Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre on May 1, marking a significant milestone for India's cultural and creative industries. The four-day summit, themed "Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries," aims to position India as a global media, entertainment, and digital innovation hub. 🌍📺🎭

Addressing a diverse audience from over 90 countries, PM Modi emphasized India's rich storytelling heritage. "India, with a billion-plus population, is also a land of a billion-plus stories and over a billion storytellers," he stated. He highlighted the unique narratives found in India's diverse landscapes, spanning over six lakh villages. 🗣️📚🏞️

"In India, even music is a form of spiritual practice. Every note tells a story, every rhythm has a soul," Modi added, urging the international creative community to explore India's vast storytelling potential, promoting the slogan, "Create in India, and Create for the World." 🎶🎨🌏

WAVES 2025, India's inaugural international summit dedicated to the audio-visual and entertainment sectors, is expected to attract over 10,000 delegates, 1,000 creators, 300 companies, and 350 startups, fostering a powerful cross-sectoral network. The event encompasses film, OTT, AVGC-XR, comics, AI, and broadcasting. 🤝🎥📡🧠📱

A key highlight is the launch of the Global Media Dialogue (GMD), with ministerial participation from 25 countries. The WAVES Bazaar, an international e-marketplace, will feature over 6,100 buyers, 5,200 sellers, and 2,100 projects, facilitating global trade and collaboration. 🌐💼📈

Modi visited the Creatosphere, engaging with creators from the "Create in India" challenges, which drew over 100,000 participants in the past year. He also toured the Bharat Pavilion, showcasing India's creative heritage and innovation. 🇮🇳🏛️💡

The event was attended by prominent Indian actors, including Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, Aamir Khan, Rajinikanth, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone. 🌟🎭🎞️

Key Data: 📊

90+ countries represented at WAVES 2025. 🌍
Six lakh villages in India, each with unique stories. 🏘️
10,000+ delegates attending WAVES 2025. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑
1,000 creators, 300 companies, and 350 startups participating. 🚀
25 countries are involved in the Global Media Dialogue (GMD). 🌐
6,100 buyers, 5,200 sellers, and 2,100 projects at the WAVES Bazaar. 🛍️
100,000+ participants in the "Create in India" challenges. ✍️🎯

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