WAVES ‘Create in India Challenge’ Surpasses 85,000 Registrations

02 Apr 2025 CW Team

The competition has culminated in the selection of 750 finalists who will converge at ‘CreatoSphere’ in Mumbai from 1st to 4th May 2025. These finalists, chosen from 32 diverse challenges, will not only present their groundbreaking creative works but also engage in networking sessions, pitching opportunities, masterclasses, panel discussions, and conferences with global industry leaders. Winners will be honoured with the prestigious ‘WAVES Creator Awards’ at a grand ceremony in Mumbai.

Pioneering a New Era of Creativity The Create in India Challenge has emerged as a powerhouse of innovation, providing an international platform for storytellers, designers, and digital creators. Some of the most exciting challenges include:

Reel Making Competition – A high-energy challenge for digital content creators.

Truth Tell Hackathon – A solutions-driven event focused on impactful storytelling.

Young Filmmaker’s Challenge – Nurturing the next generation of visionary directors.

Comics Creator Championship – A celebration of artistic storytelling.

A.I. Avatar Creator Challenge – Showcasing innovations in AI-generated personas.

WAM! Anime Challenge – A tribute to India’s growing anime culture.

Esports Tournament – Bringing together the best gaming talents.

Trailer Making & Theme Music Competitions – A space for audiovisual excellence.

XR Creator Hackathon – Pushing the boundaries of Augmented and Virtual Reality.

By bridging disciplines, borders, and generations, the CIC is not just a competition—it is fueling a global conversation on the future of storytelling and digital creativity.

The Create in India Challenge (CIC) Season-1, a flagship initiative of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES), has set a new benchmark, amassing over 85,000 registrations, including 1,100 international participants. The competition has culminated in the selection of 750 finalists who will converge at ‘CreatoSphere’ in Mumbai from 1st to 4th May 2025. These finalists, chosen from 32 diverse challenges, will not only present their groundbreaking creative works but also engage in networking sessions, pitching opportunities, masterclasses, panel discussions, and conferences with global industry leaders. Winners will be honoured with the prestigious ‘WAVES Creator Awards’ at a grand ceremony in Mumbai. Pioneering a New Era of Creativity The Create in India Challenge has emerged as a powerhouse of innovation, providing an international platform for storytellers, designers, and digital creators. Some of the most exciting challenges include: Reel Making Competition – A high-energy challenge for digital content creators. Truth Tell Hackathon – A solutions-driven event focused on impactful storytelling. Young Filmmaker’s Challenge – Nurturing the next generation of visionary directors. Comics Creator Championship – A celebration of artistic storytelling. A.I. Avatar Creator Challenge – Showcasing innovations in AI-generated personas. WAM! Anime Challenge – A tribute to India’s growing anime culture. Esports Tournament – Bringing together the best gaming talents. Trailer Making & Theme Music Competitions – A space for audiovisual excellence. XR Creator Hackathon – Pushing the boundaries of Augmented and Virtual Reality. By bridging disciplines, borders, and generations, the CIC is not just a competition—it is fueling a global conversation on the future of storytelling and digital creativity.

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