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The Content Hub x VAM Summit 2026 unveils stellar creative line-up
Filmmakers, showrunners and storytellers set to converge in Mumbai this May
MUMBAI: The landscape of Indian entertainment is no longer defined by the singular glow of a cinema screen. Instead, it has become a sprawling, high-velocity digital frontier where the lines between traditional storytelling and bleeding-edge technology have all but evaporated. To navigate this transformation, Indian Television Dot Com has unveiled the visionaries set to headline The Content Hub x VAM (VFX & More) Summit and Awards 2026. This gathering of the industry’s architectural minds will convene on May 14th and 15th at NESCO, Goregaon. The summit promises two days of insight, innovation and storytelling excellence.
Bringing together voices from film, OTT, television, animation and reality formats, the summit aims to create a dynamic knowledge-sharing platform where some of India’s most influential creatives will unpack their craft, journeys and the future of content.
Among the prominent names is cinematographer Ayananka Bose, known for his polished, high-gloss visual style in films like Freddy and Kaabil. His expertise in crafting atmospheric visuals is expected to offer valuable lessons in cinematic storytelling.
Celebrated actor Divya Dutta brings her wealth of experience across over 100 films, including standout performances in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Chiraiya. Her session is likely to explore performance depth and character building.
OTT pioneer Karan Anshuman, the creative force behind Inside Edge, Mirzapur and Rana Naidu, represents the evolving landscape of streaming content, while director Karan Singh Tyagi will offer insights into historical storytelling following his work on Kesari Chapter 2.
Producer-filmmaker Kartk D Nishandar, known for Taali and Amar Vishwas, brings a cross-regional perspective, while Manu Anand is set to discuss innovation in filmmaking, particularly his work on AI-driven projects like Krishna.
Acclaimed storyteller Nitya Mehra, known for Made in Heaven and Big Girls Don’t Cry, adds a strong voice on contemporary narratives and women-centric storytelling.
Veteran director Ravindra Gautam, recognised for Maharani Season 2, will bring insights into political dramas and long-form storytelling, while filmmaker Siddharth P Malhotra of Alchemy Films is expected to delve into emotionally driven narratives shaped by films like Hichki and Maharaj.
Animation and VFX specialist Subodh Khanolkar will represent India’s evolving animation landscape, while National Award-winning filmmaker Satyanshu Singh is set to share insights from projects like Chintu Ka Birthday and his upcoming series Black Warrant.
Director Sharan Sharma, known for Gunjan Saxena and Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, will discuss crafting inspirational narratives, while Suparn Verma brings experience from major streaming hits like The Family Man and Rana Naidu.
From the non-fiction space, Vankush Arora will highlight the evolving grammar of reality television through shows like Laughter Chefs, alongside Vinod V Thazavana, a seasoned director of large-scale formats such as MasterChef India and Super Dancer.
Also part of the line-up are creatives like Siddhartha Jayakar and Rangita Pritish Nandy, further strengthening the summit’s diverse creative representation.
With a wide spectrum of talent, from cinematic visionaries to reality TV specialists, the summit will offer deep dives into storytelling, technology, production design and the business of content.
The complete speaker line-up will feature over 150 experts across broadcasting, OTT, direction, cinematography, VFX and technology, with an expected turnout of 2,000 attendees, positioning the summit among the country’s largest gatherings of content professionals.
The summit is co-powered by SideFX and Tathastu Techno Solutions, with Adobe as the Gold partner. Associate partners include ARK Infosolutions, Autodesk and Foundry, while industry partners comprise Chana Jor, Dashverse, Famous Studios, Hoichoi and XP-Pen. MIDCCA joins as the community partner.
As India’s media landscape evolves at pace and competition for audience attention intensifies, the summit aims to serve as a key meeting ground for decision-makers shaping the future of content.
For more information, visit: https://event.animationxpress.com/vam/ and https://www.thecontenthub.in/
To register for VAM Summit & The Content Hub: https://event.animationxpress.com/vam_summit_2026/index.php
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VAM Summit & Awards x The Content Hub to feature a presentation on AI-based film ‘Shatak’
Paperboat Design Studios’ creative director Aashish Mall will take audiences inside the making of India’s first AI-driven feature film at the Mumbai event
MUMBAI: As conversations around artificial intelligence continue to reshape the creative landscape, this year’s VAM Summit & Awards x The Content Hub is set to host a compelling session on Shatak, touted as India’s first AI-driven feature film.
The session will be held by Paperboat Design Studios’ creative director, Aashish Mall, who will take audiences inside the making of the film, offering a closer look at how AI tools are being integrated into the filmmaking process, from ideation to execution. Titled Shatak – Making of India’s First AI Feature Film, the presentation is expected to unpack the evolving relationship between technology and storytelling, while also addressing the opportunities and challenges of adopting AI in long-form content creation.
With the sixth edition of the VAM Summit & Awards x The Content Hub scheduled for May 14 and 15 at Nesco, Mumbai, the session aligns closely with this year’s central themes, “AI x Creativity: Redefining Storytelling in 2026” and “Content Acceleration: The Race for Attention.” As the industry navigates this shift, Shatak stands as a case study in experimentation and innovation within the Indian content ecosystem.
The event continues to bring together creators, technologists, and industry leaders to explore the future of media and entertainment through discussions, presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
The event is co-powered by SideFX and Tathastu Techno Solutions. The gold partner is Adobe, while the associate partners include ARK Infosolutions, Autodesk, and Foundry. The industry partners are Chana Jor, Famous Studios, Hoichoi, Dashverse and XPpen. The community partner is MIDCCA.
For more information, visit here: https://event.animationxpress.com/vam/ and https://www.thecontenthub.in/
To register for VAM Summit & The Content Hub: https://event.animationxpress.com/vam_summit_2026/index.php
