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Collective Artists Network & Travelin Bone Entertainment to co-develop global films
Mumbai: Collective Artists Network, a new media conglomerate focused on talent and pop culture, has announced a collaboration with US based content company Travelin Bone Entertainment (TBE), founded by Steve Garrow, Naresh Malik, and Marc Sternberg. This partnership will facilitate the co-development of projects, enabling diverse ideas and cross-border collaborations to showcase Indian talent from Collective Artists Network’s roster.
With India’s film industry being one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, this collaboration offers an unparalleled opportunity to tap into a rich reservoir of talent and stories. This ambitious slate deal will see the curation, development, and packaging of five films featuring Indian talent, specifically designed for global viewership across multiple genres including psychological, action and romantic-comedy thrillers and a noir film.
Collective Artists Network co-founder Ashoo Naik said, “This is an exciting new chapter for Collective Artists Network, as it allows us to push the boundaries of storytelling and talent discovery on a global stage. This partnership reflects our commitment to championing our talent and offering them opportunities to engage with the world, creating narratives that are bold, original, and transcendent.”
Travelin Bone Entertainment, known for sourcing original ideas from seasoned creators around the world, views this partnership as a significant step towards establishing a strong foothold in the Indian market.
Travelin Bone co-founder Naresh Malik commented, “Our partnership is fuelled by a shared passion for storytelling and the discovery of fresh and undiscovered narratives. We’re excited to see the results of combining our two groups’ distinct perspectives and specialised talents as we craft compelling, innovative, and captivating content that resonates with audiences.”
The films under this collaboration will be developed with a focus on storytelling that appeals to both Indian and international audiences, ensuring that the unique cultural perspectives of India are presented in a way that is universally relatable. This partnership will leverage the strengths of both companies — Collective’s deep network within Indian talent and Travelin Bone’s expertise in producing globally relevant content.
As the global entertainment industry continues to evolve, this collaboration between Collective Artists Network and Travelin Bone Entertainment represents a step towards a future where stories have no borders and creativity knows no limits.
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Swiggy sees record orders during India vs New Zealand T20 final
Chicken biryani tops match-day menu as fans order 7,500 times per minute at peak.
MUMBAI: India’s T20 final didn’t just break stumps, it broke Swiggy’s delivery records, proving cricket fans celebrate victories with plates, not just flags. Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, reported a sharp spike in food orders during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. On 8 March 2026, overall orders rose 23.2 per cent year-on-year compared with the same date in 2025, driven by fans turning living rooms into mini stadiums complete with match-day feasts.
Key highlights from the evening:
- Orders during peak match hours (7–10 pm) were 2.1 times higher than pre-match levels.
- The highest order rate hit 7,500 orders per minute at 19:45.
- Chicken biryani reigned supreme as the most-ordered dish, followed by masala dosa, chicken fried rice, garlic breadsticks and paneer butter masala.
While metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad led volumes, the cricketing fever spread nationwide. Among emerging cities, Thiruvananthapuram, Surat and Rajkot recorded the strongest order growth. Smaller markets including Shillong, Agartala and Port Blair also showed significant appetite, underlining the expanding footprint of quick-commerce food delivery across India.
The surge reflects a growing trend of pairing major sporting events with doorstep delivery, turning big matches into shared, convenient celebrations. In a night where every boundary mattered, Swiggy proved the real MVP might just be the delivery partner who kept the snacks and the vibes flowing without missing a single wicket.
