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With innovations like dynamic 3D models of players and cutting-edge motion capture, we were able to enhance the viewing experience of ICC Men's #CricketWorldCup and #IPL2024! ✨ We #BELIEVE that with your continued support, we will make every sporting experience larger than life! 📺💪#HomeOfSports

🫣🙌🙏👀🙄🤔🤫👍😉 On World Emoji Day 2024, our employees decided to bring their favourite emojis to life! From blushing faces to pondering thoughts, we had it all. Which emoji do you think they nailed the best? #WorldEmojiDay #LifeAtDisneyStar

In the vast universe of Disney Star, where magic meets meticulous craftsmanship, there's a team that ensures every character speaks the right language and resonates with the right emotion. And guess what? I have the privilege of leading that team! I'm Ravindran, and my journey at Disney Star spans over 17 years. My story isn't just about the work I do; it's about the passion, creativity, and dedication that our entire team brings to the table every single day. Our mission? To ensure Disney characters maintain their integrity and charm across different languages and cultures. It's far more than just dubbing; it's about preserving the director's vision and the character's essence in every localized version. From Disney Pixar to Marvel, Star Wars to Disney Animation, our team handles it all with flair. I also worked on creating local animated shows for Disney Kids Network India, ranging from anthropomorphic stories of the soil like Simple Samosa and Bollywood-inspired parodies like Gaju Bhai to chase comedies like Bunty aur Billi and Eena Meena Dika. These shows did more than just entertain; they struck a chord with local audiences. One of my proudest moments? Rewriting the scripts for Aladdin and the Genie for the Hindi adaptation of Disney's Aladdin musical at the NCPA in Mumbai. Fueled by passion, I tackled the challenge, leading to packed theatres and rave reviews. Another highlight was localizing The Jungle Book for Indian audiences. With stars like Priyanka Chopra and Irrfan Khan, the Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu versions were a roaring success, setting a new benchmark in dubbing. I owe much of my success to Disney's collaborative and respectful culture. Even in our super creative environment, respecting boundaries and each team's expertise is key. This approach lets every department shine and contribute to our collective magic. I believe passion is the key to success. Without it, creativity and excellence are impossible. I encourage everyone to embrace experimentation. Let's keep trying new things and pushing boundaries together! #LifeAtDisneyStar

We had the most fabulous and artsy day ever with the Aravani Art Project, a Trans-women and cis-women-led art collective that aims to create consciousness and well-being through art! 🏳️⚧️✨ Trans women artists and our team of creative wizards came together to paint the town (well, the canvases) every colour of the rainbow! 🎉🎨 Check out these masterpieces and the pure joy we splashed all around! 🖼️💖 🌈 #PRIDE365 #AravaniArtProject #InclusiveArt #ArtForAll #DisneyStar #LifeAtDisneyStar

🏏 Five Titles in Three Months? Disney Star Cricket Team Did THAT! 🌟 What a season! The Disney-Star cricket team turned dreams into reality, and the impossible became “I’m possible” with a masterclass 2023-24 season that will be remembered forever. 💪✨ World Cup engagements tested their mettle, but the team's resilience shone through, resulting in unstoppable momentum and five epic titles! 🎯 #AthletixTrophy #APLStarsSeason14 #APLMastersSeason14 #AgencyPremierLeagueSeason16 #DreamzCorporateTrophySeason27 #DisneyStarCricket #ChampionTeam #Unstoppable

At the 42nd MADDYS 2024 Awards, Disney Star is shining bright with 27 metals! 🏆 Leading the charge are Star Vijay, Star Maa, and Disney+ Hotstar! 🌟 #Maddys2024 #WinnersAtMaddys2024

Meet Prashant Khanna, who works in sports production at Disney Star. His role blends field operations, sports production, design, studio management, and R&D through STAR Labs. Prashant's career at Disney Star spans two significant periods. He first joined from 2002 to 2007, starting as a contractual employee fetching and delivering fan mail for shows like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii. It might sound surprising, but Prashant eagerly awaited each new episode, as it made crafting the perfect fan responses easier. Upon his return in 2017, Prashant found himself in a larger organization. Despite the changes, the core values of innovation and pushing boundaries remained. In 2020, Prashant and his team tackled the monumental task of bringing IPL back on air amid COVID-19. With global sports halted, they committed fully and passionately. Prashant was instrumental in creating COVID guidelines and biosecure bubbles, ensuring safety in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Mumbai. Seeing the first ball go on-air and hearing the fans' messages about IPL lifting their spirits was hugely gratifying. For Prashant, balancing life and work is crucial. His team produces everything in-house, which means long hours and sometimes weekends at the office. But his family understands his passion. Evening games allow Prashant to spend mornings with his son, and no games mean a possible day off. He manages his schedule like his own domain, finding structure in chaos. Reflecting on his journey, Prashant emphasizes the importance of keeping your eyes and ears open and working hard. Dedication and sincerity bring good things your way. He also finds the organization's support for maternity and paternity leave phenomenal. With a 100-year history, he believes the organization offers invaluable learning experiences. #LifeAtDisneyStar

The pursuit of solving an elusive and existential marketer question around relative effectiveness of Linear TV & Digital platforms found its answer in Disney Star’ unique collaboration with Beatgrid. Multiple measurement studies using Beatgrid’s cutting-edge Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology and single source panel has illustrated the impact of ad exposure on Linear & Digital Video platforms on brand’s mind measures. This deterministic and high-quality measurement offers rich insights to CMOs and will enable a more informed decision-making towards achieving their goal of higher ROAS.   Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this exciting journey together!    #DisneyStar #Beatgrid #Partnership #AdEfficacy #Marketing #PR #Entertainment

Ever dreamt of blending creativity with Disney magic every single day? Here's what our management trainees have to say: "At Disney Star, we create purpose. Motivation flows naturally, and our culture drives itself!" - Kanishka Agarwal "My internship at Disney Star gave me clarity. The welcoming culture constantly reminds me that joining this organisation was a brilliant decision." - Lipsa Mohanty "Entertainment has always connected me to others. Joining a team that creates incredible narratives sparked my passion for a career at Disney Star." - Subreeta Sood "A colleague's advice to stay curious and open-minded fuels innovation. This mindset leads to amazing breakthroughs at Disney Star." - Yashasvi Jajodia "I see a long-term career at Disney Star! The company's dedication to storytelling and its inclusive culture perfectly match my career goals." - Piyush Singhania #LifeAtDisneyStar #IAmPartOfTheStory #DreamJob #EmployeeStories

This #PrideMonth, we explore identity and #allyship, highlighting real-world changes through #WordsOfPride. This story is about Shaileyi and Lauren, a couple who powered their way through the complexities of communication and acceptance within their families. Learn the language of #inclusivity at www.wordsofpride.com #HappyPrideMonth #LGBTQIA #LoveIsLove Shaileyi (she/her) (Writer, Editor - Communications & Marketing) Lauren (they/them) (Drama educator, Actor, Performer) “The rules of language dictate that you have to define yourself to be able to converse with someone,” Shaileyi begins. Shaileyi (she/her) works as a writer and editor. At 18, Shaileyi grappled with articulating queerness in Bengali. Even though her grandmother hinted that she could confide in her about any ‘special friends,’ Shaileyi felt tongue-tied. “Without the right words, I couldn't have had that conversation." A pivotal moment of allyship came from her partner Lauren, who is genderfluid and uses they/them pronouns. “For my mother, it was just a phase, something she would rather deny — that I'm not straight.” Battling her fears, Shaileyi has created a safe space within her family. “I’ve come out to my mother bit by bit, and this wouldn’t be possible without Lauren’s support.” Lauren uses the phrase ‘both and more’ to describe their gender, a perspective Shaileyi finds enlightening. She often switches to English to explain, and her mother is slowly learning. Lauren, a drama educator, actor and drag king, challenges societal norms by advocating for LGBTQIA++ visibility through their art. “I’ve struggled to find words that fit me throughout my life. It’s because of the fluid nature of my sexuality and the limitations of language,” Lauren explains. Words like ‘androgynous’ offer some comfort, but the binary structure persists. “I’m still looking for words that don’t define me by what I am not,” Lauren says. Reflecting on initiatives like ‘Words of Pride,’ Lauren is excited about the unbiased representation of the queer community. “We've learned that there are different shades of queerness and I think that itself is beautiful, that we are all living normal, happy lives,” Shaileyi emphasises the importance of community. “It’s vital to know we’re not alone,” she says. “You can’t overstate how significant a sense of belonging can be, especially to a queer person.” Written by: @picturedekhe Photographer & Grade: @rushabose