Tag: Naresh Malik

  • Collective Artists Network & Travelin Bone Entertainment to co-develop global films

    Collective Artists Network & Travelin Bone Entertainment to co-develop global films

    Mumbai: Collective Artists Network, a new media conglomerate focused on talent and pop culture, has announced a collaboration with US based content company Travelin Bone Entertainment (TBE), founded by Steve Garrow, Naresh Malik, and Marc Sternberg. This partnership will facilitate the co-development of projects, enabling diverse ideas and cross-border collaborations to showcase Indian talent from Collective Artists Network’s roster.

    With India’s film industry being one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, this collaboration offers an unparalleled opportunity to tap into a rich reservoir of talent and stories. This ambitious slate deal will see the curation, development, and packaging of five films featuring Indian talent, specifically designed for global viewership across multiple genres including psychological, action and romantic-comedy thrillers and a noir film.

    Collective Artists Network co-founder Ashoo Naik said, “This is an exciting new chapter for Collective Artists Network, as it allows us to push the boundaries of storytelling and talent discovery on a global stage. This partnership reflects our commitment to championing our talent and offering them opportunities to engage with the world, creating narratives that are bold, original, and transcendent.”

    Travelin Bone Entertainment, known for sourcing original ideas from seasoned creators around the world, views this partnership as a significant step towards establishing a strong foothold in the Indian market.

    Travelin Bone co-founder Naresh Malik commented, “Our partnership is fuelled by a shared passion for storytelling and the discovery of fresh and undiscovered narratives. We’re excited to see the results of combining our two groups’ distinct perspectives and specialised talents as we craft compelling, innovative, and captivating content that resonates with audiences.”

    The films under this collaboration will be developed with a focus on storytelling that appeals to both Indian and international audiences, ensuring that the unique cultural perspectives of India are presented in a way that is universally relatable. This partnership will leverage the strengths of both companies — Collective’s deep network within Indian talent and Travelin Bone’s expertise in producing globally relevant content.

    As the global entertainment industry continues to evolve, this collaboration between Collective Artists Network and Travelin Bone Entertainment represents a step towards a future where stories have no borders and creativity knows no limits.

  • Reliance MediaWorks brings in Vadim Perelman as Creative Director

    Reliance MediaWorks brings in Vadim Perelman as Creative Director

    MUMBAI: Reliance MediaWorks has entered into a contract with TV Commercial (TVC) and feature filmmaker Vadim Perelman as Creative Director.

    Commenting on the arrangement, Reliance MediaWorks president media and creative services Naresh Malik, says, “Perelman is expected to bring his unique aesthetic and personal style to projects undertaken by Reliance MediaWorks. His vast experience will be an invaluable asset to any project he is associated with.”

    With career spanning over two decades Vadim Perelman has a diverse portfolio created under his name. He has earned awards and accolades for his work with brands such as GM, Microsoft, Kellogg‘s, MasterCard, GMC, and Chevrolet to name a few.

    “I‘m excited to be associated with the team at Reliance MediaWorks as its Creative Director. Great advertising generates from the community and I want to learn and embrace the personality, tastes, style and culture of India. I‘m passionate about all art forms and I desire to truly make this endeavor a success,” said Perelman.

    This is an exclusive arrangement between Reliance MediaWorks and Vadim Perelman for India, wherein Vadim Perelman will not provide his services to any other production house for the Indian Territory.

  • Reliance Mediaworks offers 3D conversion service to Indian films

    Reliance Mediaworks offers 3D conversion service to Indian films

    MUMBAI: Reliance MediaWorks (RMWL), the film and entertainment services company, said today that it now offers 3D Conversion services to Bollywood studios.

    "Hollywood has shown how 3D format can enhance the immersive audience experience and for Bollywood, 3D will prove to be the next technological phase in entertainment. Within next two years, the 3D cinema screen count is expected to cross 1500 screens in India and the penetration of 3D television will also be significant, establishing exceptional opportunity which Indian film studios can leverage to garner higher returns," Reliance MediaWorks CEO Anil Arjun said.

    RMWL‘s first Bollywood 3D conversion project is Shah Rukh Khan starrer Don 2 for Excel Entertainment and Reliance Entertainment. The movie will release in cinemas worldwide on 23 December in both 2D and 3D formats.

    Commenting on the 3D release of Don 2, Farhan Akhtar said, "The 3D conversion of Don 2 has been done by the Reliance MediaWorks team and we are very happy with outcome. We explored the option of releasing the film in 3D by doing a test demo and the results came out looking fabulous and since it was translating well and technology has come to a point where we don‘t need to shy away from it, we decided to go ahead and give the audiences a 3D experience of Don 2."

    RMWL said that it will offer Indian film studios well-established proprietary technologies, creative expertise and powerful tools for 3D project requirements. The company will be able to provide quality and scale of services available through its operations in India which includes a team of more than 600 trained 3D artists.

    Reliance MediaWorks COO media and creative services Naresh Malik said, "Being one of the leading 3D conversion service providers to Hollywood leaders has helped us understand and develop optimal solutions that can enhance 3D viewing. We look forward to leverage this global experience to deliver unparalleled results for a variety of applications and ultimately help Indian filmmakers in creating the finest possible 3D experience."

    Reliance MediaWorks‘ bouquet of 3D services includes stereoscopic 2D to 3D conversion, services for 3D alignment issues, image and detail enhancements, grain and noise management and on-set consulting, DI grading for 3D, creation and handling of 3D DCPs and 3D camera services.

    Reliance MediaWorks currently has a presence in film services: motion picture processing and DI; visual effects; animation; film restoration and image enhancement; 3D; digital mastering: studios and equipment rentals with presence across India, the US, UK and Japan.