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Tinder and BuzzFeed India launch GirlsFeed; the variety show highlighting the ups and downs of being an Indian woman
MUMBAI: Tinder and BuzzFeed India present GirlsFeed, a six episode variety show featuring a diverse group of women discussing the struggles, joys, highs and lows of being a woman in India. The show is dedicated to bringing out different perspectives on cultural nuances, dating, falling in love and relationships. Never ones to shy away from discussing a difficult topic, the BuzzFeed India team with Tinder will present various points of view through open group discussions and sketch comedy.
The series attempts to unpack the secret double lives of Indian women, how to meet new people in 2019 (given cultural constraints), how Bollywood sets unrealistic expectations, the male gaze, female friendship and the supposed inevitability of marriage.
Nirali Shah, Head of BuzzFeed India Originals said “BuzzFeed has a long history of female empowerment content globally and we are thrilled Tinder are joining us for this show, which is the first partnership of its kind for us in India.
“We spend a lot of time openly discussing our problems, our conditioning and how we’re individually trying to unlearn so many things that our surroundings have told us are ‘normal’. GirlsFeed was born from these conversations; we want to create a safe space where someone our audience relates to is open about an issue that affects us all. Most Indian women live double lives: this performative “sanskari” woman in front of your family and society, then a true version for your friends.
“We want to create more and more content for women, made by women. The show in partnership with Tinder is guaranteed to be filled with a lot of laughs you'll come away thinking you've just watched a group of your friends."
Taru Kapoor, GM, Tinder India on the partnership says “Supporting a female audience on the platform is an important part of our mission, even the mechanic of Tinder works so that women are comfortable; both users have to swipe right for it to be a match and the platform is based on what female users value most: choice, consent and mutual respect.
Conventionally it is hard to meet people outside of your immediate social circle in India, so
the opportunity Tinder provided has made life easier for all genders, but uniquely for women. Especially given the patriarchal nature of our society where women have historically had restricted access to technology, limited control over their lives and moral scrutiny of their choices-particularly romantic. Conversations about dating are still relatively nascent in India but our experience has shown us that dating ideals, once considered the norm, are fast evolving. We know that the secret to success is and has always been focusing on, talking to and understanding our users and making the experience continually better for them. And how better to start, support and challenge conversations on topics that matter than with BuzzFeed India.”
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Prime Video bets big on India with global originals, films and franchise expansion
Execs highlight scale, travelability and new IP bets as India anchors global strategy
MUMBAI: At Prime Video Presents 2026, the message was clear and confident. India is not just part of the plan, it is central to it.
In a lively fireside chat hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar, Kelly Day, vice president of prime video and amazon mgm studios international, Nicole Clemens, vice president of international originals, and Gaurav Gandhi, vice president for Apac and Anz, laid out an ambitious roadmap. Think bigger stories, wider reach and a sharper focus on building franchises that travel.
Kelly Day, a regular visitor to India, set the tone early. Calling the country “one of the most important markets globally”, she pointed to the sheer scale and diversity of audiences as a driving force behind Prime Video’s growth. Indian Originals, she said, are not just local hits but global engines powering subscriptions and engagement.
That global appeal is already visible. According to Clemens, around 25 percent of viewership for Indian content now comes from outside the country. Shows rooted deeply in local culture are finding fans worldwide, proving that specificity, when paired with universal themes, travels well. From gritty dramas to sharp thrillers, Indian storytelling is increasingly crossing borders with ease.
Clemens, who joined recently to lead international originals, was particularly upbeat about India’s creative range. She highlighted a growing slate of over 100 shows in development and production, with more than 60 percent returning for multiple seasons. For her, the formula is simple. Authentic stories, told well, resonate everywhere.
Adding to the buzz, she teased new and returning titles, alongside a fresh superhero universe, the Kalyug Warriors. It signals a push into new genres while doubling down on familiar fan favourites.
If content is king, distribution is the clever courtier. Day outlined Prime Video’s layered business model in India, which blends subscription, rentals, add on channels and ad supported viewing through Amazon MX Player. The idea is straightforward. Give viewers choice, whether they want premium, free or pay per view.
India, she noted, has also become a testing ground for innovation. Tiered pricing, mobile only plans and language diversity have all been sharpened here before being exported to other markets. In many ways, the India playbook is now influencing global strategy.
For Gaurav Gandhi, the next chapter is about scale with intent. He outlined four priorities. Making Prime Video more accessible, pushing Indian content globally, building stronger franchises and supercharging the films business.
On films, the platform is moving beyond licensing into co productions and now theatrical releases in partnership with amazon mgm studios. These films will eventually stream on Prime Video, creating a full circle from cinema halls to living rooms across 240 countries.
Franchise building remains another key pillar. With hits like The Family Man, Mirzapur and Panchayat already enjoying multi season success, the focus is now on creating the next wave of enduring IP. Newer titles are already lining up for second seasons, signalling a steady pipeline.
What stood out through the conversation was a shared belief. Streaming in India is still in its early innings, and the runway is long. With a mix of local flavour and global ambition, Prime Video is betting that stories from India will not just stay at home, but travel far and wide.
Or as the executives seemed to suggest, the world is watching and India has plenty more to show.
