iWorld
Celebrate Global Tiger Day by watching captivating tiger documentaries on discovery+
Mumbai: One of the most magnificent and fierce felines, tigers shape the ecosystems in which they live, but due to hunting and loss of forest habitat and prey base, we have lost a majority of wild tigers in the last century. Warner Bros. Discovery, a purpose-driven brand, believes they must restore balance in the environment and has been actively working with World Wildlife Fund on a crucial project named C.A.T (Conserving Acres for Tigers) to safeguard these endangered species along with their habitat. Warner Bros. Discovery has persistently been working towards bringing this vision to life.
To drive a deeper understanding of these striped wild cats, watch these remarkable documentaries only on discovery+:
Looking for Sultan
This film follows the story of Sultan, tiger of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, who vanished suddenly. Father and son wildlife filmmakers Mike and Gautam had been following and filming him, trying to put the pieces together to solve this mystery venturing out in search of a tiger named Sultan, the ruler of the Sultanpur jungles, who has been missing for some time.
Serial Killer At Large
A serial killing Bengal tigress is on the loose, terrorising communities in Northern India. The government enlists hunters, specialised in capturing man-eaters, to find this bloodthirsty animal. Can teams stop a man-eating Indian tigress in time?
Tigress Blood
The documentary follows the gripping tale of four Indian tigresses fighting for control over their territory. Although their natural instincts drive them to betray each other, their strong bond as family members keeps them together.
Wild Frank in India
Frank searches for the Bengal Tiger, one of the most endangered species on the planet, from the mountains of the North to the jungles of the South. Will he succeed in spotting the famously elusive cat?
Tigerland
Tigerland is the Oscar-winning feature on two passionate activists who made it their mission to save the beloved and often misunderstood majestic tigers.
iWorld
Warner Chappell Music launches India ops, Jay Mehta to lead unit
WMG shifts to direct model, unifying publishing and recorded music
MUMBAI: Warner Chappell Music has officially launched direct operations in India, marking a strategic shift by parent Warner Music Group to deepen its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing music markets.
The move replaces the company’s earlier sub-publishing model with a full-fledged, on-ground operation, aimed at giving Indian songwriters stronger access to global networks, rights management tools, and creative infrastructure.
To lead the push, Jay Mehta has been handed an expanded mandate. Already serving as managing director of Warner Music India, Mehta will now oversee both recorded music and publishing across India and neighbouring South Asian markets, effectively bringing the two sides of the business under one roof.
The unified structure is designed to streamline how artists and songwriters work with the company, offering a more integrated ecosystem that spans compositions, recordings, and global distribution.
Warner Music Group managing director, recorded music and publishing, India and SAARC Jay Mehta said, “India’s songwriters are world-class, constantly redefining genres and pushing creative boundaries. By establishing a direct footprint for Warner Chappell, we’re bridging the gap between local brilliance and global opportunity.”
The timing is no coincidence. According to CISAC, creator collections in India jumped 42 per cent year-on-year to Rs 7 billion in 2024, while IFPI ranks India as the 15th largest recorded music market globally. At the same time, the industry is undergoing a structural shift, with independent and non-film music gaining ground over traditional Bollywood soundtracks.
Warner’s bet is that a direct presence will help it capture this changing dynamic. The company is also offering India-based creators access to its proprietary tools, including AI-powered royalty matching systems and real-time analytics platforms, aimed at improving transparency and earnings visibility.
Warner Chappell Music co-chair and CEO Guy Moot said the move is about shaping a publishing ecosystem that “works for creators and ensures their music is heard, protected, and rewarded everywhere.”
Meanwhile, Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl underlined India’s importance to the company’s global strategy, noting that the new structure creates a “unified powerhouse” for both creators and audiences.
With local studios, global reach, and tighter integration across its business lines, Warner is clearly doubling down on India. And as streaming habits evolve and independent music rises, the company is positioning itself to be not just a participant, but a key architect of the country’s next music chapter.
