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Whoppl launches Whoppl Studios Network
Mumbai: Whoppl, a leading innovator in the content creation industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art studio, designed to cater to all content creation needs. With its new launch, Whoppl aims to leverage its content expertise to help creators across categories shoot and produce high-quality content while fostering their creative potential.
Catalyzed by flexible office hours, remote work and renewal of passion pursuits, India’s creator landscape is growing by an annual compound rate of 25 per cent. According to Kalaari Capital’s report, the current state of 450 Million social media users, India has about 80 million content creators in India. Brands are tapping into hyperlocal micro influencers‘ to boost connection, especially through the short-video format. To support brands, creators and individuals creating content alike, In a first of its kind initiative, Whoppl has announced the launch of Whoppl Studio Network – a one of its kind network of collaborative shooting spaces to help produce content in a cost-effective manner.
“Whoppl is excited to revolutionize the content creation industry in India,” said Whoppl CEO Ramya Ramachandran. She added. ” One of the unique aspects of Whoppl’s studios is the ability for influencers to book it on an hourly basis. India is one of the front-runners in terms of both content creators and consumers, hence we believe it is important to empower them. We want to make content creation accessible to all, regardless of their level of expertise or budget. Our studio aims to empower content creators by providing them with an unparalleled platform to unleash their creativity. We believe it would encourage more creators to come forward and showcase their talent.As India’s first content to commerce company, we are bullish on the role creators will play in the larger scheme of things. We are kick starting with our first studio but the larger goal is to reach Indian micro markets and empower creators across India and eventually reach global markets too.”
The newly launched studios are dedicated to catering to the needs of Instagram content creators, offering an aesthetically pleasing ambiance that sets the stage for captivating visuals. The space is specially curated for like minded creators to hangout, create & collaborate. The space is primarily created for all things content and also meet all production needs- mainly ideas, backgrounds, props, technology & equipment. This network of collaborative shooting space will enable brands and creators to come together , inspire and create high value content at scale and real time.
With making such collaborative shooting spaces available across Tier II & III markets in the next five years, Whoppl aims to pioneer and aggregate the world of co-shooting spaces while enabling creators, individuals and brands across the spectrum. Whoppl has also invested in one of its kind AI based platform which has an aggregated database of 200M from the globe and hyper localised segment for India & Bharath.The platform matches influencers to brands, budgets, marketing & communication along with intent , need and availability. This technology will truly democratise the role of content creators driving commerce and Business topline across India & Bharath.
Whoppl takes pride in being a creative agnostic company, offering a platform that welcomes influencers from all backgrounds and genres. The studios will not only benefit content creators but will also support brands, fostering an inclusive community and strengthening community connections.
Gaming
Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons launch India’s first official F1 sim racing championship
Nationwide competition creates pathway from virtual racing to pro motorsport
MUMBAI: Formula 1 has teamed up with Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited to launch India’s first officially sanctioned F1 sim racing competition, marking a new step in the country’s growing motorsport ecosystem.
The championship, titled F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, will offer a structured national platform for sim racers, with participants competing on the official F1 25 across multiple stages. The competition will begin with online qualifiers, followed by city-based simulator rounds, before culminating in a national final in Mumbai this November.
Open to players across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox, registrations for the event will begin on 30 April via the Mumbai Falcons app. The format mirrors real-world racing, featuring official circuits, team liveries and competitive structures aligned with the global series.
Formula 1 driver Narain Karthikeyan said the initiative arrives at a time when interest in the sport is surging in India, adding that a structured sim racing platform could help identify and nurture the next generation of talent.
Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited managing director Ameet Gadhoke noted that the championship aligns with the team’s long-term goal of building a strong motorsport pipeline in the country and placing Indian talent on the global stage.
The launch also reflects broader momentum in esports, especially after its recognition under India’s Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. By bridging gaming and real-world racing, the initiative aims to offer aspiring drivers a credible entry point into professional motorsport.
With interest in Formula 1 steadily rising and conversations around its return to India gaining pace, the new championship could become a proving ground for future racing stars.
