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Two popular BMX content creators join XTreme video multi-platform network
CANNES: XTreme Video, the leading Multi-Platform Network (MPN) for extreme athletes and creators with over 200 million views each month and more than 50 million social followers, today announced the addition of two of YouTube’s top BMX creators, KinkBMX and Boqer123, to the XTreme Video network. Heading into MIPCOM 2016, XTreme Video’s social networks provide a space for prime cross-promotion with the creators, most of whom have already amassed a huge social following themselves before joining the XTreme Video team.
“We are in awe of how Boqer123 and KinkBMX grew their own devoted audiences within the extreme sports fan base through their zealous use of social media and great content creation,”says Gregg Bywalski, CEO of XTreme Video. “We’re very excited to welcome our new creators to the XTreme Video family and introduce them to our passionate and international growing community. We look forward to create new opportunities with our creators to think, create and share exciting new stories tailored to their millennial audiences with broadcasters and major platforms.”
Founded in 2011, Boqer123 is a crew that creates original BMX webisodes. Alongside his YouTube shenanigans, the founder of Boqer123, Josh James, has also launched a clothing brand. Boqer123 grew its community into one of the most followed BMX and lifestyle brand on social network channels with +320K subscribers across all social platforms.
“I’ve used a few MCN’s before I signed with XTreme Video, and I can safely say I’ve felt used by all of them,”said James. “However, XTreme Video are completely different. They make you feel like you’re their only client, giving off a very personal feel to the relationship. Not only that, but there’s a personal level to the communication which makes you feel like friends as opposed to partners. I’ve only been signed for a short period of time, but I know it’ll be a great future together.”
KinkBMX is a BMX bike part supplier based out of Rochester, NY who also create high-quality videos, highlighting the newest gear, tricks and the BMX lifestyle. KinkBMX has build over the years an engaged community around its brand with +512K subscribers across their social platforms.
XTreme Video continues to discover, develop, and support independent creators by enabling them to produce and sell their work, such as video content and merchandise, through their digital distribution network, Agency and e-commerce site. XTreme Video is the number one Multi-Platform Network for extreme creators. Since 1994, XTreme Video has been the home of extreme creators capturing and documenting the culture, locations and stories of extreme activities.
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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.
