Entertainment and Events Council: Maharashtra – The Global Destination for Entertainment and Events

Positioning Maharashtra as the Epicenter of Global Entertainment

In an era defined by the meteoric rise of streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+, Maharashtra—home to Bollywood and Mumbai’s world-renowned film industry—stands poised to become a global hub for film production, VFX, 3D animation, and digital content creation. The Entertainment and Events Council of the Make in Maharashtra Economic Forum (MIMEF) is leading the charge to position Maharashtra as the ultimate destination for international investments in the entertainment industry, transforming it into the preferred location for global productions, events, and creative outsourcing.

Maharashtra: The Ideal Hub for Foreign Investment in Entertainment

With Mumbai as its heart, Maharashtra has long been synonymous with Bollywood, the world’s largest film industry. Now, with the rise of OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+, and the growing demand for world-class content, Maharashtra is positioned to capitalize on the global surge in digital content creation. Here’s why Maharashtra, and particularly Mumbai, is the ideal destination for foreign investments in entertainment:

Booming OTT Market

With the rapid expansion of global streaming services, Maharashtra’s entertainment industry is evolving to meet the demand for high-quality, original content. OTT giants are increasingly looking for new markets, and Maharashtra, with its rich storytelling tradition and advanced production capabilities, is an unparalleled partner in delivering global hits.

Cutting-Edge VFX and 3D Animation

Mumbai has become a global leader in 3D animation, VFX, and post-production services, attracting Hollywood and international studios to outsource work. From blockbuster action sequences to animated features, Maharashtra offers state-of-the-art technology and world-class talent capable of handling the most complex visual effects, making it a top destination for post-production and special effects work.

Advanced Film Production Infrastructure

Maharashtra boasts some of the most advanced film production studios in the world, equipped with cutting-edge technology and high-end facilities that can handle everything from blockbuster films to niche, independent projects. These facilities, combined with a talented and diverse creative workforce, make Maharashtra the go-to location for international filmmakers looking for quality and efficiency.

Key Competitive Advantages

The OTT Revolution: A New Era of Content Creation

With the global OTT industry expected to surpass $200 billion by 2026, Maharashtra is perfectly positioned to play a pivotal role in the production of world-class digital content. International streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ are seeking to expand their content libraries with locally-produced, globally appealing films, series, and documentaries. Maharashtra, with its rich talent pool and advanced production capabilities, offers a unique opportunity for foreign investors to create high-quality content at scale.

Original Content Creation: The Entertainment and Events Council is working to attract investment from global OTT platforms, positioning Maharashtra as the content creation hub for streaming giants. With access to state-of-the-art studios and cutting-edge technology, foreign producers can leverage Maharashtra’s creative strengths to produce content that resonates globally.
Co-Productions and Collaborations: MIMEF encourages co-productions between Bollywood and international studios, merging global storytelling with local expertise. These partnerships enable streaming platforms to produce culturally rich, globally relevant content while tapping into Maharashtra’s world-class production facilities and talent.

A Global Outsourcing Powerhouse

As the demand for high-quality visual effects, 3D animation, and post-production grows, Maharashtra is uniquely positioned to become the global hub for creative outsourcing. Mumbai’s established production houses and VFX studios already cater to Hollywood and international markets, offering world-class services at competitive costs. By investing in Maharashtra, international studios can access top-tier talent and facilities that rival any in the world, while optimizing budgets.

VFX & 3D Animation: Mumbai’s VFX studios have contributed to some of the world’s biggest blockbusters. The region’s capabilities in rendering complex CGI and high-quality 3D animation are attracting major Hollywood and Asian production houses to outsource their work here.
Post-Production Services: Maharashtra is home to industry-leading post-production houses equipped with the latest in editing, sound design, and digital effects. International filmmakers and OTT platforms can benefit from seamless outsourcing, receiving world-class content production without the logistical challenges of working across borders.

World-Class Events Infrastructure

Maharashtra, and Mumbai in particular, is already home to some of the most iconic venues and events in the world. The state is now expanding its infrastructure to attract global entertainment events, including film festivals, music festivals, award shows, corporate summits, and sporting events.

State-of-the-Art Venues: With planned investments in large-scale arenas, outdoor spaces, and multi-functional venues, Maharashtra is positioned to host world-class events that draw global audiences. Our streamlined event management processes, comprehensive logistical support, and focus on customer experience ensure that Maharashtra is ready to handle events of any scale.
International Event Partnerships: The Entertainment and Events Council is focused on fostering partnerships with international event organizers, bringing global award shows, concerts, and sports events to Maharashtra. Our goal is to make Maharashtra the premier destination for large-scale international events, attracting the best and brightest from around the world.

Why Maharashtra? The Competitive Edge for Investors

Cost-Effective World-Class Production

Maharashtra offers international production houses the ability to create high-quality content at a fraction of the cost, without compromising on talent or technology. Our competitive rates, combined with cutting-edge VFX and 3D animation capabilities, make Maharashtra the ideal outsourcing destination for global entertainment companies.

Abundance of Creative Talent

Maharashtra is home to some of the best filmmakers, animators, visual effects artists, and writers in the world. The state’s vibrant creative ecosystem ensures that international productions have access to a wealth of expertise, whether for traditional film production or digital content creation for OTT platforms.

Global Connectivity

Mumbai is one of the world’s most well-connected cities, offering direct access to global markets and enabling smooth collaboration between international studios and local production houses. With an extensive transportation network and world-class infrastructure, Maharashtra is perfectly situated to handle the logistical demands of large-scale productions and events.

Join the Entertainment Revolution in Maharashtra

The Entertainment and Events Council invites international filmmakers, OTT platforms, event organizers, VFX studios, and investors from America, Japan, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, UAE, KSA, Qatar, and BRICS nations to invest in Maharashtra’s thriving entertainment industry. Together, we can elevate Bollywood’s global influence, make Maharashtra the world’s preferred destination for 3D animation, VFX, and post-production outsourcing, and establish the state as the go-to location for international events.

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The Make in Maharashtra is a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) with a mission to establish Maharashtra as a key player in international economic collaboration, focusing on strategic partnerships with nations like USA, Europe, Australia, African Union, KSA, China, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the UAE across vital sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and finance. Our goal is to integrate lessons from successful global economic models, adopting best practices to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. We aim to enhance economic prosperity and diversification, contribute to societal progress, and promote sustainable economic practices. By leveraging Maharashtra’s unique position, Make in Maharashtra strives to drive substantial economic growth, spur innovation, and solidify Maharashtra’s stature in the international economic arena, resonating with the government’s vision of a technologically advanced and interconnected economy.