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    Industry Spotlight

    Beyond the Algorithm: Human Creativity in the AI Era

    • 04.08.2026
    • By Stephan Bugaj

    Stephan Bugaj, Senior VP of Gen AI Content & Technology at JioStar, joined Lohita Sujith to explore AI's role in storytelling, interactive entertainment, and safeguarding human creativity.

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    Keeping Creativity Human in the Age of AI

    • 22.07.2026
    • By Subodh Menon

    Subodh Menon, Founder and Director of Fanboy Pictures and Co-Founder of Zoupe, joined Lohita Sujith to explore how AI is reshaping advertising production while reinforcing the value of human creativity and creators' rights.

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    Industry Spotlight

    Beyond the Game: Building Heroes, Fans, and Sports IP

    • 30.06.2026
    • By Vinit Karnik

    Vinit Karnik, MD of Content, Entertainment and Sports at WPP Media, joined Lohita Sujith to discuss India's evolving sports landscape and strategies for building sustainable sports properties.

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    New Tools, Timeless Storytelling

    • 10.06.2026
    • By Vatsal Sheth

    Vatsal Sheth, actor and Co-Founder of Prismix Studios, joined Lohita Sujith to explore his journey into AI-driven filmmaking and the role of emerging technologies in content creation.

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    Featured Report

    AI in the Creative Industry: Deepening the Value Chain

    • 01.05.2026
    • By Koan Advisory & Creative First

    This white paper examines the integration of AI across India’s M&E industry, with a focus on its impact on the creative value chain and the evolving regulatory landscape.

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    AI, Authorship, and the Future of Storytelling

    • 01.05.2026
    • By Atika Farooqui

    Atika Farooqui, artist, actor, TEDx speaker, lyricist, and celebrity host, joined Lohita Sujith to discuss her creative journey and technology's evolving role in storytelling.

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    Featured Blog

    The Man Who Redefined the Theater Experience: MPA America250 Creator Award Winner Steven Spielberg

    • 16.04.2026
    • By Bryan Abrams

    Where better to celebrate Steven Spielberg, who has continually redefined the theatrical experience, than at CinemaCon?

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    Innovation Driven by Craft and Curiosity

    • 13.04.2026
    • By Tyrone Estephan

    Tyrone Estephan, MD of the Alt Group at Alt.vfx, joined Lohita Sujith to discuss visual storytelling, the future of visual effects, and the intersection of technology and creativity.

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    Industry Spotlight

    Digital Growth Reshaping India’s M&E Landscape

    • 03.04.2026
    • By Ashish Pherwani

    Ashish Pherwani, Partner - M&E at EY, joined Lohita Sujith to discuss the latest FICCI-EY report and the future of India's media and entertainment landscape.

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    Meta Agrees to MPA’s Limits on “PG-13” References for Instagram Teen Accounts

    • 31.03.2026
    • By Motion Picture Association

    The MPA and Meta have reached a resolution relating to Meta’s use of the MPA’s trademarked PG-13 film rating in connection with Instagram Teen Accounts.

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    Netflix Opens Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad, Anchoring Long-Term Investment in India’s Growing AVGC Sector

    • 12.03.2026
    • By Netflix

    Netflix has launched its global production and innovation hub, Eyeline Studios, in Hyderabad, marking a major long-term investment in India's AVGC ecosystem.

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    Featured Event

    Rewarding our Creative Future in the Age of AI: MPA Chief Charles Rivkin Joins Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at AI Impact Summit to Discuss Future of Creative Economy

    • 16.02.2026
    • By MIB, MPA, FICCI & Creative First

    Charles Rivkin and Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw discussed the future of AI and the creative economy at India's AI Impact Summit.

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    Rewarding our Creative Future in the Age of AI: MPA–FICCI Panel at AI Impact Summit 2026 Explores AI’s Expanding Role in Storytelling

    • 16.02.2026
    • By MIB, MPA, FICCI & Creative First

    The MPA and FICCI, convened an industry discussion titled “Where Content Meets Code: Reimagining Storytelling” on the first day of the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.

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    MPA Statement on White House’s National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence, Section on Respecting Intellectual Property Rights and Supporting Creators

    • 20.03.2026
    • By Motion Picture Association

    A statement from MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin on the National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence.

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    Motion Picture Association Calls for Bytedance to Cease Seedance 2.0 Infringing Activity

    • 12.02.2026
    • By Motion Picture Association

    A statement from Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the MPA on the launch of Chinese AI service Seedance 2.0.

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    Featured Event

    Policy That Performs: Unlocking AI’s Creative Potential

    • 12.01.2026
    • By MPA & FICCI

    A session that tackled the policy and regulatory questions raised by AI’s rapid adoption across creative industries, including copyright, ownership, training data, attribution, and remuneration.

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    How Can AI Enhance Creativity and Competitiveness in India’s M&E Industry?

    • 12.01.2026
    • By MPA & FICCI

    A session focussed on real-world application, examining how AI is already being deployed across scripting, music, animation, visual effects, and distribution.

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    Featured Report

    Copyright 101 : The Creators' Compass

    • 22.11.2025
    • By MIB, WAVES Film Bazaar, Creative First, ILA

    An important handbook for creators to understand their Intellectual Property Rights - from ownership and assignments to licensing, royalties, and protecting creative rights.

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    Featured Video

    Key Highlights : India Economic Contribution Report 2025

    • 03.05.2025
    • By Motion Picture Association

    The report shares key insights about the economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2025.

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    Featured Report

    India Economic Contribution Report, 2025

    • 03.05.2025
    • By MPA & Deloitte

    The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, MPA and JioStar will launch the industry economic impact report.

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    Charles H. Rivkin : Note on WAVES India

    • 01.05.2025
    • By Motion Picture Association

    Charles H. Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association (MPA), shares a note on the WAVES India.

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    Featured Infographic

    Economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2024

    • 03.05.2025
    • By Deloitte

    An infographic highlighting the economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2024, from MPA's ECR 2025.

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    Copyright 101 : Creator's Edition

    • By Creative First, ILA, FICCI

    A valuable resource for the producers community, especially for smaller and regional production houses.

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    Latest Blog

    AI, Authorship, and the Future of Storytelling

    • By Atika Farooqui

    In this episode of Industry Spotlight by Creative First, Atika Farooqui, Artist, Celebrity Host, Actor, Tedx Speaker, Lyricist, joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, Motion Picture Association, to reflect on her journey across media and technology's evolving role in storytelling.

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    FEATURED BLOG

    The Man Who Redefined the Theater Experience: MPA America250 Creator Award Winner Steven Spielberg

    • By Bryan Abrams
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    Innovation Driven by Craft and Curiosity

    • By Tyrone Estephan
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    How “Sinners” Oscar‑Nominated Editor Michael P. Shawver Carved Ryan Coogler’s Beautiful Chaos Into Pure Cinema

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    Latest News

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    DoT seeks TRAI review of net neutrality rules as 5G reshapes telecom landscape

    • 04.08.2026
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    As Merger Hangs In The Balance, Paramount And WBD Step Into Quarterly Earnings Spotlight

    • 03.08.2026
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    EU announces new rules on AI transparency

    • 03.08.2026
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    AI Turns Entertainment Into a Product of One

    • 03.08.2026
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    Events

    Nuremberg

    • 30.10.2026
    • By MPA APAC

    On October 31, 2025, the MPA, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and the Embassy of Germany hosted special screenings of “Nuremberg.”

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    Disclosure Day

    • 09.06.2026
    • By MPA APAC

    On Tuesday, June 9, Comcast NBCUniversal and the Motion Picture Association hosted a special advance screening of “Disclosure Day.”

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