| The Global Cinema and Broadcasting industry is expected have an upswing resulting from exciting innovations and advancements in High Definition, 3D and 3G Technologies. Mobile Digital Television, net books, in-vehicle devices, USB receivers, Wi-Fi phones & laptops will add greater momentum to the industry. The Target - India The popularity of Indian entertainment industry is global. The industry stands at the value of US$9.72 billion is expected to grow to US $18.60 billion by 2011. An estimated 10.86 million people associated with this industry. India is the largest film producing country with more than 1000 movies a year. 3.2 billion Movie tickets are sold annually - largest in the world. International studios are utilizing Indian production facilities. Having more than 500 television channels and over 350 radio stations Early adapters of High Definition platform. 119 million television households Early usage of 3G Mobile technology. |
| Untapped potential - South India South India is spearheading the industry with nearly 60% contribution. Having the largest studio complex in the world - Ramoji Film City (Certified by Guinness Book of World Record). Having one of the largest production equipment rental firms in Asia Anand Cine Service. Most of the personnel in the industry are from South India / Chennai. Oscar award winners, AR Rehman and Resul Pookutty are from South India. |
