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  • TCH 2024: Ink on the edge: Overcoming challenges for writers with audio series

    TCH 2024: Ink on the edge: Overcoming challenges for writers with audio series

    Mumbai: The eighth edition of The Content Hub Summit delved into the ever-changing world of content creation. With the consolidation of platforms, creators face new hurdles in gaining visibility, maximising revenue, and maintaining creative freedom. The event also explored the remarkable theatrical success of Indian cinema and unraveled the secrets behind its unprecedented profits, with a critical eye towards its sustainability.

    The session was chaired by Radioandmusic.com editor Namrata Kale. It included the following panelists: writer & director Pubali Chaudhuri, screenwriter Ishani Banerjee, Majburi Main Bandha Ek Rishta writer Jigyasa and Pocket FM head – branding and communications Vineet Singh.

    The panel discussion shed light on the challenges writers face in the audio, film, and OTT industries, stressing the need for recognition, fair contracts, and empowerment.

    Pubali emphasized the need to acknowledge writers’ contributions and improve revenue sharing, while Ishani highlighted the significance of contracts, credits, and acknowledgment in empowering writers. Vineet outlined Pocket FM’s initiatives to empower writers globally with equitable revenue-sharing models, while Jigyasa shared her journey of discovering writing talent during the lockdown and finding success with Pocket FM.

    In conclusion, the panel underscored the industry’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by writers and providing platforms like Pocket FM to showcase diverse narratives.
     

  • Voice of radio, Ameen Sayani passes on

    Voice of radio, Ameen Sayani passes on

    MUMBAI: When you think of radio, one name that immediately pops up is Ameen Sayani. Well, we will hear his live voice no more. The veteran radio host passed away late last night. He was 91. He hosted the ever so popular Geetmala on Radio Ceylon which gathered Indian masses Later he stepped into the shoes of his brother Hamid Sayani when he passed away to be the voice of Bournvita Quiz Contest.

    Sayani was also the voice behind many a radio jingle and TV commercial. His passing is an irreparable loss to the now challenged world of radio. He is survived by his son Rajil Sayani.

    Indiantelevision.com wishes with all its heart that may his soul rest in peace.