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  • Big Cinemas associates with Maniyar Market

    Big Cinemas associates with Maniyar Market

    MUMBAI: Big Cinemas, a division of Reliance MediaWorks and a member of Reliance Group, has announced its association with Maniyar Market – a multi brand retail store into provisions and grains. This association will culminate into the launch of a 7,730 sq ft supermarket inside Big Cinemas. In addition to this, Maniyar Market will also be opening Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) and eateries inside the premises, catering to the local flavour needs of Aurangabad.

     

    Harihar Maniyar said: “We felt that both Big Cinemas and Maniyar Market follow a format that attracts high footfalls and bringing these together would definitely result in a win-win situation for both. We are extremely glad to be associated with the Reliance Group.”

     

    Big Cinemas, with over 410 screens across the country, has a strong reach in the interiors and metros alike and is gradually adopting a retail model, thereby encouraging F&B as well as lifestyle brands to come together and offer an enhanced experience to customers. 

     

    Big Cinemas head – sales and marketing Shirish Srivastava said: “The association with Maniyar Market is in alignment with our goal to adopt a retail model at Big Cinemas. We are here to integrate cinema viewing along with retail therapy and hope Aurangabad enjoys this pilot project.”

  • Big Cinemas launches a multiplex in Ajmer, Rajasthan

    Big Cinemas launches a multiplex in Ajmer, Rajasthan

    MUMBAI: BIG Cinemas continues with its expansion plans with carefully chosen revenue centers and launches yet another property in Ajmer, Rajasthan in association with Ansal A.P.I. The Big Cinemas Multiplex is located at the Ansal Courtyard Mall.  The Big Cinemas, multiplex in Ajmer is Reliance MediaWorks 98th multiplex in India, and 7th in Rajasthan.  The new Big Cinemas multiplex provides a perfect venue for the inaugural run of new movie releases in Ajmer.

    The new Big Cinemas multiplex will enhance the cinema viewing experience in Ajmer. This cinema is equipped with 2K projection system and Digital Dolby sound, along with 3D screen capabilities for both the screens. Spread across an area of approximately 9,000 sqft the new Big Cinemas multiplex has 2 screens and luxurious seating arrangements. A visit to the new Big Cinema will also be a gastronomic experience as you can choose from an array of fresh burgers, sandwiches and wraps.

    Speaking on the occasion Mr. Venkatesh Roddam, CEO Reliance MediaWorks said, “”We’re looking forward to providing the people of Ajmer a truly state-of-the-art multiplex and a fantastic new amenity that’s fitting for this excellent location.  At Big Cinemas our clients will have the best cinema experience and a great choice of movies close by.  The North West is proving to be a key area for Reliance MediaWorks and we’re very pleased that Ajmer is welcoming us and taking its place as a significant part of our national business.”

    Commenting on the launch, Mr. Ashish Saksena COO Big Cinemas said, “We want to ensure that Ajmer is at the forefront of cutting edge cinema entertainment and our investment in the city highlights our commitment and dedication to creating the ultimate entertainment experience for everyone in the area. “

    The two-screen multiplex will offer patrons the luxurious ‘Big Cinemas’ experience. Big Cinemas looks to set the bar for delivering the premium cinema-going experience to the people of Ajmer.

    At Big Cinemas ‘You Matter’, our mission is to deliver an unforgettable entertainment experiences, and we look forward to presenting the world’s biggest blockbusters in the world’s most immersive cinematic format to the people of Ajmer. Mr. Saksena added.

     

  • Reliance MediaWorks studios emerges as a preferred destination

    Reliance MediaWorks studios emerges as a preferred destination

    MUMBAI: Reliance MediaWorks studios Mumbai’s Largest and India’s first ‘Hollywood benchmarked’ super silent ‘sync sound’ capable sound stages built to stringent acoustical and structural specifications attracts the entire film television and commercial facility, as a one stop destination for all their production needs. Next years most awaited releases Salman Khan Starrer, Jai Ho and Aamir Khan’s P.K. were amongst of a host of movies shot at the studio.

    Commenting on the Reliance MediaWorks studio actor Salman Khan said, “It is fun to work in such a close to nature environment, with utmost peace and best standard of quality, the best thing about working in RMW Studios is that everything is so organized that we do not have to wait for anything, all shooting measures have been taken care of, nicely”.

    Commenting about the facilities at the Reliance MediaWorks Studio, Director Mr. Sohail Khan, said, “The RMW studio is a unique experience that makes filming a simple, effortless experience. We shot at the RMW studio for “Jai Ho”, our next production starring Salman Khan, and I am very impressed with the ease in which they were able to manage our shoot. Thank you so much for a stress free and enjoyable shooting schedule. The Reliance MediaWorks studio is a great facility and has great people to work with. I will definitely be back with bigger projects.”

    Raj Kumar Hirani, who filmed P.K. starring Aamir Khan at the Reliance MediaWorks studio, commented “We had a great time filming at Reliance MediaWorks Studios, things were made much easier by the access to all the facilities and having everything we needed at our fingertips. I was very impressed with the level of detail and focus on Western standards that went into building your sound stages and the supporting workshops. Way to go Reliance MediaWorks team. The combination of great facilities and friendly, knowledgeable staff made sure the shoot was problem free”.

    “The studios have been designed to meet both local and international film needs. “We aspired to create a total world-class facility here to enable producers capture their creative imagination in celluloid. What has been really encouraging is the number of producers and shows that keep coming back to use our facilities which are of real International standards.” Mr. Ashish Chakravorty of Reliance MediaWorks said. He further added that Phases II and III of the studio is gearing up to be operational from FY’14.

    The RMW studios offer enviable height options; unmatched data transfer connectivity and sync sound, making it an ideal choice for both film productions and broadcasters. RMW has fully operational 3 Sound Stages (Popularly called Studio 7), and 24 rooms of attached comprehensive production support facilities, to make the most extensive and complex design concepts possible. The RMW studio encompasses multipurpose workshops, art departments, make-up rooms, wardrobe rooms, star rooms, production offices, green rooms and storage spaces form part of the of the studio.

    The studios provides uncompromised access to a range of production & post production services for all media including Film and Digital Cameras, Broadcast Multicam Solutions, Automated Lighting Solutions, the finest Film Lab in India, DI Suites, VFX facilities and a world class Dolby Certified Preview Theatre.

    The Reliance MediaWorks Studio is on par with international standards. It provides sync-sound i.e. a noise co-efficient less than 30 db, which is not offered by any other Indian studio. It is the largest, fully air-conditioned facility in Mumbai with a clear internal height of 58ft. enabling enormous ‘live load’ bearing capacities and elephant doors which allow full truck access on to the stages. The fire safety and security measures are as per Los Angeles County Fire Department regulations.

    The recently concluded IPL “Extra Innings” has used the studio as its home base; Set Max did their direct to edit setups too. Reality shows like, Indian Idol, X-Factor, MTV Coke Studio have used the Reliance MediaWorks sound stages repeatedly over the years.

    Feature Films like Agneepath, Lootera, Agent Vinod, Student of the Year, Singham, Dhoom 3 and Ram Leela amongst others have been extensively shot here. On account of the monsoons in Mumbai, Sanjay Leela Bhansali Films had moved their entire outdoor set into the RMW’s studio facility which ensured continuity of the shoot and no delays.

  • Big Cinemas launch a multiplex in Kundli Haryana

    Big Cinemas launch a multiplex in Kundli Haryana

    MUMBAI: Pushing up the cadence of its expansion plans, Reliance MediaWorks is all set to launch a Big Cinemas, multiplex in Kundli Haryana. Conveniently located at Ansal Highway Plaza Mall one of the most happening and widely popular places in the city. Big Cinemas multiplex in Kundli is Reliance MediaWorks 96th multiplex in India, 3rd in Haryana and 32ndin Northern India. The multiplex will be inaugurated by Shri. Mr. Chandra Shekhar, IAS (Deputy Commissioner, Sonipat) and Mr. Pranav Ansal, Vice Chairman Ansal API.

    The new Big Cinemas multiplex will enhance the cinema viewing experience in Kundli. This cinema is equipped with 2K projection system and is equipped with a 3D screen and fully digital sound. Spread across an area of approximately 28000 sqft the new Big Cinemas multiplex has 3 screens and a seating capacity of approximately 666 people. The opening of the multiplex coincides with the most eagerly awaited film of the year Dhoom 3 which will be screened at the theatre.

    Speaking on the occasion Mr. Venkatesh Roddam, CEO Reliance MediaWorks said, “Big Cinemas have consistently delivered a differentiated entertainment experience that has not only delighted our guests but offered us a competitive edge that has strengthened our business. Throughout the network, of Big Cinemas the quality of film theaters and services is constantly being improved notably through the development of digital projection to offer both higher projection quality and a greater diversity of films. We look forward to introducing audiences to a movie-going experience unlike anything they’ve experienced before.”

    Commenting on the launch, Mr. Ashish Saksena COO Big Cinemas said, “We are reinforcing our presence in North India with the expansion of our cinemas business and are extremely happy to extend the reach of our most vibrant brand, Big Cinemas to the residents of Kundli. We are confident that our new multiplex would receive a warm welcome from the discerning audience in the city because of the unparalleled movie experience and extremely enjoyable ambience that Big Cinemas offers.”

  • Reliance MediaWorks wins Best Visual Effects Feature Film Studio India 2013 award

    Reliance MediaWorks wins Best Visual Effects Feature Film Studio India 2013 award

    MUMBAI: Reliance Mediaworks has won the “Best Visual Effects Feature Film Studio India 2013″ award for Mani Ratnam’s film Kadal, at the 24FPS Awards 2013. The 24FPS International Animation Awards is recognition for animation talent from across India and beyond.

     Reliance MediaWorks had worked on the visual effects of Mani Ratnam’s film ‘Kadal’, released on 1 February.  The company provided end to end solutions for services in visual effects, digital intermediate (DI), elaborate colour grading and digital cinema mastering for the film. Kadal, revolves around the life of Christian fishermen who instill the fact how faith can lead to the triumph of humanity.

    Reliance MediaWorks CEO Venkatesh Roddam said “It has been a privilege and a challenge to work with the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and Rajiv Menon, on Kadal. The duo along with the artistic editor Srihar Prasad gave us a free hand to execute their creative vision. We are very excited on winning the 24FPS Award, and I congratulate the team. The award bears testimony of how the blend of modern technology and a great pool of human talent can contribute to dramatic storytelling”

    The team at Reliance MediaWorks delivered stunning visual effects (over 700+ shots) keeping a hawk eye focus on Mani Ratnam’s brief and his vision. 

    Adding to the same, the film’s DOP Rajiv Menon said; “We technicians work hard on every film, we also form strong bonds as we toil and try to get the colours and textures just right and when the film is released all is forgotten.  I would like to place on record my gratitude to every member of the Reliance MediaWorks team who have worked round the clock, under very difficult timelines and delivered an absolutely world class post production job on the film. Half the credit I am getting for the visuals of Kadal, I need to share with the team at Reliance MediaWorks. I thank you all once again. Keep the flag flying!”

  • Reliance MediaWorks partner with Dharma Productions

    Reliance MediaWorks partner with Dharma Productions

    MUMBAI: In yet another triumph of great visual post production work Reliance MediaWorks has delivered a whopping 750 plus VFX shots for Gori Tere Pyar Mein. Reliance MediaWorks have partnered with Dharma Productions to offer a complete range of post-production services like VFX, Digital Intermediate and Color Grading for Dharma productions latest offering.

    Reliance MediaWorks has a great working relationship with Dharma Productions, built over the years and brings that knowledge and learning to the project. The Reliance MediaWorks team worked closely with the Gori Tere Pyar Mein crew throughout filming, instead of coming in at the tail end of the production. This put Reliance MediaWorks in a position to help shape the overall look and aesthetics of the film.

    The goal with the VFX for the film was to be photoreal and keep the audience guessing about implementation. The film is set in a small village in Gujarat; Reliance MediaWorks (RMW) brought out the rural area and gave it a more rustic look through VFX.

    Mr. Venkatesh Roddam, CEO Reliance MediaWorks said, “As Gori Tere Pyar Mein’ is an easy-going romantic movie and not a VFX based movie, most of the VFX in the film is invisible. However, the elements that have been created as part of the VFX for the film play an essential role in the plot of the film, thereby making the task of handling the VFX that much more challenging creatively, and significant to the film. The movie is targeted at the youth with a lot of comic inputs, we preferred to keep the color scheme vibrant, yet signifying warmth and romance and switch the looks and textures as per the varying locations.

    There is a bridge in the film that forms a crucial element in the story. The same has been created through VFX in post-production, ditto for the river that flows beneath the bridge. The bridge was a modeled and textured computer generated representation of a real bridge. The models built had to be highly detailed because a large number of close-up shots were to be done on the bridge. For the river, various shots of a lake were taken, which were then given depth and magnitude using the VFX technology.

    Commenting on the same Punit Malhotra Director Gori tere Pyar Mein said, “For a film like Gori Tere Pyaar Mein, no one is really aware of the VFX work. Neither does the storyline indicate, nor is that highlighted in the communication. Thereby the transition of the VFX into the frames had to be seamless and almost invisible and non-intrusive for the viewer. That is precisely the reason why we chose to partner with Team RMW.

    One challenge was the set extension (the bridge and the river), since they appear in some scenes shot without cranes or tripods to stabilize the camera. Both the set extensions are very crucial to the film. It was essential that viewers believe that the same were real. It was also necessary to manipulate the physical environment to reflect the mood of the film. Since RMW was also the DI house for the project these types of color adjustments went very smoothly between the VFX and DI departments.

    Gori Tere Pyar Mein is directed by Punit Malhotra. The movie stars Imran Khan and Kareena Kapoor in lead roles, and is produced by Dharma Productions.

  • Reliance MediaWorks enhance the visual appeal of Krrish 3

    Reliance MediaWorks enhance the visual appeal of Krrish 3

    MUMBAI: Reliance MediaWorks have done the color grading and digital intermediate for Krrish 3. The most eagerly awaited superhero movie that is expected to sparkle at the box office this Diwali. 

    Krrish 3 is the third in the franchise that began with 2003 hit sci-fi movie Koi…Mil Gaya, Krrish 3 will take forward the story of the superhero Krrish, played by Hrithik Roshan.
    Creative choices of color play was an extremely important role in storytelling, especially for a sci-fi film like Krrish 3 where Hrithik will take on evil mutants and save the world from destruction in his superhero avatar.

    Speaking on the same Reliance MediaWorks CEO Venkatesh Roddam said: “Krissh 3 was not an easy film as it came with a huge legacy. In Krrish 3 it was important to create a consistent look and feel to the story overall. Krrish 3 provided a great opportunity for us to showcase the diverse skills within the businesses and further reinforced our position as a fully integrated high-end facility.”

    The color timing helped define locations and enhance and ensure the mood of scenes worked and that the entire movie flowed. On top of color timing, were added, a lot of little nuances fine-tuning on the image such as enhancing the mutant’s traits like the color of the tongue and the eye’s iris details. But most of the detailing time was utilised to ensure the realistic integration of the VFX. Hrithik and Rakesh took a very active role in the DI process ensuring their high vision was reached.

    Commenting on the same, Krrish 3 producer and director Rakesh Roshan said: “I am thrilled and enthusiastic about Krrish 3. This project has all the insightful and risqué visuals we have come to expect from the franchise. I was very confident that Reliance MediaWorks was the “Go to” place for DI and colour grading.  True to expectation they have made Krrish 3 one of the most memorable movies of all time.”

    Rakesh Roshan’s vision, coupled with stunning visuals, has turned the franchise into a thrillingly audacious mix of grand storytelling and powerful and provocative themes.
    With the advent of technology image quality gets superior and thereby the minutest of details need to be highlighted appropriately, which is where a sci-fi film becomes creatively challenging and demands more techno-creative expertise. Add to it the brand value of the Krrish franchise makes working on the project a fruitful experience.

  • Rohit Shetty and Reliance MediaWorks partner again for ‘Chennai Express’

    Rohit Shetty and Reliance MediaWorks partner again for ‘Chennai Express’

    Mumbai 21st August 2013: Reliance MediaWorks (www.reliancemediaworks.com) has again partnered with film director Rohit Shetty for his latest offering ‘Chennai Express” which released in August 2013. Reliance MediaWorks provided solutions for services in visual effects, Digital intermediate (DI) and Digital Cinema Mastering for the film. The Company also worked on SD telecine for the rushes and HD color correction for the promo deliveries in various formats across delivery platforms. The processing lab also worked on negative processing & the final release prints of the film.

    Chennai Express is about a man’s journey from Mumbai to Rameshwaram and what happens along the way after he falls in love with the daughter of a don. The film top lines Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone and is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and UTV Motion Pictures.

    The Team at Reliance MediaWorks has delivered 68 minutes of 1300 Visual Effects shots along with an elaborate colour grading Digital Intermediate (DI). The Reliance MediaWorks DI team included colorist Makarand Surte, Sr. Line Producer Dilesh Gupta, who were ably supported by the entire DI team

    Mr. Naveen Paul – Creative Head for VFX, Reliance MediaWorks said “It has been a privilege and a challenge to work with the combination of Rohit Shetty and Shah Rukh Khan, on Chennai Express. The duo gave us a free hand to execute their vision. It has been an absolute honour for us to be associated with such dedicated team of professionals who allowed the free flow and interaction of ideas and creativity.” Naveen credits his team comprising Pankaj Kalbende, Ranadheer Reddy, Abrez Mohammed, Vinoth Ganesh along with others who worked on executing and delivering the result.

    We would like to thank the team at Red Chllies and Rohit Shetty for their support and trust in our capabilities, Added Nishit Shetty, Vice President, Operations, Reliance MediaWorks.

  • 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 quarter net loss at Rs 2.33 bn

    Reliance MediaWorks quarter net loss at Rs 2.33 bn

    MUMBAI: Media and entertainment company Reliance MediaWorks has reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 2.33 billion for the quarter ended 30 September compared to Rs 1.20 billion for the same period last year.

    The company‘s total income from operations stood at Rs 2.14 billion in the quarter which is 8.59 per cent lower than Rs 2.35 billion reported in the earlier quarter.

    The current fiscal of the company extended till 30 September. In a filing on the Bombay Stock Exchange, the company informed: “The data in respect of the 18 months from April 1, 2010 to September 30, 2011 has been derived as a summation of the data for the year ended March 31, 2011 and the half year ended September 30, 2011. Accordingly, results for the quarter ended September 30, 2011, have been included as the corresponding quarter.”

    Reliance MediaWorks‘ revenue from film production services business stood at Rs 353.5 million. Income from theatrical exhibition and television/film production and distribution segments was Rs 1.63 billion and Rs 173.9 million respectively.

    The company‘s current liabilities stood at Rs 20.89 billion. Earlier this year, the company‘s board had approved raising up to Rs six billion through rights issue to ‘substantially reduce the debt‘ and is in the process of raising another Rs 6.05 billion from a foreign private equity fund by selling a substantial minority stake in its Film and Media Services division.