MovieVerse Studios, Beacon Media forge content alliance for Global South
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The alliance is intended to bridge diverse cultures and markets. It represents a significant shift in the entertainment landscape by prioritising collaboration and highlighting underrepresented stories from emerging regions.
'In today's connected world, the future of storytelling depends on meaningful collaborations that bring together creativity, technology, and reach,' said Aditya Pittie, Managing Director, IN10 Media Network. 'This partnership encourages the industry to work more closely, fostering a diverse and inclusive content ecosystem that resonates with global audiences.'
Manoj Narender Madnani, Chairman of Beacon Media, said, 'We are entering an era where collaboration, not competition, is the key to success. This alliance is not just about creating content. It's about reshaping the global entertainment landscape, ensuring that diverse stories reach audiences across all formats and are made accessible worldwide. It's 1+1=11 in action, where strategic partnerships, such as this one with IN10 Media, backed by visionary entrepreneurs like Aditya Pittie and Anand Mahindra, multiply impact.'
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The partnership will develop feature films, premium series and micro-series designed specifically for digital-first platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. It will also explore experimental formats to connect with next-generation audiences in innovative ways.
'The Global South is home to some of the most dynamic and culturally rich stories waiting to be told,' said Vivek Krishnani, CEO of MovieVerse Studios. 'With this partnership, we are ensuring these culturally rooted narratives reach the global stage in the most impactful way possible. We are excited to develop content that resonates across geographies and platforms, whether it is through compelling cinematic storytelling or strategic digital-first initiatives.'
The alliance is positioned within the growing economic and cultural links between India, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. These are among the largest investors in India's entertainment and technology sectors. IN10 Media Network has been instrumental in driving India's entertainment sector forward by combining traditional storytelling with advanced digital distribution models.
One of the first projects will be a Malayalam-language feature film, aimed at bringing South Indian storytelling to a global audience. The alliance is also working on a slate of films and will adapt bestselling fiction works by Dr Deepak Chopra, building on his broad international readership.
A new series of digital-first micro-series is being developed to target younger audiences across social platforms through short and engaging narratives.
To lead its original content slate, Beacon Media has appointed author and screenwriter Manini Priyan as Head of Content. She brings a global outlook and strong cross-market experience, aimed at delivering culturally relevant, high-quality content at scale.
Beacon Media also maintains a production alliance with Fadi Ismail, the former Director of Drama at MBC Group. He is overseeing Arabic-language content for digital-first audiences.
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