WAVES 2025 Summit begins today in mumbai. The four-day mega international event is inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit 2025 is India’s boldest endeavor in the entertainment sector. It features “Bridging Creators, Bridging Countries” and has more than 10 Thousand attendees from different countries.
This year’s WAVES Summit places India on the world entertainment map. With over 1,000 creators and 300+ companies, the summit boasts global influence. In addition, more than 90 countries take part in the sessions, performances, and master classes. The summit integrates unmatched energy with technology, storytelling, and creativity.
Star Power Shines Bright at WAVES 2025
Bollywood and global stars gather under one roof. Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Karan Johar headline today’s guests. Additionally, tech superstars from Netflix, Ted Sarandos, and YouTube CEO Neal Mohan are also set to attend the event. Other attendees include Rajinikanth and AR Rahman.
WAVES 2025 Day 1: Powerful Cultural Kickoff
The summit opens with a musical invocation by MM Keeravaani and a 30-member orchestra. Actor Sharad Kelkar then narrates “Sutradhar Reinvented,” celebrating India’s cinematic legacy. By evening, classical legends like Vishwa Mohan Bhatt and Shreya Ghoshal perform alongside global icons KING and Alan Walker.
Day 2 to Day 4: Celebrating India’s Cultural Brilliance
Day 2 showcases India’s dance diversity, from Bhangra to Chhau. Maharashtra folk art is showcased through “Maharashtra ki Lokdhara” in the evening. Day 3 features “Anadi: The Eternal Spirit of Bharat” with 600 performers. As WAVES concludes on Day 4, the Create in India Challenge grand finale captivates audiences with the thrilling integration of EDM, bands, and classical fusions.
WAVES Summit 2025 Ticketing Options
There are different categories for tickets to WAVES Summit 2025.
- Business Visitor Pass: Full access May 1-4 for ₹3000.
- Public Pass: Zone ticket for public areas on May 3 and 4 for ₹99.
- Student Pass: Free for students on May 3 and 4.
- Media Pass: This is for registered members of the press only.
- Exhibitor Pass: No charge with Booth sponsored packages (1 per 3 sqm booth).
Keynote Themes: Innovation, Collaboration, and Growth
A range of speakers address digital content, social media advertising, and storytelling with an outlook to the forthcoming years. There are a total of 42 plenary sessions and 32 master classes during the summit. AVGC-XR, broadcasting, infotainment and the next stage of growth is in discussion among the leaders. Moreover, FICCI and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting curate key insights for industry transformation.
Mukesh Ambani Headlines with Global Vision
Mukesh Ambani’s keynote sets the tone for India’s entertainment ambitions. He presents “Building the Next Global Entertainment Revolution from India.” Post the merger of Jio with Hotstar and the acquisition of HBO, Ambani focuses on the evolution of storytelling in India.
A Platform for Startups and Creators
WAVES 2025 fosters emerging talent and digital innovation with more than 350 startups. Creators, producers, and tekkies unite across various sectors. From breakout sessions to panel sessions, the spirit of collaboration takes center stage. In addition, “Create in India” takes homegrown talent in all shapes and sizes.
Conversations are dominated by digital disruption, ranging from OTT services to AI in film production. Technologies converge to form WAVES 2025, the juncture between entertainment and IT. CEOs around the globe discuss methods to strengthen the reach of the content and audience engagement. Audiences try to understand how tech changes cinema, music and media.
WAVES 2025 Venue: Jio World Convention Centre Glows
The Jio World Convention Centre is the venue for the summit in grandeur. Its spacious design has room for exhibits, interactive spaces, and conference halls. Guests walk through installations and tech pavilions throughout the venue. Every corner of the venue reflects India’s growing cultural and creative prowess.
With government support, India positions itself as a production, innovation, and distribution powerhouse.
From Local Art to Global Screens
The folk and tribal cultures are showcased in large-scale performance at the summit. It also caters to streaming, gaming, as well as virtual production. WAVES showcases the range of India’s storytelling traditions, from ancient to modern and futuristic.
WAVES 2025 serves national and global interests alike. While patrons appreciate the musical and theatrical prowess on stage, businesses join networks for strategic partnerships. It combines cultural diplomacy as well, granting Indian narratives a place on the world stage.
India’s Storytelling Future Begins at WAVES Summit 2025
The summit goes beyond magnificent sights; it fosters intent and vision. With Roots in Indian society and culture, WAVES aims at planting global seeds of influence. For the first time, creativity, commerce, and culture are blended together into one.
WAVES Summit 2025 is more than a festival; it is a catalyst for change. With performances by top artists, insightful talks, and international togetherness, it symbolizes a new age. While the country is at the forefront of narrative weaving and creative ideas, the global audience is all eyes and ears.
Interesting indeed for this new happening, especially in a world of newness , AI and rat race to reach the post.
Well Said Ashok, thanks for the comment 🙂