NE ENTERTAINMENT BUREAU
CHENNAI, FEB 16
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and Legendary actor Kamal Haasan will jointly inaugurate the FICCI Media & Entertainment Business Conclave (MEBC) South Connect 2025 on Saturday, announced the organisers.
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Join us at the FICCI Media & Entertainment Business Conclave: South Connect in Chennai on 21st January 2025!
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“India’s media and entertainment landscape is witnessing a dynamic transformation, with regional industries playing a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s global footprint. To accelerate this momentum, FICCI Media & Entertainment Business Conclave (MEBC) South Connect 2025 is slated to be organised on February 21-22 at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. This landmark event will serve as a pivotal forum to explore the evolving future of films, television, OTT, gaming, animation, and digital entertainment, setting the stage for innovation, collaboration, and strategic growth in India’s creative economy,” a FICCI releases said.
Key themes and sectors covered in the two-day conference will feature a mix of knowledge sessions, masterclasses, workshops, content market, and exhibitions.
The primary focus areas include:
- Films: The evolution of Indian cinema and its growing impact globally.
- Television & OTT: The transformation of traditional entertainment into digital formats.
- Broadcasting & Music: Innovations shaping the way audiences consume content.
- Gaming, Animation, and VFX: Exploring India’s role as a powerhouse for emerging technologies.
- Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in M&E: Addressing regulatory frameworks and policies.
Developer’s Day
On Day-2, the conference “PlayNext” is an exclusive Developer’s Day featuring deep-dive sessions into gaming, esports, and interactive entertainment. This segment will explore the future of gaming as it merges with mainstream entertainment.
The two-day event aims to gain insights from top decision-makers in the media & entertainment industry.
- Network with key stakeholders, including policymakers, investors, and content creators.
- Explore opportunities in India’s rapidly growing AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics) and OTT industries.
- Participate in hands-on masterclasses and knowledge sessions to enhance skills.
The event is supported by the Key regional association representing Producers, Directors, Actors and cinematographers and would witness the presence of veteran and next generation industry leaders from Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam film industries.
MEBC South Connect 2025 is set to be a transformative experience, providing an unparalleled opportunity for networking, business collaborations, and strategic discussions that will shape the future of India’s media and entertainment landscape.