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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis met Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos to discuss media sector collaborations. Sarandos revealed Netflix's $2 billion economic impact in India post-pandemic, creating thousands of local jobs. The meeting occurred during the WAVES 2025 summit focused on entertainment innovation. Both leaders explored upskilling initiatives to strengthen Maharashtra's media ecosystem.

Key Points: Devendra Fadnavis Meets Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos in Mumbai

  • Netflix eyes Maharashtra collaborations for media upskilling
  • Sarandos highlights $2B economic boost from India investments
  • Summit explores future of storytelling and entertainment innovation
  • Over 25,000 local jobs created through Netflix productions
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Had a fruitful meeting: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis meets Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos

Maharashtra CM discusses media upskilling and Netflix's $2B India impact with co-CEO Ted Sarandos during WAVES 2025 summit.

"Our investments in India have generated over USD 2 billion in economic impact, post-COVID. – Ted Sarandos"

Mumbai, May 4

Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos met Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday.

The two had a fruitful meeting, discussing Netflix's vision for India as an important market in the next five years and exploring possible collaborations between the state of Maharashtra and Netflix to upskill in the media and entertainment sector. Ted Sarandos was in India for the WAVES 2025.

Taking to his Instagram, Fadnavis wrote, "Had a fruitful meeting with Mr Ted Sarandos Co-CEO at Netflix."

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Meanwhile, Ted Sarandos, Netflix's Co-CEO, on Saturday said that the company's investments in India have generated over USD 2 billion in economic impact, post-COVID-19 pandemic.

"Our investments in India have generated over USD 2 billion in economic impact, post-COVID. That's all the jobs created, skills developed, and infrastructure supported. We've filmed across 100+ towns and cities in India across 23 states, and collaborated with over 25,000 local cast and crew," the Netflix CEO said while talking to actor Saif Ali Khan in an engaging conversation on the third day of the inaugural World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) at Jio World Centre in Mumbai.

When asked about the future of storytelling, the co-CEO of the American subscription video streaming company said, "It's very difficult to predict where storytelling is headed. But what remains constant is the intent to connect with audiences."

The WAVES summit continues to bring together visionaries and industry experts from across the globe to shape the future of the entertainment industry through dialogue, innovation, and cultural exchange, the Ministry's statement added.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great to see Maharashtra taking initiative in the OTT space! Netflix collaborations could create amazing opportunities for local talent. Hope they focus on regional content too - Marathi cinema deserves global recognition 🇮🇳🎬
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Priya M.
$2 billion impact is impressive! But I hope Netflix invests more in original Indian stories rather than just adapting Western formats. Our mythology and history have such rich storytelling potential waiting to be tapped!
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Arjun S.
While this is good news, I hope the government ensures fair taxation from these streaming giants. Many foreign OTT platforms earn crores from Indian subscribers but pay minimal taxes here. Need balanced policies 🤔
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Shweta R.
Exciting times for Maharashtra's creative industry! The upskilling programs could be game-changing for thousands of aspiring filmmakers and technicians. Hope they include tier-2 cities like Nagpur and Aurangabad in these initiatives too.
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Vikram J.
Netflix India content has been hit or miss for me. Some gems like 'Sacred Games' but also many forgettable shows. Hope this collaboration brings more authentic Indian stories rather than westernized versions of our culture.
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Neha T.
As a film student in Mumbai, this news gives me hope! 🤩 More international collaborations mean better exposure and job opportunities. Hope they focus on developing technical skills like VFX and sound design which are crucial for global standards.

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