor (Bloody Daddy)
    Varun Dhawan (Bawaal)
    Vijay Varma (Darlings)

    Best Actor, Web Original Film (Female)

    Alia Bhatt (Darlings)

    Huma Qureshi (Monica O My Darling)

    Janhvi Kapoor (Bawaal)

    Sanya Malhotra (Kathal)

    Sharmila Tagore (Gulmohar)

    Tamannaah Bhatia (Babli Bouncer)

    Tripti Dimri (Qala)

    Yami Gautam (Lost)

    Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Male)

    Ayush Mehra (Kacchey Limbu)
    Gajraj Rao (Maja Ma)
    Pankaj Kapur (Lost)
    Rajat Barmecha (Kacchey Limbu)
    Sharib Hashmi (Tarla)
    Suraj Sharma (Gulmohar)

    Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Female)

    Amruta Subhash (Lust Stories 2)
    Radhika Apte (Monica O My Darling)
    Shefali Shah (Darlings)
    Shriya Pilgaonkar (Ishq-E-Nadaan

  • Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films partners with Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023

    Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films partners with Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023

    Mumbai: Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films collaborated with Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023, a platform that brings the best of contemporary world cinema to the City of Dreams, to celebrate the art of cinema in the short-film format. Over the course of two days (Nov 1-2) at PVR Maison, Jio World Drive BKC, the platform offered passionate filmmakers the opportunity to bring forth authentic stories and engaged audiences with stellar performances.

    As part of the association, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films premiered two original short films at the festival – ‘Badminton’ (directed by Dibakar Banerjee) and ‘Next, Please’ (written-produced by Chaitanya Tamhane, directed by Rishav Kapoor). Starring Jim Sarbh, both films received a fantastic response from the audience. Equally engaging was the panel discussion that followed, where the moderator RJ Malishka spoke to the filmmakers, scriptwriters and Jim Sarbh about the significance of short format filmmaking and their association with Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films platform. Other cast members, including Sayani Gupta, Vijay Maurya, Shreya Dhanwantry and Shardul Bhardwaj were also present at the premiere.

    This year, Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films also curated a short film contest #ForTheSelectOnes, inviting entries for 8 to 10-minute films across genres. The top 10 shortlisted entries were screened at the film festival, and the winners in two categories were acknowledged for their cinematic brilliance. Fostering a creative environment for filmmaking enthusiasts, the screenings were followed by engaging discussions about the rise of the short-film format, moderated by actor Inayat Sood and featuring the film creators. Awards for best film and best actor were also announced. Best Film winner was Summer of Soul by Sanjib Gogoi and Best Actor winner was James Elia from the film, Vakuppu (The Clause).

    Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival head of marketing, PR and partnerships Abhishek Kumar said, “This is a very special partnership for us, and we are thankful for the continued support by Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films to Jio MAMI. The curation is incredible by some established and new talent from different parts of the country. Our aim collectively is to provide a stage for filmmakers to showcase their authentic stories and further bolster the rapidly growing demand and appetite for the short film format in India.”

  • Winners of Indian Telly Streaming Awards 2022 announced

    Winners of Indian Telly Streaming Awards 2022 announced

    Mumbai: In the last two years, we saw a record amount of OTT content being produced across all languages. Indiantelevision.com and Telly Chakkar took a leap and organised the second edition of the Indian Telly Streaming Awards. It was indeed a spectacular Saturday night at Mumbai’s JW Marriott, Juhu, as the stars aligned on stage.

    The Indian Telly Streaming Awards is an extension of the first ever television award show (The Indian Telly Awards) in India. Its goal was to recognise the best of the streaming industry—business, creativity, and talent—as well as all of the work that goes into creating premium originals in India.

    We have seen the maximum growth and penetration of OTT in the last few years. Through our initiative, Indiantelevision.com wishes to show and bring awareness to the brilliant people that made OTT content a success in India.

    This year’s event commenced with a poignant moment as the ITV founder and editor-in-chief Anil Wanvari, in his opening speech, remarked that creators have started a movement where they can express themselves freely as compared to television, where there is a focus on TRP, and it’s a glorious time for content.

    The awards were announced across different categories, which included Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Film, Best Story, Best DOP, Best Writer, and Best Director in series as well as movies. Regional talent was particularly recognized, with separate sections set aside to encourage grassroots talent.

    The jury members included eminent names from the industry, such as Showt COO & co-founder Andy Jocobs, Zee Studios senior VP & content head Ashima Awasthi, cinematographer Ayananka Bose, Sri Adhikari Brothers Sabgroup chairman & managing director Markand Adhikari, celebrity chef Ranveer Brar, casting director Mukesh Chhabra, Jio Studios head of content alliances (Media & Entertainment) Shobha Sant, casting director Shruti Mahajan, actor Sumeet Vyas, film producer Sunil Doshi, independent journalist Kaveree Bamzai, actor Sunir Kheterpal, Blive Productions & Music co-founder Suraj Singh and director Umesh Shukla.

    The event was graced by some popular names like Jim Sarbh, Amruta Subhash, Neena Gupta, Asha Negi, Surya Sharma, Akshay Oberoi, Tanvi Azmi, Neelu Koli, Nakuul Mehta, Rahul Dev, Mugdha Godse, and others.