The World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) officially kicked off in Mumbai today, May 1, with a powerful message of strength and solidarity. The event witnessed the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose participation just days after the tragic Pahalgam terror attack served as a symbol of national unity. Mukesh Ambani, one of the key voices at the summit, emphasized the importance of this gesture, calling it a “strong message of unity.”
The WAVES 2025 Summit aims to be a game-changer for India’s media and entertainment industry, which has already achieved a remarkable revenue milestone of ₹2.5 lakh crore in 2024. With four days of dynamic sessions, discussions, and keynotes, the summit is designed to fuel innovation and expansion in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the Indian economy.
Held from May 1 to May 4, the WAVES Summit will host influential speakers, creators, and business leaders from across the film and entertainment industry. Their goal? To pave the way toward unlocking a $50 billion market by 2029, thereby amplifying India’s global footprint in entertainment.
The event isn’t just about economics—it’s also about vision, resilience, and the cultural strength of India. PM Modi’s presence at such a time underscores the government’s support for the creative sector and its commitment to resilience in the face of adversity.
The WAVES Summit 2025 marks a pivotal moment for India’s creative economy, spotlighting the country’s ambition to become a global powerhouse in media and entertainment. As discussions unfold over the next few days, all eyes will be on the collaborations and commitments that could shape the future of Indian entertainment.
