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Banijay Asia, part of global content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, today announced a collaborative deal with Netherlands-based global unscripted format creator Talpa Studios. Under this new two-year agreement, Banijay Asia will represent Talpa Studios’ diverse portfolio of non-scripted formats in India and Thailand, expanding the reach of Talpa’s celebrated IPs across two of Asia’s most dynamic entertainment markets.
Talpa Studios’ portfolio includes hits such as The Floor, The Quiz with Balls, The Alliance and Most Wanted, among others. Through this partnership, Banijay Asia will bring Talpa Studios’ compelling shows and creative concepts to broadcasters and streaming platforms across India and Thailand — with an aim to localize, adapt, and produce these IPs for regional audiences.
Deepak Dhar, Founder and Group CEO, Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, said:
“Like Banijay Entertainment, Talpa Studios has built a reputation for delivering formats that have contributed positively to the global entertainment landscape. At Banijay Asia, we’ve always believed in the power of great storytelling backed by strong format DNA, and this partnership allows us to introduce some truly exciting concepts to India and Thailand. We look forward to collaborating closely with Talpa Studios to bring these ideas alive for our audiences with our signature local flavour and scale.”
Maarten Meijs, CEO Talpa Studios, said, “Asia is an exciting and fast-evolving market for unscripted entertainment, and working with Banijay Asia allows us to connect our creative ideas with local audiences. Their proven ability to translate global formats into distinctive local hits makes them a perfect partner to represent our catalogue in the region. This collaboration reflects our shared belief in creativity and the power of strong partnerships to reach audiences worldwide.”
Comments Off on Banijay Asia’s ‘Race to Space’ Kicks Off in Thailand
Banijay Asia, a part of Banijay Entertainment, today announced the roll-out of its latest disruptive concept with Race to Space Thailand. The ‘genre-bending’ format, conceptualised by Banijay Asia and SERA (Space Exploration & Research Agency), and produced by Deepak Dhar’s CreAsia Studio, for TrueVisions NOW, is set to send the first-ever Thai citizen into space. SERA joins the mission as its backbone, to work alongside CreAsia Studio to help bring to life, this ‘out-of-the-planet’ experience.
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia, Endemol Shine India, and CreAsia Studio, said:“As an Indian creator and producer, it fills me with pride to see our ideas travelling beyond borders and shaping new frontiers of storytelling. Race to Space Thailand is not just a show – it is a movement that democratises space travel and inspires millions to dream big. Thailand is just the beginning, the format will soon resonate in India as well as other parts of South East Asia, as we take the concept forward with team SERA.”
For Banijay Asia, this is more than just another ambitious project – it is a landmark that signals the rise of Indian-born imagination shaping global frontiers. With space exploration as its canvas, the show will blend science, aspiration, and entertainment – to deliver a ‘never-seen-and-felt-before’ experience.
Mr. Ongard Prapakamol, Head of TrueVisions and Media, True Corporation PLC, stated: “With our commitment to being the Home of Entertainment in the digital era, TrueVisions NOW continues to deliver world-class, one-of-a-kind content experiences to Thai audiences, especially content that resonates with digital lifestyles and sparks boundless inspiration. This historic collaboration with CreAsia is not only a gateway to global-scale content, but also the beginning of a new frontier for Thailand. For the very first time, Thai people from all walks of life – regardless of profession or gender – will have the chance to compete for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Mrinalini Jain, Group Chief Development Officer – Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India, said: “Race to Space is a landmark concept in the journey of Banijay Asia’s global storytelling ambition. It’s a format that embodies aspiration, innovation, and inclusivity – giving ordinary people the chance to live out their most extraordinary dream. We’re excited to partner with SERA in making this a reality.”
Joshua Skurla, Co-Founder of SERA, added: “The collaboration between SERA, TrueVisions NOW, and CreAsia Studio is founded on a shared vision to inspire an entire nation. We are building a cultural phenomenon that unites the country in a shared endeavor. We are honored to be part of this moment, and look forward to also kicking off the India phase soon.”
Comments Off on Banijay Asia and Collective Artists Network Collaborate to Launch Creator-Centric Universe
In a major move to redefine the creator economy in India, Banijay Asia, one of India’s leading content powerhouses, has joined hands with Collective Artists Network (CAN), the country’s premier talent and creator company, to launch a first-of-its-kind creator-led content and IP engine.
This landmark collaboration will conceptualize, develop, and produce creator-first and creator-controlled properties across scripted, unscripted, branded, and digital-first formats — spanning long-form shows, short-form skits, micro-dramas, and vertical social content.
At the heart of this alliance lies the powerful convergence of creators, content, and commerce – leveraging CAN’s expansive creator and brand network, and Banijay Asia’s expertise in content creation and production at scale.
The collaboration has already onboarded leading creators like Aisha Ahmed, Dolly Singh, and Kashish to develop brand-friendly content. CAN is also in active conversations with large FMCG and E-commerce advertisers to co-create high-impact, culturally resonant content that merges entertainment with brand purpose.
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India said: “This partnership marks a bold new chapter in content creation — where creators are no longer just participants but become the driving force behind the narrative. By joining forces with Collective Artists Network, we’re building a powerful ecosystem at the intersection of content, creators, and brands. Together, we’re setting the blueprint for the future of entertainment.”
Mrinalini Jain, Group Chief Development Officer, Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India added:“We see this as a creator-powered revolution. The future lies in content that’s authentic, scalable, and culture-shaping — and creators are at the center of it. With Collective Artists Network’s unmatched access to talent and brands, and Banijay Asia’s storytelling DNA, we’re launching a next-gen engine that’s built for today’s platforms and tomorrow’s audiences.”
Dhruv Chigopekar, Co-Founder, Collective Artists Network, said: “This partnership marks a meaningful step forward for both traditional and new-age content. Banijay Asia has built some of India’s most iconic shows, and to see that scale and storytelling depth now extend to the creator space is exciting. What’s changing is how stories are being told, creators are becoming part of the process instead of just the output. This collaboration allows us to explore that shift thoughtfully, combining structure with spontaneity, and legacy with a fresh lens. We believe it’s a strong foundation for what the next decade of entertainment could look like.
What this collaboration unlocks:
Launching a new destination for CAN’s creators to tell their stories spanning scripted, unscripted, and branded formats, which are genre and platform-agnostic.
Talent integration into Banijay Asia’s existing IPs, opening new doors for creators to host, act, write, or contribute creatively to Banijay Asia’s broad content slate.
Co-creating digital-first, short-format content, micro-dramas, skits, sketches, vertical stories, and social-first formats specifically with CAN creators.
Leveraging CAN’s expertise to lead brand integration and sponsorship across all joint content initiatives.
Developing a creator-driven content universe across Instagram, YouTube and Facebook, which then potentially expands into other platforms.
The partnership reflects Banijay Entertainment’s global vision of aligning with creators to modernise brands, bridge the gap between creators and creatives, and reach new audiences through culturally-resonant formats.
Comments Off on Banijay Asia and NODWIN Gaming form Strategic Partnership to Amplify Youth Engagement in India
Banijay Asia, a part of Banijay Entertainment, and NODWIN Gaming, a material subsidiary of Nazara Technologies, today announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize esports, gaming and youth entertainment in India. This collaboration marks a significant step in blending cutting-edge content with the booming gaming and youth culture ecosystem. As part of this alliance, Banijay Asia will take the helm in producing Playground, NODWIN Gaming’s flagship gaming reality show that has redefined the intersection of gaming, entertainment, and influencer culture in the region. The partnership will also bring new scripted and captive reality shows to daylight, with both companies co-developing new intellectual properties (IPs) and pioneering fresh content concepts across gaming, esports and youth culture
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO – Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India, commented, “This collaboration with NODWIN Gaming is an exciting extension of our vision to create content that resonates with evolving youth audiences. Gaming is not just a sport; it’s a culture, a lifestyle, and a massive content opportunity. With Playground and our upcoming IPs, we aim to redefine engagement and storytelling in this space.” He further added, “I look forward to the creative collaboration with Akshat Rathee, and Joost Roset who we previously worked with, in bringing iconic global IPs to India. This is an invaluable opportunity to create clutter-breaking formats in the youth and gaming space.”
With a diverse portfolio of high-impact IPs including the televised esports tournament – BGMI Masters Series (BGMS), Comic Con India, NH7 Weekender, and more, NODWIN Gaming is a key player in the gaming, esports and youth entertainment ecosystem.
Talking about the partnership, Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder & MD, NODWIN Gaming, said, “Youth entertainment is evolving rapidly, and our partnership with Banijay Asia positions us perfectly to lead that change. With Playground, we’ve just begun to explore what’s possible. Backed by Banijay’s global expertise, we’re now set to scale the IP across multiple languages and markets, with the ambition of building an international format. At the heart of our approach is our philosophy of ‘timeshare of mindshare’. We’re not just creating content, we’re creating cultural moments. The Rusk creative team will stay actively involved as we expand the universe of Playground, aiming to grow from one show to between five and ten each year. This is just the beginning of a bold new chapter in gaming and youth content.”
With gaming emerging as one of the most influential youth-driven industries, this partnership is poised to set new benchmarks in how gaming and entertainment are consumed in India. By leveraging Banijay Asia’s expertise in content creation and NODWIN Gaming’s deep-rooted understanding of gaming communities, the collaboration promises to push creative boundaries and capture the imagination of young audiences nationwide.
Banijay Entertainment has strong expertise in the gaming space, via its global distribution arm Banijay Rights, with successful gaming activations leveraging key brands including Peaky Blinders, Black Mirror, Simon’s Cat and MasterChef.
Comments Off on BBC STUDIOS AND BANIJAY ASIA ANNOUNCE PRODUCTION PARTNERSHIP IN INDIA
BBC Studios today announced that it will be partnering with Banijay Asia, part of the content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, to continue bringing its world-leading formats to audiences in India. Based in Mumbai, Banijay Asia will have exclusive access to BBC Studios’ extensive unscripted and scripted format catalogue and will produce its shows with a distinctly local flavour for Indian broadcasters and streamers.
BBC Studios is renowned for its portfolio of global hit entertainment shows, including The 1% Club, Dancing with the Stars, Weakest Link and Great Bake Off, as well as scripted formats such as The Office and Ghosts. This new multi-year deal will see Banijay Asia launch BBC Studios’ existing and new formats in India for the first time.
Banijay Asia is a joint venture between Banijay Entertainment and Founder and Group CEO, Deepak Dhar, who leads both Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India in the region. Alongside successful original titles such as Into The Wild With Bear Grylls and Trial By Fire, the companies have seen great success adapting Banijay Entertainment formats for the Indian market including Masterchef, Big Brother, Deal or No Deal, Temptation Island and Fear Factor. They are also behind a number of hit third-party local adaptations including The Night Manager, Call My Agent: Bollywood and The Good Wife.
The new partnership will see BBC Studios cease its own production activity locally, once current and contracted commitments are delivered, to focus on this new model in India.
Jacob DeBoer, EVP Global Entertainment for BBC Studios, said: “Banijay Asia is an outstanding producer with the creativity, vision and local expertise to bring BBC Studios’ rich catalogue of formats to life for the Indian market. We are excited for this partnership to bring the next generation of compelling, talked-about entertainment shows to Indian audiences. I would also like to pay tribute to the BBC Studios team in Mumbai for all the incredible content they have developed and produced over the years, with our very first episode of Jhalak Dikhla Ja in 2006.”
Deepak Dhar, Founder and Group CEO, Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, said: “BBC Studios has an incredible catalogue of iconic formats and, as its exclusive partner in India, we will bring these powerful stories to Indian viewers with our unique approach to storytelling. This strategic collaboration aligns with our vision of delivering high-quality, impactful content that resonates across platforms.”
Matt Forde, MD Global Entertainment for BBC Studios said: “Our strategy is to deliver BBC Studios’ hit entertainment shows to audiences around the world, working with the best in the business to engage audiences locally. Banijay Asia shares our commitment to its craft and to powerful storytelling, with a proven track record in adapting hit shows that really breakthrough in India. We can’t wait to see what they will do with our world-leading IP.”
Comments Off on Banijay Asia brings NBCUniversal’s ‘Monk’ to India on Disney+ Hotstar
Banijay Asia, part of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, and Disney+ Hotstar announces the Indian adaptation of NBCUniversal’s iconic detective series Monk.
The adaptation will revolve around Adrian Monk, a detective with obsessive-compulsive disorder and his assistants Sharona Fleming and Natalie Teeger. Monk works with the San Francisco Police Department in solving unconventional cases while investigating his wife’s unsolved murder. The plot also explores the main characters’ personal lives and struggles.
The Indian adaptation of the series is already in production and will stream exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar and Hulu. This marks the first Asian adaptation of the format and the second worldwide, following the Turkish version. Monk original aired on USA Network in the United States and is licensed globally by NBCUniversal Formats, which is part of Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group.
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India, said “We are incredibly excited to partner with NBCUniversal Formats to adapt Monk for the Indian audiences. The original series has set a new benchmark for character-driven mysteries, and we believe our adaptation will resonate similarly. With a stellar cast in place, we are confident about doing justice to the iconic characters. The production has been progressing seamlessly, and we look forward to showcasing this exciting project on Disney+ Hotstar, thus taking our long and fruitful association one step ahead, as we continue to bring high-quality and engaging content to Indian audiences together.”
Sumanta Bose, Business Head HSM and Content Head Disney+ Hotstar (Hindi),shared his excitement about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Banijay Asia and NBCUniversal Formats to bring this award-winning series to the Indian audience. Monk is an exciting fit for our platform, with its captivating mix of humor, mystery, and emotional depth. We have attempted to make this adaptation feel rooted and Indian, and thus uniquely fresh for our audiences including those who may have seen the original.”
Ana Langenberg, SVP Format Sales & Production, NBCUniversal Formats added, “It’s wonderful to see Monk finding a home with Indian audiences. The show’s charm has connected with viewers around the world, and with trusted partners like Banijay Asia & Disney+ Hotstar, we know this adaptation will capture the heart of the original while embracing a new cultural backdrop. We’re eager to see this beloved series brought to life in India.
Produced by Banijay Asia, the series promises to deliver a compelling adaptation, seamlessly blending the gripping nature of a detective thriller with emotionally rich and relatable character dynamics. Monk is poised to be another standout hit, following in the footsteps of Banijay Asia’s previous successful adaptations like The Trial – Pyaar, Kanoon, Dhokha (The Good Wife) and The Night Manager on Disney+ Hotstar.
Comments Off on Banijay Asia and SERA Collaborate on an Innovative Format Show Chronicling the Journey to Send One Indian to Space on Blue Origin’s New Shepard Rocket
Banijay Asia, part of Banijay Entertainment, the world’s largest independent content producer, has announced its collaboration with Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) to produce an innovative format show that will showcase the nationwide hunt for one ordinary Indian citizen who will journey into space on a future Blue Origin New Shepard mission. The format will capture the drama, disappointment, and joy as the shortlisted individuals participate in various challenges that test their mettle and readiness for space travel. The show will culminate in the selection of a final winner who will have the opportunity to become one of the first Indian citizens to travel into space.
This announcement builds on SERA’s recent news announcing India as a partner nation for their human spaceflight program aimed at giving an opportunity to citizens from countries with few or no astronauts to travel into space. SERA’s mission is to democratize space travel by opening up opportunities for ordinary citizens to experience the wonders of space exploration.
“At Banijay Asia, our mission has always been to explore new horizons in storytelling. We’re embarking on an unprecedented journey with SERA to create a reality format that transcends the ordinary. It’s a privilege to document this journey of an ordinary Indian space traveler, and show how this program will not only transform their life but also democratize space travel more broadly. We’re excited to entertain and inspire our audiences as we pave a new path in the world of competitive reality television, and spark a new wave of interest in space exploration,” said Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India.
Mrinalini Jain, Group Chief Development Officer, Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India, expressed her enthusiasm saying: “Partnering with SERA is a testament to Banijay Asia’s quest to find inspiring stories to narrate in the most innovative formats. We will pioneer an innovative and inspirational format by blending the thrill of reality television with the awe of space exploration. This will be a game-changing format showing every step of the journey from selection to space.”
Joshua Skurla, Co-Founder, SERA, shared his excitement for the collaboration: “SERA is founded on the principle of making space accessible to all. Our mission is to inspire and enable individuals from all backgrounds to explore the cosmos, fostering a new era of discovery and understanding. This partnership with Banijay Asia will bring space- and science-related content to a diverse audience. We look forward to their innovative approach to transform this historic endeavor into a movement that will not only inspire millions but also cultivate a global dialogue on the future of space exploration.”
SERA’s spaceflight program will offer citizens from across the world six seats on a future mission of New Shepard, Blue Origin’s reusable suborbital rocket. The mission will fly the selected astronauts on an 11-minute journey past the Kármán line (100 km), the internationally-recognized boundary of space.
Comments Off on Deepak Dhar’s BANIJAY ASIA and Ravi Shastri’s SPORTING BEYOND Announce Strategic Partnership to Redefine CRICKETAINMENT
Deepak Dhar’s Banijay Asia (a joint venture between him and Banijay), and Ravi Shastri’s Sporting Beyond (founded by Ravi Shastri and Jaiveer Panwar), today announced a strategic partnership aimed at redefining the landscape of cricket entertainment through content and live events. This collaboration is set to explore innovative ways of merging cricket and entertainment (Cricketainment), creating engaging content that resonates across diverse platforms.
Announcing the development, Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO of Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India, commented, “This partnership is a pivotal step in reinforcing our newly established sports and live events vertical. Our ambition to dominate the sports content entertainment space has never been clearer. By merging Ravi’s extensive cricket expertise with our innovative content creation capabilities, we aim to deliver unparalleled cricket entertainment experiences. This collaboration with Sporting Beyond will craft a new and unique narrative in cricket entertainment in India, and across the globe.”
Commenting on the partnership, Ravi Shastri, Founder & Director – Sporting Beyond, added, “My journey in sports and my passion for cricket has always been about pushing the boundaries. Partnering with Banijay Asia is a thrilling new chapter that allows us to blend cricket with entertainment in unique and exciting ways. We are excited to bring our experience to the table and together, aim to captivate the audiences like never before.”
This partnership is in line with Banijay Asia’s commitment to innovation in the entertainment sector and aligns seamlessly with Ravi Shastri’s extensive expertise and respected standing in the cricket world. Together, they aim to set new benchmarks and deliver premium and tailored content for millions of cricket enthusiasts, across the globe. The collaboration further syncs in with Banijay’s recent launch of Banijay Sports, underscoring its ambition to expand across the sportainment, documentary, and digital sectors through strategic partnerships, content investments, and M&A activities.
Comments Off on Banijay Asia Elevates Rajesh Chadha to Chief Operating Officer of Scripted Division
Banijay Asia, a part of media & entertainment powerhouse Banijay, today announced the promotion of Rajesh Chadha to Chief Operating Officer of its Scripted Division. Previously serving as EVP & Business Head – Scripted, Rajesh has been pivotal in driving the success of its scripted content across various platforms.
In his elevated role, Rajesh will spearhead the development, production, and strategic operations of the scripted division. His promotion is in line with Banijay Asia’s commitment to strengthen its market leadership in producing compelling, narrative-driven content.
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO of Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, commented on the promotion, stating, “Rajesh’s journey with us has been marked by remarkable achievements and relentless dedication to excellence. As he steps into his new role, I am confident that Rajesh will continue to lead our Scripted Division to new heights, reinforcing our commitment to delivering outstanding content that engages audiences worldwide.”
Expressing his enthusiasm for his new responsibilities, Rajesh Chadha said, “It’s an absolute privilege to be given this opportunity to further contribute to Banijay Asia’s journey. Being part of this incredible team has been an enriching experience, and I am eager to embrace the challenges and opportunities this new role brings. Together, we aim to continue innovating and captivating our audience with high-quality, impactful narratives.”
A media veteran with over 30 years of experience, Rajesh has worked with Endemol, BBC Studios and RBNL, amongst others. He has spearheaded content execution of multiple seasons of award-winning OTT series like Criminal Justice, Out of Love, Rudra, The Night Manager and The Trial, amongst others. As a founder of IMRC Entertainment, he also produced fiction and non-fiction shows across Star Network, Sony TV, Zee TV & Colors.
Comments Off on Deepak Dhar forms CreAsia Studio for South East Asia
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO – Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India, today announced Banijay Asia’s strategic expansion into South East Asia, with the formation of a new entity – CreAsia Studio. With a focus on local collaborations to create local originals and produce local Banijay IP adaptations, he announced the appointment of Jessica Kam-Engle as the EVP & Business Head of CreAsia Studio. She will report to Deepak Dhar, and be responsible for driving business strategy and growth in the key markets of South East Asia – Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand. An established Film/TV producer and studio executive, Jessica has more than 20 years of experience working in the region, with brands like Disney+, HBO Asia, Warner Media Entertainment Networks, MTV Networks/Viacom, MGM Gold Network, Dow Jones Newswires, and Celestial Pictures
Talking about the development, Deepak said, “Given Jessica’s unparalleled experience in the Asian market, Banijay’s global IPs and marquee concepts, exciting local collaborations and a focus on India as a production hub for the region, CreAsia Studio is our next growth engine.” He further added, “We’re confident of Jessica’s leadership to steer us towards a leading presence in the region. Her appointment is also a testament to our commitment to tapping into newer markets and diversifying our portfolio in the vibrant South East Asian entertainment sector.”
Talking about her new innings, Jessica Kam-Engle said, “It’s my privilege to join the Banijay family, and I am excited to lead the strategic expansion in South East Asia. There are vast opportunities to develop local and global IPs with the pool of creative talent from this region, leveraging Banijay’s world-class content production expertise and its global distribution clout. I am looking forward to exciting collaborations with key players in the region.”
Jessica was most recently Head of Content and Development for Disney+ in APAC, during which she commissioned more than 60 scripted and non-scripted original series across the region with notable commercial hits include Korean dramas Moving, Big Bet, Connect; Japanese live action Gannibal; Chinese series Taiwan Crime Stories, Delicacies Destiny; and Bahasa series Wedding Agreement, Mendua, Call My Agent, Teluh Darah. In 2017-2021 Jessica was Head of Original Production for HBO Asia overseeing its original productions across Asia in 10 languages, including TV series like Workers, Invisible Stories, The Talwars: Behind Closed Doors, Folklore, Food Lore, Grisse, The Teenage Psychic 2, and feature film The Garden Of Evening Mists. Prior to HBO, she has been an independent film producer, based out of Beijing and Hong Kong from 2008 to 2016, during which time she produced 10 feature films including the critically acclaimed The Piano in a factory.
This latest move complement’s Banijay’s existing activity and presence in the region driven by its global distribution operation, Banijay Rights, which continues to handle format licensing across the region in collaboration with Dhar and the team.
Comments Off on Miss World Organization Mandates EndemolShine India As Producers for Miss World Festival 2024
In an exciting development for the global entertainment industry, the Miss World Organization has officially appointed EndemolShine India as the producers for the upcoming 71st Miss World Festival, a global extravaganza that would be streamed and telecast across the world. This marks a significant milestone as the prestigious event returns to India after 28 years, promising a grand celebration of female achievement and women’s empowerment. Branding, sponsorships, and media buying for the festival will be managed by Adsplash Media Pvt Ltd.
Commenting on the development, Rishi Negi, Group COO – Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India, said, “Getting the production mandate for Miss World 2024 is a testament to our leadership and excellence in large-scale event production. This opportunity allows us to bring our expertise to one of the most celebrated global events, right here in India.” Elsewhere in the Banijay footprint, Miss France was produced, by the company of the same name, for TF1, where it was the second most viewed unscripted show in the country last year.
Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organization,Ms. Julia Evelyn Morley CBE, expressed her excitement, stating, ” “Returning to India, a country that I adore, and inviting 120 National winners to experience the beauty of this nation is a tremendous honour. We will be bringing the world to India and showcasing India to the world.”
Scheduled to take place between February 18th and March 9th, 2024, the festival will be hosted across several spectacular venues, including the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The series of events will kick off with “The Opening Ceremony” and “India Welcomes the World Gala” on February 20th, hosted by the India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) at the stunning Hotel Ashok in New Delhi. The festival will culminate with the dazzling 71st Miss World global finale at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on March 9th.
This monumental event, renowned for propelling the profiles of eminent personalities like Ms. Aishwarya Rai, Ms. Priyanka Chopra, and Ms. Manushi Chillar, has been pivotal in enhancing India’s stature on the global stage. The Miss World pageant, established in 1951, extends beyond traditional beauty contests, fostering a new paradigm focused on empowering women through humanitarian service.
The 71st Miss World Festival will feature various competitions and charitable initiatives, emphasizing the qualities that make these young women ambassadors of change. Each contestant will have their own media channel on the MissWorld.com platform, allowing them to showcase why they should advance to the Top 20 finalists.
Mr. Jamil Saidi of Vikas Lifecare, Strategic Partner MW added “I’m delighted that my efforts to bring the 71st Miss World to India has been made a reality by the brilliant Miss World team. Miss World and Endemol are ideal event partners and will help showcase our country’s beauty to the whole world”
The key competitions and milestones during the festival comprises:
World Top Designer Award & Miss World Top Model – Mumbai
Miss World Sport Challenge – New Delhi
Miss World Talent Final- Mumbai
Multi Media Challenge- Mumbai
Head To Head Challenge Final– The Summit Room Bharat Mandapam – New Delhi February 23rd
Continental Beauty With A Purpose Challenge- Plenary Hall Bharat Mandapam – New Delhi February 21st
Miss World Red Carpet Special Jio World Convention Centre. Mumbai
71st Miss World Final Global Telecast Live 7:30-10:30 Saturday March 9th – Jio World Convention Centre. Mumbai
Karan Sethi, Founder and Director of Adsplash Media, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and commented, “It’s an honour to be associated with one of the most prestigious global events. We look forward to working closely with the Miss World Organization to unlock value for our brands and customers.”
For partnership or association inquiries with this global festival, interested parties can contact the team at karan.sethi@adsplashmedia.com.
Mr. Munish Gupta, Advisor to the Miss World Organization in India, highlighted the event’s role in showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage, arts, crafts, and more to a global audience “Hosting 120 global contestants to experience the beauty and diverse culture of this great nation, is indeed a tremendous honour. “
Comments Off on Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India Restructure for Growth
Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, two of India’s leading content and production companies (and part of media and entertainment powerhouse Banijay), have announced a team restructuring aimed at fuelling future growth in the Indian and Asian entertainment space. This strategic alignment comes within months of Banijay acquiring Endemol Shine India, and consolidating both businesses under Deepak Dhar’s leadership.
As part of the restructuring, and to unlock greater synergies between the two entities, five key personnel (from within the group) have been moved to pivotal group leadership roles that will shape both companies’ (Banijay Asia & Endemol Shine India) future growth paths:
Rishi Negi – Group Chief Operating Officer
Mrinalini Jain – Group Chief Development Officer
Shyam Rathi – Group Chief Financial Officer
Lalit Sharma, Head – Legal
Fiona Machado, Head – HR
Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO of Banijay Asia & EndemolShine India, commented on development, “Our mission has always been to create exceptional content that captivates audiences across India and beyond. With this strategic restructuring, we are taking another step forward in our commitment to be the torch-bearers for first-class storytelling across screens. This core team brings an invaluable wealth of experience and expertise, and together, we will unlock the next phase of our growth.”
The synergy created by this restructuring effort is expected to enhance Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India’s ability to develop and deliver high-quality content, explore new business opportunities, and provide even greater value to their partners and audiences alike.