Indian VFX Company Digikore Studios Prepares to Go Global
Digikore Studios, the Indian VFX company behind popular international titles like Thor: Love and Thunder and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, is preparing to go global.
In its next phase of growth, the company is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) after receiving approval from NSE EMERGE. The IPO is scheduled to open on September 25, 2023, and close on September 27. The size of the IPO is Rs 30.479 crore and the price band is between Rs 168-171.
Digikore Studios was founded in 2010 by Abhishek More, who had a passion for visual effects. The company started out as a 2D animation company, but quickly transitioned to VFX in 2010.
More’s journey with Digikore has been a roller coaster ride. He made many mistakes in the early years, but he was determined to make the company a success. In 2010, he managed to get his first VFX project, Titanic 3D, by emailing James Cameron directly. This project became his calling card and helped him bag other projects.
In 2013, More decided to expand into India and work on Bollywood projects. However, this turned out to be a big mistake. The revenues from Indian projects were lower and the company started losing money. In 2016, More made the tough decision to shut down the Bollywood business and focus on Hollywood again.
The COVID-19 pandemic was a major challenge for Digikore Studios, but the company was able to weather the storm and come out stronger. The boom in over-the-top (OTT) platforms has been one of the biggest drivers of growth for many VFX studios, including Digikore.
Today, Digikore Studios is a leading VFX company with over 400 employees. The company is headquartered in India, but it has a subsidiary in Canada. Digikore Studios plans to expand its operations in North America in the coming years, but the bulk of the work will continue to be done from India.
Digikore Studios is a shining example of an Indian company that has made a mark on the global stage. The company’s success is a testament to the talent and creativity of Indian VFX artists.
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