Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the inaugural World Audiovisual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 at Mumbai’s Jio World Centre. Running from May 1 to 4, the four-day mega event will unite leading voices from across the global entertainment landscape to spark conversations on creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Major Boost for India’s Creator Economy
The summit comes at the right moment for India’s media and entertainment industry, which grew to Rs 2.5 lakh crore in revenue in 2024. To further accelerate its growth, the Modi government has announced a $1 billion creator economy fund to bolster the creator economy, enhance content quality, and increase global competitiveness. Further, Rs 400 crore has been provided to set up the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies in Mumbai, which will specialize in education of talent in animation, gaming, and digital media.
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India’s online video market itself is estimated to attract $17 billion of investments within the next five years, while the overall industry is anticipated to grow at 7.2%, reaching Rs 2.7 trillion in 2025.
Global Talent and Industry Powerhouses Unite
WAVES 2025 will host more than 10,000 delegates, 1,000 artists, 300 companies, 350 startups, and thought leaders from over 90 nations. The summit will feature platforms such as WAVEx, where startups will meet investors, and CreatoSphere, featuring masterclasses and competitions for emerging talent.
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The list of invitees features legendary Indian actors such as Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, and Alia Bhatt. Global entertainment moguls such as Netflix’s Ted Sarandos, YouTube’s Neal Mohan, and Instagram’s Adam Mosseri will also be attending.
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Hosted by FICCI with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Create in India Challenge, WAVES 2025 is set to redefine India’s global entertainment presence.
