WAVES Bazaar 2025 Concludes with Monumental Success

The inaugural edition of WAVES Bazaar wrapped up on a high note, recording business transactions surpassing Rs 800 crore over three dynamic days. With deal-making still in progress, the total valuation is expected to cross the Rs 1,000 crore mark shortly.

Key Highlights from the Event

Buyer-Seller Market: A standout feature, generating over Rs 500 crore in revenue, with more deals anticipated. The market hosted over 3,000 B2B meetings, fostering unparalleled networking opportunities.

Emerging Creators: The bazaar provided a platform for new talents to showcase their IPs to global buyers, sparking interest and forging new partnerships.

International Collaborations Take Center Stage

Significant strides were made in international partnerships, including a proposal for the first Indian film festival in New Zealand and early discussions between India and Russia on cross-cultural festivals and co-productions.

Major Deal Announcements

Prime Video and CJ ENM: A multi-year deal to distribute South Korean content globally, featuring extensive language support.

Devi Chowdhurani: Marking India’s first official co-production with the UK, with a pre-teaser unveiled at the event.