Promax is hosting the second Digital Reinvent show- ‘OTT and Digital Marketing Innovation Conference and Awards on October 8th. The event will witness a panel discussion on the topic ‘OTT is proving to be a game changer for delivering compelling stories and performances. The panel discussion will be moderated by Raj Nayak, Founder & Managing Director, House of Cheer. Panelists include the director- Nikhil Advani and actors- Mohit Raina & Shreya Dhanwanthry of Mumbai Diaries 26/11- Indian Hindi-language medical drama streaming television series on Amazon Prime Video.
The session by Raj Nayak will delve deep into what makes OTT as a platform so compelling that – viewers and content creators are experimenting/diversifying their entertainment experience with new genres.
The session will further discuss how Advani has broken the traditional formulaic method of storytelling with Mumbai Diaries 26/11. And the factors that have made Mohit Raina to take a leap with OTT. Further the session will discuss Shreya Dhanwanthary’s journey through the three-path breaking OTT shows back-to-back – The Family Man, Scam 1992 and Mumbai Diaries 26/11.
The session will further discuss the content development process and how that relationship works between a creator/producer and what an OTT platform requires. Mohit Raina and Shreya Dhanwanthary will speak on how fulfilling or challenging is the creative process with OTT for them. Further Advani will elaborate on the process of creating for OTT – empowering, challenging and fulfilling.
As closing remarks, the panel will discuss how all formats of entertainment will co-exist and thrive because the audience is equally diverse with evolving tastes and preferences.
Commenting on the participation in the panel discussion, Advani said, “This is a very exciting time for all creators, as we have the ability to break away from being formulaic and actually narrate stories that are truly unique. For me, the process of creating shows such as Mumbai Diaries 26/11 has been an empowering and fulfilling one. And to be here at the Promax Digital Reinvent, and be able to share experiences with such an immense and diverse talent base from across the industry is just fantastic.”
“I believe this is the dawn of a new era – a time where boundaries are being broken and fresh talent is being explored. Being featured in stories that the common person can identify with, stories that tug at the heartstrings of the viewers, just makes perfect sense. And to be a part of this forum – the Promax Digital Reinvent, which provides a common platform to creators and artists, is great and rewarding,” said Dhanwanthary.
Raina said, “I am glad to have had the chance to play multi-layered characters like Dr. Kaushik Oberoi in Mumbai Diaries 26/11. This leap of faith has only been possible because OTT platforms are not tethered to the rules of the trade and are helping creators build on their passion projects. I am honoured to be a part of the iconic Promax Digital Reinvent forum which gives a platform to talent from across the board to come together as one.”
