WAVES 2025: India’s Global Leap in Media and Entertainment

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 India has just hosted its first-ever global Media and Entertainment summit, and the world took notice. The World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, held in Mumbai from May 1–4, marked a transformative moment in India's creative economy.

Backed by the vision of “Create in India, Create for the World,” WAVES 2025 brought together filmmakers, tech innovators, global business leaders, and policymakers from over 90 countries, laying the foundation for India’s rise as a global content powerhouse.



🇮🇳 What Is WAVES 2025?

WAVES 2025 is India’s flagship platform to:

  • Promote its media, entertainment, and content creation industries

  • Attract global investments and forge international collaborations

  • Showcase India’s storytelling capabilities and digital infrastructure

The event took place at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention Centre and hosted over 10,000 delegates across sectors like film, gaming, animation, music, OTT, and digital media.

🎤 Major Highlights of WAVES 2025

🔹 Global Participation

Over 10,000 professionals from 90+ countries joined the summit, representing film studios, streaming giants, VFX companies, and cultural institutions.

🔹 PM Modi’s Inaugural Address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the summit, emphasizing India’s creative economy as a key pillar for economic growth, employment, and global influence.

“The world is looking at India not just as a market but as a creator of global content.” – PM Modi

🔹 Celebrities & Industry Titans

From Shah Rukh Khan and Rajinikanth to Deepika Padukone and Allu Arjun, India’s top cinematic stars were joined by global media leaders like:

  • Ted Sarandos (Netflix Co-CEO)

  • Mark Read (WPP CEO)

They discussed how Indian storytelling is influencing global narratives.

💼 Business and Investment Impact

💰 Big Deals Signed:

  • ₹8,000 Cr in MoUs by the Maharashtra Government

  • ₹1,328 Cr in business transactions at WAVES Bazaar

  • ₹50 Cr investment fund announced under the WAVEX Startup Accelerator

🏫 Launch of IICT:

Plans were unveiled for the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) to train new talent in areas like animation, gaming, and digital storytelling.

🎯 Why WAVES 2025 Matters

WAVES 2025 is more than just a summit—it’s India’s media diplomacy in action.

  • 📈 GDP Contribution: The creative sector is projected to add over ₹2 lakh crore to India's GDP by 2030.

  • 🌐 Soft Power: Indian content is gaining worldwide attention via OTT and cinema.

  • 👥 Jobs: WAVES aims to generate thousands of creative and tech jobs for the youth.

📸 Explore More:

Want to see behind-the-scenes action from WAVES 2025?
Check out the official site: wavesindia.org

✍️ Final Thoughts

WAVES 2025 wasn’t just about glitz and glamour—it was a signal to the world that India is ready to lead in global storytelling, content technology, and creative innovation. Whether you're a creator, investor, or enthusiast, the wave has just begun—don’t miss riding it.


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