October 2025 Issue – Edit Note

By Pickle October 11, 2025

India has rapidly established itself as a key player in the global audiovisual sector, attracting interest and investment from companies around the world. The country has consistently championed the vision of “Design in India, Design for the World,” driving innovation and positioning itself at the forefront of this rapidly evolving industry.

A significant milestone in this journey is the establishment of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT). This initiative is designed to foster a dynamic ecosystem for the AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comic, and Extended Reality) industries, which have become the backbone of the audiovisual sector. IICT aims to nurture talent, encourage global collaborations, and support the creation of cutting-edge content and technology.

India’s expanding leadership in Artificial Intelligence (AI), combined with strong technical expertise, is accelerating the evolution of AVGC-XR and laying a solid foundation for future growth. Success stories like “Narasimha” and “Kantara Chapter,” along with significant events such as the UK Prime Minister’s visit to Mumbai, have fueled optimism across the industry.

Recognizing this momentum, nearly a dozen Indian states are actively formulating policies to support sector expansion. Major platforms—such as the WAVES Summit and other key events in 2025 (CII Big Picture Summit, Global Investor Meet, IndiaJoy, IGDC, IFFI, and WAVES Film Bazaar)—are set to showcase Indian talent and innovation to a global audience.

A special highlight this year is the Bharat Pavilion at MIPCOM 2025, organized by the Ministry of Information, which will feature content for sale and co-production initiatives. With over 100 Indian companies and studios and more than 200 delegates participating, India’s footprint at MIPCOM continues to grow.

In this special MIPCOM 2025 edition of Pickle, we are excited to present the latest trends, insights, and opportunities in the media and entertainment (M&E) sector, including exclusive interviews with industry leaders like Manoj Mishra of Green Gold and several other thought leaders.

MIPCOM stands as one of the world’s premier media events—an essential forum for networking, discovering emerging trends, and building partnerships that will define the future of the industry. For executives seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing market, it is a must-attend event.

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