At the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit, Bollywood actor Aamir Khan emphasized the urgent need for more movie theaters in India. He pointed out that despite being a film-loving nation, the majority of the population does not have access to cinemas. With just 10,000 screens, India lags behind countries like the US and China, making it difficult for even the biggest movies to reach a wider audience. Khan urges investment in better infrastructure to support the growth of the film industry and realize the country's vast potential.
Mukesh Ambani, chairman of RIL, announced the launch of JioHotstar, a platform that aims to rival top creators of entertainment globally. With cutting-edge technology and a focus on Indian and international talent, JioHotstar is poised to revolutionize the media and entertainment industry in India. Ambani also emphasized the country's potential as the world's largest entertainment market, with its massive population and advancing digital infrastructure. He also highlighted the impact of AI and other digital technologies in transforming the industry and creating unparalleled opportunities for content creators and consumers.
In the ongoing Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways, star player Virat Kohli struggled during his brief stint at the crease, managing only 6 runs before being dismissed by Railways' bowler Himanshu Sangwan. The match, being broadcasted by Sports 18 and streaming live on Jio Cinema, saw Railways post a total of 241 runs in the first innings, with half-centuries from Upendra Yadav and Karn Sharma. At the end of Day 1, Delhi was at 41 runs for the loss of one wicket.
Indian cricket star Virat Kohli makes a highly anticipated comeback in the Ranji Trophy as his team Delhi takes on Railways in an Elite Group D match. Despite being offered the captaincy, Kohli insists on continuing with Ayush Badoni as captain. After the match, Kohli will join India's ODI squad for the series against England. Fans can catch the Delhi vs. Railways match live on the Jio Cinema app and website.
As Bigg Boss 18 nears its end, voting trends reveal that Rajat Dalal is gaining strong support and is a top contender for the winner's title. However, Eisha Singh is predicted to be the first to be eliminated based on fan polls. The highly anticipated grand finale will air on January 19, 2025, on Colors TV and Jio Cinema. Tune in to see who will emerge as the winner of Bigg Boss 18.
The Pakistan national cricket team, led by captain Mohammad Rizwan, is all set for a three-match T20I series against South Africa. The first match will be played at Kingsmead, Durban, with start time of 09:30 PM IST. Despite a recent loss to Zimbabwe, Pakistan aims to bounce back and secure a 1-0 lead in the series. On the other hand, South Africa will be led by Heinrich Klaasen and boasts a strong squad including players like David Miller and Anrich Nortje. Fans can catch all the action live on Sports 18 channels or through the Jio Cinema app.
The highly anticipated IPL mega auction for 2025 is set to begin on November 24 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With 577 players in the running and 201 slots to be filled across the franchises, fans can expect a thrilling bidding war for some of the biggest names in cricket including Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Jos Buttler, Kagiso Rabada, and Mitchell Starc. 12 top players have been split into two groups and will be the first to go under the hammer, followed by the remaining capped and uncapped players. The live telecast will be available on Star Sports with streaming on Jio Cinema. Mark your calendars for March 14, 2025, as the next IPL season begins.
After India defeated South Africa by 61 runs in the 1st T20I, former cricketer Mark Boucher shared his thoughts on Jio Cinema. He praised Men in Blue spinner Varun Chakravarthy's performance, saying he bowled briskly and had a great partnership with Ravi Bishnoi. Boucher also noted that the Indian bowling attack made it look like "men against boys" and that South Africa never had a chance. India's strong batting, led by Sanju Samson, provided the foundation for their victory.
As the Indian cinema and entertainment industry experiences major shifts with mergers and acquisitions, big players like PVR and INOX face significant losses. The recent merger of Paramount and Skydance and the acquisition of Maverick Media by Zee Entertainment have caused a stir in the industry. With companies like Jio and UFO Moviez also making strides with new technologies, the future of cinema and entertainment looks promising.
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker overcame her disappointment from the Tokyo Olympics and made history by winning a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol event at the Paris Games. With this win, she became the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal. After struggling with pistol malfunctions at the Tokyo Olympics, Bhaker's determination and skills shone through as she delivered a much-deserved medal for India. In an exclusive interview with Jio Cinema, the 22-year-old expressed her gratitude and excitement for finally winning an Olympic medal.