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At 2026, VEGAS and , alongside Team , signed an organisational MoU in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, with Bejoy Arputharaj(President - VEGAS and Founder/CEO - PhantomFX), Peter Sebastian (Secretary- VEGAS and Head projects - Aceolution)and Rajan Ethiraj (CBO - PhantomFX) present, reinforcing a shared commitment to strengthening Tamil Nadu’s technology and innovation ecosystem.

The MoU focuses on priority sectors including AVGC-XR, gaming and visual effects, Artificial Intelligence,XR research, skilling, and emerging deep-tech domains translating policy vision into on-ground industry partnerships with a strong emphasis on employment creation and talent development.

This collaboration is expected to generate significant employment opportunities, further positioning Tamil Nadu as a preferred destination for technology-led growth and innovation.

VEGAS Members, this one’s for you! 🎉

India’s biggest creative gathering India Joy 2025 is here! ✨

Get special discount for the event shaping the future of film, VFX, games, animation, and more🌟

📅 1–2 Nov 2025 | 📍 HICC Hyderabad

Reach out to us for details, don’t miss this! 💫

We are thrilled to announce Rajeev Rastogi, Founder & Managing Director of White Apple, as our new Vice President (Maharashtra) of VEGAS! 👏

We are beyond proud of this achievement and can’t wait to work together to shape the future of AVGC with many more successes!🌟

Transform your future with us!

VEGAS Professional Membership offers you exclusive access to seminars, workshops, upskilling opportunities, and more 🌟

Let's shape the future of AVGC together 🎬

Visit http://www.vegas-india.org now!

From Script to Screen: The VFX Journey of Thangalaan -

What happens when technology meets storytelling? In ,
Senthil Kumar explains the fusion of creativity and VFX innovation created a cinematic experience like no other.

How groundbreaking technology, creative vision, and months of hard work transformed Thangalaan into a visual masterpiece. Whether you're a VFX enthusiast or a cinephile, this deep dive into the making of is not to be missed!

Exploring the Future of Experience: Gaming, AR & VR

What does the future of immersive experiences look like? 🌐🎮 In this exciting session, Ajay Kumar Srinivasan moderated a discussion with experts Mohan Doss, Sathyapriyan S, and Jainaressh BC as they probe the transformative potential of gaming, augmented reality, and virtual reality.

From revolutionizing entertainment to creating new interactive worlds, this panel will explore how these sectors are shaping the future of digital experiences.

🎉 VEGAS Fest 2024: A Massive Success! 🎉

We're thrilled that AnimationXpress has covered our journey in their latest article! 🙌

📖 Read more in the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gPNNvS_H

VEGAS Fest 2024 saw a record-breaking footfall of over 6630 attendees, uniting the brightest minds in the AVGC industry! From animation breakthroughs to cutting-edge VFX and immersive AR/VR discussions.

This event was a landmark celebration. Special thanks to "Minister of Information Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs - Dr. L.Murugan" for gracing the occasion.

Breaking Barriers: Women Pioneers in the AVGC Industry

Women pioneers have always been instrumental in shaping the AVGC industry, and now is the time to celebrate their achievements. ✨🎥🎮

Moderated by Priyanka Balasubramanian, this panel discussion highlights the inspiring journeys of Kiran Prasad, Vrinda Sood, Pavithra Sridhar
Priyanka Gurav—women who have carved their paths in animation, VFX, and gaming.

Their stories reflect the power of perseverance, creativity, and leadership._

Let’s recognize their contributions and explore how they continue to pave the way for future generations in the AVGC industry!

How do we bridge the gap between creative vision and VFX ex*****on? 🚀

Speakers Abhyuday Grover and Stephen Mascarenhas discussed the technical and creative challenges and how we can bridge the gap between directors’ visions and VFX ex*****on.

A intellectual session for those looking to optimize this collaboration.

Paving the Path for the AVGC Industry: Why Leadership and Shared Infrastructure Matter - Explains Mathivathani R P,Associate Vice President, Govt. of Tamil Nadu

Creating a shared infrastructure for the AVGC industry is no small feat. 🛠️ But with a dedicated COE, it could become a reality.

Mathivathani breaks down why centralized leadership is essential. for the AVGC sector's growth, while also shedding light on the challenges we’ll face along the way.