Renowned Indian actor Kamal Haasan has been appointed as the chairperson of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s (FICCI) Media and Entertainment Committee South, reported Variety. The announcement was made during FICCI’s Media & Entertainment Business Conclave South Connect 2025 in Chennai
Aim for a bold future.
Kamal Haasan Chairman, FICCI Media and Entertainment, South
In the Media and Entertainment sector, two forces reign supreme: Content and the Audience. As we move into a digital first era, it’s our responsibility to serve them both with bold, creative storytelling that reflects the rich diversity of our nation. By harnessing this power, we can ensure the industry thrives and stays relevant in an ever evolving landscape.
I envision an Indian Media and Entertainment sector that unites our 1.4 billion viewers, breaking down the linguistic and geographic divides that have long segmented our industry. A screen and language agnostic audience will allow us to produce bigger, bolder content with grander budgets, reflecting the vast potential of our cultural narratives.
The creator economy we are nurturing has the power to shape society and influence the world. To realize this potential, government support is essential whether it’s through regulatory reforms, ease of business, access to credit, or training for emerging creators, technicians, and performers. Creative storytelling with emotional depth, and powerful performances will be in greater demand than ever.
India’s technological strengths animation, VFX are positioning us to become a global hub for content production. By investing in intellectual property and nurturing talent, we can lead the way in global content creation. Collaboration across regions, languages and cultures will be key to building an inclusive and representative industry. Initiatives like this report from FICCI and EY help bridge information gaps and set the foundation for progress.
As we celebrate the 25th year edition of this report, I urge all stakeholders to aim for a bold future, taking India’s M&E sector from a $28 billion to a $100 billion industry, with content that not only resonates with a billion Indians but captivates audiences across the globe.
