Strengthening India’s AVGC-XR industry through collaboration, innovation, and global market enablement.
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Studio Partnerships
ABAI collaborates closely with studios across the animation, VFX, gaming, and extended reality ecosystem to support sustainable growth and long-term industry development.
These partnerships are designed to strengthen operational capabilities, improve access to talent, and enable collaboration at both domestic and international levels.
Through these partnerships, ABAI helps:
Build consistent and industry-aligned talent pipelines
Enable co-production and collaboration opportunities across markets
Facilitate knowledge exchange through forums, workshops, & industry interactions
Connect studios with infrastructure, technology providers, & ecosystem resources
By supporting studios at different stages of growth, ABAI contributes to enhancing the quality, scale, and global competitiveness of India’s AVGC-XR industry.
Startup Support
Startups play a critical role in driving innovation and new content creation within the AVGC-XR ecosystem. ABAI supports emerging companies by providing access to mentorship, networks, and growth opportunities.
Key areas of support include:
Mentorship and guidance from industry experts and ecosystem partners
Access to funding opportunities, investors, & government backed initiatives
Support in business development, scaling strategies, & market entry
Networking opportunities with studios, technology partners, & global collaborators
These programs help startups move from early-stage development to sustainable and scalable businesses within the AVGC-XR sector.
Market Development
ABAI enables market access and global visibility for Indian AVGC-XR companies through structured platforms and strategic initiatives.
Key initiatives include:
Organizing & supporting industry events & platforms such as GAFX
Facilitating B2B networking between studios, investors, and partners
Enabling international collaborations, co-productions, & cross-border partnerships
Showcasing Indian talent, intellectual property, and capabilities on global platforms
These efforts position India as a growing hub for animation, VFX, gaming, and immersive technologies in the global market.
Case Studies
ABAI’s initiatives have contributed to the growth and success of studios, startups, and creators across the AVGC-XR ecosystem.
Through access to mentorship, infrastructure, partnerships, and market opportunities, participants have been able to:
Scale production capabilities and expand service offerings
Improve access to skilled and industry-ready talent
Enter new domestic and international markets
Strengthen their presence within the global AVGC-XR value chain
These case studies reflect the impact of a collaborative and ecosystem-driven approach to industry development, highlighting how structured support can enable long-term growth.
