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Wednesday, 19 August 2026

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The growing role of whoosh sound effects in modern animation and VFX

AnimationXpress explores how whoosh sound effects have become integral to modern animation and VFX production. The publication examines how sound design enhances the perceived quality of movement in animation, from character actions and camera motion through digital environments to logo animations. Sound effects contribute to making on-screen movement feel both convincing and visually impressive to audiences.

via AnimationXpress

Tuesday, 18 August 2026

AnimationComics

Skyesports partners with The Giant Hunt for global anime art contest in India

AnimationXpress reports that Skyesports has partnered with The Giant Hunt to launch a global anime and manga art contest in India. The contest features a Rs 3 crore prize pool and aims for an official record attempt. The initiative brings international anime and comics community engagement to India's creative sector, positioning the country as a hub for digital art talent and competition.

via AnimationXpress

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PowerKids Entertainment partners with Animation & More Summit 2026

AnimationXpress reports that PowerKids Entertainment has joined the eighth edition of Animation & More Summit 2026. The summit reflects India's animation industry's ambition to move beyond back-office work and establish itself in higher-value creative roles. The partnership underscores the sector's continued growth and industry collaboration to elevate Indian animation's global standing.

via AnimationXpress

Monday, 17 August 2026

Animation

YouTube's 90-day monetization rule threatens animator revenue from Shorts

Cartoon Brew reports that YouTube's new 90-day monetization requirement—requiring 10 million views to qualify—risks making Shorts revenue unreliable for human animators. Creators warn the recurring threshold will incentivise algorithmic content over traditional animation, potentially pushing animators to alternative platforms. The policy change threatens a revenue stream many independent animators have relied upon globally, with implications for India's animation sector as creators seek more stable income sources elsewhere.

via Cartoon Brew

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PM Modi identifies animation, gaming and VFX as India's soft-power engines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has identified animation, VFX, gaming, and digital content as important components of India's soft-power ambitions, according to AnimationXpress. In his Independence Day address, Modi highlighted the concert economy alongside these creative sectors as key drivers of India's cultural influence globally. The recognition underscores the government's focus on leveraging India's creative industries for international impact.

via AnimationXpress

Saturday, 15 August 2026

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Naruto director Hayato Date to headline Anime India Mumbai 2026

AnimationXpress reports that Anime India is returning to Mumbai in 2026 with renowned animator Hayato Date, director of Naruto. The event expands following strong attendance at previous editions: the 2025 Mumbai debut drew over 29,000 visitors across three days, while Kolkata exceeded 35,000. The Mumbai edition is positioned as India's largest anime gathering, promising enhanced scale and programming for anime enthusiasts and industry professionals.

via AnimationXpress

Animation

India's animation industry bets on global IPs at Animation & More Summit

AnimationXpress reports that India's animation sector is shifting focus towards building original intellectual properties with global appeal. The sector has moved beyond questioning its competitive capacity to prioritising how quickly it can develop IPs that travel internationally. This strategic pivot was central to discussions at the Animation & More Summit 2026, reflecting the industry's growing confidence and ambition in the global marketplace.

via AnimationXpress

Friday, 14 August 2026

Thursday, 13 August 2026

AnimationVFX

Cascadeur 2026.2 adds animation layers and AI integration capabilities

Animation World Network reports that Nekkis has released Cascadeur 2026.2, enhancing its physics-assisted character animation tool. The update introduces animation layers that split motion into additive components, adds easing controls for improved interpolation, and incorporates a built-in MCP server enabling integration with external AI agents. The release also supports three additional languages, expanding accessibility for global animators and VFX professionals working with character animation workflows.

via Animation World Network

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Prague's All Animal creates World of Warcraft x Dungeons & Dragons crossover trailer

Animation World Network reports that Prague-based studio All Animal has created a 37-second cinematic for a crossover between World of Warcraft and Dungeons & Dragons. The piece features a 20-sided die moving through handcrafted-style dioramas of Azeroth, capturing moments from gaming history. Wizards of the Coast commissioned the work directly, and All Animal premiered it at Gen Con.

via Animation World Network

AnimationVFXComicsMaharashtra

19th Mumbai International Film Festival 2026 launches with creative powerhouse push

The Press Information Bureau reports that the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival 2026 has opened with a strategic focus on positioning India as a global creative powerhouse. The festival aims to strengthen India's standing in the international film and creative industries, emphasising the country's potential to lead in animation, VFX, and visual storytelling. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to develop India's AVGC sector competitiveness on the world stage.

via PIB

Wednesday, 12 August 2026

AnimationVFXMaharashtra

88 Pictures celebrates decade of expansion across India and globally

AnimationXpress reports that 88 Pictures has marked 10 years of operations, expanding from its foundation to establish presence across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Toronto and London. The Indian animation and VFX studio has grown its creative workforce and production capacity significantly over the past decade, strengthening its position in the AVGC sector whilst establishing international operations.

via AnimationXpress

Animation

Graphic India begins production on 'Shiva: The Adiyogi' animated feature

Animation World Network reports that Graphic India, the studio behind The Legend of Hanuman, is producing an animated feature film titled 'Shiva: The Adiyogi'. The project tells the story of how the Hindu god became the first yogi and the first guru. This marks another significant animated production from the Indian studio, continuing its focus on mythological narratives adapted for animation.

via Animation World Network

Tuesday, 11 August 2026

Animation

Nura Studios launches Rainbow Hollow, AI-generated stop-motion series using proprietary platform

Animation World Network reports that Nura Studios has debuted Rainbow Hollow, a stop-motion-styled series created using the company's Showcraft AI platform. The system handled story, layout, animation, editing and post-production finishing within a single environment. Showcraft AI is set to open to the public in early September, marking a significant development in AI-assisted animation production workflows.

via Animation World Network

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View Conference 2026 announces Spider-Man VFX supervisor Jerome Chen as keynote speaker

AnimationXpress reports that View Conference 2026 has secured Jerome Chen, visual effects supervisor on Spider-Man films, as a keynote speaker. The conference will feature discussions on web-slinging superheroes, invisible villains, and handcrafted puppets, assembling a blockbuster line-up of visual effects and animation talent. The event represents a significant draw for India's VFX community, offering access to Hollywood's top creative minds.

via AnimationXpress

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ICMEG to host Media & Entertainment IP Summit 2026 in Hyderabad

AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Council for Media, Entertainment Gaming (ICMEG) has announced the Media & Entertainment IP Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, positioned as one of India's most ambitious convergence events. The summit will gather next-generation creative and intellectual property leaders in the media and entertainment sector, serving as a focal point for India's growing creative industries ecosystem.

via AnimationXpress

Animation

AnimationXpress launches sixth edition of Arnab Chaudhuri Animation Awards

AnimationXpress announces the sixth edition of the Arnab Chaudhuri Animation Awards, honouring the legacy of Arnab Chaudhuri, a pioneering figure who transformed India's animation industry. The awards celebrate industry leaders and innovators who have driven significant change within the sector. The initiative recognises exceptional contributions to animation and aims to inspire the next generation of creative professionals in the field.

via AnimationXpress

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IICT and Graphiti Studios partnership strengthens AVGC-XR industry-academia collaboration

Digital Studio India reports that IICT (Indian Institute of Creative Technologies) has partnered with Graphiti Studios to deepen ties between the AVGC-XR sector and academic institutions. The collaboration aims to strengthen the industry-academia connect, presumably through knowledge exchange, mentorship, or curriculum development initiatives that support India's growing animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR talent pipeline.

via Digital Studio India

Saturday, 8 August 2026

AnimationVFXGamingXR

Registration Opens for SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur

Animation World Network reports that registration has opened for SIGGRAPH Asia, the annual computer graphics conference taking place in Kuala Lumpur from December 1–4. The event brings together professionals, academics, educators and students to share insights in cutting-edge technology across animation, VFX, gaming and immersive experiences. Indian studios, developers and professionals regularly attend to stay current with global industry trends and network with peers across the AVGC-XR sectors.

via Animation World Network

Friday, 7 August 2026

Animation

Reel FX and Paramount Animation collaborate on Bollywood-themed musical feature Diya

Animation World Network reports that Reel FX and Paramount Animation are partnering on an animated musical feature titled Diya. The film, written by Jaydeep Hasrajani and Jake Goldman with Nitya Mehra attached as director, follows an Indian American teenager from New Jersey who is transported into a Bollywood musical. The collaboration represents a significant international animation project with Bollywood cultural themes, bridging Indian storytelling sensibilities with major Hollywood animation studios.

via Animation World Network

Thursday, 6 August 2026

Animation

CoComelon Movie Teaser Released; DNEG Group to Handle Animation

Animation World Network reports that Universal has released a teaser trailer for CoComelon: The Movie, scheduled for February 2027 release. The film, produced by DreamWorks Animation, will feature animation by DNEG Group. The plot follows JJ starting kindergarten, losing his bear, and encountering a kingdom where singing is forbidden. The project represents a significant commitment from major studios to adapt the popular Moonbug Entertainment property for theatrical release.

via Animation World Network

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From Mumbai Garage to Eight Oscars: Namit Malhotra Producing India's Ramayana

The Better India reports that Oscar-winning VFX pioneer Namit Malhotra, who founded his studio in a Mumbai garage, is now producing an adaptation of India's Ramayana. Malhotra has won eight Academy Awards for his work in visual effects, establishing himself as a leading figure in India's VFX industry. The production marks a significant project blending his technical expertise with Indian storytelling.

via The Better India

Tuesday, 4 August 2026

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YEIDA plans animation and gaming park near Jewar airport

Moneycontrol reports that the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) is planning an animation and gaming park near the Jewar airport in Uttar Pradesh. The facility will complement existing infrastructure including an airport and Film City in the region, supporting India's AVGC sector growth through dedicated industrial space for animation and gaming studios.

via Moneycontrol.com

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Uttar Pradesh government plans advanced AVGC-XR park in Jewar

Indianmasterminds reports that the Uttar Pradesh government is planning an advanced AVGC-XR park in Jewar to boost the digital creative industry and generate employment. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors by providing dedicated infrastructure and facilities for creative professionals and studios in the region.

via Indianmasterminds

Saturday, 1 August 2026

Friday, 31 July 2026

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AAFT University Raipur Focuses on Industry-Oriented Animation and VFX Education

India Gazette reports that AAFT University Raipur is delivering industry-oriented animation and VFX education programmes designed for tomorrow's creative professionals. The institution emphasises bridging the gap between academic training and professional practice, preparing students for careers in India's growing animation and visual effects sector. Such educational initiatives support talent development in the country's AVGC ecosystem.

via indiagazette.com

Thursday, 30 July 2026

Wednesday, 29 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingComicsXR

Government Expands Digital Support for India's AVGC-XR Industry

Devdiscourse reports that India's government is expanding digital support measures for the AVGC-XR sector. The initiative aims to strengthen infrastructure and resources available to animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality companies operating within the country. This expansion reflects the government's commitment to fostering growth in India's digital creative industries and enhancing the sector's global competitiveness.

via Devdiscourse

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WAVES Bazaar and WaveX driving investment and startup opportunities in Indian media

Storyboard18 reports that WAVES Bazaar and WaveX are catalysing investment and startup growth in India's media sector, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The initiatives are creating pathways for entrepreneurs and investors to connect within the country's growing AVGC and digital media landscape, supporting innovation and business development across content creation and emerging technology sectors.

via Storyboard18

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MIB highlights WAVES Bazaar, WaveX, and IICT to bolster India's AVGC-XR ecosystem

Adgully.com reports that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) is championing several initiatives to strengthen India's AVGC-XR sector. The ministry is promoting WAVES Bazaar, WaveX, and IICT as key platforms and institutions to support the industry's growth. These initiatives aim to foster ecosystem development, market linkages, and infrastructure strengthening for animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality professionals across India.

via Adgully.com

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WAVES Digital Platforms Expand Business and Investment Opportunities for Media and Entertainment

The Press Information Bureau reports that WAVES Digital Platforms is expanding business, investment, and innovation opportunities for India's media and entertainment sector. The initiative aims to bolster growth across the industry by facilitating new partnerships and capital flows. WAVES seeks to strengthen India's position in the global media and entertainment landscape through enhanced digital infrastructure and ecosystem development.

via PIB

Wednesday, 22 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingComics

Government backs Indian filmmakers with financial aid, international partnerships and global promotion

The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian government is supporting domestic filmmakers through financial assistance, international partnerships, and global promotional initiatives. The move aims to strengthen India's film sector and enhance its global visibility. Details on specific schemes, funding amounts, and participating studios were not disclosed in the announcement.

via PIB

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eRoof Annual 2026 to focus on building tomorrow's leaders in animation and VFX

AnimationXpress reports on eRoof's annual 2026 initiative aimed at developing the next generation of talent in the animation, VFX, and comics sectors. The programme emphasises leadership development and skills training for emerging professionals. eRoof's focus on nurturing talent aligns with efforts to strengthen India's AVGC workforce and address industry talent gaps. The initiative underscores the sector's commitment to sustainable growth through comprehensive human resource development.

via Animation Xpress

Tuesday, 21 July 2026

Monday, 20 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingComicsXR

IICT joins MIB delegation to South Korea and Japan to strengthen AVGC-XR ties

ANI News reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) is participating in a Ministry of Information and Broadcasting delegation visiting South Korea and Japan. The initiative aims to bolster AVGC-XR sector collaboration between India and these key markets. The delegation's activities are focused on strengthening international partnerships in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors.

via ANI News

Friday, 17 July 2026

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Maharashtra CM calls for closer coordination on second WAVES edition

The Press Information Bureau reports that Maharashtra's Chief Minister has urged the Information & Broadcasting Ministry and the state government to collaborate closely to expand the second edition of WAVES. The event represents a significant initiative for India's audio-visual, gaming, and creative sectors, with state-level backing aimed at strengthening the AVGC-XR ecosystem in Maharashtra.

via PIB

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingComicsXR

India focuses on building future-ready workforce for creative economy

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has highlighted initiatives aimed at developing a skilled workforce for India's creative economy sector. The report underscores the importance of talent development across animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR industries. Workforce readiness programmes are being positioned as critical to sustaining India's competitive advantage in the global AVGC-XR market and driving economic growth through the creative industries.

via PIB

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India's government focuses on developing workforce for creative economy sector

The Press Information Bureau reports on efforts to build a future-ready workforce for India's creative economy. The initiative addresses talent development across the AVGC-XR sectors, aligning with India's broader push to strengthen its position in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality industries. The programme emphasises skill-building and institutional capacity to support sector growth and global competitiveness. Specific details on implementation and stakeholder involvement remain to be confirmed from official announcements.

via PIB

Monday, 13 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingComicsXR

MIB invites industry proposals for WAVES 2027 Create in India Challenge Season 2

The Press Information Bureau reports that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has invited proposals for industry-led challenges under WAVES 2027 Create in India Challenge Season 2. The initiative seeks to engage creative industry stakeholders in defining challenges that drive innovation and growth within India's AVGC-XR sector, supporting the government's broader digitisation and creative economy objectives.

via PIB

Friday, 10 July 2026

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Assam to offer ₹1.5 lakh foreign language training support under new AVGC-XR policy

Northeast Today reports that Assam has announced a new AVGC-XR policy aimed at developing global talent. The initiative includes ₹1.5 lakh in support for foreign language training, designed to enhance skill development in the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors. The policy targets creating workforce capabilities aligned with international industry standards.

via Northeast Today

Wednesday, 8 July 2026

AnimationVFXGamingXR

TEC and BECIL sign MoU to strengthen India's telecom and broadcasting ecosystem

The Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of India's Department of Telecom, has signed a memorandum of understanding with BECIL to strengthen the country's telecom and broadcasting infrastructure, according to a Press Information Bureau statement. The collaboration aims to bolster India's digital ecosystem, which underpins content creation, distribution, and emerging technologies critical to the AVGC-XR sectors.

via PIB

Saturday, 4 July 2026

Wednesday, 1 July 2026

Saturday, 27 June 2026

Animation

India's animation ambitions go global

AnimationXpress reports that India's animation sector is expanding internationally. The publication notes the industry's global ambitions, though specific details of initiatives or companies involved are not provided in the available headline.

via AnimationXpress

Thursday, 25 June 2026

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West Bengal allocates INR 50 crore for AVGC-XR skill training

Outlook Respawn reports that West Bengal has allocated INR 50 crore towards skill training in the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. The investment underscores the state government's commitment to developing talent in India's growing creative industries. This funding is expected to enhance workforce capabilities and support the sector's expansion within the region.

via Outlook Respawn

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

Animation

Arena Animation celebrates 30 years of excellence

Arena Animation, a major Indian animation studio, is marking three decades of operations. Passionate In Marketing reports on the milestone, which underscores the studio's longevity and contributions to India's animation sector. The organisation has established itself as a significant player in the country's growing AVGC-XR industry over the past three decades.

via Passionate In Marketing

Monday, 22 June 2026

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IICT Mumbai and WaveX launch media tech incubator for AVGC-XR startups

Hindudayashankar reports that IICT Mumbai and start-up accelerator platform WaveX have launched a Media Tech Incubator programme to support AVGC-XR startups. The initiative aims to boost innovation and entrepreneurship within India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. Interested startups can apply by 7th September, according to the announcement.

via Hindudayashankar