365telugu.com online news,MUMBAI,February 3,2026: In a major move to dominate India’s high-quality content market, Reliance Strategic Business Ventures Limited (RSBVL), a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has acquired a 50.1% equity stake in Sikhya Entertainment. The deal, valued at ₹150 crore, marks a strategic alliance between the country’s largest media power, Jio Studios, and its most globally decorated production house.
A Powerhouse Partnership
The acquisition brings together two titans of the Indian film industry. Jio Studios, the content arm of Reliance, has recently dominated the domestic box office with hits like Dhurandhar, the Stree franchise, and the critically acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.
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By joining forces with Sikhya Entertainment, Jio Studios aims to scale its production of “culturally rooted yet globally resonant” stories.
The Sikhya Legacy
Founded by Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain, Sikhya Entertainment holds a unique position in Indian cinema. It remains the only Indian production house to boast both an Academy Award® and multiple National Film Awards.
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Notable Achievements of Sikhya Entertainment:
Academy Award Wins: The Elephant Whisperers and Period. End of Sentence.
National Film Award Winners: Masaan, Soorarai Pottru, and Kathal.
Global Hits: The Lunchbox, Pagglait, and the recent action-thriller Kill.
Leadership Perspectives
“Sikhya Entertainment has consistently delivered stories that are deeply Indian yet resonate globally. This association reflects our belief in partnering with creators who combine excellence with authenticity.”
— Jyoti Deshpande, President – Jio Studios
The founders of Sikhya, Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain, noted that the partnership empowers them to champion emerging talent from across India while utilizing Jio’s massive distribution network to reach a worldwide audience.
This ₹150 crore investment signals Reliance’s intent to move beyond mass-market commercial cinema into the prestige “indie-to-global” space. As India’s content economy evolves, the collaboration is set to provide a massive platform for independent filmmakers and diverse multilingual stories to reach screens across the globe.