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Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

Reliance Disney Star deal could birth India biggest media giant and reshape OTT super app race

A likely Reliance-Disney Star deal would create India’s largest media conglomerate, with about INR 25,000 crore top-line, 115 TV channels, and two streaming platforms. The combined content library could exceed two lakh hours, potentially accelerating a “super app” push and reshaping the broader TMT ecosystem.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Hathway Cable appoints Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as CEO amid accelerating digital disruption

Hathway Cable appoints Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as CEO amid accelerating digital disruption

Hathway Cable and Datacom has named Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as its new CEO, taking over from Tavinderjit Singh Panesar, who is set to retire after a long tenure. Kapoor brings experience from India’s media and entertainment sector as the company navigates intensifying competition from digital services reshaping the cable industry.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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VR Global Media kicks off 250 million capital plan and starts 120 million raise

VR Global Media kicks off 250 million capital plan and starts 120 million raise

VR Global Media has launched a $250 million capital programme to build a global entertainment platform, and is already raising $120 million. The funding is set to flow into film production and distribution, sports franchises, and media-tech ventures, with the goal of creating an integrated, institutionally backed creative ecosystem—more than just a single-content push.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streamers shift from solo bets to Indian partners for massive OTT growth

Global streaming giants are increasingly partnering with Indian digital platforms as they race to grow in India’s OTT market. Instead of taking on full operational risk, players such as BBC, Disney+, and Warner Bros Discovery are using local expertise to reach a huge potential subscriber base while accelerating launch and expansion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders vote on Paramount $81 billion blockbuster merger

Warner Bros Discovery shareholders vote on Paramount $81 billion blockbuster merger

Warner Bros Discovery shareholders will vote Thursday on the company’s proposed $81 billion sale to Skydance-owned Paramount. If approved, the mega-merger could significantly reshape Hollywood’s studio landscape and influence the broader media industry, potentially changing how content is produced, distributed, and valued across platforms.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
YouTube launches free deepfake detection tool for Hollywood to spot AI impersonations

YouTube launches free deepfake detection tool for Hollywood to spot AI impersonations

YouTube has expanded its likeness protection program by offering Hollywood celebrities and entertainers a free deepfake detection tool. Designed to help artists identify AI-manipulated impersonations, the feature supports faster reviews and removal requests for misleading content. The move targets a growing wave of AI-generated deception as creators seek better protection of their careers and public image.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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TV and TRAI collide as India broadcast firms fight tariff survival battles

TV and TRAI collide as India broadcast firms fight tariff survival battles

India’s broadcast industry is locked in a prolonged battle over television tariff rules first rolled out in 2019. What began as a regulatory change has evolved into a survival fight for broadcasters and related stakeholders, as the industry pushes back on how costs, pricing, and consumer impact are being handled. The dispute highlights widening pressure on traditional TV economics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
YRF Entertainment names streaming strategist Saugata Mukherjee head of content for films and series

YRF Entertainment names streaming strategist Saugata Mukherjee head of content for films and series

YRF Entertainment has appointed Saugata Mukherjee as its new Head of Content, aiming to reshape its creative direction for films and series. Mukherjee previously developed content strategy at SonyLIV and HBO Max, bringing a streaming-first mindset to YRF. Executive Producer Yogendra Mogre will continue in his role as the company begins this next phase.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Freelance writer blamed for book review plagiarism not AI use

Freelance writer blamed for book review plagiarism not AI use

A freelance writer for The New York Times is alleged to have used AI while preparing a book review, but the crux of the controversy is plagiarism. The complaint centers on the fact that AI-generated text wasn’t properly removed before publication, shifting scrutiny away from AI capability and toward human responsibility and editing failures.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Pocket FM names Lalit Gangwar COO to supercharge its global audio expansion

Pocket FM names Lalit Gangwar COO to supercharge its global audio expansion

Pocket FM has appointed Lalit Gangwar as Chief Operating Officer to lead the company’s global audio business. The move is designed to support its international expansion ambitions, building on Gangwar’s role in scaling the platform in India and helping drive its US market entry. Pocket FM says the leadership change is meant to enable predictable, long-term growth as it expands.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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