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Gyanendra Tripathi praises “Half CA” series for well-written scenes
Mumbai: Amazon miniTVs young adult drama, Half CA captures the joys, sorrows and struggles of CA aspirants, focusing on their dreams and ambitions in a unique and masterfully crafted story. The emotionally gripping series takes the viewers on a riveting journey of Archie and Niraj, who teach us the art of perseverance. Gyanendra Tripathi, is seen essaying the character of Niraj Grover aka Half CA, alongside his co-stars Ahsaas Channa, Rohit Tiwari, Niraj Sood, Manu Bisht, Prit Kamani, and Rohan Joshi.
While talking about what made him say yes to Half CA, Gyanendra Tripathi reveals he fell in love with the audition scenes and director Pratish’s creative approach and vision. “I loved the audition scenes that were sent to me. Scenes were so well written that any actor would be tempted to attempt them. Few apprehensions that I had got cleared in the very first meeting with Pratish, I absolutely fell in love with his approach and vision as a director”, he said.
The actor further mentioned about his journey with TVF and Amazon miniTV and said, “Like any other actor in Mumbai I too have been a huge fan of TVF’s work. I remember auditioning for Aspirants and feel a little disappointed when I didn’t get the part. So this time when this opportunity came my way I wanted to give my 100%. What I loved about the work culture in TVF is that they don’t just say we are a team and everyone is important, they actually implement it. Amazon miniTV has been absolutely exceptional in mounting and promoting the show. Overall it’s been an extremely satisfying journey so far.”
Along with Gyanendra Tripathi, Ahasaas Channa, Rohit Tiwari, Niraj Sood, Manu Bisht, Prit Kamani, and Rohan Joshi play pivotal roles in Half CA. Created by The Viral Fever (TVF), the series is currently available on Amazon miniTV within the Amazon Shopping App and on Fire TV for absolutely free.
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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.
