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    Netflix joins Mumbai Indians as entertainment partner for social-first IPL campaign

    • 13.04.2026
    • BestMediaInfo

    As part of the campaign, Netflix has released a parody-style digital film inspired by a viral on-field moment involving Rohit Sharma and the popular meme line “Garden mein aaya hai kya?

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    Subscriber losses and platform shift trigger broadcast policy reset discussions

    • 13.04.2026
    • Storyboard18

    As Telecom Regulatory Authority of India prepares a fresh consultation, deep divisions over pricing, regulation and falling pay-TV subscriptions set the stage for a critical reset of India’s ₹62,000 crore broadcasting sector.

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    Meity proposes user participation in content takedown hearings under IT rules amendments

    • 13.04.2026
    • Storyboard18

    Proposal aims to let users defend flagged content as government reviews grievance redressal framework.

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    India’s Rs 1000 crore giants: The films that redefined box office records

    • 13.04.2026
    • Storyboard18

    India’s Rs 1000 crore club showcases the biggest global blockbusters in Indian cinema, from Dangal and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion to modern hits like Dhurandhar and Jawan. These films redefined box office success by delivering massive pan-India appeal and strong worldwide earnings, proving Indian cinema’s growing global reach and storytelling power

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    New labour codes may push up film, OTT production costs by up to 20%

    • 13.04.2026
    • Storyboard18

    Stricter work-hour rules, overtime pay, and social security provisions expected to raise crew and compliance expenses.

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    Andhra Pradesh explores DigiLocker age tokens for social media curbs on children aged 13-16

    • 13.04.2026
    • Medianama

    The Andhra Pradesh (AP) government is exploring DigiLocker-linked “age tokens” to verify children’s ages, as revealed in a press release following a brief meeting with a few social media companies.

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    Instagram expands safety settings on teen accounts with 13+ content ratings

    • 13.04.2026
    • Medianama

    Instagram is expanding its updated teen accounts globally with 13+ content ratings, following earlier launches in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. Users under 18 are now automatically placed in a 13+ content setting, which might occasionally show suggestive content or strong language similar to what is permitted in content rated for ages 13+ movies—but such instances are intended to be limited and kept as rare as possible, said the press release.

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    Meta makes Instagram reels shoppable. What it means for creators and brands

    • 13.04.2026
    • Mint

    Meta's update aims to turn creator content into a new sales channel for businesses. It also brings an opportunity for them to monetize their posts through commissions from these sales.

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    Viral today, gone tomorrow: the uncertain life of music in India

    • 13.04.2026
    • Mint

    Songs can become vulnerable to pressure from different groups once they gain visibility since there is no dedicated statutory framework that screens music before it is released.

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    Film, OTT producers brace for cost surge under labour codes

    • 12.04.2026
    • Mint

    Film and OTT companies may face increased crew costs due to new labour codes addressing gig workers' protections, stricter working hours, and safety mandates.

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