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Reliance scraps merger of Viacom18 with Sony after ‘strategic rethink’

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Reliance scraps merger of Viacom18 with Sony after ‘strategic rethink’

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries has called off the proposed merger of his group’s entertainment business with Sony Pictures Networks India following a strategic rethink.

Ambani’s television networks housed in Viacom18 Media Pvt Ltd were to merge with Sony Corp, with the Japanese giant having a bigger stake in the merged entity.

However, Reliance has now had a rethink and has decided not to pursue the merger route, sources with direct knowledge of the development said.

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Instead, the company is now keen to invest more in digital content creation.

Digital media and entertainment is an essential pillar of telecom unit Jio’s digital business strategy, they said adding Reliance plans to invest aggressively and grow the digital media business.

Reliance, they said, wants to retain management control over the digital operations and invest behind creating India’s No.1 OTT destination as well as a broadcast platform.

Viacom18 Media Pvt Ltd is a joint venture between TV18 Broadcast Ltd and Viacom Inc. TV18 owns 51 per cent share in the unit.

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Currently, Viacom18 operates more than 40 channels in seven languages.

It also operates a film company, Viacom18 Motion Pictures, video streaming platform Voot, has interests in live events and merchandising, besides a distribution company, IndiaCast Media.

Sony Pictures Networks India, on the other hand, a subsidiary of Sony Corp., runs more than 20 channels, including several sports networks.

Sources said Reliance was no longer keen for a deal especially after the introduction of the fibre-to-home strategy that provides access to 12 OTT (over-the-top) streaming apps including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema, Zee5, Sony Liv, Voot, Alt Balaji, Sun NXT, Shemaroo, Lionsgate Play, and Hoichoi.

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt inspect their new dream home in Mumbai days after anniversary

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt inspect their new dream home in Mumbai days after anniversary

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt recently inspected their future home in Mumbai, marking their third wedding anniversary. The couple’s new home is still in progress, with Ranbir wearing a black t-shirt, matching shorts, sneakers, and a cap. Alia Bhatt was seen waiting for her husband at the location, while Ranbir looked at the progress of their new home’s construction.

A video of their outing emerged on social media, with Pinkvilla posting the clip for the first time. The bungalow, named Krishna Raj after Ranbir’s grandmother, holds emotional significance to the Kapoor family. It used to belong to Ranbir’s grandparents, Raj Kapoor and Krishna Raj, and was inherited by Rishi Kapoor and Neetu in 1980. A Bollywood Life report.

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Claimed that the new bungalow cost Ranbir and family ₹250 crore. It is speculated that after the bungalow is ready, the entire Kapoor family, including Neetu Kapoor, will stay together under one roof. Alia and Ranbir currently live with Raha at Vastu The rapid growth of OTT platforms in India has been attributed to factors such as increased cinema ticket costs.

Growing demand for niche content, and changing consumer preferences. Sidharth Malhotra improved internet infrastructure, and Janhvi Kapoor are set to share screen together in the ALL upcoming rom-com Param Sundari, and they have shared entertaining behind-the-scene pictures from the sets on social media.

​Bollywood’s beloved couple, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, recently visited their under- boasts a modern design with grey construction dream home in Mumbai’s Bandra area, just days after celebrating their third wedding anniversary on April 14. On April 16, the duo was spotted at and shorts. The couple appeared the construction site, inspecting the progress of their abode.

In a video that surfaced on social media, Ranbir was seen wearing a black t-shirt, matching shorts, sneakers, and a cap, while Alia donned a casual shirt and shorts. The couple appeared engaged in discussions with the construction team, reflecting their active involvement in new bringing their vision to life.

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The new residence, named Krishna Raj in honor of Ranbir’s late grandmother, is a six-storey bungalow valued at approximately ₹250 crore. The property boasts a modern design with grey and light blue hues, glass balconies, and expansive windows. It’s situated close to their current

Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on the couple’s new home, and this recent visit has only heightened anticipation. The couple’s hands-on approach to the construction process Raha underscores their commitment to creating a space that reflects their shared dreams and values Bollywood’s beloved couple, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, recently visited their under.

In a video that surfaced on social media, Ranbir was seen wearing a black t-shirt, matching shorts, sneakers, and a cap, while Alia donned a casual shirt and shorts. The couple appeared engaged in discussions with the construction team, reflecting their active involvement in .​

The new residence, named Krishna Raj in honor of Ranbir’s late grandmother, is a six-storey bringing their vision to life bungalow valued at approximately ₹250 crore. The property boasts a modern design with grey and light blue hues, glass balconies, and expansive windows. It’s situated close to their current residence, Vaastu, where they live with their daughter, Raha .​

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Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on the couple’s new home, and this recent visit has only heightened anticipation. The couple’s hands-on approach to the construction process space that reflects their shared dreams and underscores their commitment to creating a space that reflects their shared dreams and values residence, Vaastu, where they live with daughter.

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