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Hans India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
AR Rahman thanks PM Modi, CM Fadnavis for WAVES Summit
Grammy and Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman is on a celebratory high, having played a key role in the recently held WAVE Summit 2025 — a grand initiative focused on nurturing young creative talent across India. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Rahman extended gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis for their visionary support. "Thank you PM Narendra Modi ji for making me part of the advisory board, and CM DevFadnavis ji for the continued support. It's been an honour to witness how WAVESummitIndia is creating such a powerful platform for the young creative minds of India," Rahman wrote. As part of the summit, the maestro unveiled the spiritual and sonorous track 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' from The Waves of India album. He also introduced Jhalaa, a band specially curated through global auditions to celebrate the heritage of Indian classical music. Rahman shared, 'From launching the new song to introducing Jhalaa and performing at the Wonderment Tour premiere, these past four days have been truly enthralling and humbling.' Meanwhile, the musical wizard captivated Mumbai with his much-anticipated Wonderment Tour performance at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, which drew a staggering crowd of over 40,000. The event opened with acts by The Yellow Diary,Anubha Bajaj, and Ridáy, setting the stage for power-packed performances by Sukhwinder Singh, Jonita Gandhi, AR Ameen, Zanai Bhosle, and Rahman himself. The concert featured hits like 'Jai Ho,' 'Aaye Re Toofan,' 'Jinguchaa,' and 'VandeMataram.' But the highlight came when Mohit Chauhan and Dhanush made surprise appearances, joining Rahman live on stage, elevating the energy and leaving fans thrilled. Rahman's creative momentum continues to shine — both as a mentor and performer — setting an inspiring example for artists across generations.
India Today
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
WAVES Summit 2025 Day 2: Aamir Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Kareena's sessions in store
Actor Aamir Khan, who is set to take part in a session on Day 2 of the ongoing four-day WAVES Summit 2025, arrived at the Jio World Convention Centre. He was seen alongside producer Ritesh Sidhwani, Ajay Bijli, Founder of PVR INOX. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manav Manglani (@ Actor Karan Mehra, known for his performance in the daily soap 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', attended the WAVES Summit India 2025 and spoke about his participation in a music show on DAY 1. Mehra expressed that he was grateful for being a part of an event that is putting India and its creative soft power on the global map. From hosting India's first-ever musical reality show Wah Ustad! to bringing his passion for music to WAVES 2025 — Karan Mehra is here to celebrate music in all its glory! 🎶#WAVES #WAVES2025 #WAVESIndia #WAVESummit #WAVESummitIndia@realkaranmehra @AshwiniVaishnaw @MIB_India… — WAVES India (@WAVESummitIndia) May 1, 2025 While many more sessions will be held by Bollywood celebrities, one of the biggest highlights of the day is a keynote address by Nita Ambani, JioStar chairperson and wife of Mukesh Ambani.
News18
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
PM Modi Inaugurates Bharat Pavilion At WAVES, Calls On World To Explore Creative Opportunities In India
Last Updated: Billed as a vibrant tribute to India's legacy of storytelling, PM Narendra Modi said the pavilion showcases India's cinematic tradition and opportunities that await in the country Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called upon the world to explore creative opportunities in India, as he inaugurated the Bharat Pavilion at the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit in Mumbai. Billed as a vibrant tribute to India's legacy of storytelling, Modi said the Bharat Pavilion at Waves showcases India's cinematic tradition and the opportunities that await in the country. 'The Bharat Pavilion at Waves showcases our cinematic tradition and the opportunities that await in our country. I call upon the world to come to India and explore the creative opportunities here!" he wrote on X, posting images from the event. The Bharat Pavilion at Waves showcases our cinematic tradition and the opportunities that await in our country. I call upon the world to come to India and explore the creative opportunities here! @WAVESummitIndia — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 1, 2025 During his visit to the Maharashtra Pavilion, he hailed the state's pivotal role in nurturing creative generations. 'When it comes to cinema and creativity, Maharashtra has a pivotal role. The state has nurtured generations of people associated with the world of creativity and cinema. Maharashtra's cultural depth and artistic energy continue to positively influence the entertainment sector. Visited the Maharashtra Pavilion during the Waves Summit," he wrote on X. The Bharat Pavilion's theme 'Kala to Code" celebrates India's spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and showcases the country's artistic traditions that have long been a beacon of creativity, harmony and cultural diplomacy. Modi said the Bharat Pavilion reflects significant innovation that has been achieved in the country. The pavilion has four immersive zones that takes visitors through the continuum of India's storytelling traditions – 'Shruti' with a spotlight on oral traditions, 'Kriti' to highlight written legacies, 'Drishti' to explore visual expression, and Creator's Leap to showcase the future of storytelling with cutting edge technology. The Bharat Pavilion presents a valuable opportunity for stakeholders to connect with India's exceptional talent, advanced storytelling technologies and rapidly expanding market potential. 'From the echoes of Om to the beats of the tabla, from the etched symbols of Bhimbetka to today's digital screens, from the dance of Nataraja to cinematic blockbusters, the pavilion will be a living archive of how India shaped and continues to shape the global storyscape," a senior official said. 'More than a showcase of cultural heritage, the Bharat Pavilion is a reflection of strong government support in fostering cross-cultural partnerships and investment, positioning itself as a global centre for creative innovation and collaboration." (With PTI inputs) First Published: May 01, 2025, 20:27 IST
The Hindu
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Right time for ‘create in India, create for world': PM Modi calls WAVES 2025 global celebration of creativity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (May 1, 2025) emphasised on 'creative responsibility' at WAVES summit, saying we need to save young generation from some anti-humanity ideas. 'It is right time for 'create in India, create for world' when the world is looking for new ways of story-telling,' he said. The Prime Minister inaugurated the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, calling it a transformative platform that unites creators, storytellers, innovators, and policymakers from around the world. Addressing the @WAVESummitIndia in Mumbai. It highlights India's creative strengths on a global platform. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 1, 2025 In a keynote address to a packed auditorium of global delegates from as many as 30 countries, Mr. Modi said, 'Today, artists, innovators, investors, and policy makers from more than 100 nations have gathered under one roof. We are laying the foundation for a global ecosystem of talent and creativity. WAVES is such a global platform that belongs to every artist and creator.' The summit, themed 'Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries,' aims to establish India as a central hub in the global creative economy. Integrating cinema, streaming platforms, animation, gaming, immersive technology (AVGC-XR), artificial intelligence, and more, WAVES 2025 aspires to unlock a $50 billion opportunity for the Indian media and entertainment sector by 2029. Reflecting on India's growing cultural influence, PM Modi said, 'In recent years, Indian cinema has succeeded in carrying the spirit of India to the farthest corners of the world. From Raj Kapoor's legacy in Russia to Satyajit Ray's brilliance at Cannes, and RRR's triumph at the Oscars, these milestones speak volumes.' '112 years ago, on 3 May, 1913, Raja Harishchandra, the first feature film, was released. Dadadaheb Phalke was its creator. It was his birth anniversary yesterday. Over the last 100 years, Indian cinema has gone places. A.R. Rahman, Rajamouli, Ritwik Ghatak, everyone has made a place in the world for Indian cinema. In the last few years, I have met the people from the gaming industry, from stars in front of the camera. Whenever I met you all, I took ideas from you. I did an experiment a few years ago. Narsi Mehta's song - Vaishnav jan toh, Gandhiji's favourite, was sung by world artists during Gandhi 150. The whole world came together. We saw a glimpse of what India's creative world can do together. Like the rising sun lends its colour to the sky, this summit is roaring with purpose right from the first moment,' he continued. 'WAVES awards will be launched in the future. India is galloping towards becoming the third largest economy. Our journey of 'Viksit Bharat' has only begun now. Bharat is a country of a billion plus stories. When Natyashastra was written, it was said that it will give feelings and emotions to the world,' he added. 'Our stories have science, fiction, courage. Our treasure basket is very rich and diverse. The big responsibility of WAVES is to keep this in front of the people in the world. We have turned Padma awards into people's awards. We identified those who work in remote corners of the country. The global content will be respected here. I want to give confidence to everyone from outside that when you come here, you will get connected to India very naturally. India is becoming an Orange economy,' PM Modi said. He added, 'Even though the screen size is getting smaller, the scope is becoming infinite.' The summit aims to position India as a global hub for media, entertainment and digital innovation by bringing together creators, start ups, industry leaders and policy-makers from across the world. A highlight of WAVES 2025 is the inaugural Global Media Dialogue (GMD), bringing together ministers and dignitaries from 25 countries to discuss cross-border collaboration in creative industries. The event also features the WAVES Bazaar, a dynamic digital marketplace hosting over 6,100 buyers, 5,200 sellers, and 2,100 creative projects, offering vast networking and business potential. (With inputs from agencies)
India Today
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rajinikanth, Big B, Deepika, other stars to attend WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai
The biggest names from various film industries across India will be present during the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES), which is scheduled to take place from May 1 to May 4 at Mumbai's Jio World Centre. Sponsored by Netflix and orchestrated by Reskilll, WAVES Summit 2025 is set to create a platform for collaboration and innovation that could redefine the future of storytelling, filmmaking, and digital content veteran actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, and Chiranjeevi to modern-day superstars like Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, several prominent names from the Indian film industry are scheduled to attend the four-day summit. Along with them, many established figures from the entertainment world will be present to take the industry's discourse what the buzz is about?#WAVES2025: India's BIGGEST creative drop!Register at: #WAVESIndia #WAVESummit #WAVESummitIndia #ConnectingCreatorsConnectingCountries@narendramodi @PMOIndia @AshwiniVaishnaw @Murugan_MoS @sjaju1 WAVES India (@WAVESummitIndia) April 20, 2025Indian actors attending WAVES 2025 include:Amitabh BachchanRajinikanthChiranjeeviNagarjuna AkkineniAamir KhanAkshay KumarRanbir KapoorDeepika PadukoneAnil KapoorAnupam KherMithun ChakrabortyHema Malini While these names have been officially announced, several more are expected to join the list soon. Filmmakers like Ekta Kapoor, Bhushan Kumar, and Namit Malhotra will also be in addition to Indian stars, several global dignitaries representing the biggest brands in the entertainment industry will be part of WAVES 2025. Ted Sarandos (Co-CEO, Netflix), Neal Mohan (CEO, YouTube), and Adam Mosseri (Head, Instagram) are among the high-profile is shaping up to be a premier platform for the entertainment industry in India to push boundaries and broaden its reach. Organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Create in India Challenge, the summit is poised to be a groundbreaking forum for discussions, collaborations, and transformative as a first-of-its-kind event, WAVES 2025 will bring together the entire spectrum of the Media and Entertainment industry under one roof, including films, OTT platforms, gaming, comics, digital media, artificial intelligence, AVGC-XR, and emerging technologies. With the ever-growing demand for high-quality digital content, proceedings at WAVES 2025 are certain to remain in the spotlight in the coming weeks.
