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“Chamak” web series ranks highest on the IMDb chart
Mumbai: Embark on a mesmerising journey into the heart of Punjab with ‘Chamak,’ the highest-rated Indian show on IMDb, boasting an impressive 9.5 rating. Created, written, directed, and produced by Rohit Jugraj, ‘Chamak’ has captured the imagination of audiences since its release on 7 December 2023. Blending elements of mystery and music, ‘Chamak’ has carved a niche for itself in the genre of musical thrillers, captivating audiences with its riveting storyline and soul-stirring melodies.
Since its debut, the show has been steadily climbing the charts on IMDb, alongside other acclaimed Indian series like Scam 1992, Sapne Vs Everyone, Farzi, Aarya showcasing the growing appetite for diverse and engaging narratives.
Rohit Jugraj, the brainchild behind ‘Chamak,’ describes the overwhelming response from viewers as humbling. He stated, “The audience’s love for ‘Chamak’ has been beyond our expectations and it’s incredibly gratifying. The hard work put in composing the music for Chamak has really got the pulse of the audience and music plays an integral part of the show which binds the emotions of the characters. As a storyteller to be able to engage the audience is what drives us to work even harder for Season 2 releasing this year.”
Rohit Jugraj, the creative genius behind ‘Chamak,’ is no stranger to delivering hits. With past successes like ‘Sardaarji’ and ‘Arjun Patiala,’ he has carved a niche for himself in the world of Punjabi cinema, known for his ability to blend genres seamlessly. His vision for ‘Chamak’ transcends expectations, immersing audiences in a world where every note and every revelation holds significance.
At the heart of ‘Chamak’ lies a compelling narrative centered around Kaala, an aspiring singer from Canada who returns to Punjab to unravel the mysterious death of his legendary father, Tara Singh. As Kaala’s journey unfolds, viewers are drawn into a web of intrigue, betrayal, and familial drama, set against the backdrop of Punjab’s vibrant music industry.
The cast of ‘Chamak’ shines bright, with Paramvir Singh Cheema delivering a captivating performance as Kaala, the protagonist on a quest for truth and redemption. Alongside Cheema, the ensemble cast, including Manoj Pahwa, Isha Talwar, and Gippy Grewal, brings depth and authenticity to their respective roles, elevating the series to new heights.
As anticipation mounts for the release of its season two which is expected to be out this 2024, audiences are eagerly awaiting the continuation of Kaala’s journey and the unravelling of long-held secrets. With its mesmerizing storyline, stellar performances, and soul-stirring music, ‘Chamak’ promises to captivate audiences once again, cementing its status as a true masterpiece of Indian television.
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Jio Studios unveils AI-powered Krishna teaser at NAB Show 2026
Global first look of Krishna uses Galleri5 AI pipeline on Azure, Historyverse slate as Jio’s Dhurandhar crosses Rs 3,000cr worldwide.
MUMBAI: Krishna has just dropped a divine teaser and this time the gods are powered by silicon, not just scripture. Jio Studios and Collective Studios’ Historyverse stole the spotlight at the NAB Show 2026 in Las Vegas with the world’s first teaser for their upcoming theatrical feature Krishna, directed by Manu Anand. The big reveal happened during Microsoft’s keynote “Powering Intelligent Media, From AI Experimentation to Real-World Impact,” where the film’s AI-native production pipeline took centre stage alongside Collective Artists Network’s in-house platform, Galleri5.
At the heart of this mythological spectacle lies a fresh cinematic workflow built by Galleri5 on Microsoft Azure’s advanced AI and cloud infrastructure. Forget bolting AI onto traditional VFX or animation, this is an end-to-end, production-grade system woven into every layer: world-building, character creation, shot design and final output. Yet the storytelling remains firmly director-led, emphasising emotional depth, stillness, music and performance rather than pure spectacle. The result? Large-format theatrical cinema rooted in Indian history and culture, but conceived in ways that were simply not possible before.
Collective Artists Network runs Galleri5 natively on Azure, leveraging Microsoft Foundry and cutting-edge AI tools to handle film, episodic and advertising workflows in a secure enterprise environment. Microsoft highlighted Collective as a “Frontier” organisation successfully moving AI from pilot projects to real production-scale deployment in cinema. The technology is also on display at Microsoft’s NAB booth in the West Hall (Booth W1731).
Jio Studios (Media & Content Business, Reliance Industries), president Jyoti Deshpande said the project advances the studio’s mission to take Indian stories global with scale, ambition and authenticity, “With Krishna, we are embracing cutting-edge AI-led filmmaking while democratising these tools to make them more accessible, intuitive and cost-effective for storytellers everywhere.”
Collective Artists Network founder & group CEO Vijay Subramaniam added, “We’re using technology developed in India to carry our culture and history to audiences worldwide at a scale never seen before.”
Microsoft, vice president for telco media & entertainment, gaming Silvia Candiani noted that the media industry has reached an inflection point, “AI is no longer about experimentation but delivering real impact at production scale… By building AI-native creative systems on Microsoft Azure, Collective exemplifies how storytellers can unlock new formats, move faster and realise a true return on intelligence while keeping human creativity at the centre.”
Krishna forms part of Historyverse, Collective Studios’ ambitious slate of history and culture-driven IPs. The slate draws from iconic figures and traditions that shaped the Indian subcontinent, including stories inspired by Kali, Karna and Durga. It builds on the already-released Mahabharat: Ek Dharmayudh series, showing how ancient narratives can be reimagined for modern screens.
Jio Studios, India’s leading content studio and the media and content arm of Reliance Industries, continues its blockbuster run. The studio’s Dhurandhar franchise led by Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge has become the first Indian film series to cross Rs 3,000 crore worldwide. It also delivered three consecutive years of India’s highest-grossing Hindi films: Stree 2 (2024), Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026). In just eight years, Jio Studios has assembled a library of over 160 films and series, with more than 60 titles winning over 500 awards. Other notable successes include Laapataa Ladies (India’s official Oscar entry 2025), Stree, Article 370, Shaitaan and Mrs.
The NAB unveiling marks another step in Jio Studios and Collective’s push to blend Indian storytelling talent with frontier technology proving that the future of cinema may well be both ancient in spirit and thoroughly modern in execution. For audiences who love epic tales with a fresh twist, Krishna promises to deliver divine drama, this time with a little help from the cloud.
