Gaming
Techno Gamerz hits 50 million subscribers milestone
Asia’s biggest gamer crosses landmark, journey from borrowed phones to global influence.
MUMBAI: From borrowing his brother’s phone for a quick game to commanding Asia’s largest gaming army, Techno Gamerz just levelled up in spectacular fashion. Ujjwal Chaurasia, the Youtube sensation managed by OpraahFX, has crossed the 50 million subscriber mark on his main channel, cementing his spot as Asia’s biggest gamer and a powerhouse in India’s exploding creator economy.
The milestone isn’t just a number, it’s a full-circle moment for a kid who started in the mid-2010s when India’s gaming content scene was barely a side quest. Back then, Ujjwal borrowed phones and hogged the family PC, eventually turning his skills into tutorial videos for friends who dubbed him the go-to expert. “From childhood, I had a love for gaming. I would borrow my brother’s phone to play and spend hours on our family PC,” he recalls. “Then I realised that people upload their gaming videos online… Encouraged by that, I started making tutorial videos for my friends, to teach them.”
His brother pushed him to launch the Techno Gamerz channel in August 2017, followed by the Ujjwal channel in January 2018. What began as hobbyist tips evolved into immersive, story-driven playthroughs across hits like GTA V, Minecraft, Ranch Simulator, Garena Free Fire, Red Dead Redemption 2 and PUBG. His signature mod-based narratives, distinctive voiceovers and family-friendly vibe built a loyal, cross-generational fanbase that spans India and beyond.
“I am extremely grateful to my audience for helping me reach 50 million subscribers,” Ujjwal said. “This milestone feels surreal and is a reflection of the love and support I have received over the years. My goal has always been to create content that genuinely entertains and connects with people.” He added, “Gaming is my passion, and I want to keep pushing myself creatively… I hope to continue delivering bigger and better experiences to my fans.”
The achievement lands amid explosive growth in Asian gaming. Lumikai’s State of India Interactive Media and Gaming Report FY24 (with Google) projects India’s gaming market alone hitting $9.2 billion by FY29, a boom Techno Gamerz has ridden and helped fuel, proving Indian creators can dominate global screens.
In a space where one viral clip can change everything, Ujjwal’s climb from bedroom tutorials to 50 million-strong community shows consistency beats any cheat code. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or just someone who enjoys watching someone else level up, this milestone is proof that passion, plus persistence, equals one very big win.
Gaming
IICT signs three MoUs to boost AVGC-XR and esports
Partnerships with Zenfluencers, Yologram and Eruditio at Chennai Gaming Show 2026 strengthen education, XR innovation and nationwide talent outreach.
MUMBAI: IICT has just levelled up the game in a big way. The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies signed three strategic Memorandums of Understanding on 17 April 2026 at the CII Summit FX – India Gaming Show in Chennai, forging alliances with The Zenfluencers, Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. and Eruditio Consultants to accelerate India’s AVGC-XR ecosystem.
The tie-ups combine IICT’s strengths in education, skilling and research with specialist expertise across esports, immersive technologies and large-scale outreach.
- With The Zenfluencers, IICT will roll out globally benchmarked esports programmes, including joint certification courses, industry workshops, tournaments and masterclasses, creating clear career pathways across the full esports value chain.
- The partnership with Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. focuses on gaming, immersive storytelling and extended reality (XR), delivering industry-aligned curriculum, faculty mentorship, student showcases and collaborative research in immersive AI and virtual production.
- Collaboration with Eruditio Consultants targets awareness, accessibility and career alignment, with nationwide counsellor training, institutional engagement and structured guidance frameworks to reach students beyond Tier-1 cities.
IICT CEO Vishwas Deoskar said, “As the AVGC-XR sector evolves at a rapid pace, strong collaborations between industry and academia are essential. These partnerships will create meaningful impact across education, innovation and outreach.”
Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. founder Aditya Mani added, “AI-driven creator worlds are transforming games into engines of culture, commerce and careers. Together we aim to empower a generation to build immersive futures.”
Eruditio Consultants founder Indrajit Ghosh noted, “This is not just about awareness, it is about building a structured ecosystem that connects aspiration with opportunity.”
The Zenfluencers CEO Atharva Gupta said, “This MoU is a big unlock moment for the esports ecosystem in India. We’re building a structured pipeline for talent across the full stack.”
By bringing together academia, industry leaders and ecosystem players, IICT is creating scalable models that blend cutting-edge skills with real-world relevance. In a sector racing toward the future, these three partnerships ensure India’s next generation of creative technologists won’t just keep up, they’ll set the pace.
