The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is all set to host the highly anticipated Future of Video India 2025 conference on May 2, 2025, at the Trident, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai.

As part of the inaugural World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES), the event promises to bring together some of the brightest minds, innovators, and leaders from the media and entertainment industry to chart the course for the future of the sector.

According to an official press release by AVIA, the conference will dive deep into transformative trends and groundbreaking advancements that are reshaping India’s rapidly growing media and entertainment ecosystem. A major highlight of the event will be sessions exploring the integration of AI and cutting-edge technology within media companies, as well as bold content strategies being crafted by streaming giants like JioStar, Netflix, Prime Video, and Sony Pictures Networks India.

The conference agenda also includes discussions on the evolving role of regulatory frameworks, the changing face of premium video advertising, and the rise of hybrid business models that are redefining how content is created, distributed, and monetized. With India emerging as a key player in the global entertainment arena, speakers will also share insights on what it will take for Indian content to achieve global dominance.

An impressive line-up of speakers has been confirmed for the event. Notable names include Abhay Shanker Verma, Principal Advisor (Broadcasting & Cable Services) at TRAI; Deepak Dhar, Founder and Group CEO of Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India; Ashwin Padmanabhan, COO of GroupM South Asia; Sushant Sreeram, CMO of JioStar; and Monika Shergill, Vice President – Content at Netflix India. Prime Video’s top executives, Kelly Day, Head of International & Vice President, and Gaurav Gandhi, Vice President for Asia Pacific & MENA, will also be sharing their perspectives on the future of streaming.

Adding further weight to the roster are Vynsley Fernandes, Whole-time Director at Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd & CEO, NXTDIGITAL; Saurabh Srivastava, COO – Digital at Shemaroo Entertainment Limited; and Gaurav Banerjee, Managing Director and CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India. Each speaker brings a unique perspective on the industry’s dynamic shifts and the opportunities that lie ahead.

Future of Video India 2025 is being seen as a pivotal gathering for anyone passionate about where the future of entertainment is headed. From technology integration and new advertising models to global content aspirations, the event aims to be a one-stop platform for deep discussions and strategic insights.

Future of Video India 2025 is proudly supported by Gold Sponsor Publica by IAS, along with Silver Sponsors INVIDI, MEASAT, and PubMatic. For those looking to stay ahead in the evolving world of media, registration details and more information are available on the official event page.