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EPIC ON forays into originals, announces a robust slate of series
Mumbai: EPIC ON, the OTT platform from IN10 Media Network, has captivated audiences with its diverse content, including movies, shows, documentaries, podcasts, and games. Now, the platform is excited to announce its next growth phase with a robust slate of original series.
The originals promise to take viewers on an impressive journey through compelling narratives, unforgettable characters, and high-quality production values.
Emphasising IN10 Media Network’s vision to build an influential content studio and invest in content that reflects the network’s vigour for staying ahead of the curve, IN10 Media Network managing director Aditya Pittie said, “EPIC ON originals mark a significant milestone for the platform as we aim to strategically build new partnerships and engage diverse audiences, adapting to their evolving preferences. The IPs strengthen our long-term commitment to developing content, which is demographic and platform agnostic, to cater to different markets. The team is excited to produce a plethora of binge-worthy content catering to viewers’ varied palette.”
By creating compelling original shows, the platform aims to expand its horizon and connect with a broader spectrum of viewers. “We are delighted to unveil our first six original series to the world,” said EPIC ON COO Sourjya Mohanty and added, “We have diligently assembled a remarkable ensemble of actors, creators, and writers who share our dedication to the art of storytelling.”
Mohanty highlighted the team has endeavoured to capture the pulse of the viewers – from metros to hinterlands – and wants to deliver content that offers unparalleled entertainment at affordable prices.
EPIC ON’s original shows will span various genres. From gripping dramas to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, the content lineup promises to captivate and entertain viewers of all ages.
Some highlights from EPIC ON’s upcoming original shows include:
. Tatlubaaz: A pulp-fiction show, produced by 9pm Films, is set in Varanasi and follows the story of a notorious con man. The show stars Dheeraj Dhoopar, Nargis Fakhri, and Divya Agarwal.
. Video Cam Scam: A thriller, produced by Blue Drop Films, is a story about sextortion. It showcases a chase between two worlds – scammers and a cop. The show stars Rajniesh Duggall and Amruta Khanvilkar.
. Plot 1/2: A dramedy, produced by Rusk Media, is a light-hearted story of five young & quirky but bickering cousins living in old Delhi. They all come together to save their home. Nishant Malkhani and Ankit Bhatia play important characters in the show.
. #Blue Tick (aur trolls): A drama, produced by Folklore Film Studios, is a story of an influencer – her rise and fall. The show stars Parul Gulati and Siddharth Nigam.
. Maya Deluxe: A noir thriller, produced by Lockdown Shorts Studio, is a story of a dysfunctional suburban middle-class couple living in Mumbai, but their lives are shattered when a mysterious murder takes place in their hotel and what follows.
. Chill: A slice-of-life drama, produced by Mukesh Chhabra Films, is a modern-day drama of corporate reinvention, the protagonists’ coming-of-age compels them to embrace love as their most powerful asset.
With a steadfast dedication to quality and a focus on delivering content that resonates with viewers, EPIC ON aims to redefine the digital entertainment experience. The shows will be available on the EPIC ON app and aggregator platforms like Tata Play, Airtel X-Stream, DishTV Watcho, Jio Fibre, BSNL and many others of which the super-app is part of.
The platform promises to launch numerous series in various genres in the coming months.
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Bluestone FY26 revenue rises to Rs 2,436 crore, turns profitable
Q4 profit at Rs 31 crore, full-year profit at Rs 13 crore vs loss last year.
MUMBAI: From sparkle to numbers, Bluestone seems to be polishing more than just jewellery this year. Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Limited reported a sharp turnaround in FY26, with revenue from operations rising to Rs 2,436 crore (Rs 24,364 million), up from Rs 1,770 crore (Rs 17,700 million) in FY25. The company posted a full-year profit of Rs 13 crore (Rs 131.79 million), a significant recovery from a loss of Rs 222 crore (Rs 2,218 million) a year ago.
Total income for the year stood at Rs 2,486 crore (Rs 24,860 million), compared to Rs 1,830 crore (Rs 18,300 million) in the previous year, reflecting both topline growth and improved operational momentum.
The March quarter, however, told a more nuanced story. Revenue from operations came in at Rs 681 crore (Rs 6,814 million), down from Rs 748 crore (Rs 7,486 million) in the year-ago period, though higher than Rs 461 crore (Rs 4,613 million) in the preceding December quarter. Net profit for Q4 stood at Rs 31 crore (Rs 311.81 million), compared to Rs 68 crore (Rs 688 million) a year earlier, but a clear reversal from a loss of Rs 51 crore (Rs 512 million) in Q3.
Margins were shaped by higher input costs, with raw material consumption rising to Rs 2,204 crore (Rs 22,043 million) for the full year, alongside employee benefit expenses of Rs 282 crore (Rs 2,824 million) and finance costs of Rs 210 crore (Rs 2,104 million). Other expenses came in at Rs 371 crore (Rs 3,715 million), slightly lower than Rs 393 crore (Rs 3,938 million) in FY25.
On the balance sheet front, total assets expanded to Rs 4,961 crore (Rs 49,610 million) as of March 31, 2026, from Rs 3,532 crore (Rs 35,322 million) a year earlier, driven largely by a surge in inventories to Rs 2,672 crore (Rs 26,718 million). Equity also strengthened to Rs 1,803 crore (Rs 18,030 million), nearly doubling from Rs 911 crore (Rs 9,107 million).
Cash flows reflected the cost of growth. Net cash used in operating activities stood at Rs 199 crore (Rs 1,990 million), while investing activities saw an outflow of Rs 239 crore (Rs 2,392 million). Financing activities, however, generated Rs 497 crore (Rs 4,971 million), helping the company end the year with cash and cash equivalents of Rs 108 crore (Rs 1,075 million), up from Rs 49 crore (Rs 487 million).
Earnings per share for FY26 came in at Rs 1.10, a sharp improvement from a negative Rs 79.74 in FY25, underlining the shift from losses to profitability.
With revenue scaling up, costs still glittering on the higher side, and profitability finally back in the black, BlueStone’s FY26 performance suggests a business mid-transition less about shine alone, and more about sustaining it.
