At the heart of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) Pavilion is emerging as a dynamic confluence of technology, creativity, and policy dialogue, spotlighting how artificial intelligence is reshaping India’s media and entertainment landscape. Designed as a vibrant ecosystem rather than a static exhibition, the Pavilion brings together industry leaders, startups, filmmakers, technologists, and policymakers to explore AI’s transformative potential across production, distribution, monetization, and audience engagement.
Hosted at Bharat Mandapam, the Summit positions India not merely as a consumer of AI technologies but as a global leader in responsible AI-powered creative services. Through a carefully curated mix of panels, masterclasses, immersive showcases, and startup demonstrations, the MIB Pavilion underscores the country’s ambition to blend technological advancement with cultural authenticity.
One of the headline attractions is an exclusive masterclass by acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who will examine the evolution of filmmaking in the age of AI. Known for his cross-cultural cinematic sensibilities, Kapur is expected to delve into how artificial intelligence can enhance storytelling without diluting emotional depth or cultural nuance. His session reflects a broader theme of the Summit: technology as a collaborator rather than a replacement for human creativity.
A major creative collaboration at the Pavilion comes through a partnership between the Ministry and Adobe, highlighting India’s rapidly maturing AI-enabled creative ecosystem. Central to this collaboration is Kathāvatār, a curated showcase of five Made-in-India AI-generated short films inspired by Indian folklore. The films—Language of Birds, Migoi, Uttarayan, The Barber’s Secret, and Yappasauras—are being screened at the AI Theatre within the WAVES Creators Corner throughout the Summit. Together, they represent a new generation of Indian filmmakers experimenting with machine learning tools to reinterpret traditional narratives through contemporary cinematic craft.
Adobe will also host a thematic session titled “The Future of Film: AI, Creativity, and Craft,” exploring emerging AI filmmaking practices and evolving production workflows. Complementing this is the Content Creation Hub, powered by Adobe, which demonstrates AI-led video creation processes designed for today’s fast-paced creator economy. From automated editing to scalable content development, the Hub offers hands-on insights into how creators can accelerate production while maintaining artistic control.
The immersive AI Theatre itself stands as a technological and cultural centerpiece. The AI Immersive Theatre in New Delhi introduces audiences to a 270-degree projection environment, blending spatial design and AI-powered storytelling to create a fully enveloping cinematic experience. Conceived under the leadership of the National Film Development Corporation and Waves Bazaar, under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, the theatre hosts curated AI films, CinemAI Hackathon finalists from the International Film Festival of India, and the Kathāvatār screenings. The space exemplifies how narrative and immersive technology can merge to redefine audience engagement in the era of intelligent media.
Beyond established players, the Summit is also amplifying emerging voices. At the India AI Impact Expo 2026, 51 startups from India’s AVGC-XR and Media Tech sector are showcasing AI-powered innovations at the WAVES Creators Corner. The platform features cutting-edge work in immersive storytelling, gaming, virtual production, and next-generation content technologies, demonstrating the breadth of India’s creative-tech ecosystem.
Among the standout innovations is the Zero-Touch Autonomous Newsroom, an AI-driven system designed to automate news gathering, scripting, and distribution workflows. Another highlight, Bhasha-Wall, integrates multilingual dubbing with AI-powered sign language avatars, enhancing accessibility and linguistic reach. Interactive installations such as Samvad Setu and The Director’s Chair allow visitors to experiment with AI-assisted storytelling in real time, while an AI podcast studio, conversational humanoid robots, and advanced voice-cloning tools illustrate how generative AI is reshaping content formats across platforms.
Winners of the Bhashasetu and Kalaasetu challenges are also presenting AI-driven tools aimed at preserving cultural heritage and expanding linguistic accessibility. By digitising oral traditions, regional dialects, and indigenous art forms, these innovators demonstrate how AI can serve as a bridge between tradition and modernity, reinforcing India’s multilingual and multicultural identity in the digital age.
Industry leaders, including LTM BlueVerse, AWS, Google in collaboration with Evergent, Sony Research India, PurpleTalk, Dashverse, Pocket FM, Kuku FM, and Lumikai are contributing to sessions that examine AI-driven production workflows, gaming innovation, multilingual voice technologies, content monetisation strategies, and responsible AI frameworks. The discussions emphasise knowledge exchange and policy alignment, ensuring that rapid technological adoption is matched by ethical governance and sustainable business models.
Together, these initiatives highlight a critical shift in India’s creative economy. Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to backend optimisation or data analytics; it is becoming integral to script development, visual effects, voice synthesis, audience targeting, and immersive storytelling. Yet, as repeatedly emphasised throughout the Pavilion, the goal is not automation for its own sake, but augmentation—empowering creators with tools that enhance imagination while safeguarding authenticity and inclusivity.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 thus serves as both a showcase and a statement of intent. By integrating immersive exhibitions, startup innovation, industry collaboration, and policy dialogue under one roof, the MIB Pavilion presents a cohesive vision of an AI-enabled media future rooted in Indian storytelling traditions.
In bringing together folklore and futurism, code and craft, the Summit signals that India’s next creative leap will not simply adopt global AI trends—it will shape them.
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Pavilion and WAVES Creators Corner spotlight AI-driven transformation across media and entertainment, featuring 51 startups, immersive AI cinema, Adobe’s Kathāvatār films, and Shekhar Kapur’s masterclass on the future of storytelling and responsible innovation.
At the heart of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) Pavilion is emerging as a dynamic confluence of technology, creativity, and policy dialogue, spotlighting how artificial intelligence is reshaping India’s media and entertainment landscape. Designed as a vibrant ecosystem rather than a static exhibition, the Pavilion brings together industry leaders, startups, filmmakers, technologists, and policymakers to explore AI’s transformative potential across production, distribution, monetization, and audience engagement.
Hosted at Bharat Mandapam, the Summit positions India not merely as a consumer of AI technologies but as a global leader in responsible AI-powered creative services. Through a carefully curated mix of panels, masterclasses, immersive showcases, and startup demonstrations, the MIB Pavilion underscores the country’s ambition to blend technological advancement with cultural authenticity.
One of the headline attractions is an exclusive masterclass by acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who will examine the evolution of filmmaking in the age of AI. Known for his cross-cultural cinematic sensibilities, Kapur is expected to delve into how artificial intelligence can enhance storytelling without diluting emotional depth or cultural nuance. His session reflects a broader theme of the Summit: technology as a collaborator rather than a replacement for human creativity.
A major creative collaboration at the Pavilion comes through a partnership between the Ministry and Adobe, highlighting India’s rapidly maturing AI-enabled creative ecosystem. Central to this collaboration is Kathāvatār, a curated showcase of five Made-in-India AI-generated short films inspired by Indian folklore. The films—Language of Birds, Migoi, Uttarayan, The Barber’s Secret, and Yappasauras—are being screened at the AI Theatre within the WAVES Creators Corner throughout the Summit. Together, they represent a new generation of Indian filmmakers experimenting with machine learning tools to reinterpret traditional narratives through contemporary cinematic craft.
Adobe will also host a thematic session titled “The Future of Film: AI, Creativity, and Craft,” exploring emerging AI filmmaking practices and evolving production workflows. Complementing this is the Content Creation Hub, powered by Adobe, which demonstrates AI-led video creation processes designed for today’s fast-paced creator economy. From automated editing to scalable content development, the Hub offers hands-on insights into how creators can accelerate production while maintaining artistic control.
The immersive AI Theatre itself stands as a technological and cultural centerpiece. The AI Immersive Theatre in New Delhi introduces audiences to a 270-degree projection environment, blending spatial design and AI-powered storytelling to create a fully enveloping cinematic experience. Conceived under the leadership of the National Film Development Corporation and Waves Bazaar, under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, the theatre hosts curated AI films, CinemAI Hackathon finalists from the International Film Festival of India, and the Kathāvatār screenings. The space exemplifies how narrative and immersive technology can merge to redefine audience engagement in the era of intelligent media.
Beyond established players, the Summit is also amplifying emerging voices. At the India AI Impact Expo 2026, 51 startups from India’s AVGC-XR and Media Tech sector are showcasing AI-powered innovations at the WAVES Creators Corner. The platform features cutting-edge work in immersive storytelling, gaming, virtual production, and next-generation content technologies, demonstrating the breadth of India’s creative-tech ecosystem.
Among the standout innovations is the Zero-Touch Autonomous Newsroom, an AI-driven system designed to automate news gathering, scripting, and distribution workflows. Another highlight, Bhasha-Wall, integrates multilingual dubbing with AI-powered sign language avatars, enhancing accessibility and linguistic reach. Interactive installations such as Samvad Setu and The Director’s Chair allow visitors to experiment with AI-assisted storytelling in real time, while an AI podcast studio, conversational humanoid robots, and advanced voice-cloning tools illustrate how generative AI is reshaping content formats across platforms.
Winners of the Bhashasetu and Kalaasetu challenges are also presenting AI-driven tools aimed at preserving cultural heritage and expanding linguistic accessibility. By digitising oral traditions, regional dialects, and indigenous art forms, these innovators demonstrate how AI can serve as a bridge between tradition and modernity, reinforcing India’s multilingual and multicultural identity in the digital age.
Industry leaders, including LTM BlueVerse, AWS, Google in collaboration with Evergent, Sony Research India, PurpleTalk, Dashverse, Pocket FM, Kuku FM, and Lumikai are contributing to sessions that examine AI-driven production workflows, gaming innovation, multilingual voice technologies, content monetisation strategies, and responsible AI frameworks. The discussions emphasise knowledge exchange and policy alignment, ensuring that rapid technological adoption is matched by ethical governance and sustainable business models.
Together, these initiatives highlight a critical shift in India’s creative economy. Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to backend optimisation or data analytics; it is becoming integral to script development, visual effects, voice synthesis, audience targeting, and immersive storytelling. Yet, as repeatedly emphasised throughout the Pavilion, the goal is not automation for its own sake, but augmentation—empowering creators with tools that enhance imagination while safeguarding authenticity and inclusivity.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 thus serves as both a showcase and a statement of intent. By integrating immersive exhibitions, startup innovation, industry collaboration, and policy dialogue under one roof, the MIB Pavilion presents a cohesive vision of an AI-enabled media future rooted in Indian storytelling traditions.
In bringing together folklore and futurism, code and craft, the Summit signals that India’s next creative leap will not simply adopt global AI trends—it will shape them.
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