Hello readers,

Today, I wanted to share with you the biggest event happening this year - one that’s shaping the future of filmmaking as we know it.

Last year, I sat on a panel at the EPG Film Conclave, diving into the ways cinema is transforming - AI rewriting storytelling, OTT platforms changing the business of filmmaking, and VFX/VR pushing creative boundaries. 

At the time, these shifts felt big. 

A year later? They feel even bigger.  

The way films are made, distributed, and consumed is evolving at breakneck speed.  

That’s why the EPG Film Conclave 2025 is more than just another industry event. 

It’s where the people shaping the future of entertainment come together to discuss, debate, and make things happen.  

What’s changing in cinema?

OTT Is Dominating the Conversation

Theatrical releases are still important, but securing an OTT deal is now a major goal for filmmakers. What makes a project attractive to platforms like Netflix and Amazon? How can filmmakers position their work for global audiences?  

AI: A Filmmaker’s Best Friend or Biggest Disruptor?

AI isn’t just changing post-production; it’s now influencing scriptwriting, casting, and even directing. Will AI take creative jobs - or open up new possibilities?  

India and the UK: A Growing Film Partnership

Cross-border collaborations are expanding, with funding and co-production incentives making it easier for Indian filmmakers to break into the global market. But how do you tap into these opportunities?  

VFX and VR: The New Frontiers of Storytelling

From photorealistic CGI to fully immersive VR films, the way audiences experience stories is evolving. Those who adapt will thrive - those who don’t might get left behind.  

The Room Where It Happens

Here is where all these questions will be answered.

This event isn’t just about panels and keynotes - it’s about getting in the room with the people who are actively shaping the industry. Over 1,100 guests attend India Week, including film producers, OTT executives, investors, and policymakers.  

And the speaker lineup over the years? Let’s just say it’s been a masterclass in leadership, creativity, and industry insights.

Past speakers are a proof of it:  

🎤 Raghuram Rajan – Former Governor, Reserve Bank of India  

🎤 Pankaj Munjal – Chairman & MD, Hero Cycles  

🎤 Lord John Browne – Former CEO of Shell  

🎤 Angela Rayner – Deputy Prime Minister  

🎤 Salman Khurshid – Former Minister for Foreign Affairs, India  

🎤 KT Rama Rao – Former Minister for Municipal Administration & Urban Development, Telangana  

🎤 Divia Thani – Global Editorial Director, Condé Nast Traveller  

🎤 Sudipto Sarkar – Film Producer  

🎤 Ian Bishop – Former West Indies Cricketer  

…and many more.   

For those of us navigating this ever-changing landscape, conversations like these aren’t just interesting - they’re necessary. 

Because staying ahead isn’t just about talent anymore. 

It’s about understanding the trends, the business models, and the technology shaping tomorrow’s cinema.  

I'll be attending this event, you should join in too.

Here's their website: IndiaWeek.uk

See you there,

Vipul Agrawal.