India M&E looks for a place under AI sunshine as global meet starts

India is set to host the AI Impact Summit, a high-profile gathering of global leaders and industry heavyweights in artificial intelligence — a technology widely seen as one of the biggest disruptors since the advent of electricity....

Indian OTT original content supply dropped further in 2025: Ormax

India’s over-the-top (OTT) streaming landscape saw original content supply contract for the second consecutive year in 2025, with total OTT originals dropping 13 percent from 2024 to under 300 titles — the lowest tally since 2020, according to the Ormax Media study ‘Supply trends: Indian streaming originals in 2025’...

SPNI bags TV rights for Indian Super League 2025–26 season

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has secured the exclusive television broadcast rights for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 season, further strengthening its sports portfolio. The linear television rights have been sublicensed to SPNI by FanCode, which holds the media rights for the league, with primary telecast scheduled on Sony Sports Ten 2...

Times Now Navbharat to host ‘Viksit Bharat – Samriddh Uttar Pradesh’ conclave in Lucknow

Times Now Navbharat, the Hindi news channel of Times Network, is set to host its flagship on-ground leadership conclave ‘Viksit Bharat – Samriddh Uttar Pradesh’ on February 17, 2026, at Taj Lucknow...

NDTV IND.AI Summit to explore India’s AI Future on Feb 18

NDTV will host the inaugural NDTV IND.AI Summit on February 18, 2026, in New Delhi, bringing together global technology leaders, policymakers, and innovators to examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in governance, business, and society...

At EFM in Berlin, India spotlights content, co-production, tourism

India’s multi-pronged engagement at the European Film Market (EFM) 2026, held alongside the Berlin International Film Festival, took centre stage last week with a high-impact Bharat Parv event at the Ritz, underlining the country’s expanding role as a global cinematic and creative economy hub, apart from other initiatives...

Now AI film school trains next gen of Hollywood moviemakers

Laid-off and sidelined by last year’s production slowdown, Hollywood visual‑effects veteran Michael Eng discovered a gap in his resume while pursuing job listings in Los Angeles — experience in machine learning. Eng turned to Curious Refuge...

‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ won’t have sequel, says Ranbir Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor has ruled out the possibility of a sequel to his 2013 hit romantic film ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, putting an end to long-standing speculation among fans. The actor addressed the demand for a second instalment during a special Valentine’s Day Instagram...

Ankuur Rajesh Kapila returns to ZEE5 as National Sales Head

Ankuur Rajesh Kapila has rejoined Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited’s OTT platform ZEE5 as National Sales Head, marking his return to the Zee network. He assumed the role in February 2026 and will be based in Mumbai...

Franchise returns, origin stories set to define 2026 watchlists

Some stories don’t just return — they evolve, expand and revisit worlds audiences thought they already knew. From long-awaited sequels and high-stakes finales to compelling prequels that rewind the clock, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for global entertainment...

Mirchi launches ‘Jal Vaani’ with National Water Mission to promote conservation

India’s growing concerns around water shortages, polluted rivers and irregular supply have brought the issue of conservation into sharper focus. Against this backdrop, Mirchi has launched ‘Mirchi Jal Vaani’, a nationwide radio initiative in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti...

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ketan Mehta collaborate for ‘Jai Somnath’

Acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has joined hands with veteran director Ketan Mehta for ‘Jai Somnath’, an ambitious historical drama based on a significant chapter of Indian history....

‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’ crosses Rs.100 cr investment milestone on Amazon MX Player

Amazon MX Player’s entrepreneurial reality series ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’ has crossed its Rs.100 crore investment commitment early in the season, marking a significant milestone for the startup-focused show. Positioned as a platform....

AI reshapes telecom networks at India AI Impact Summit 2026

Telecom networks are emerging as a central force in India’s artificial intelligence ambitions as the India AI Impact Summit 2026 begins in New Delhi. Industry leaders say telecom infrastructure is no longer just a medium for data transmission but is evolving into the backbone...

‘EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse’ gets Hindi premiere on ChanaJor OTT

ChanaJor OTT has expanded its content catalogue with the Hindi premiere of ‘EVOL: A Love Story in Reverse’, which is now streaming exclusively on the platform....