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Buckle up for 8th Edition of The Content Hub Summit 2024
Mumbai: In an era where attention is the ultimate currency and content is king, the ever-evolving landscape of media and entertainment stands as a testament to the industry’s resilience and creativity. As the curtains rise on the 8th Edition of The Content Hub Summit 2024, industry stalwarts, visionaries, and innovators are set to converge in a symphony of ideas, insights, and forecasts, illuminating the path ahead in the realm of content creation and consumption.
The Content Hub Summit 2024 which is scheduled to take place on 10 May 2024, The Westin Garden City, Goregaon East, will offer an exciting exploration of modern storytelling, diving into new trends, success strategies, and the future of content creation across platforms. From the silver screen to the digital domain, from theatrical experiences to immersive OTT adventures, the summit aims to unravel the mysteries, challenges, and triumphs of an industry in perpetual motion.
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A Stellar Lineup of Speakers:
The summit boasts an impressive lineup of speakers, each a luminary in their respective domains, poised to share their wisdom and experiences with eager audiences:
Shibasish Sarkar, CEO, Reliance Entertainment Studios
Rucha Pathak, Producer, Excel Entertainment
Aradhana Bhola, Managing Director, Fremantle India
Anil Thadani, CEO, AA Films
Mayank Shekhar, Film Critic, Journalist, and Author
Anil Khera, Founder & CEO, One Take Media Co.
Ashima Avasthi Chaudhuri, Head – Content, Zee Studios
Sidharth Jain, Founder & Producer, House of Talkies
Devendra Deshpande, CEO, Friday Filmworks Pvt Ltd
Tejkarran Singh Bajaj, Head – Originals, Jio Studios
Sunder Aaron, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Locomotive Global Inc.
Amogh Dusad, Head – Content, Amazon miniTV
P.R Satheesh, Chief Executive Officer, MM TV Ltd.
Pankaj Jaysinh, CEO – Distribution and Film Services – UFO Moviez
Smruti Shinde, Founder and Managing Director, SOBO films
Hitesh Kewalya – Screenwriter & Director
Fazila Allana, Managing Director, Sol Productions
Ravikant Sabnavis, CEO, Arha Media & Broadcasting Pvt. Ltd.
Anil NM Wanvari, Founder, Chairman & Editor In Chief, Indiantelevision.com Group
Yash A Patnaik – Founder & Managing Director, Inspire Films
Rabindra Narayan, Chairman & MD, PTC Network
Neeraj Vyas, Business Head – Sony Entertainment Television, Sony SAB, Sony PAL, and Sony MAX Movie Cluster
Karan Taurani, Senior Vice President, Elara Capital
Ajay Bhalwankar, Business Head, Sony Marathi
Rohit Jugraj, Director & Producer
Jai Basantu Singh, Writer and Director
Vineet Singh, Head – Branding and Communications, Pocket FM
Adityoa Suranna, Casting Director, Adityoa Suranna Inc.
Anuraadha Tewari, Writer
Aditi Shrivastava, Co-founder & CEO, Pocket Aces
Anupama Mandloi, CEO & Co-Founder – India GreenSet
Saurabh Srivastava, COO, Digital, Shemaroo Entertainment
Sunir Kheterpal, Producer | ATHENA E&M
Sunitha Tati, Telugu Film Producer, Founder & CEO, Guru Films
Suyog Gothi, Head – India and New Markets, Pocket FM
Jigyasa, Writer, Majburi Main Bandha Ek Rishta
Robin Philip, Managing Director, Geophil
With such a diverse and illustrious lineup, the summit is poised to be a melting pot of ideas, perspectives, and visions for the future of content creation and consumption.
As the Content Hub Summit 2024 prepares to unfold its chapters of enlightenment and exploration, the stage is set for a transformative journey through the realms of storytelling, innovation, and creativity. With a galaxy of industry luminaries guiding the way, attendees are poised to glean insights, forge connections, and chart a course towards a future where content reigns supreme.
The countdown has begun, and the stage is set for a day of revelation, inspiration, and celebration at The Content Hub Summit 2024. Join us as we embark on a voyage into the heart of content creation, where every word, frame, and idea holds the power to captivate, inspire, and transform.
Event Details:
Date: 10 May 2024 ( Friday )
Timings: 8.30 AM Onwards
Venue: The Westin Mumbai Garden City, Goregaon East.
Registration
Link: https://thecontenthub.in/registration2024/register.php
Website Link: https://thecontenthub.in/
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Anime India announces Amazon MX Player as co-presenting partner for Anime India Kolkata 2026
MUMBAI: Riding high on the success of its blockbuster Mumbai debut, Anime India is accelerating its nationwide expansion with the announcement of Amazon MX Player as the co-presenting partner for Anime India Kolkata. The partnership marks a significant step forward in the festival’s mission to deliver large-scale, accessible, and fan-first anime experiences across the country.
Scheduled for 14 and 15 February 2026 at the iconic Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, Anime India Kolkata will launch the first regional chapter of what is set to be a year-long, multi-city tour. As the curtain-raiser for the 2026 circuit, the Kolkata edition aims to fuse the energy of global Japanese pop culture with India’s fast-growing community of anime, manga, and pop-culture fans.
A household name in digital entertainment, Amazon MX Player brings unmatched reach and cultural relevance to the Anime India platform. With its expanding focus on anime and youth-driven content, Amazon MX Player’s involvement as co-presenting partner reinforces Anime India’s vision of making anime culture more inclusive breaking barriers of language, geography, and accessibility to connect with fans nationwide.
Anime India Kolkata 2026 will showcase cosplay competitions, interactive zones led by the Indian Gunpla Community, India-39 Vocaloid Community, The Japan Curry, and Adda-o-Otaku by The Otaku Guild. Fans can join tournaments across fighting games, Pokémon VGC, and more. Acclaimed Japanese director Susumu Mitsunaka (Haikyu!!) will attend as guest of honour, appearing in panels and live sessions. Positioned as an immersive celebration of fan culture and industry collaboration, the Kolkata edition marks the beginning of Anime India’s nationwide expansion.
Sharing their perspective on the partnership, Amazon MX Player director Aruna Daryanani expressed, “Anime in India has evolved from a niche interest into a mainstream cultural movement, driven by an increasingly engaged and passionate fanbase. At Amazon MX Player, our focus is on expanding access by bringing anime to audiences across the country for free and in multiple local languages. Our association with Anime India reflects our commitment to supporting the growth of anime in India and deepening connections with fans, while continuing to build Amazon MX Player as a trusted destination for free, high-quality entertainment.”
“Anime India Kolkata is a celebration of how anime has grown beyond entertainment into a powerful cultural and creative force. By bringing fans, creators, and industry leaders onto one shared platform, the festival is helping define the future of pop culture in India,” said Anime India co-founder and director Neha Mehta.
The debut edition of Anime India 2025 in Mumbai attracted over 29,000 fans, quickly cementing its status as a landmark celebration of anime and Japanese pop culture. Riding on this overwhelming response, the Kolkata chapter is projected to draw more than 40,000 visitors across two days, positioning it as one of the biggest anime conventions ever held in eastern India.
Anime India is focused on bringing together fans from across the country to create a truly pan-India celebration of anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, and Japanese culture. With plans to expand into four key metropolitan hubs in 2026—east (Kolkata), north (Delhi), west (Mumbai), and south (Hyderabad)—the festival seeks to deliver globally benchmarked experiences while supporting and uplifting creators, artists, and fan communities throughout India.
