WAVES is a premier global event that brings together the entire Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector. It aims to connect India's M&E industry with the global market, fostering growth, collaborations, and innovations. The first edition of the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) will be organized in 2025, in India by the National Film Development Corporation under the aegis of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting supported by the Indian Industry associations in the sector.
WAVES aims to provide impetus to the India M&E sector growth by bringing together minister-led delegations, global and Indian industry leaders, policymakers, M&E industry and its innovators to explore opportunities, address challenges and shape the future of the M&E industry. The Global M&E industry includes Films, TV, Broadcast, Print, Radio, News, New Media, Advertising, Animation, VFX, Gaming & E-sports, AR/VR/XR, Music, LIVE events etc.
As a precursor to WAVES, various associations and organizations are hosting Create in India Challenge: Season 1. This initiative offers a platform for talented individuals to showcase their skills in the fields of Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics and Extended Reality. For more information on Create in India Challenge: Season 1 please click here: Create in India challenge Season 1
Major Components of WAVES
- Global Media Dialogue: Interaction of Ministers and key policymakers dealing with the Media and Entertainment sector across the globe.
- Thought Leaders Track: Plenary sessions, Conferences and Breakout sessions
- Exhibition: Pavilions by M&E industries, showcasing both Indian and Global innovation and latest trends, fostering B2B, B2C, B2G collaborations and opportunities for Investment in India, Immersive & Experiential Zones, Gaming Arcade.
- WAVES Bazaar: An industry led marketplace for identifying business partners for tie-ups. Convergence of Buyers and Sellers from different countries across the globe.
- WaveXcelerator: Investment opportunity for Startups in the M&E sector and live pitching sessions.
- Bharat Pavilion: Celebrating the journey of Bharat from its ancient cultural heritage of storytelling & presenting it in its future-ready Avatar.
- CreatoSphere: Masterclasses & Workshops, Creators Conclave, Grand Finale of Create in India Challenges
- Cultural Events: Cultural events by Global and Indian performers.
For more information on WAVES, please click here: WAVES Website
