{"id":89273,"date":"2026-08-14T18:51:51","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T13:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswireindia.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/14\/panorama-studios-invests-in-rocket-reels-fueling-indias-first-original-stories-vertical-ott-platform\/"},"modified":"2026-08-14T18:51:51","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T13:21:51","slug":"panorama-studios-invests-in-rocket-reels-fueling-indias-first-original-stories-vertical-ott-platform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswireindia.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/14\/panorama-studios-invests-in-rocket-reels-fueling-indias-first-original-stories-vertical-ott-platform\/","title":{"rendered":"Panorama Studios Invests in Rocket Reels, Fueling India\u2019s First Original Stories Vertical OTT Platform"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a significant development for India\u2019s rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape, <strong>Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak of Panorama Studios have announced a strategic investment in Rocket Reels, India\u2019s first original stories vertical OTT platform founded by Kranti Shanbhag.<\/strong> The investment underscores the growing confidence in the future of premium short-form storytelling and positions Rocket Reels for its next phase of growth, innovation, and global expansion.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Panorama Studios<\/strong>, founded by Chairman and veteran film producer Kumar Mangat Pathak and led by filmmaker and Managing Director Abhishek Pathak, has established itself as one of India\u2019s leading content-driven film studios, known for delivering critically acclaimed and commercially successful cinema. Its celebrated slate includes <em>Omkara, Special 26, Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Raid, Shaitaan,<\/em> and the blockbuster <em>Drishyam<\/em> franchise, earning over 50 prestigious awards. Abhishek also directed the highly acclaimed <em>Drishyam 2<\/em> and is currently directing and producing the much-awaited <em>Drishyam 3<\/em>, which releases in theatres on 2 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The partnership with Panorama Studios is expected to further strengthen Rocket Reels\u2019 content pipeline, enhance its technological capabilities, and accelerate the production of premium original series across genres. The investment also reflects the industry\u2019s growing recognition of <strong>vertical storytelling as one of the fastest-growing formats in the digital entertainment ecosystem.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launched with the vision of transforming the way audiences consume entertainment, <strong>Rocket Reels has emerged as a pioneering force in the vertical OTT space.<\/strong> The platform has captivated viewers with a compelling slate of original stories spanning multiple genres, including thrillers, romance, crime, mystery, sci-fi, horror, and comedy. Designed for today\u2019s mobile-first audience, Rocket Reels delivers quick, engaging, and emotionally immersive episodes that have successfully redefined \u201csnackable content\u201d without compromising on storytelling quality.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rocket Reels has built a strong multilingual content ecosystem by offering stories in <strong>six Indian languages\u2014Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, and Gujarati.<\/strong> Beyond India, Rocket Reels has rapidly established a global presence and is now available across the <strong>United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, the UAE, Singapore, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Nepal, and South Africa.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kumar Mangat Pathak, Chairman, Panorama Studios, said,<\/strong> <em>\u201cAt Panorama Studios, we have always believed that compelling stories will find an audience, regardless of the format. Rocket Reels has built a strong platform that understands the evolving viewing habits of today\u2019s digital-first consumers while staying rooted in quality storytelling. We are delighted to partner with Rocket Reels as they continue to shape the future of short-form entertainment. This partnership reflects our confidence in their vision, innovation, and the immense potential of India\u2019s vertical OTT ecosystem\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Abhishek Pathak, Managing Director, Panorama Studios, said,<\/strong><em> \u201cThe way audiences consume content is evolving rapidly, and vertical storytelling is emerging as a powerful format for the mobile-first generation. Rocket Reels has built an innovative platform backed by compelling storytelling and a clear vision for the future. We are excited to partner with them as they redefine short-form entertainment and expand their reach across India and global markets.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kranti Shanbhag, Founder of Rocket Reels, said,<\/strong><em> \u201cFrom day one, our vision has been to create a platform that tells compelling stories in a format that seamlessly fits into today\u2019s fast-paced lifestyle. Panorama Studios\u2019 investment is a strong validation of that vision. Their belief in our journey gives us the confidence and resources to create even more original, high-quality stories while expanding our reach across India and international markets.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant development for India\u2019s rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape, Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak of Panorama Studios have announced a strategic investment in Rocket Reels, India\u2019s first original stories vertical OTT platform founded by Kranti Shanbhag. 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