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Vashu Bhagnani ventures into animation with DB Films & Animation.
Mumbai: DB Films and Animation aims to dream bigger and create top-class entertainment content for families across the world, focusing on animation, edutainment, production, distribution, digital media exploitation, licensing & merchandising, gaming, AR/VR & other emerging technologies.
Starting his career as a producer in 1995 with Coolie No. 1, Bhagnani’s fame soared in Bollywood with films such as Hero No. 1 (1997), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai (2001), Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2002), Bell Bottom (2021), Cuttputli (2022), and many more, earning him the title of producer number one in the industry.
Producer No.1 has already announced its live-action slate for 2023-2024, appealing to film buffs across genres, including action, drama, comedy, suspense, romance, social, and more. The lineup includes Ganapath, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, #Production45, and two more biggies. The company is proud to be home to some of the biggest film stars in the country, having built its reputation through powerful storytelling.
DB Films and Animation founded by Bhagnani – believes in creating and developing world-class animation content that not only entertains but also offers an enriching experience to the audience. According to Vashu Bhagnani, the idea to venture into the animation industry came to him a few years ago when he spent a lot of time with his grandchildren and realised there is a huge gap in the production and consumption pattern. The content according to him was not doing justice to the significant potential of heritage, culture, and history in the international market. This realization sparked his passion for creating top-quality, culturally enriching animated content. As DB Films and Animation ventures into animation, Bhagnani remains committed to his passion for storytelling and unwavering dedication to producing exceptional quality content that will make a significant impact in the animation industry.
The company believes in going the extra mile to “Entertain the World.” In addition to this, with DB Films and Animation, the company plans to leverage the power of animation, including the captivating style of Anime, which originated in Japan and has gained popularity worldwide, to create visually stunning and engaging content that can inspire and motivate children and adults alike. Anime offers a distinct visual and narrative style that can resonate with a global audience. “Whether it’s a hand-drawn masterpiece of the past or a modern CGI film, the art of animation has been charming us with captivating characters, stories, and worlds for nearly a century,” added Bhagnani. DB Films & Animation was founded for taking unique untold stories to the world, which are otherwise difficult to show in live action.” added Bhagnani.
Located in the UK, Vashu Bhagnani started the studio with the aim of creating stories that are closest to all our hearts and showcasing their potential in the animation medium.
The team is made up of industry veterans, and the studio boasts of world-class infrastructure, a comprehensive in-house pipeline, and a committed crew of personnel. And from what we hear DB Films and Animation is set to unveil an exciting and diverse line-up of projects that will captivate audiences worldwide soon.
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Marico founder Harsh Mariwala’s book Harsh Realities set for film adaptation
Almighty Motion Picture taps Karan Vyas to script Marico story
MUMBAI: Almighty Motion Picture is turning its lens on India Inc., with plans to adapt Harsh Realities: The Making of Marico into a screen project. The story charts the rise of Harsh Mariwala, the chairman and founder of Marico, and is currently in early development, according to a report by Variety.
Writer Karan Vyas, known for his work on Scam 1992, Scoop and Made in India – A Titan Story, is attached to pen the screenplay. The project continues the studio’s growing interest in real-life Indian narratives that blend business with human drama.
At the heart of the story lies a defining moment in 1987, when Mariwala chose to step away from the family-run Bombay Oil Industries and strike out on his own. What followed was not just the creation of a company, but the reinvention of a legacy. Marico would go on to become a global FMCG player, with brands like Parachute, Saffola, Set Wet and Livon becoming household names, reaching nearly one in three Indians.
The source material, co-authored by Mariwala and renowned business strategist Ram Charan, offers more than a boardroom chronicle. It captures the grit behind the growth, the risks behind the rewards and the leadership lessons forged along the way.
The adaptation aims to move beyond balance sheets and brand milestones, focusing instead on the person behind the enterprise. Expect a narrative that leans into the emotional stakes of entrepreneurship, where decisions are as personal as they are professional.
Today, Marico draws about a quarter of its revenue from international markets across Asia and Africa, reflecting its steady transformation from a domestic player into a multinational force. Yet, if the makers have their way, the screen version will remind audiences that every global success story begins with a leap of faith.
With development set to begin soon, this is one business story that may just trade spreadsheets for storytelling, and profit margins for moments that linger
