Dori Media Group expands into India with new sales office

A new chapter in global entertainment

Dori Media Group (DMG), a multinational studio known for its international hits like In Treatment, Losing Alice, Lalola,⁢ The New Black, and ⁣ Power Couple, is making a significant move by opening its first sales office‌ in ⁢India. This expansion marks a‍ strategic step into one of the world’s most lucrative‍ markets.

Leadership with a vision

Devdatta Potnis: A⁢ seasoned media executive

To spearhead this new venture, DMG has appointed Devdatta Potnis, a media executive with nearly⁤ two decades of experience in the Indian media content industry. Potnis brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, having previously served as CEO of Animeta, a Gen AI tech‌ startup based in India. His impressive resume also ‍includes a pivotal ‍role as chief growth officer at Cosmos-Maya, an animation studio ⁤with operations in India and Singapore, ‌where⁣ he led ⁣the sales of over 25 TV series.

Diverse industry⁢ experience

Potnis’s career ⁤spans various sectors of the media industry,⁣ including production, ‍finance,⁤ marketing, and⁢ development. ⁢Before his ‍tenure at‌ Cosmos-Maya, he was the chief manager of marketing & ​communications at Reliance MediaWorks‌ Ltd. His extensive background also includes roles⁤ such as associate vice president of marketing at Balaji Motion Pictures Ltd. and head ‌of sales & marketing for ⁢Maya Digital Studios.

A strategic move

Expanding global‍ sales reach

Nadav Palti,⁣ CEO & ​President of ⁤Dori Media Group, expressed his excitement​ about Potnis ⁣joining the ⁢team. “We’re thrilled to ‍have someone with Devdatta’s tremendous industry ‍experience joining our team⁣ at Dori ​Media and helping us further expand our global sales reach,” he said. Palti highlighted the dynamic growth in the Indian market,⁢ which made opening an office in⁢ Mumbai a logical step.

Potnis’s perspective

Potnis shared his enthusiasm for joining DMG, stating, “Dori Media has a world-class catalog of programming and produces and distributes many ‌of the top hits ‍in our industry. These series often resonate​ with audiences⁣ globally, including here‌ in India.⁢ I am really excited to be joining ⁢the team to ⁣help the ‌company further grow its presence in India.”

Upcoming projects

High-octane dramas

DMG’s⁣ upcoming sales lineup includes two dramatic series that promise to captivate audiences:

• Amia: Filmed in Uruguay and Argentina, this series ⁤is inspired by the terror attacks of 1992​ on the Israeli embassy and 1994 against the Argentinian Jewish community.
• Indal: ⁤This series follows​ the kidnapping of a police officer by a group of‌ Ethiopian Israeli youth, triggering a national protest.

Reviving‌ a classic

Dori‌ Media recently⁣ announced the sale of new Spanish-language episodes of Lalola, which ‍premiered in⁤ February on the Spanish-language⁤ platform ViX. The series, a contemporary‍ remake of ‌the​ popular romantic comedy that originally⁢ aired from 2008 to ‍2009, tells ⁢the story of Lalo, a womanizer who is turned into a woman, Lola, and seeks to reverse the spell. The format rights for Lalola are also available for global markets beyond‍ Latin America⁤ and the U.S.

Personal reflections⁣ for enthusiasts

Cinema ​and TV‌ series

For cinema and TV ⁤series enthusiasts, ⁤DMG’s expansion into India is a thrilling development. The studio’s ‍diverse catalog offers a rich⁢ tapestry of storytelling that spans ⁣various genres and cultures. The⁢ upcoming series Amia and Indal promise to deliver intense, ⁣emotionally charged narratives that reflect real-world ​issues and historical events. These ⁢series are not just entertainment; they are windows into different worlds and experiences.

Music

While DMG is⁢ primarily known for its‍ cinematic and television productions, the influence of music in their ⁣series cannot be understated. The soundtracks often enhance the ⁤emotional depth of the narratives, creating a more immersive experience for the audience. For those‍ who appreciate the intersection of music and ⁤visual storytelling, exploring the ‍soundtracks of DMG’s⁢ series on platforms like​ Spotify can offer an additional⁣ layer of enjoyment.

Final thoughts

Dori Media⁤ Group’s expansion into‍ India is a testament to the growing importance of the Indian market in the global entertainment industry. With Devdatta Potnis at the helm, the studio is⁤ well-positioned to tap into the rich ‍cultural landscape ⁢of India ⁣and bring its world-class content to a broader audience. As DMG continues to innovate ⁢and expand, cinema, TV series, and ⁢music enthusiasts can look forward‌ to a wealth​ of new and‌ exciting content that ⁢transcends​ borders and resonates ⁤with audiences worldwide.