Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
WAVES BAZAAR
Explore, Connect & Trade Globally
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01 APR 2025 6:44PM by PIB Delhi
Explore, Connect & Trade Globally
Introduction
WAVES Bazaar is an innovative online marketplace connecting professionals, businesses, and creators from the global entertainment industry. It was officially launched on January 27, 2025, at the National Media Centre in New Delhi by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting, Railways, and Electronics & Information Technology, and Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture & Tourism.
WAVES Bazaar is a key part of the WAVES Summit, also known as the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit. It’s a dedicated platform where industry professionals come together to connect, collaborate, and discover new business opportunities. The WAVES Summit will be held from May 1–4, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre & Jio World Gardens in Mumbai, making WAVES Bazaar an important hub for global entertainment exchange.
WAVES Bazaar: A Global Marketplace
WAVES Bazaar is a one-of-a-kind e-marketplace that brings together stakeholders from across the Media & Entertainment spectrum—including film, television, animation, gaming, advertising, XR, music, sound design, radio, and more.
Whether one is a content creator looking for collaborators, a business seeking the right platform, a developer searching for investors, or an artist wanting to showcase their work to global audiences, WAVES Bazaar provides a dynamic space for industry professionals to network, collaborate, and grow their businesses. Since the launch, till date, 5500 buyers, more than 2000 sellers and approximately 1000 projects have been registered on the portal from different verticals of M&E sector.
ey Features of WAVES Bazaa
Verticals of WAVES Bazaar
WAVES Bazaar is structured into multiple verticals, each tailored to cater to a specific segment of the media and entertainment industry. These include:
- Film & TV/Web Series: Connect with global distributors, OTT platforms, and festival programmers to showcase your content.
- Gaming & E-sports: Present game concepts, IPs, and assets to investors, buyers, and publishing platforms.
- Animation & VFX: Offer top-tier animation and VFX services for diverse creative projects.
- Comics/E-books: Market storyboards, publishing, and content creation to reach wider audiences.
- Radio & Podcast: Empower independent audio creators to secure sponsorships and grow their reach.
- Music & Sound: Unlock licensing opportunities and collaborate on music production, sound design, and more.
- Live Events & Influencer Marketing: Drive sponsorships, brand partnerships, and audience engagement through live events.
How WAVES Bazaar Works
Visit the WAVES Bazaar Website: Navigate to wavesbazaar.com and explore the platform.
Sign Up & Create Your Profile: Register as a buyer, seller, or investor to access the full range of opportunities.
List Your Services or Project Needs: Showcase your work or explore available listings tailored to your business interests.
Connect & Collaborate: Network with industry professionals, schedule meetings, and initiate successful collaborations.
Grow Your Business: Expand your market, find new revenue streams and establish long-term partnerships.
Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to register and use Waves Bazaar services.
WAVES Bazaar for Various Professionals
WAVES Bazaar is open to both buyers and sellers within the creative industries. Businesses and individuals seeking innovative content and services can register as buyers to explore and connect with these creators. There is no registration fee to join WAVES Bazaar.
Guidelines For Seller
To register as a seller, visit the Wave Seller Signup page on the WAVES Bazaar website. Complete the registration form by providing the necessary information about yourself and your services. Once registered, you can create a profile to showcase your projects and connect with potential clients.
Join WAVES Bazaar as a Buyer
To register as a buyer, go to the Wave Buyer Signup page on the WAVES Bazaar website. Sign up by providing the required details. After registration, you'll gain access to a diverse range of creative projects and services, enabling you to connect directly with sellers.
Viewing Room & Market Screenings
WAVES Bazaar offers an advanced Viewing Room & Market Screenings feature, ensuring curated content reaches the right audience.
· The Viewing Room provides a secure digital space for buyers to preview films, animations, and gaming IPs before making acquisition or partnership decisions.
· Market Screenings include exclusive in-person and virtual screenings designed to highlight high-potential projects, attracting investors and distributors.
Conclusion
WAVES Bazaar is revolutionizing the global media and entertainment industry. It offers a dynamic digital marketplace for professionals, businesses, and creators to connect, collaborate, and grow. With opportunities across diverse sectors—from film and gaming to music and advertising—it enables seamless networking and business transactions. Serving both buyers and sellers, WAVES Bazaar is setting the stage for a new era of global entertainment exchange and creative collaboration.
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