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In a landmark move to shape India’s media and entertainment landscape, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), for Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State, Ministry of Education, along with Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, MSDE, held a pivotal meeting with the Governing Council of the Media and Entertainment Skills Council (MESC). This influential gathering brought together industry leaders, including Mohit Soni, CEO of MESC; Pooja Arora, COO of MESC; Amit Behl, renowned actor and Secretary of MESC; Dr. (Hon) Anusha Srinivasan Iyer, writer-director, veteran journalist, brand custodian and Founder — Naarad PR & Image Strategists and Make Earth Green Again MEGA Foundation; Padma Shri and Oscar-winner Dr. Resul Pookutty; Saameer Mody, founder of Pocket Films; Rajesh Turakhia, founder of Frameboxx 2.0; and Sushma Gaikwad, co-founder of Ice Global and Wizcraft MIME—all uniting under the progressive theme “Skill India to Build India” with a shared vision to position India as a global powerhouse for skilled media talent.

Hon’ble Minister Jayant Chaudhary emphasized the council’s renewed mandate to address the growing demands and complexities of this vibrant sector, noting, “The Media and Entertainment Skill Council’s (MESC) Governing Council has been strengthened to recognize the vast opportunities and the increasing scale of skill development needed, not only within India but also on an international scale. As the Indian media industry expands and diversifies, this inclusive council, comprising some of the sector’s most influential figures, is committed to aligning its skill development initiatives with the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.” He underscored the importance of a collaborative approach with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and industry partners, stressing that the Skill Council must collectively ensure that new entrants to the field are fully prepared to meet the challenges posed by a technologically advanced and highly competitive global market.

Hon’ble Minister also highlighted the global opportunities within the media, broadcasting, and AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sectors, noting that with the rising global demand for skilled professionals, India has an unparalleled opportunity to establish itself as a major talent hub. He further acknowledged the government’s commitment to this vision through the AVGC policy, which aims to build capacity, foster an environment that encourages creative innovation, and significantly enhance the employability of India’s youth, propelling the country towards global recognition in this field.

Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, MSDE, affirmed, “Our commitment at the Ministry is to create a robust framework that not only nurtures talent domestically but elevates India’s reputation as a country of skilled professionals, and shub of skill development for global media markets. By integrating industry-driven curricula and skill-based training in educational institutions, we are paving the way for sustainable career paths and economic upliftment for India’s youth. This strategic alignment is crucial to ensuring that India’s young talent is job-ready as well as ready to turn entrepreneurs and be equipped to contribute to a rapidly changing industry landscape.”

The Governing Council members expressed enthusiasm for the progressive vision laid out. Amit Behl, renowned actor and MESC Secretary, shared, “It was truly empowering to be part of such an inclusive dialogue aimed at strengthening the backbone of India’s media and entertainment  industry.” Dr. Anusha Srinivasan Iyer added, “The synergy was inspiring. It’s wonderful to be part of an initiative that prioritizes both creativity and skill-building.” Dr. Resul Pookutty, Oscar-winning sound designer, remarked, “Straightforwardness, open to ideas, cool  work culture  and initiation of measures without any ado were the qualities are my take home from the meeting today; am happy and proud of The Govt of India for taking unprecedented steps in vitalizing the skill India ecosystem in the MESC sector.” Saameer Mody, founder of Pocket Films, commented, “Feeling empowered to contribute to an industry-first approach that directly benefits our youth.” Rajesh Turakhia, founder of Frameboxx 2.0, stated, “This was a productive session that highlighted the need for skill-based education in a progressive industry like ours.” Sushma Gaikwad, co-founder of Ice Global, concluded, “It’s fulfilling to be part of a council dedicated to practical impact and innovation.”

MESC, under the Chairmanship of Padma Shri Dr. Shankar Mahadevan, is dedicated to building a skilled workforce that meets the demands of India’s media and entertainment sector.   MESC’s accomplishments underscore its commitment to transforming M&E education and creating a skilled, employable workforce.

The collective efforts of MSDE, MESC, and industry leaders mark the beginning of a transformative era for India’s media sector, reflecting the government’s dedication to Skill India to Build India and positioning the nation at the forefront of media and entertainment excellence, paving the way for India to emerge as a global hub of creative and skilled talent, ready to compete and excel on the world stage.

Hon. Minister Jayant Chaudhary Emphasizes MESC Governing Council’s Role In “Skill India To Build India”

• Rajamouli joined a distinguished keynote panel among tech titans at Lumikai Insignia, India’s premier interactive media and gaming summit.
• Rajamouli shared, “Belief finds believers”, on fusion of Indian cultural authenticity with state-of-the-art technology in interactive storytelling.
• From early successes in ‘Eega’ to global successes ‘RRR’ and ‘Baahubali’, Rajamouli mapped his evolution as a filmmaker.

Academy Award Winner SS Rajamouli was part of a keynote session at Lumikai Insignia, India’s premier interactive media and gaming summit. The acclaimed filmmaker shared the stage with global tech leaders including Cevat Yerli, Raja Koduri, and Abdullah Alorainy of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
Reflecting on his journey from Magadheera to Baahubali and RRR, Rajamouli described his relentless pursuit of high-quality storytelling leveraging technology and talent to deliver on his creative vision. “Belief finds believers,” he remarked, “With faith that it can be done, we find people who help us achieve it”.   With films like Magadheera and Eega, he pioneered using high-quality VFX and graphics to propel storytelling in a first-of-kind approach for Indian filmmaking.
The success of Baahubali, followed by RRR have set quality standards and brought a new brand of larger-than-life Indian cinema to global markets garnering critical and commercial acclaim.  
Rajamouli mentioned how he keeps cultural authenticity and quality as focal points in his storytelling, knowing they are key to connecting Indian and global audiences. He noted, “When we created Baahubali or RRR, every bit was made for Indian viewers with an Indian psyche embedded within. And once audiences taste quality, they demand it. With access to incredible content on their mobile devices, they are expecting even better. Quality in entertainment is non-negotiable.”
Additionally, the keynote panellists’ discussion centred on the significant opportunities within India’s interactive media and entertainment sector, particularly given the country’s young, digitally native demographic. The panel emphasized how this growing market presents unprecedented possibilities for innovation in interactive entertainment. The panel also spoke on the evolving role of AI, noting that AI tools’ development and sophistication is imminent.

Commenting on the evolving audience palate for immersive entertainment, Salone Sehgal, Founding General Partner, Lumikai, said, “With a young, increasingly affluent audience and a consumer base exposed to global best, the need for entertainment that is high quality and culturally resonant has never been higher. Visionaries like SS Rajamouli have paved the way for fusing storytelling with technology successfully taking Indian films global. It was our privilege to learn from him at Lumikai Insignia. His unique insights fuelled founders in interactive media gaming who have similar aspirations.”
Capitalizing on this one-of-a-kind congregation of industry leaders, Lumikai, India’s leading interactive media and gaming VC fund, unveiled its highly anticipated “The Lumikai State of India Interactive Media and Gaming Report” for 2024. This seminal research series has established itself as the authoritative resource for understanding India’s gaming landscape. It has been consistently referenced by government bodies guiding policy decisions and industry planning.

 

Lumikai Insignia 2024: SS Rajamouli Champions for Quality and Cultural Integrity in Entertainment

Kajol Solanki is a makeup artist, hairstylist and model. She loves beauty parlours and make-up work from the beginning. On her own, she honed her skills and today she does makeup and hairstyles for many models. While doing this work, she became so proficient that she started modeling herself. She has walked the ramp in Vietnam in the hall itself, as well as in many shows. Now she is also getting into acting, her music video may come by the month of December.

Kajol is a resident of Ahmedabad. They received love and support from their families. She loves travelling and hiking. She have great faith in Lord Shiva and want to visit all the Jyotirlingas and Shiva’s places. In this episode, she has visited eight Jyotirlingas, Pashupati Nath and many temples. She has a lot of respect for her guru Girija Patel, who taught her make-up and hairstyles. She is a huge fan of Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra. Kajol considers her elder brother as her role model. Her elder brother always guides Kajol and supports her in every situation.

Kajol Solanki said that she has worked hard to reach where she is today and today her patience and hard work is paying off. “There are positives and negatives in the industry. It depends on what you’re doing. If you stay with positivity, you will definitely get your destination at the right time. Also, do your work so that your family and society feel proud of you.

Kajol Solanki is a strong-willed, courageous and energetic personality. She is moving ahead with her passion and zeal.

 

Little Known Facts About Kajol Solanki A Makeup Artist, Hairstylist And Model

Sadaf Shaikh needs no introduction. She is a celebrity Journalist, International blogger, Senior Journalist with Press9News, active councillor and councils people who approach her with their problems.She is also an active Social Activist. She cares much for the senior citizens and goes out of the way to reach to them to care for their needs. She even care for the children and takes care of their welfare.

She is also a  Woman of Substance.

Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic and subsequent lockdown, even as people in other States were reeling through trying times  Sadaf Shaikh, as a Social Activist stood up selflessly and dedicated her precious time and resources for the poor and the needy.

She  had shown much concern for the media persons  comprising cameramen, photographers and spotboys etc and have distributed ration kits and umbrella during monsoon.

Her motive is to keep helping people in dire need and still keeps doing it as part of her social service.

With her sincere, tireless and  hard work Sadaf Shaikh  proves that it is not just a  display of exemplary endurance, discipline and service  it is another proud announcement of the volume of hard sincere, devoted and selfless work put in to service as social Activist.

 

Sadaf Shaikh A Social Worker Par Excellence

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हिडिम्बा सिने प्रोडक्शन सॉल्यूशन: कुल्लू की फिल्ममेकिंग की नई पहचान

The muhurat of the Hindi feature film “Vedantam” based on the mythological characteristics and importance of Sanatan was done. This film being made in Image Art Creations Production will present the historical vastness of Sanatan Dharma.

The announcement teaser of the film was released at Movie Time Cinema – The Hub Mall Goregaon Mumbai. In which the chief guest Jagatguru Ramanujacharya Swami Yogeshwaranand Ji, Sandeep Ghuge – Committee Member, Dada Saheb Phalke Chitranagari (Film City) and actress Kiran Aryan were present.

The writer/director of the film Rajeshwar Pandey Raj told that it took about 4 years to write this film, but when this film will authentically show the mythological importance of Sanatan in nature, then the vastness of Sanatan Dharma will spread not only in India but also in all other countries.

The pre-production of the film is in its final stage and now the process of selection of actors is going on. Director Rajeshwar Pandey told that the film will be shot in almost all the states of India as well as in identified places of Indonesia, Nepal, Bhutan, Mauritius and Myanmar.

The project head of the film Akhilesh Mishra is constantly in touch with the Mahants, saints and Hindu religious institutions across the country and is collecting material for the film in their presence in many ways. At the same time, the creative head of the film Saurabh Chauhan has claimed that the film will be made with high-quality technology so that the film can be presented at the world level.

Director Rajeshwar Pandey told that it will take time to complete the film, but the day this film is made and presented to the audience, people will bow down to Sanatan and accept it afresh.

The production work of the film is being looked after by Anand Mohan Pandey, Afsar Sheikh, Manoj Jaiswal etc., the music is by Arjun Tandon, the cinematographer is Naveen B Mishra, VFX is Raunak Bindra and Aman Bhakuni and the film master is Sahil Khan. Famous Bollywood photographer Rama Bhatt is handling the photography and P.R of the film.

 

The Muhurat Of The Film Vedantam, Being Produced By Image Art Creations Production, Was Held In Mumbai, Whose Director Is Rajeshwar Pandey

Mumbai :  Bollywood celebrities highlighted the need for promoting gender inclusivity in films at an event organized by Breakthrough Trust in Mumbai. The event “Reframe by Breakthrough: Reimagining Pop Culture” featured prominent figures, including actor Huma Qureshi, writer and director Vijay Krishna Acharya, director Vikramaditya Motwane, writer and director Varun Grover, film editor Shweta Venkat Mathew, screenwriter and director Nitya Mehra, screenwriter Atika Chouhan, and film critic Mayank Shekhar.

The event witnessed the coming together of many influential voices from Bollywood, who collectively underscored the powerful impact of cinema in shaping societal attitudes and cultural norms. They emphasized that films have the ability not only to entertain but also to reflect and influence how gender roles and relationships are understood in society. The speakers called for an urgent transformation within the industry, advocating for the creation of a more gender-sensitive environment that promotes equal opportunities, diverse representation, and inclusive narratives. They stressed that fostering such a culture is essential for dismantling long-standing stereotypes and biases, ultimately driving positive social change through storytelling.

Acclaimed actor Huma Qureshi said, “A lot of choices I make today are because of the shifts that have come in the industry. There is a shift and I can sense this when I am discussing a script with someone. I should have that choice as an artist. We were told you have to work with heroes to become a star. But do I get to be the hero?” We have examples of men being okay with not being macho, being in their ‘soft boy era’ as we call it. But still a lot needs to be done.” Vijay Krishna Acharya pointed out, “We need to understand why something is working. Why is something that is reprehensible to me, working for the larger audience? People will be patriarchal and all of it, but name calling will not get us to change anything.”

Vikramaditya Motwane said, “Compared to where we were 15 years ago, industry has witnessed progressive evolution. But one size- fits all does not apply anymore. Women have been leads in many shows and movies. To be able to have women as leads for a lot of content is a sign of progress change.”

As the entertainment landscape continues to develop, the demand for gender-sensitive content has never been more pressing. Sohini Bhattacharya, CEO, Breakthrough Trust said, “As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, we want to partner with it to enable more gender-sensitive content. I think this call in not ours alone but women themselves are demanding such content. This call to action marks a significant step toward reshaping the future of cinema and promoting gender equality in the industry. We are trying to build a community and find a common ground to work on the value of gender progressive stories and why they matter, together as a group. Building allyship is the first step towards this.”

The event marked the beginning of meaningful change in partnership with the most influential voices of Bollywood, ensuring that inclusive storytelling becomes the standard rather than the exception. This unified call to action marks a significant step toward reshaping the future of cinema and promoting gender equality in the industry. The path ahead is clear: by amplifying inclusive storytelling, Bollywood can lead the charge in redefining societal norms and inspiring positive change.

Bollywood Icons Rally For Gender Inclusivity In Cinema

Meet Mrs Almas Anfar Kathuria, India Middle East 2024

Mrs India Middle East 2024 (Dubai)

Mrs Tourism International 2024 (Thailand)representing India.

Almas is the proud winner of Charity Queen (For highest contribution towards charity charity)Thailand  and also the Regent Smart City Queen (Thailand).

Almas based out in Dubai, is privileged to have crowned four times  – title-winner.

Almas is an entrepreneur and firmly believes in charity and as  kind-hearted any generous person she does a lot of charity.

She is above all a magnanimous personality ever smiling to always be of help to persons in dire need anytime and anywhere.

Above all Almas is wedded to the hospitality industry and her husband Tarun Kathuria is the proud owner of chain of hotels in Dubai,Georgia,Russia ,Thailand

He gives an able support to her and stands by her charity and brand endorsements. Almas is into launch of her own make-up brand in December 2024.

 

4 Titles Winner Mrs Almas Anfar Kathuria Ambassador For Internal Relations Regent Smart City Queen Thailand

The applause celebrates the evening of “The Hound” debut with a massive blast entry of Sudev Production following the title screening. The exhilaration, the rush, and the shouts convey all. The Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA) saw another Bollywood blockbuster go through its journey. In front of the filmmakers, actors, and media representatives, Sudev Production presented a unique “cine-vision” of their movie universe. The film’s producer, Mrs. Shahenaz Shaikh, shared her opinions about filmmaker Krishan Halder’s imaginative and unconventional ideas, also “The Hound”. She also praised Tanvi Nimbhorkar and Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla for their exceptional craftsmanship.

About Director:

From the city of art and craft, Kolkata, started as an animated filmmaker to Bollywood debut, Indian film director Krishan Halder made an extraordinary journey.He is also among those whose stories on children’s TV shows, OTTs, and comic books delighted a lot of us. In addition to his work as a screenwriter, he has directed films such as “The God,” “Metaphor: Another Story,” “Let It forever,” and others. He added that his passion for movies stems from his appreciation of all the arts that go into making a film, in addition to his emotive love for visual storytelling.

About Sudhanshu:

Actor Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla is well-known in India for having appeared in web series. In the 2025 release of the Hindi feature film “The Hound,” he will make his screen debut alongside Tanvi Nimbhorkar. Like most actors pursuing their dream of becoming an action hero, he was ecstatic about getting his start. His debut will also serve as another proof that perseverance pays off. A memorable trip from the alleyway of Lucknow to the Bollywood big screen.

About Tanvi:

Maharashtra-born actress Tanvi Nimbhorkar is well-known for her appearances on Indian television and web series. She was also very excitedly enjoying her debut with Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla. She can anticipate numerous career affirmations from her transition from the silver screen to the big screen.

Visions Of Sudev Production:

Producer Mr. Satish K. Rao and Mr. Varun Puri responded to this query by mentioning the Sudev production’s values. Gathering innovative concepts and introducing fresh talent can increase the opportunities for excellent movies and Sudev production, paving the way for them. Rather than a film production firm, they want to ensure that the voyage of Sudev production will be contributions of long stories of creative individuals or teamworks. Long live Cinema!!!

 

Sudev Production Has Announced Their Big Bollywood Entry THE HOUND With Sudhanshu Shekhar Shukla And Tanvi Nimbhorkar.

Mumbai. Bollywood singer Deepak Giri has been honored with the prestigious award ‘Mahatma Gandhi Ratna Award 2024’ in Mumbai.

The grand event was organized under KCF Foundation on Gandhi Jayanti 2 October 2024 at Mayor Hall, Andheri West Mumbai. Famous singer Deepak Giri received this award from the hands of chief guest Surendra Pal, Dheeraj Kumar, Sunil Pal, musician Dilip Sen, Sanand Verma (Bhabhi Ji Ghar Pe Hain). Deepak Giri is very excited to be honored with this prestigious award.

All-rounder singer Deepak Giri thanked Dr. Krishna Chouhan, the organizer of this award show and said that it was a proud moment for me to stand on the stage among so many big personalities and receive the award associated with the name of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi.

Deepak Giri is a famous Bollywood singer who has sung songs for many films and hundreds of his albums have been released by many music companies including T-Series. His stage shows keep happening in India and abroad in which he mesmerizes everyone with Kishore Kumar’s songs.

Deepak Giri, a well-known singer of Hindi cinema world, is doing a very good job in the industry. A lot of potential is seen in Deepak Giri. He is also a live performer in musical shows. Deepak Giri has been awarded many awards. He got recognition from Kishore Kumar’s songs but he is an all-rounder singer. Many of his projects are also coming soon.

        

Bollywood Singer Deepak Giri  Honored With The Prestigious ‘Mahatma Gandhi Ratna Award 2024’ In Mumbai