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Minnow on world stage, but Indian media business is growing big: Report

US, China remain biggest pie-holders globally, says PwC report

Indian media, entertainment industry may touch Rs 4.3 trn by 2026: Report

The Indian media and entertainment industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8 per cent and reach Rs 4.30 lakh crore by 2026, according to a report by global consultancy firm PwC. The growth would be paced by digital media and advertising through deeper penetration of the internet and mobile devices in the domestic market, along with traditional media, which will hold their steady growth, the report said. TV advertising is expected to reach over Rs 43,000 crore by 2026. It will make India the fifth-largest TV advertising market globally, after the US, Japan, China and the UK. The Indian media and entertainment industry is expected to be around Rs 3.14 crore in 2022, registering an overall growth of 11.4 per cent, as per the PwC's Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2022-2026. India's OTT Video services are expected to become a Rs 21,031 crore industry in the next four years by 2026, in which Rs 19,973 crore would come from subscription-based services and Rs 1,058 crore from ...

Korean thriller Squid Games season 2 officially announced by Netflix

Korean thriller series Squid Games season 2 has been officially confirmed by Netflix. It is a dystopian show about cash-strapped people competing in children's games for cash

Literary toast to 50th anniversary of John Travolta-starrer show 'Grease'

The story of the show's ro­cky beginnings into a pop culture juggernaut is told in the new oral history book Gre­a­se: Tell Me More, Tell Me More

Bollywood stages a comeback after extended weak show at box office

The movie, released on May 20, likely to touch Rs 150 cr in collections this week; buzz strong for second half of 2022 thanks to a strong line-up, say distributors

MX Player will be biggest beneficiary of Indian OTT growth: Satyan Gajwani

Platform is not profitable today but will grow rapidly, says vice chairman of Times Internet.

Gangubai Kathiawadi has worked well overseas too: Bhansali Productions CEO

The film has grossed (inclusive of taxes) Rs 200 crore at the global box office

Managing Stars: Seasoned Entrepreneur Ankit Chouhan launches YFS Entertainment

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What would Netflix's new model mean for the Indian OTT ecosystem?

Netflix's customer base shrunk by 2,00,000 during the January-March quarter, and likely to lose 2 mn more in the current quarter. It is now mulling a low-cost subscription, supported by advertising.

Lights, cameras, and security: Alia, Ranbir wedding festivities kick off

According to Yusuf Ibrahim, Alia's security in-charge, the team has been asked to provide protection for four-five days

'RRR' smashes box office records, earns Rs 233 cr worldwide on Day 1

Director S.S. Rajamouli's magnum opus 'RRR', featuring actors Ram Charan and Jr NTR in the lead, has shattered records at the box office to emerge as India's biggest blockbuster

Unshackling the creative sector

All these digital ecosystems have some stunning success stories to showcase

Xgimi Halo+ review: A portable 1080p projector with Android TV 10 OS

The Xgimi Halo+ is ideal for those who want the convenience of portability without compromising on audio and visual experience

Moishe Mana Develops Miami's New Entertainment Hotspot

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Lost another gem from music industry: Celebs remember Bappi Lahiri

The 69-year-old had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday

Roposo launches creator-led live entertainment commerce for shoppers

Live commerce, a format that allows users to shop online while watching live video streaming events, could hit $300 bn in sales in China this year. It is still at a nascent stage in India

A musical journey by road across the length and breadth of India

Amit Trivedi soaks in the acoustic legacy of five states, driving through each of them in a road trip spanning almost an year

Rhiti Group partners with Kanodia Group to launch 'RDX Play'

The entertainment platform aims to engage creators and audiences across all age groups to create original short videos and movies.

Zee Entertainment posts first quarter net profit of Rs 209 crore

Subscription revenue was at Rs 813.05 crore as against Rs 744.311 crore in Q1/FY 2020-21.

'Friends' Reunion Special: Some revelations that gave fans further insight

The series about six friends hanging out in a coffee shop and discussing their life took the global audience by storm and it has helped in shaping the lives of so many people around the world