Bengaluru to come alive as the global hub of creative technology – at a 3-day congregation of confluence of technology and the arts
Bengaluru is hosting one of the most influential super three-day congregations of personnel from the fields of cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence that are transforming the arts, films, and entertainment spheres.
Thursday the 27th will see Bengaluru kicking off an amazing confluence of cutting-edge technology and the various art forms in the country’s premier AVGC-XR conference. Those coming together will include professionals and artists from animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality.
Hosting all of them over three days will be the Karnataka government’s IT/BT department headed by the State Minister for IT, BT and Panchayati Raj, Priyank Kharge. The event will focus on fostering innovation, facilitating knowledge-sharing, and encouraging strategic collaborations. The GAFX 2025 reinforces Bengaluru’s position as the world’s Number One hub for AVGC-XR and it will be the driving force behind India’s global leadership in immersive media and entertainment.
GAFX 2025 unfolds trends in AI-driven visual arts and cognitive sciences which are transforming ideas into immersive experiences. From generative art to interactive narratives, creators now craft stories dynamically, engaging audiences in ways never before possible.
Some 20,000 professionals and artists from across the country are expected to participate in the three-day event, which is expected to become one of the most influential gatherings for creators, developers, investors, studios, and enthusiasts from the AVGC-XR ecosystem.
The theme for GAFX 2025 is the “Future of Immersion: EXPERIENCE. EXPLORE. DISRUPT.”
This underscores the event’s commitment to furthering the frontiers of creativity and technology. Attendees will experience the power of immersive technologies in storytelling, from real-time rendering breakthroughs to the transformative potential of virtual and augmented reality.
“The Government of Karnataka acts as an enabler for the digital media industry, fostering the full spectrum from skills & education to studios from start-ups to global leaders, that leverage the state’s innovation ecosystem. We see our role as an accelerator, fostering the fusion of human creativity with AI tools in ways that will transform this sector. At Bengaluru GAFX 2025, we proudly showcase India’s finest, talent and investment candidates that make this event AVGC-XR’s seminal platform in visual immersion, disruption, and storytelling.” said Priyank Kharge.
Like all new technology industries, the AVGC-XR landscape is evolving beyond traditional formats, embracing experiential engagement that is redefining how stories are produced and consumed. GAFX 2025 will explore this shift, focusing on innovation and new business models that will shape the future of entertainment, the minister said.
This year’s edition promises several firsts – a public-access expo and creative zone, immersive conference sessions with world leaders, an innovation zone, investor connect, and the live finals of an esports national tournament.
“Karnataka provides the most fertile ground for innovation in AVGC-XR, fostering talent, businesses, and acceleration in storytelling and technology IP. Our 16-year-old AVGC policy has taken India globally, delivering award-winning success. Bengaluru GAFX is our annual testament to this leadership. This year features funding opportunities for start-ups and IP creators, global showcase of AVGC XR cutting-edge work, and nationwide collaboration showcasing how arts and sciences converge to drive the future of immersive technology.” said Dr. Ekroop Caur, Secretary, the Department of Electronics, IT, BT, Science & Technology.
“At Bengaluru GAFX, ABAI has curated a cross-platform presentation that depicts the New Canvas of Imagination in AVGC. GAFX 2025 unfolds trends in AI-driven visual arts and cognitive sciences which are transforming ideas into immersive experiences.
From generative art to interactive narratives, creators now craft stories dynamically, engaging audiences in ways never before possible. At GAFX, ABAI shall present multiple venues, pathbreaking presentations, 50 amazing pitch sessions, and an India expo with national participation across technology and representatives from over 12 states. This will be the biggest single show across every facet of future intelligence redefining storytelling.” said Biren Ghose, Chairman of Bengaluru GAFX and President ABAI.
The Who’s Who of the global biggest brands in the world of entertainment and films — Warner Brothers, ILM, Technicolor Group, Maddock Films, D-Neg, Nvidia, Autodesk, Amar Chitra Katha, and many more – will be showcasing their prowess and presentations there.
Well-known global names such as Walt Disney Animation, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks Animation, Netflix, and Rockstar Games, have graced their presence at GAFX in the past, underlining Bengaluru’s position as a central hub for creative technology.
GAFX 2025 will highlight Karnataka’s dedication to innovation but will also showcase the state’s alignment with the four core pillars – Infrastructure, Skill Development, R&D Investment, and Creative Collaboration.
