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Basilic Fly Studio, Pune, recently had the pleasure of hosting  B.Sc. Animation & VFX students from Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Design for an immersive and knowledge-driven industrial visit, conducted by the Basilic Fly Studio team. The initiative was designed to provide aspiring artists with meaningful exposure to the workings of a professional VFX studio, while also helping them understand the evolving demands of the global entertainment industry. As the Animation and VFX landscape continues to advance rapidly, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations has become increasingly important. With this objective in mind, the visit focused on giving students a clear, practical perspective on how large-scale international film projects are conceptualized, executed, and delivered within a studio environment.During the session, students were introduced to the end-to-end VFX pipeline, covering key stages such as pre-production, asset creation, matchmoving, layout, animation, FX, lighting, compositing, and final delivery. This comprehensive overview enabled them to understand how different departments collaborate to bring complex visual stories to life. Our industry experts shared valuable insights into real-time production workflows, studio practices, and the technical and creative standards required in today’s competitive landscape. The interaction went beyond theory, offering students exposure to practical applications and real-world scenarios, helping them align their academic learning with industry-relevant processes and tools. At Basilic Fly Studio, we strongly believe in nurturing emerging talent and encouraging upcoming artists by providing direct access to industry environments. Such initiatives not only inspire creativity but also help students build confidence, understand professional expectations, and prepare for real-world challenges.We extend our sincere appreciation to our team, Amir and Sudhakar Bhavanasi, for their support in organizing and delivering this session. Their contribution, along with the collective efforts of the Basilic Fly Studio team, ensured a meaningful and enriching experience for all participants.We also acknowledge Ajay Popalghat, VFX Assistant Professor, along with the B.Sc. Animation & VFX students from Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Design, whose enthusiastic participation and engagement contributed significantly to the success of this visit. Such engagements play a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic frameworks and the dynamic requirements of the creative industry. Basilic Fly Studio remains committed to fostering future-ready talent and looks forward to continuing collaborations that empower students with the knowledge, perspective, and inspiration needed to thrive in the world of Animation and VFX.

Basilic Fly Studio recently extended its support to the Schieffelin Institute of Health Research & Leprosy Centre in Karigiri, Vellore, through the donation of over 50 beds and wheelchairs. This contribution is aimed at strengthening the institute’s patient care infrastructure and enhancing the quality of life for individuals undergoing treatment and rehabilitation for leprosy.Established in 1955, the Schieffelin Institute has long been recognized as one of India’s leading centers dedicated to leprosy treatment, research, and rehabilitation. As part of this initiative, CSR team from Basilic Fly Studio visited the institute to personally hand over the equipment and engage with its operations. The visit provided valuable insights into the comprehensive approach adopted by the institute one that goes beyond medical treatment to address the broader social and economic challenges faced by patients. Through an interactive session, the institute’s leadership shared detailed knowledge about modern treatment protocols, including Multi-Drug Therapy, and highlighted ongoing efforts to eliminate misconceptions surrounding the disease. One of the most impactful aspects of the visit was witnessing the institute’s focus on rehabilitation and patient empowerment. Facilities such as the leather footwear unit and the prosthetic limb workshop stood out as exemplary models of integrated care. These initiatives not only equip patients with vocational skills but also enable them to earn a livelihood with dignity. At the same time, they produce essential therapeutic products, including protective footwear for patients with reduced sensation and customized prosthetic limbs for those affected by disability. The donation of beds and wheelchairs directly addresses essential needs within the institute. Adequate bedding plays a crucial role in patient recovery by preventing complications such as pressure injuries, while wheelchairs significantly improve mobility and independence. Together, these resources support patients in actively participating in treatment, rehabilitation programs, and skill development activities, thereby contributing to better overall outcomes. Along side Interactions with patients and healthcare professionals offered a deeper understanding of the persistent challenges associated with leprosy. This initiative reflects Basilic Fly Studio’s broader approach to contributing meaningfully to society. The organization recognizes that corporate responsibility extends beyond financial performance to include active participation in addressing pressing social concerns. By supporting institutions that work at the grassroots level, such efforts help create sustainable and measurable impact.Equally significant was the learning experience for the visiting team. The exposure to real-world challenges, coupled with direct interaction with patients and caregivers, fostered greater awareness and empathy. It also sparked interest among employees to remain engaged and explore further opportunities to support similar causes in the future. Basilic Fly Studio continues to focus on initiatives that create tangible value for communities, particularly in areas where support can drive long-term change. Contributions such as this not only strengthen healthcare institutions but also reinforce the importance of collective action in addressing public health challenges.The organization extends its sincere appreciation to the leadership and staff of the Schieffelin Institute for their unwavering dedication to patient care, research excellence, and social impact. Their work remains an inspiring example of how compassionate, integrated healthcare can transform lives. Organizations and individuals interested in supporting the Schieffelin Institute of Health – Research & Leprosy Centre or learning more about its initiatives can visit leprosyhealth.org or reach out via directorate@karigiri.org.

Basilic Fly Studio’s participation in the 11th Annual Valorem Conference marks an important reflection of how the media, production, and visual effects industry is steadily becoming part of larger business and economic conversations in India. At a time when industries are being defined by resilience, innovation, scalability, and future readiness, it is essential for the VFX sector to be present in forums that bring together investors, business leaders, and market voices shaping the direction of growth. Representing Basilic Fly Studio at the 11th Annual Valorem Conference were Balakrishnan R, Managing Director & CEO; Yogalakshmi Sundaram, Co founder & Chief Business Strategy Officer; Gaurav Mehra, Chief Financial Officer; Zameer Hussain, Chief Operating Officer & Global Executive Vice President; and Akilan Rajendran, Senior Manager, Finance Planning. Their presence at the conference reflected Basilic Fly Studio’s strong leadership alignment across business strategy, finance, operations, and long term growth. The visual effects and production industry today stands far beyond its traditional perception as a support function within entertainment. It has evolved into a major contributor to storytelling, technology adoption, digital infrastructure, employment generation, and international content delivery. As cinema, streaming, episodic production, and digital platforms continue to expand in scale and complexity, the role of VFX has become increasingly central to how content is imagined, produced, and experienced. Participation in platforms such as the Valorem Conference reflects the importance of placing this industry within the broader context of India’s business transformation. For Basilic Fly Studio, this presence also represents a larger commitment to contributing to India’s growing recognition in the global visual effects landscape. Indian studios are no longer being viewed only as execution support partners. They are increasingly being acknowledged for quality, scale, technical depth, and creative reliability across major international projects. Basilic Fly Studio is part of this larger movement, helping strengthen the global perception of India as a destination capable of delivering world-class visual effects and production services. This kind of representation matters, because it not only creates visibility for the studio, but also uplifts the Indian market by reinforcing confidence in its creative and technical capabilities. This journey is closely connected to the studio’s focus on innovation and technological advancement. Basilic Fly Studio has been actively introducing systems and tools that strengthen both production operations and creative exploration. This includes Non Generative AI for performance management in production, helping teams improve planning, tracking, coordination, and delivery efficiency. The studio is also invested in significant time on Generative AI for visual creation, supporting faster ideation and creative development. These technologies are important because they help build smarter workflows while improving speed and consistency. Together, they reflect Basilic Fly Studio’s focus on innovation and its commitment to staying future-ready in the evolving VFX industry. As Basilic Fly Studio continues to grow, its direction remains aligned with a larger vision: to strengthen its global presence, to invest in systems and capabilities that support world-class delivery, and to contribute meaningfully to the rise of India’s visual effects industry on the international stage. Participation in forums such as the Valorem Conference reinforces that direction and reflects a studio committed not only to creative excellence, but to the broader future of the industry it represents.

    Basilic Fly Studio proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and nominees of the 98th Academy Awards. The Oscars remain one of the most respected recognitions in global cinema, celebrating the extraordinary vision, dedication, and craft of filmmakers, studios, technicians, supervisors, artists, performers, and storytellers from across the world. Every nomination and every win reflects the scale of collaboration and creative excellence required to bring unforgettable stories to life on screen. The 98th Academy Awards were held on March 15, 2026, with major recognition across performance, writing, music, sound, and visual effects. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful with Avatar: Fire and Ash winning the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. This recognition reflects the immense effort behind every layer of cinematic creation, from concept and supervision to execution across thousands of highly detailed visual moments. Basilic Fly Studio takes great pride in being part of this larger journey, in contributing to a film that has been recognised at the highest level for its visual brilliance. This achievement stands as a tribute to the filmmakers, the studios, the crew, the supervisors, and the many artists who worked frame by frame to ensure that every visual carried scale, emotion, detail, and excellence. It is a celebration of collective artistry and the power of world-class visual storytelling. We also warmly congratulate Sinners, Hamnet, F1, and Bugonia for their recognition at this year’s Academy Awards. Sinners had a major night with wins including Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, and Best Cinematography. Hamnet was honoured with Best Actress, while F1 won the Oscar for Best Sound. Bugonia, too, stood among the year’s recognised films through its Oscar nominations, adding to the strength and range of this year’s cinematic field. Together, these films reflect the power of storytelling shaped through bold creative vision, technical brilliance, and exceptional screen craftsmanship. This awards season also marks an encouraging chapter in Basilic Fly Studio’s broader journey within the international creative landscape. The Academy’s shortlist this year included Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning and The Electric State, while short film Shutter Bird was also in awards-season consideration. These milestones reflect the growing scale, ambition, and global relevance of the creative ecosystem connected to Basilic Fly Studio. They are not merely moments of recognition, but signs of a larger direction in which the studio continues to evolve with confidence, capability, and purpose. At Basilic Fly Studio, we see this moment as more than an occasion to celebrate. It is also a marker of how far the studio has come and where it is headed next. As Basilic Fly Studio continues to expand its global presence, strengthen creative partnerships, and contribute to projects of international scale, the focus remains on building wider, richer, and more world-class experiences for audiences everywhere. This stands as an important step in Basilic Fly Studio’s rise in the global market, with a clear vision to contribute meaningfully to the future of cinema and to the ever-expanding possibilities of visual storytelling.

    Basilic Fly Studio was delighted to be part of the launch of Arena Animation’s new franchise center in Nungambakkam, Chennai, marking a meaningful moment for the city’s growing creative education and AVGC ecosystem. The event reflected a strong connection between industry and education, with Basilic Fly Studio’s presence highlighting the importance of nurturing the next generation of creative talent. Representing Basilic Fly Studio at the occasion, Mr. Zameer Hussain, Chief Operating Officer and Global Executive Vice President, attended the inauguration as Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Mr. Shajan Samuel, Senior Vice President of Aptech.ltd and National Sales Head of Arena Animation, while actress, anchor, and advocate Ms. Sreenidhi Sudarshan graced the occasion as Guest of Honor. Director Senthil Kumar, who leads the new Arena Animation center, played a key role in bringing this initiative to Chennai with a vision to create stronger pathways for aspiring young creatives. Speaking at the event, Zameer Hussain shared an encouraging perspective on the future of the industry. As Zameer mentioned, “The animation and VFX industry is opening up incredible opportunities for aspiring talent. With the right training and dedication, young creatives can build a strong future in this space.” For Basilic Fly Studio, events like this hold real significance because the future of the VFX industry depends on the strength of its talent pipeline. As a studio contributing to the visual effects industry with growing capabilities in India and beyond, Basilic Fly Studio understands that creative growth is not built only inside studios, but also through the institutions that prepare students for professional careers. Education and industry must move together to build a stronger and more future-ready creative ecosystem. Basilic Fly Studio’s participation in this launch also reflects its broader role in supporting the growth of creative capabilities in Chennai and across India. As the demand for skilled artists continues to rise across films, streaming content, gaming, and digital media, the industry needs more trained professionals who are ready to meet evolving creative and technical expectations. By being part of such milestones, Basilic Fly Studio supports the larger journey of inspiring young talent and encouraging industry-aligned learning. Basilic Fly Studio was pleased to be part of this important occasion, which reflects the shared goal of empowering aspiring creators and strengthening the future of the industry through education, opportunity, and collaboration.

      2026 is a landmark year for Basilic Fly Studio. With a growing global footprint in the VFX industry, we have delivered an impressive slate of projects and proudly contributed to the selection and nomination of films at internationally acclaimed awards, including BAFTA and the Academy Awards. Basilic Fly Studio is proud to welcome Abishek Nair as Global Creative Head, marking an exciting step forward in the studio’s continued growth across global visual effects and creative leadership. Over the years, Abishek has held key roles at Industrial Light & Magic, Double Negative, and other studios, contributing across supervision, compositing, sequence leadership, and on-set VFX execution. His profile highlights nearly 20+ years of experience, with work spanning from early CGI and compositing roles to senior visual effects supervision on major international titles. With a career built across some of the most respected names in the international VFX industry, Abishek brings with him a rare combination of creative vision, technical depth, and large-scale production leadership. His journey reflects years of hands-on experience across feature films, episodic storytelling, and on-set visual effects supervision, making him a valuable addition to Basilic Fly Studio’s evolving global creative ecosystem. His body of work includes acclaimed and globally recognized projects such as Tron: Ares (Disney), Time Bandits (Apple TV), Goodnight Oppy (Amazon Prime), The Sandman (Netflix) , Invasion (Apple TV), Prey, Space Jam: A New Legacy, Jungle Cruise, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Thor: Ragnarok, Fate of the Furious, Star Trek Beyond, Warcraft, Pacific Rim, The Avengers, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Rango, and Iron Man 2. His portfolio also reflects recognition through Emmy nominations and a Satellite Award nomination, underscoring both creative excellence and industry impact. What stands out in Abishek’s journey is not just the scale of the titles he has worked on, but the width of his contribution across creative strategy, visual storytelling, supervision, and mentoring. His profile also points to strengths in areas such as creative strategy, implementations and workflows in upcoming new technologies, reflecting a leader who understands both the craft and the changing technological language of modern VFX. Abishek is also a Member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, underscoring his respected presence within the global film and visual effects industry. This distinction adds further depth to his profile and reflects the international perspective he brings to Basilic Fly Studio’s creative future. Outside the world of visual effects, Abishek is also a Pilot who practices aerobatics in his free time, adding another remarkable layer to his profile. It speaks to his precision, focus, and adventurous spirit for pushing boundaries, that resonate strongly with the mindset of creative excellence. As Basilic Fly Studio continues expanding its creative and global capabilities, Abishek’s arrival signals an important moment in that journey. His leadership is expected to strengthen the studio’s creative direction, deepen its visual storytelling approach, and help shape a future-ready pipeline that can support ambitious work across formats and markets. Speaking about this new journey, Abishek shared, “I’m genuinely excited to collaborate with the global teams at Basilic. There’s a real energy and drive within this team and that’s exactly the kind of environment that brings out the best in everyone.” At a time when the industry is evolving rapidly, Basilic Fly Studio remains focused on building strong creative leadership that can guide scale with quality. Welcoming Abishek Nair as Global Creative Head reflects that intent clearly to grow with purpose, raise the creative bar, and continue delivering world-class visual experiences all over the world visual medium and also make sure we are one of among we continue keep a strong feet into international films from India. We are excited to have Abishek join the Basilic Fly Studio family and look forward to the experience, perspective, and creative energy he brings to Basilic fly Studio’s next chapter.

      Basilic Fly Studio is set to expand even wider and higher in the domestic space. Films like G.O.A.T, Pushpa 2, and Thug Life reflect how we have continued to strengthen our presence and mark our space on the Indian industry stage. This expansion is driven by a clear focus strengthening creative leadership, sharpening delivery standards, and building a future-ready pipeline that can take on bigger stories with greater scale, consistency, and confidence. In that spirit, we are happy to welcome Selvakumar to Basilic Fly Studio as our new VFX Supervisor. Selvakumar joins us with around 20+ years of experience in the domestic VFX industry, carrying a strong track record across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada industries. Across his career, he has supervised approximately 500+ projects spanning films, web series, and commercials bringing a grounded understanding of what it takes to deliver quality work, consistently, under real production pressures. A key strength Selvakumar brings is his ability to own the VFX journey end-to-end. From understanding the creative brief to setting the right execution approach, he has worked closely with Directors, DOPs, and post-production teams, make sure the vision stays intact while the workflow stays smooth and practical. His experience includes building shot breakdowns and VFX bidding estimates, managing approvals, and driving final deliveries with clarity and accountability. As a supervisor and team leader, Selvakumar had managed a lot of teams up to before, spanning disciplines like Modeling, Lighting, FX, Compositing, Roto, and Paint. He has also handled on-set supervision, making key decisions on the floor and make sure that the execution stays aligned with both creative intent and production reality. Along with supervision fundamentals, Selvakumar brings a strong technical lens experience in CGI and photo-real compositing, a focus on pipeline optimisation, and growing exposure to AI-based workflows using tools like ComfyUI and Stable Diffusion. This combination of craft, structure, and future-facing curiosity aligns well with the direction the industry is moving and where Basilic Fly Studio is actively building. His professional journey includes serving as a VFX Supervisor at Lorven Studios and previously at Gemini Industries and Imaging Ltd. Over the years, he has built strong foundations across both creative and technical roles, steadily growing into the leadership space he holds today. Sharing his excitement about joining Basilic Fly Studio, Selvakumar mentioned:“I feel like stepping into a playground of imagination and technology combined, Sure it will be the next level of my growth.” At Basilic Fly Studio, we believe growth is not just about scale. It’s about strengthening the people and leaders who raise the bar for everyone around them. With Selvakumar joining us, we’re adding more depth to our supervision capability and building stronger consistency across planning, execution, and final delivery. As we continue expanding our domestic footprint, Selvakumar’s leadership will help us take on more ambitious projects with greater confidence and creative precision.Together, we look forward to widening our impact in the industry delivering stronger visuals, smoother collaboration, and higher standards across every frame.

      Basilic Fly Studio is steadily upscaling its teams, strengthening delivery capabilities, and expanding across locations to support bigger, more complex global work. As we continue this journey, we are delighted to welcome Venupogal A back to Basilic Fly Studio as 2D Supervisor at our Pune studio. Venu’s return is especially meaningful. Having been part of Basilic Fly Studio earlier, this is not just a new chapter, but a homecoming. He has been one of the key contributors in helping highlight the RP department during his earlier journey with BFS, and his comeback reflects both continuity and growth in the studio’s evolution. With 19+ years of experience in the motion pictures and film industry, Venu brings with him a strong blend of hands-on 2D craft, production understanding, and leadership maturity. His background spans Rotopaint and 2D Compositing, backed by an M.Sc. in Computer Software Engineering and a VFX Diploma. Over the years, he has contributed across a wide variety of formats and workflows, including films, web series, commercials, VR, 2D Paint & Comp, native stereo work, and stereoscopy film post-production. Alongside his production expertise, he has also built strong capabilities in bidding and scheduling, coordination, resource management, and VFX workflow management bringing clarity, structure, and consistency to fast-moving pipelines. His journey also includes valuable international studio exposure, including his time with Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), Sydney. He later worked with Framestore, Vancouver, contributing to major productions such as Rebel Moon: Part One, Rebel Moon: Part Two, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, as well as projects including Deadpool & Wolverine and Heart of Stone. What stands out most about Venu is his ability to lead with consistency and care while protecting the quality of delivery. Across his career, he has managed teams at scale, including supervising large Rotopaint teams in previous roles, while driving efficiency, quality control, and predictable outcomes. His strength lies not only in execution, but also in mentoring artists, building team confidence, and creating processes that help delivery stay sharp under pressure. As Basilic Fly Studio continues to grow, our focus remains clear: to build strong teams, strengthen leadership at every level, and deliver world-class work with consistency. Venu’s addition to BFS Pune reflects that direction by bringing in experience, mentorship, and the kind of structured leadership that helps teams scale smoothly while maintaining high creative standards. Speaking about his return, Venu shared: “Joining BFS feels like coming back home. I’m happy to have been part of the initial growth journey of both the Chennai and Pune locations. Now, stepping into a different challenge and role to lead the talented Pune creative team, I’m truly looking forward to what lies ahead.” We are excited to have him back on board and look forward to the impact he will continue to create through leadership, artist development, and delivery excellence. Welcome back to Basilic Fly Studio, Venupogal A.

  On February 11, 2026, Anna University – Department of Media Sciences hosted Gateway 2026, a symposium themed around visual media. With students participating from various universities and colleges across Chennai, the event created an energetic space for learning, interaction, and industry exposure, bringing together young creators who are actively exploring the future of media and storytelling. Throughout the symposium, students engaged in discussions and sessions that reflected how visual communication is evolving today where creativity, technology, and audience experience are deeply connected. The overall atmosphere was enthusiastic and curious, with participants using the event as an opportunity not only to learn, but also to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and understand where the industry is headed. A Key Highlight: VFX + AI Workshop by Basilic Fly Studio One of the standout moments of Gateway 2026 was the VFX workshop featuring Artificial Intelligence, presented by Basilic Fly Studio. The session was led by Zameer Hussain, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Global EVP and Ram Kumar, Senior Pipeline Developer, who brought an industry-grounded perspective into the academic setting. Basilic Fly Studio_Presentation: The workshop focused on how AI is being integrated into modern VFX workflows in a way that supports artists and improves production efficiency. Rather than treating AI as a buzzword, the session positioned it as a practical tool, useful for speeding up repetitive tasks, improving consistency, and helping teams work smarter while keeping creative decision-making with the artist. Understanding Gen AI vs Non-Gen AI: A valuable part of the session was the explanation of the difference between Generative AI and Non-Generative AI, shared in a student-friendly and easy-to-follow way: Generative AI (Gen AI) was explained as AI that can create new outputs, such as generating new images or visual variations based on prompts or references. Non-Generative AI (Non-Gen AI) was explained as AI that does not create new visuals, but instead supports workflows through automation, organization, analysis, and production assistance helping teams manage complexity and move faster. This clarity helped students understand where AI fits realistically inside a VFX pipeline and why knowing the difference matters when entering the industry. How the session went Overall, the workshop was engaging, practical, and relevant to the audience. Students were able to connect the discussion to real-world production scenarios and gain a stronger sense of how VFX studios work today. The session also encouraged students to think beyond tools towards skills like adaptability, workflow understanding, and creative problem-solving, which will become even more important as technology continues to evolve. Closing Note Gateway 2026 concluded on a positive and inspiring note, giving students both motivation and direction. The symposium successfully created a bridge between academic learning and industry reality, especially through sessions like the Basilic Fly Studio workshop, which highlighted how visual media, VFX, and AI are coming together to shape the next generation of storytellers.Sincere Thanks We extend our sincere thanks to the faculty and team who made this symposium possible: Shree Jyothi (Assistant Professor), Soniya (2D & VFX), Uma Maheshwari (Associate Professor), Lavanya (Assistant Professor), Dinesh (Assistant Professor), and Velayudham (Assistant Professor) and a special thank you to the students of the Department of Media Sciences for their enthusiastic participation, coordination, and warm engagement throughout the event.